Eighteeth

What Eighteeth does

Eighteeth (legal entity Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Chinese dental equipment and consumables manufacturer founded in 2016 and headquartered in Changzhou, Jiangsu. The company designs, produces, and globally distributes an integrated portfolio spanning endodontic motors and files (E-connect, NanoMotor, E-FLEX, E-STYLE, AURORA, OneFlow Gold), apex locators (FindPex, E-PEX, AirPex), ultrasonic and sonic devices (UltraMint, Ultra X, SurfyOne), intraoral scanners (Helios 500, 600, 680, 700), CBCT and X-ray imaging (FinScan F350, HyperLight series, NanoPix sensors), dental optics (Acuvision X microscope, Brilliance loupes, Softouch and Wireless Z+ headlights), implant and surgery systems (MotorSurg, E-FLOW, Motorturbo), sterilization (E-Sanit autoclave), and consumables, alongside the Eighteeth Dental Digital Cloud Platform supporting account, data, and order management.

The underlying technology stack includes proprietary heat-treated NiTi endodontic file systems (E-FLEX and E-STYLE series with GOLD, BLUE, S, REC, ONE, MINI, RT, and PATH variants), M-TECH imaging technology enabling clear intraoral X-ray images in 10 seconds, AI-powered intraoral scanning with full-arch scan times under 55 seconds, integrated apex locator functionality built into endodontic motors (E-connect S), and a cloud platform with dedicated servers in the UK, US, Singapore, and China using TLS1.2 and AES256 encryption. The intellectual property base exceeds 100 patent applications (53+ invention patents) and 100 granted patents (23+ invention patents), and the firm operates affiliated sales entities in Germany (Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology GmbH for EMEA) and the United States (Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology Inc. for the Americas).

Eighteeth monetizes primarily through hardware sales of dental equipment and consumables to a global distributor and dealer network covering 154 countries, supplemented by direct B2B engagement for larger accounts via an inquiry-driven contact channel. A modest recurring component exists through the Eighteeth Dental Digital Cloud Platform subscription layer serving clinics and labs. The go-to-market is event-driven and channel-led, with annual Global Partner Conferences, extensive trade show participation at IDS, AEEDC Dubai, Sino-Dental, Dental South China, FDI World Dental Congress, and an academic ecosystem of 340+ university partnerships, 280+ KOLs, and 2,000+ academic events per year driving demand generation. The company employs over 700 staff and reports double-digit compound revenue growth over the past three years.

Name

Eighteeth

Legal name

Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology Co.,Ltd.

Website

https://eighteeth.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Eighteeth is a Chinese dental equipment and consumables manufacturer that designs, produces, and globally distributes endodontic instruments, intraoral scanners, CBCT and X-ray imaging systems, optics, and implant surgery systems to dental professionals across 154 countries via a distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Equipment and Consumables Manufacturing

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

SIC

Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), X-Ray Apparatus & Tubes & Related Irradiation Apparatus (3844), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

X-ray & Fluoroscopy Systems (HLAHABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endodontic Imaging & CBCT Interpretation (Endodontic-Focused) (HLABADAJ), Intraoral Radiography Centers (Bitewing/Periapical/Occlusal) (HLABAIAA)

Keywords

• Dental equipment manufacturing
• Endodontic instruments
• Dental imaging systems
• Intraoral scanners
• Dental consumables

Headquarters

HQ city

Changzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dental Equipment and Consumables Sales: Eighteeth generates revenue primarily through the sale of dental equipment (endo motors, apex locators, CBCT, intraoral scanners, X-ray units, dental microscopes, loupes, autoclaves, implant systems) and consumables (endo files, gutta percha points, absorbent paper points, root canal supplies). Products are sold globally through distributors and direct B2B channels.
2. Eighteeth Dental Digital Cloud Platform (Subscription): The cloud platform supports the intraoral scanner ecosystem with account management, data management and transfer, order management, agency management, and communication features. The platform has servers in four geographic regions (UK, US, Singapore, China) serving different market segments globally.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Eighteeth researches, manufactures, and globally distributes a complete line of dental equipment and consumables, including endodontic motors, files, and obturation systems, CBCT and intraoral X-ray imaging devices, intraoral scanners, dental microscopes and loupes, implant surgical systems, autoclaves, and root canal supplies. The Helios intraoral scanner ecosystem is supported by a cloud-based digital workflow platform with regional servers in the UK, US, Singapore, and China, enabling integrated scan-to-design data exchange for clinics and dental laboratories. Products are sold through a B2B distributor and dealer network across 154 countries and through regional subsidiaries in Germany and the United States.

Product overview

Eighteeth (Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology Co., Ltd.) is a comprehensive dental equipment and consumables manufacturer founded in 2016, offering an integrated portfolio across six main product categories: Endodontics & Restorative (including apex locators FindPex/E-PEX/AirPex, E-FLEX and E-STYLE endo file series, AURORA rotary files, OneFlow Gold reciprocating files, nanoMotor/E-connect/E-value endo motors, UltraMint/Ultra X ultrasonic devices, SurfyOne sonic activator, obturation systems Space-Pack/Fast-Pack/Fast-Fill, LED curing lights CuringPen/CuringPen-X, and root canal supplies E-Root SP/BP); Diagnostic and Imaging Systems (FinScan F350 CBCT, HyperLight/HyperLight-G/HyperLight-M X-ray units, NanoPix digital sensors); Digital Impressions (Helios 700/600/680/500 intraoral scanners, Orion Kit digital implant solution); Optics (Acuvision X dental microscope, Brilliance dental loupes series, Softouch/Wireless Z+ headlights); Implant & Surgery Systems (MotorSurg implant unit, E-FLOW anesthesia delivery, Motorturbo electric motor); and Autoclave (E-Sanit steam sterilizer). The company also provides the Eighteeth Dental Digital Cloud Platform for data management and clinical workflows. Products serve dental professionals across 154 countries with significant presence in endodontics, imaging, and digital dentistry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Helios Digital Academy: Online education and training platform for dental professionals featuring product tutorials, clinical case videos, software updates, and workflow guides for Eighteeth digital dental solutions.

Products and services

• Endodontic file systems (E-FLEX, E-STYLE, AURORA, OneFlow Gold, Hand Files) Rotary and reciprocating NiTi endodontic file systems for root canal preparation, including heat-treated E-FLEX (GOLD, BLUE, S, REC, ONE, MINI, RT, PATH) and E-STYLE (GOLD & BLUE) variants, AURORA rotary files, OneFlow Gold reciprocating files, and stainless steel Hand Files. For endodontists and general dentists performing root canal treatment.
• Endodontic motors with integrated apex locator (NanoMotor, E-connect S, E-connect S+, E-CONNECT, E-value, E-value E, E-xtreme) Wireless endodontic motors with built-in apex locators for combined root canal working length determination and shaping in a single device. NanoMotor is wireless; E-connect S and E-connect S+ offer reciprocal movement and adaptive torque control. For endodontists and general dental practitioners.
• Apex locators (FindPex, E-PEX, AirPex) Apex locators for determining root canal working length during endodontic treatment, available as standalone devices. For endodontists and general dental practitioners.
• Obturation systems and root canal filling materials (Space-Pack & Space-Fill, Fast-Pack pro, Fast-Fill, Gutta Percha Points, Absorbent Paper Points, E-Root SP, E-Root BP) Obturation systems including continuous-wave and carrier-based devices (Space-Pack, Space-Fill, Fast-Pack pro, Fast-Fill) plus consumables such as Gutta Percha Points, Absorbent Paper Points, and bioceramic sealers E-Root SP and E-Root BP. For endodontists performing root canal obturation.
• Ultrasonic and sonic devices (UltraMint, UltraMint Pro, Ultra X, SurfyOne) Ultrasonic scalers (UltraMint/UltraMint Pro, Ultra X) for periodontal and endodontic procedures with 3-in-1 functionality, plus SurfyOne sonic activator for root canal irrigation activation. For dental hygienists, periodontists, and endodontists.
• LED curing lights (CuringPen, CuringPen-E, CuringPen-X) LED curing lights for polymerizing dental restorative materials. CuringPen-X features lightweight design and Bluetooth smart control. For general dentists placing composite restorations.
• FinScan F350 CBCT imaging system Three-in-one CBCT imaging system combining cone beam computed tomography with high-definition imaging and intelligent diagnostic algorithms; the first Chinese-made 3-in-1 CBCT with NMPA, FDA, and CE triple certification. For dental clinics offering 3D imaging, implant planning, and endodontic diagnostics.
• Portable intraoral X-ray units (HyperLight, HyperLight-G, HyperLight-M) Portable intraoral X-ray units for dental radiography; HyperLight-M incorporates proprietary M-TECH technology for precise sensor positioning and clear images in 10 seconds. For dental clinics and endodontists requiring chairside imaging.
• Digital intraoral sensors (NanoPix, NanoPix-E 1.3, NanoPix-M) Digital intraoral sensors for dental radiography, designed to work with Eighteeth X-ray units including HyperLight-M to leverage M-TECH technology. For dental clinics performing digital intraoral radiography.
• Helios intraoral scanner family (Helios 500, Helios 600, Helios 680, Helios 700) AI-powered intraoral scanners for digital impressions across the Helios 500, 600, 680, and 700 models. Helios 700 is wireless; Helios 500 features AI function with full-arch scans within 55 seconds, scan body recognition, and AI report generation. For dental clinics and dental laboratories performing digital impressions, orthodontics, and implant workflows.
• Orion Kit digital implant solution Digital implant solution for dental implant planning and guided surgery, compatible with multiple third-party implant systems, integrating with the Eighteeth digital workflow. For implantologists and dental clinics placing dental implants.
• Acuvision X dental microscope Dental operating microscope providing superior clarity and true-to-life color reproduction for advanced microscopic dental procedures. For endodontists and dentists performing microscopic endodontics and restorative procedures.
• Dental loupes (Brilliance, Brilliance BP, Brilliance 48°, Brilliance 48° Pro, Brilliance OT/T) Dental magnification loupes including the Brilliance series (Brilliance, Brilliance BP, Brilliance 48°, Brilliance 48° Pro) and Brilliance OT/T TTL prismatic ergonomic loupes. For dentists and endodontists requiring surgical magnification.
• Dental headlights (Softouch, Wireless Z+) Surgical headlights for dental procedures, designed as companions to dental loupes. Wireless Z+ offers wireless charging, magnetic secure attachment, and intuitive light-intensity adjustment. For dentists and endodontists using magnification loupes.
• MotorSurg dental implant surgical unit Dental implant surgical motor unit for implant procedures, used during implant placement to drive surgical handpieces. For implantologists and dental clinics performing implant surgery.
• E-FLOW dental anesthesia delivery system Computerized dental anesthesia delivery system for comfortable local anesthetic administration. For dentists and dental clinics performing routine and advanced anesthesia.
• Electric motor and handpiece combination (Motorturbo & E-asp1) Electric motor and contra-angle handpiece combination for general dental procedures. For general dentists performing restorative and prosthetic work.
• E-Sanit autoclave (steam sterilizer) Steam autoclave sterilizer for reprocessing dental instruments and handpieces between patients. For dental clinics and sterilization departments.
• Eighteeth Dental Digital Cloud Platform Cloud-based dental digital workflow platform supporting the Helios intraoral scanner ecosystem with account management, data management and transfer, order management, agency management, and communication; backed by four regional servers (UK, US, Singapore, China) using TLS1.2 and AES256 encryption. For dental clinics and laboratories using the Helios scanner ecosystem.

Quantifiable outcome

• 110 FinScan F350 CBCT units sold in a single day at the Dental South China 2025 CBCT Appreciation Dinner
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• ZHEAN Healthcare Co., Ltd. (Developers of Helios Series Intraoral Scanner)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023In November 2023, Changzhou Sifary Medical Technology Co., Ltd. (Eighteeth) completed the acquisition of ZHEAN Healthcare Co., Ltd., the developer of the Helios Series Intraoral Scanner. This acquisition brought the Helios scanner technology in-house, strengthening Eighteeth's digital dentistry portfolio. The Helios 500, 600, 680, and 700 scanners all trace their origins to this acquisition.
• Style Italiano EndodonticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStyle Italiano Endodontics is a globally recognized academic organization in endodontics. Members including Prof. Fabio Gorni and Dr. Filippo Cardinali have participated in Eighteeth events (AEEDC Dubai 2025, AEEDC Dubai 2026), delivering workshops, clinical demonstrations, and academic lectures. The partnership positions Eighteeth products within leading-edge endodontic practice and provides credible academic endorsement.
• International KOL Network (280+ KOLs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEighteeth maintains relationships with over 280 Key Opinion Leaders in the dental industry globally. These experts conduct clinical cases using Eighteeth products, deliver academic lectures at events, participate in workshops, and provide product feedback and endorsement. Named KOLs include Dr. Waleed Kurdi, Dr. Riccardo Tonini, Dr. Moh'd Hammo, Prof. Fabio Gorni, Dr. Filippo Cardinali, Dr. Ahmed Saad, Dr. Ibrahim El Naggar, Prof. Hardan, Dr. Siavash Moushekhian, Dr. Ali Al-Qrimli, Dr. Ahmad Al-Hassiny, Dr. Hawary, and others.
• Endodontics Expert Team, University of Hong KongmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Endodontics Expert Team from the University of Hong Kong was invited by Eighteeth to present at the Greater Bay Area Microscopic Endodontic Forum during Dental South China 2026. Topics included calcified canal negotiation and regenerative endodontic therapy, showcasing Eighteeth's commitment to academic collaboration and clinical excellence.
• Dr. Filippo CardinalimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Filippo Cardinali co-hosted a hands-on workshop with Eighteeth at AEEDC Dubai 2026 titled 'Preventing and Managing Iatrogenic Mishaps During the Shaping of the Root Canal System'. Participants practiced using Eighteeth endodontic instruments in a clinically oriented and immersive training session.
• Global Distributor and Dealer PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEighteeth operates a global network of distributors and dealers across 154 countries and regions. The company holds annual Global Partner Conferences (e.g., October 2024 and October 2025) to strengthen relationships, announce new products, present awards to outstanding partners, and align on strategic direction. Regional operations in Germany and the US support EMEA and Americas distributors respectively.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Dentsply Sirona: Largest global dental equipment and consumables manufacturer with endodontic instruments, imaging systems, and CAD/CAM. Directly comparable as a broad-portfolio dental vendor competing across many of Eighteeth's product categories, but with substantially larger scale and deeper Western market penetration.
• Planmeca: Finnish family-owned manufacturer of dental chairs, imaging (CBCT, panoramic), CAD/CAM, and software. Comparable as a multi-category dental equipment vendor with strong European presence; competes with Eighteeth's imaging and digital impression portfolios.
• Envista Holdings: US-listed dental conglomerate (spun out of Danaher) holding brands like Nobel Biocare, KaVo, Kerr, and Ormco. Competes with Eighteeth across implants, endodontics, imaging, and restorative; a relevant scale benchmark but with much broader product breadth.
• Carestream Dental: Global dental imaging and practice management software provider (CS 3500 / CS 3700 intraoral scanners, CS 8100 CBCT). Comparable imaging product line and overlap with Eighteeth's digital impression and CBCT businesses.
• Midmark: US-based dental and medical equipment manufacturer offering chairs, lights, cabinetry, and imaging accessories. Adjacent competitor in dental equipment, primarily serving North American practices with clinical hardware.

Direct peers

• 3Shape: Danish leader in intraoral scanning (TRIOS) and digital dental workflows. Direct competitor to Eighteeth's Helios scanner line and overlapping digital dentistry platform ambitions; comparable target customers (clinics and labs) and similar emphasis on AI-enabled scan quality.
• Vatech: Korean dental imaging specialist with a strong CBCT and panoramic X-ray portfolio. Closest direct competitor to the FinScan F350, with similar strategy of combining high-spec imaging at cost-effective price points versus Western premium incumbents.
• Woodpecker (Guilin Woodpecker Medical Instrument): Chinese dental equipment manufacturer specializing in endodontic motors, ultrasonic scalers, and light-curing units. Closest Chinese competitor to Eighteeth's endodontics and restorative portfolio; comparable business model of China-based manufacturing with global distribution.
• Runyes Medical Instrument: Chinese dental equipment manufacturer offering dental chairs, intraoral cameras, scalers, and imaging. Comparable as a domestic Chinese competitor targeting both domestic and overseas markets with cost-effective equipment.

Emerging players

• Align Technology: Global clear-aligner leader (Invisalign) and iTero intraoral scanner manufacturer. Adjacent competitor in intraoral scanning and digital orthodontics workflows; comparable in targeting the digital dentistry conversion of dental practices.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors7 records

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M&A

Investments

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