Dentsply Sirona has announced updates with Benco Dental and Patterson Dental that affect how dental technology solutions will be made available to U.S. practices. The announcements describe expanded and renewed distribution arrangements focused on connected dentistry tools, including imaging, scanning, and chairside systems.
Benco Dental will begin offering Dentsply Sirona’s full portfolio of dental technology solutions in addition to the consumables it has distributed for decades. The expanded partnership includes access to systems such as CEREC and CEREC blocks, Primescan and Primescan 2 intraoral scanners, and Axeos and Orthophos imaging systems. Dentsply Sirona and Benco Dental stated that the collaboration is intended to support an integrated ecosystem that connects devices, software, and workflows from scanning through manufacturing.
“For our customers, this partnership means easier access to cutting-edge digital solutions supported by the expert, fast, and reliable service they’ve come to expect from Benco Dental,” said Katy Cohen, president, Benco Dental.
“We’re excited to expand our successful partnership with Benco Dental” said Aldo Denti, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, Dentsply Sirona. “This new agreement underscores our commitment to meeting customers where they are, supporting their digital journey, and ensuring they have easy access to integrated, high-quality solutions and fast, reliable support to help them grow and advance their practices with confidence.”
Benco Dental also plans to create dedicated Dentsply Sirona showroom experiences within its CenterPoint locations near Los Angeles, Dallas, and between New York City and Philadelphia. These spaces will allow dental professionals to explore and test equipment and plan installations with on-site design studios.
“We welcome our customers to discover Dentsply Sirona with the premium experience that only Benco Dental’s CenterPoint showrooms can provide,” added Cohen. “Our relaxed, no-pressure, fully interactive demonstration facilities are enhanced by the unparalleled knowledge of our Benco Dental Equipment Specialists who are dedicated to inspiring, educating and engaging doctors with world-class possibilities.”
Separately, Patterson Dental announced the renewal of its U.S. dental technology distribution agreement with Dentsply Sirona. According to the companies, the renewed arrangement continues a decades-long relationship and maintains access for Patterson Dental customers to Dentsply Sirona’s technology portfolio, including CEREC systems, Primescan intraoral scanners, and Axeos and Orthophos imaging systems. The companies stated that the agreement is focused on supporting dental professionals as connected dentistry adoption continues.
“Renewing this agreement is about looking ahead,” said Aldo Denti, executive vice president, chief commercial officer, Dentsply Sirona. “We value our relationship with Patterson Dental and are committed to working together to expand access to solutions that empower dental professionals to succeed.”
“We’re excited to build on our long history of innovation with Dentsply Sirona,” said Patrik Eriksson, president, Patterson Dental. “Together, we’ll broaden access to solutions that accelerate practice growth and enable clinicians to deliver exceptional care.”