What Dantech does

Dantech Digital Dental Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a Chennai-based digital dental laboratory that manufactures custom dental prosthetics — crowns, bridges, zirconia and E-Max restorations, customized abutments, milled prostheses, digital and conventional dentures, clear aligners, surgical guides, and full-arch implant prosthetics — for dental practices, prosthodontists, implantologists, and oral surgeons primarily in India with planned expansion into the US. The company operates a multi-tier workflow model: Traditional Workflow (Dantech scans, designs, and manufactures from physical impressions), Design as Service (customer scans, Dantech designs and manufactures), and Digital Workflow (customer designs in exocad or 3shape and sends STL files for Dantech manufacturing). Its core technology stack combines CAD/CAM design (exocad, 3shape), 3D printing, photogrammetry-based full-arch restoration workflows (claimed as a first in India), the CIM System Mill Box integrated 'Make and Mill' concept (also a first in India), the MetiSmile exclusive face scanner, and iTero Lumina Pro intraoral scanner distribution. Regulatory credentials include ISO 13485:2016, UK-MHRA registration, and US FDA registration (Facility Number 10090122), which collectively enable cross-border case work.

The company's business model is per-case B2B manufacturing revenue, supplemented by iTero hardware resale and professional services from education, training programs, and conferences. Go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven: Dantech invests heavily in dental industry events (Indian Dental Association conferences, ISOI, ITI India, IAOI Global Implant Summit 2025, Indian Prosthodontic Society), sponsors and hosts hands-on training (exocad, photogrammetry, Ivoclar, VITA, Shofu, Upcera, CIM System), hosts international experts (Dr. Shankar Iyer, Dr. Dan Rosen, Digital Dental Portrait technicians), and cultivates referral-based relationships with dental professionals. In September 2024 the company closed a ₹21 crore ($2.5 million) round from Shagun Capital, Ten Eighty Investments, Unicornus Maximus, and Wow Investments, earmarked to scale production capacity from 200 to 1,000 units per day, diversify the product line, and acquire US dental labs. Current production capacity is 200 units daily at the Chennai facility (33, Raj Tower, Whites Road, Royapettah), with a workforce of 51-100 employees. The firm is led by Director & COO Dr. Shiva Shankar Mahadevan, a prosthodontist and Chairman of the IAOI Global Implant Summit 2025.

Name

Dantech

Legal name

Dantech Digital Dental Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://dantechdentallab.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dantech Digital Dental Solutions is a Chennai-based digital dental laboratory manufacturing custom dental prosthetics — including crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, aligners, and surgical guides — for dental practices, prosthodontists, and implantologists across India and the expanding US market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Prosthetics Manufacturing

NAICS

Dental Laboratories (339116), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)

SIC

Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

CAD/CAM Digital Design & Milling Centers (HLABAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Implant Prosthetics & Abutment Fabrication (HLABAJAC), Crown & Bridge (Fixed Prosthetics) Fabrication (HLABAJAA), Removable Prosthetics (Dentures/Partials) Fabrication (HLABAJAB), Digital Prosthodontics & CAD/CAM Restorations (Chairside/Clinic-Based) (HLABAFAH), Medical & Dental 3D Printing Services (patient-specific devices, dental labs) (IMAAADAG)

Keywords

• Dental prosthetics manufacturing
• Digital dental laboratory
• CAD/CAM dentistry
• Implant prosthetics
• Photogrammetry dental restorations

Headquarters

HQ city

Chennai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Prosthetics Manufacturing: Dantech manufactures custom dental prosthetics including crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, aligners, and orthodontics for dental practices and clinics. Services are provided on a per-case basis through digital or traditional workflows. Revenue is generated per unit/prosthetic manufactured.
2. iTero Scanner Distribution: As a proud distributor of iTero products including the Lumina scanner, Dantech generates revenue through equipment sales and distribution partnerships with dental clinics.
3. Digital Design Services: Design as a Service offering where Dantech scans, designs, and manufactures products from physical materials, or manufactures from customer-provided digital STL files. Revenue per design/manufacturing service.
4. Education and Training Programs: Dantech conducts workshops, training programs, and educational events for dental professionals, including simulated training and practice assistance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Dantech is a Digital-First, Implant-Focused dental laboratory that designs and manufactures custom dental prosthetics, including crowns, bridges, implant abutments, milled prostheses, surgical guides, complete and partial dentures, clear aligners, retainers, PMMA crowns, splints, and diagnostic wax-ups, for dental practices, prosthodontists, implantologists, and oral surgeons. Production is driven by CAD/CAM, 3D printing, photogrammetry for full-arch (All-on-X) restorations, MetiSmile facial scanning, and intraoral scanning (iTero Lumina), with case intake supported through Traditional, Design-as-a-Service, and Digital (STL) workflow tiers. The lab is ISO 13485:2016, UK-MHRA, and U.S. FDA registered and operates a Chennai facility with 200-units-per-day capacity scaling to 1,000 units.

Product overview

Dantech Dental Lab is a Chennai-based digital dental laboratory offering a comprehensive portfolio of dental prosthetics and digital dentistry solutions. The company operates on a multi-product, multi-service model encompassing: (1) Dental Prosthetics Manufacturing — spanning Crown & Bridge products (Zirconia, E-Max, Metal Ceramics, Full Cast), Implant solutions (Milled Prostheses, Customized Abutments, Surgical Guides), Removable Prosthetics (Digital and Conventional Dentures, Cast Partials, Flexible Dentures), Orthodontics (Clear Aligners, Retainers), Provisionals, Diagnostics (Wax Mock-ups, Trial Smiles), and Miscellaneous items (Splints, Repairs); (2) Advanced Digital Technology Services — including Photogrammetry for full-arch restorations, MetiSmile face scanning, and iTero Lumina scanner distribution; and (3) Workflow Services — Traditional Workflow, Design as Service, and Digital Workflow (accepting STL files from exocad and 3shape). Dantech positions itself as a 'Digital-First, Implant-Focused' lab leveraging CAD/CAM, 3D printing, and photogrammetry across its manufacturing operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zirconia Crowns & Bridges Zirconia-based dental crowns and bridges manufactured using CAD/CAM technology for high strength, biocompatibility, and aesthetic restorations. Sold on a per-case basis to dental practices and clinics.
• E-Max Crowns & Bridges Lithium disilicate glass-ceramic crowns and bridges offering superior translucency and aesthetics for lifelike dental restorations. Custom-manufactured per case for dental practices.
• Metal Ceramics Metal-ceramic restorations combining a metal substructure with ceramic veneer for durability and natural appearance. Sold per case to dental clinics.
• Full Cast Crowns & Bridges Full cast metal crowns and bridges for posterior restorations requiring high strength and durability. Custom-manufactured per case.
• Milled Prostheses CNC-milled dental prosthetics including crowns, bridges, and implant frameworks offering precision fit and consistency. Sold to dental practices and implantologists.
• Customized Abutments Patient-specific dental implant abutments designed and manufactured for optimal emergence profile and aesthetic outcomes. Sold per case to implantologists and prosthodontists.
• Conventional Complete Dentures Traditional full removable dentures fabricated using conventional techniques for edentulous patients. Custom-manufactured per case for dental clinics.
• Digital Complete Dentures Digitally designed and manufactured complete dentures offering superior fit, faster turnaround, and consistent quality through CAD/CAM workflows. Sold per case.
• Conventional Partial Dentures Traditional removable partial dentures with metal framework for partially edentulous patients. Custom-manufactured per case.
• Cast Partial Dentures Metal framework partial dentures with cast components for precise fit and durability. Sold per case to dental clinics.
• Flexible Dentures Flexible Valplast-style partial dentures offering comfort and aesthetics without metal clasps. Sold per case to dental practices.
• Clear Aligners Custom orthodontic clear aligners for teeth straightening, fabricated using 3D printing and digital treatment planning. Sold per case to orthodontists and dental clinics.
• Retainers Orthodontic retainers for maintaining teeth positions after alignment treatment. Custom-manufactured per case for dental clinics and orthodontists.
• Conventional Temporary Crowns Traditional temporary crowns for provisional restoration during definitive prosthesis fabrication. Sold per case to dental clinics.
• CAD Assist Temporary Crowns CAD-designed and manufactured temporary crowns offering improved fit and aesthetics over conventional temporaries. Sold per case.
• Surgical Guides 3D-printed surgical guides for precise implant placement and guided surgery procedures. Sold per case to implantologists and oral surgeons.
• Photogrammetry Services Advanced photogrammetry-based digital workflow service for full-arch (All-on-X) restorations, capturing precise 3D spatial data for implant positioning and prosthetic design. Sold as a per-case service to implantologists.
• Splints Digital occlusal splints and nightguards for TMD syndrome, bruxism, and protection of dental restorations. Custom-manufactured per case.
• Dental Repairs Repair services for existing dental prosthetics including dentures, crowns, and bridges. Sold per case.
• Traditional Workflow Service End-to-end service where dental practices complete online prescriptions and send physical materials; Dantech scans, designs, and manufactures the desired prosthetic product. Sold per case.
• Design as Service Service where practices scan physical materials and send digital files; Dantech handles design and manufacturing of the prosthetic. Sold per case.
• Digital Workflow Service Service where dental practices design products in exocad or 3shape and send STL files; Dantech manufactures the designed prosthetics via CAD/CAM. Sold per case.
• Practice Assistance Support services for dental practices including digital workflow consultation and clinical collaboration. Sold as a service engagement.
• Digital Solutions Digital dentistry solutions including intraoral scanning, CAD design, and integrated digital workflows for partner dental practices. Sold as a service engagement.
• Loyalty Programs Partner loyalty programmes for dental practices collaborating with Dantech on digital workflows. Sold as an engagement-based service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Production capacity expansion from 200 to 1,000 units daily at Chennai facility
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• iTero (Align Technology)coreTechnology or Integration · 29 August 2025Dantech is a proud distributor of iTero products, notably the Lumina Pro Scanner. Dantech announced its partnership with iTero at the launch of the next-generation Lumina Pro Scanner on August 29, 2025. Dantech also showcased iTero Lumina at the 1st IAOI Global Implant Summit 2025, highlighting its use for full-arch dental implant workflows.
• StraumannminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech exhibited its MetiSmile face scanner at the Straumann stall at the 2nd ITI India National Congress, marking Dantech as the first digital lab in India to bring this technology to market through this collaboration.
• Indian Association of Oral Implantologists (IAOI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech served as Featured Exhibitor and Silver Sponsor at the 1st IAOI Global Implant Summit 2025. CTO Dr. Shivashankar Mahadevan served as Chairman of the conference. Dantech showcased photogrammetry-based workflows and iTero Lumina solutions for implant-supported restorations.
• Dr. Dan RosenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial interactions with Dr. Dan Rosen, American inventor of the Rosen Screw, at the 1st IAOI Global Implant Summit 2025. Dr. Rosen's innovation relates to Direct to Multi Unit Abutments workflow, aligning with Dantech's photogrammetry and full-arch restoration capabilities.
• ZimVie InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech provided clinical lab support for the ZimVie Institute's Full Arch Course conducted by Dr. Shankar Iyer at Vivident Dental Hospital, Chennai, in February 2025. Dantech's team provided full laboratory support for the live interactive surgical course.
• Nobel BiocareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech conducted technical training in collaboration with Nobel Biocare, including advanced digital workshops for dental professionals. Part of Dantech's affiliation network of dental technology leaders.
• Upcera IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech participated in the Upcera India Training Event on July 12, 2025, at Hotel Kuber Inn, Chennai. Training covered Zirconia Stain & Glaze Techniques, Exocad Design, Intraoral Scan Procedures, and Upcera Furnace Operation & Maintenance.
• IvoclarminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech hosted the Ivoclar Ceramic Layering Training Programme on August 11, 2025, focusing on advanced staining and glazing techniques. Ivoclar's expert trainers conducted hands-on sessions for Dantech's technicians.
• VITA ZahnfabrikminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech hosted VITA Training Programme on August 20, 2025, focused on ceramic layering techniques including staining and glazing. Dantech technician attended VITA Removable Denture Advanced Course on September 17, 2025, conducted by Martina Rosenbusch at Chennai-le-Palace.
• Ackuretta, Alpha Bio, imes-icore, Nobel Biocare, Rajan Dental, StraumannminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed as affiliations/partners in Dantech's affiliation section. These represent integration and compatibility partnerships with major dental implant and equipment brands, enabling Dantech to work with a wide range of materials and systems.
• CIM SystemcoreTechnology or IntegrationDantech partnered with CIM System to implement the Mill Box 'Make and Mill' concept — the first dental laboratory in India to do so. CIM System experts conducted comprehensive training on October 27-28, 2025, for Dantech's technical team on Mill Box CAD/CAM technology for integrated design and milling workflows.
• Shofu Dental IndiaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech hosted Shofu Dental India's Advanced Training Programme on November 19, 2025, focusing on Zirconia Layering and PFM Layering techniques. Training led by Mr. Neeraj Hingu covering advanced protocols, material selection, and best practices.
• Dr. Shankar Iyer (Past President, AAID)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Shankar Iyer, Past President of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, was hosted at Dantech's Chennai facility in February 2025. Dantech's management discussed the future of digital implantology with Dr. Iyer. Dantech then provided lab support for his Full Arch Course workshop.
• Digital Dental Portrait (New Jersey, USA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech hosted US-based dental technicians Sean Kim and Claire Ko of Digital Dental Portrait laboratory in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The technicians conducted Exocad and 3shape design training for Dantech's team and ceramic finishing sessions for All-on-X cases, supporting Dantech's international market expansion.
• Alpha BiotechminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech successfully delivered 200+ 3D-printed surgical guides and PMMA crowns for the Alpha Biotech Roadshow, a renowned platform showcasing excellence in implantology and digital dentistry. Demonstrates Dantech's capability for scalable bulk production and clinical events support.
• Karnavati UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDantech contributed to Karnavati University's Fellowship in Dentistry program with a Digital Dentistry 3.0 session on September 16-17, 2025. Dr. Shiva Shankar Mahadevan served as faculty, demonstrating complete digital denture workflow from design to fabrication.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Glidewell Dental: Glidewell is the largest US-based dental laboratory offering crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, and digital workflows at scale. It is the most analogous incumbent against which Dantech's India-to-US lab strategy competes, and it has aggressively expanded its own CAD/CAM and milling capacity.
• Straumann Group: Global leader in dental implants and prosthetic solutions with whom Dantech has a documented collaboration (MetiSmile exhibited at Straumann stall). Comparable as both an implant-system partner and a potential ecosystem competitor.

Direct peers

• Modern Dental Group: Hong Kong–headquartered global dental prosthetic manufacturer with labs across Asia, Europe and the US. Directly comparable to Dantech in scale-down economics, multi-region lab footprint, and crown/bridge/implant/denture product breadth.
• National Dentex: US dental laboratory network operating multiple regional labs offering crowns, bridges, implants, and digital prosthetics services. Comparable to Dantech for the target customer profile of mid-market and group US dental practices.
• DDS Lab: US-based full-service digital dental lab offering crowns, bridges, dentures, implants and aligners to dental practices. Highly comparable digital-first lab business model serving independent dentists.
• Aurum Group: Canadian dental laboratory network providing crown & bridge, implants, and digital prosthetic services across North America. Comparable to Dantech on full-arch implant and digital CAD/CAM workflow focus.
• Knight Dental Group: US full-service dental laboratory with a broad crown/bridge, removable and implant prosthetic offering for general dentists. Comparable to Dantech on product breadth and direct-to-practice service model.

Regional players

• Avante Dental (CHL/China): Shenzhen-based dental prosthetic manufacturer exporting globally; structurally analogous to Dantech as another Asia-cost-arbitrage dental lab entering Western markets with CAD/CAM capacity.

Others

• Align Technology (iTero): Manufacturer of iTero intraoral scanners and Invisalign clear aligners. Dantech is a distributor of iTero Lumina, making Align a key technology partner and a comparable ecosystem participant in the digital implant/impression workflow.
• CIM System: CAD/CAM milling software and hardware vendor whose Mill Box 'Make and Mill' concept Dantech integrated first in India. Comparable as a technology enabler in the digital prosthetic design-to-milling workflow that defines Dantech's production approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors4 records

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M&A

Investments

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