Vertex Dental

What Vertex Dental does

Vertex Dental is a Netherlands-based manufacturer of prosthetic dental materials founded in 1939 (originally as Dentimex) and headquartered in Soesterberg. The company designs, produces, and distributes denture base materials, artificial teeth, processing equipment, and accessories used by dental laboratories and technicians worldwide. Its core product portfolio spans heat-curing acrylics (Implacryl, Rapid Simplified, Regular), cold-curing acrylics (Castapress, Castavaria, Castavite, Self Curing, Trayplast, Orthoplast), the proprietary monomer-free Vertex ThermoSens rigid denture base, and Vertex Quint Teeth with a five-layer morphological construction. Supporting equipment includes the ThermoJect 22 injection machine and the MultiCure polymerization unit. Vertex holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and Medical Device 93/42/EG certifications, with all products CE marked for global registration.

The company's revenue model is built on one-time sales of consumable dental materials and equipment, distributed through long-term relationships with local distributors across more than 75 countries. Approximately 100,000 dental technicians use Vertex products daily. The Vertex-Dental Academy, established in 2006, provides specialist training in both analogue and digital 3D printing workflows. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through the sales team or distributor network. Since January 2017, Vertex Dental has operated as a registered trademark of 3D Systems, Inc., following the merger of Vertex Global Holding with the US-listed parent; the NextDent subsidiary (founded 2012) was folded into 3D Systems' broader digital dentistry platform alongside the Figure 4 3D printing technology. Vertex Dental has no public listing, no disclosed funding rounds, and a headcount of 11-50 employees focused on its Netherlands operations, with a former regional sales office in Singapore (Vertex-Dental Asia Pte Ltd, established 2005) now operating under the parent's structure.

Name

Vertex Dental

Legal name

Vertex Dental (registered trademark of 3D Systems, Inc.)

Website

https://vertex-dental.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1939

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vertex Dental is a Netherlands-based manufacturer of prosthetic dental materials, including denture bases, teeth, and processing equipment, serving dental laboratories and technicians in over 75 countries as a brand of 3D Systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Prosthetic Materials

NAICS

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

SIC

Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Removable Prosthetics (Dentures/Partials) Fabrication (HLABAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Removable Prosthodontics (Complete & Partial Dentures) (HLABAFAB), 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing for Dental Prosthetics (HLABAJAF), Dental Implants & Prosthodontic Components (Implants/Abutments/Prosthetics) (HLAHAEAE)

Keywords

• Dental prosthetic materials
• Denture base acrylics
• Monomer-free dentures
• Prosthetic teeth manufacturing
• Dental laboratory equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Soesterberg

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Materials Sales: Sale of prosthetic dental products including denture base materials, teeth, equipment, and accessories to dental laboratories and technicians globally through distribution network.
2. Equipment Sales: Sale of dental equipment including Vertex ThermoJect 22 injection machines and Vertex MultiCure polymerization units.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Vertex Dental manufactures and sells prosthetic dental products — denture base materials, prosthetic teeth, processing equipment, and supporting accessories — to dental laboratories and dental technicians worldwide. Its portfolio is anchored by Vertex ThermoSens (monomer-free, virtually unbreakable rigid denture base), complemented by heat-curing acrylics (Implacryl, Rapid Simplified, Regular), cold-curing acrylics (Castapress, Castavaria, Castaquick, Self Curing, Trayplast, Orthoplast), and equipment such as the Thermoject 22 injection machine and MultiCure processing unit, plus accessories (Castaflask, Acrybond, Divosep, Castasil 21, Silicone Putty).

Product overview

Vertex Dental is a manufacturer of prosthetic dental products forming a unified portfolio of denture solutions. The core offerings center on ThermoSens (monomer-free, virtually unbreakable denture base), complemented by heat-curing acrylics (Implacryl, Rapid Simplified, Regular) and cold-curing acrylics (Trayplast, Castapress, Castavaria, Castaquick, Orthoplast, Self Curing variants) for different processing methods. These are supported by specialized equipment including the Thermoject 22 injection system and MultiCure processing unit, along with accessories like silicones, separation fluids, and bonding agents. The company was founded in 1939 and is now a registered trademark of 3D Systems, Inc., exporting to over 75 countries worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vertex ThermoSens: Innovative, virtually unbreakable, monomer-free rigid denture base material.
• Vertex Heat-Curing Acrylics
• Vertex Cold-Curing Acrylics
• Vertex Castapress
• Vertex Castavaria
• Vertex Quint Teeth
• Vertex Implacryl
• Vertex Rapid Simplified
• Vertex Regular
• Vertex Self Curing
• Vertex Orthoplast
• Vertex Trayplast
• Vertex-Dental Academy

Products and services

• Vertex ThermoSens Innovative, virtually unbreakable, monomer-free rigid denture base material that provides excellent fit due to lack of volume shrinkage; suitable for patients with acrylic allergies or sensitivity problems. Sold as a standalone denture base material to dental laboratories and technicians.
• Vertex Heat-Curing Acrylics Heat-curing denture base materials for creating solid foundations for full and partial dentures. Includes Implacryl, Rapid Simplified, and Regular variants, designed for dental laboratories.
• Vertex Cold-Curing Acrylics Self-polymerizing pouring and casting type denture base materials for various dental applications, including Trayplast, Castapress, Castavaria, Castaquick, Orthoplast, Self Curing, and Self Curing Quick Set. Used by dental laboratories.
• Vertex Thermoject 22 Injection machine that enables dental technicians to efficiently inject ThermoSens material at 290°C in approximately 8 minutes. Features fully automated heating and injection with adjustable pressure from 6-9 bars for predictable end results.
• Vertex MultiCure Processing unit for heat-curing acrylics (4 flasks at 100°C), cold-curing acrylics (3 flasks at 55°C, 2.5 Bar), orthodontic acrylics (9 models), and crown & bridge acrylics (minimum 93°C, 6.0 Bar). Features adjustable time programs, temperatures, and pressure settings.
• Vertex Castaflask Transparent flask used in combination with Vertex Castagel clear for controlled and effective denture casting processes in dental laboratories.
• Vertex Acrybond Liquid bonding agent (75ml) used to create chemical bonding between denture base acrylics and acrylic teeth in dental laboratory prosthetic workflows.
• Vertex Divosep Alginate-based separation solution suitable for both packing/pressing technique and cast moulding. Available in Blue shade (1000ml and 5000ml) for cold and heat curing acrylics in dental laboratories.
• Vertex Castasil 21 Pour type silicone used for duplication of dental models in dental laboratory prosthetic workflows.
• Vertex Silicone Putty Putty 1:1 with Shore A value of 85 after setting, suitable for moulds, fixing keys, and provisional models. Form stable, heat resistant up to 300°C with excellent detail reproduction. Available in 2x1000g, 2x5000g, and 2x25000g packaging.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000 dental technicians use Vertex products daily worldwide
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• DentalbioluxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2021In 2021, Vertex-Dental selected Dentalbiolux as the strong and experienced business partner for the continuation of the Quint Acrylic Teeth product range.
• 3D SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017In January 2017, Vertex Global Holding merged with 3D Systems. The combination integrates 3D Systems' Figure 4 3D printing technology with NextDent's advanced materials, enabling transformation of digital dentistry production. Vertex Dental operates as a registered trademark of 3D Systems, Inc.
• NextDentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2012NextDent was founded in 2012 as a subsidiary under Vertex Global Holding to complement the dental materials portfolio. With NextDent materials, the company meets demands of new 3D printing innovations for dental technology and dental care industries. NextDent is now part of 3D Systems following the 2017 merger.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Zhermack: Italian manufacturer of dental materials including denture base silicones, duplication silicones, and laboratory consumables — overlapping with Vertex's accessories and indirect overlap on denture workflows.
• Ivoclar: Liechtenstein-based global manufacturer of dental prosthetic materials, denture teeth, and equipment — overlapping most directly with Vertex's denture-base acrylics, artificial teeth, and processing equipment.
• Modern Materials: US-based niche manufacturer of denture base acrylics and laboratory materials — a smaller but directly comparable specialty competitor in the removable prosthetics materials market.
• Candulor: Swiss denture-teeth and denture-base materials specialist focused on high-end removable prosthetics — direct competitor to Vertex Quint Teeth and premium denture bases.
• VOCO: German dental materials manufacturer with overlapping denture base, relining, and CAD/CAM-compatible product lines; competes with Vertex in core cold-cured and heat-cured acrylic categories.
• Kulzer (Mitsui Chemicals): Long-established German manufacturer of denture base materials (PalaXdent, Meliodent), artificial teeth, and lab equipment — direct competition for Vertex's heat-cured and cold-cured acrylics and denture teeth.
• SHOFU: Japanese dental manufacturer offering prosthetic materials, artificial teeth, and lab equipment; competes in premium denture base and acrylic teeth markets where Vertex is active.
• Tokuyama Dental: Japanese dental materials producer with denture base acrylics, soft reliners, and prosthetic consumables — comparable to Vertex in monomer-containing and soft-liner denture categories.

Broad incumbents

• COLTENE: Swiss dental consumables and equipment manufacturer with lab-side prosthetic materials and accessories; partial overlap with Vertex's accessory and laboratory consumable portfolio.
• Dentsply Sirona: One of the largest dental products and equipment manufacturers in the world; directly comparable on denture-base acrylics (Lucitone) and digital denture workflows, but with much broader consumables and equipment portfolio.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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