Proprietary Resin Technology for Dental
Prosthetics Delivers Superior Strength, Aesthetics and Function for
Patients
- Developed, tested, and selected from more than 200
formulations
- Unique long-chain chemistry formulated and optimized for 3D
printing
- Pioneers a same-day digital denture solution with three times
the toughness of competitor denture material and lifelike tooth
translucency
Desktop Health, recently launched by Desktop Metal, Inc. (NYSE:
DM) and committed to developing 3D printing and biofabrication
solutions for personalized medicine, today announced it has
received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance
of FlexceraTM Base, a proprietary resin for use in 3D fabrication
of high-quality dental prosthetics. Flexcera Base along with the
new FlexceraTM Smile are Desktop Health’s first formulated and
optimized digital dental solutions.
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Desktop Health has received FDA 510(k)
clearance of Flexcera Base, a proprietary resin for use in 3D
fabrication of high-quality dental prosthetics. The introduction of
Flexcera Base and Flexcera Smile marks the inception of a
remarkable new era in dentistry, combining advanced science with 3D
printing technology to deliver superior strength, aesthetics, and
function for patients. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Three years ago, we set out to create a product that addressed
the limitations of current 3D printed dental prosthetics –
brittleness and poor aesthetics,” said Michael Jafar, President
& CEO of Desktop Health. “The introduction of Flexcera marks
the inception of a remarkable new era in dentistry, combining
advanced Flexcera science with 3D printing technology to deliver
superior strength, aesthetics, and function for patients. We are
pleased to bring this innovative product to market as it represents
our commitment to meet the needs of dental professionals and their
patients.”
The need for dental prosthetics is on the rise, with the global
dentures market estimated to reach $3.8 billion USD by 20271. In
the U.S. alone, more than 36 million are edentulous, meaning they
have no natural teeth, with 90 percent of those wearing dentures2.
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons, 69 percent of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one
permanent tooth to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal or
tooth decay3.
The Science of Printing Teeth Flexcera was developed with
the strength of ceramic coupled with long chain chemistry to ensure
optimal denture properties. When used exclusively with EnvisionTEC™
3D printers, dental providers can print up to eight customized
Flexcera dentures in less than two hours, delivering on the promise
of same-day, high-quality dental prosthetics.
For the first time in dental prosthetics, Flexcera offers:
- High fracture resistance, three times more resistant to
fracture than select competitive resins;
- Moisture resistance to prevent staining or discoloration, two
times more resistant than a leading competitive formulation;
and
- An overall natural aesthetic that offers lifelike tooth
translucency and a natural-looking smile.
“Desktop Health has changed my approach to personalized
dentistry,” said Dr. Ryan Dunlop, DMD of Full Arch Masters, one of
the leading experts in dental implants and digital dentistry. “The
Flexcera resin delivers on the four cornerstones of why 3D printing
works so well: strength, high aesthetics, accuracy and speed. With
Flexcera, I am now able to deliver beautiful, high-quality and
same-day dental prosthetics in record time, customized to the
patient, while they are in the chair.”
Desktop Health will present the details of this new technology
to dental professionals for the first time at the LAB DAY Online
Spring meeting on May 12 and May 14, 2021. More Information about
the LAB DAY program is available at:
https://lmtmag.com/shows/lab-day-online-spring-2021.
Flexcera is expected to launch commercially in the U.S. and
Canada by the end of June. Healthcare providers who wish to stay
updated on product availability, or place a pre-order, can sign up
at www.flexcera.com.
About Flexcera Resins Flexcera is comprised of
proprietary resins for the fabrication of beautiful, functional
dentures with ceramic-like strength. Flexcera Smile is an FDA Class
1 Medical Device for the fabrication of lifelike denture teeth and
Flexcera Base is an FDA Cleared Class 2 Medical Device for the
fabrication of premium denture bases. Both are formulated
exclusively for use with EnvisionTEC 3D printers. For more
information, visit www.flexcera.com.
About Desktop Health Based in Newport Beach, California,
Desktop Health develops additive manufacturing solutions and
advanced materials for personalized patient care. Founded in March
2021 as a healthcare business within Desktop Metal, Inc., the
business is vertically integrated to develop, manufacture, and
commercialize applications across a range of healthcare
specialties. Desktop Health is rapidly focused on developing
applications and uncovering opportunities to leverage its
bio-printing capabilities within healthcare. For more information
on Desktop Health, visit www.desktophealth.com.
About Desktop Metal, Inc. Desktop Metal, Inc., based in
Burlington, Massachusetts, is accelerating the transformation of
manufacturing with an expansive portfolio of 3D printing solutions,
from rapid prototyping to mass production. Founded in 2015 by
leaders in advanced manufacturing, metallurgy, and robotics, the
company is addressing the unmet challenges of speed, cost, and
quality to make additive manufacturing an essential tool for
engineers and manufacturers around the world. Desktop Metal was
selected as one of the world’s 30 most promising Technology
Pioneers by the World Economic Forum and named to MIT Technology
Review’s list of 50 Smartest Companies. For more information, visit
www.desktopmetal.com.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS This press release contains
forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking
statements generally relate to Desktop Health’s potential and
future performance, including its strategic focus, development of
new healthcare applications, adoption or success of new
technologies and applications, and anticipated results.
Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other
statements about future events that are based on current
expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks
and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to
differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this
document, including, but not limited to: (i) the ability to
implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations and
identify and realize additional opportunities; (ii) the regulatory
requirements that will apply to Desktop Health’s technology,
products, materials and applications, including by the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration and comparable agencies in other countries;
(iii) risks associated with products manufactured by Desktop
Health, including product liability or warranty claims; and (iv)
other risks and uncertainties set forth in the section entitled
"Risk Factors" and "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking
Statements"" in the Annual Report on Form 10-K filed by the Company
with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on
March 15, 2021, and the Company’s other filings with the SEC. These
filings identify and address other important risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ
materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements included in this press release speak
only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put
undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Desktop Metal
assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise. Desktop Metal does not give any
assurance that it will achieve its expectations.
1 Fortune Business Insights, Dentures Market Size, Share &
Industry Analysis, July 2020
2 American College of Prosthodontics, 2021 Facts and Figures,
Tooth Loss, https://www.gotoapro.org/facts-figures/
3 Source: American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons https://www.aaoms.org
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