SILADENT
SILADENT provides dental laboratories and practices with digital workflow solutions spanning 3D metal/resin printing, CAD/CAM milling, software, and proprietary materials. The Goslar, Germany-based company distributes 2oneLab, SprintRay, exocad, and DLyte across Europe.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersGoslar, Germany
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What SILADENT does
SILADENT Dr. Böhme & Schöps GmbH is a German dental technology company headquartered in Goslar and operating as the digital arm of the ERNST HINRICHS Dental Gruppe, a diversified dental materials group with two northern German production sites and subsidiary al dente Dentalprodukte GmbH (acquired January 2019). The company supplies dental laboratories and dental practices with a complete digital workflow portfolio spanning dental plasters, duplicating materials, investment materials, CAD/CAM software, 3D metal printing (lasermelting), 3D resin printing, and CAD/CAM milling machines. Its proprietary TEK-1 system — the only branded one-piece casting technique worldwide — is used by approximately 15,000 dentists for telescope restorations.
The product architecture combines proprietary technology with exclusive distribution of third-party solutions. SILADENT develops SilaPart CAD (a model-framework CAD platform with auto-design, texture recognition, and telescope design modules), the TEK-1 casting system (refined since 1994), and patent-pending AIRTOOL technology that powers the SilaMill E5, the first pneumatic-free 5-axis dental mill. It holds exclusive European distribution for 2oneLab Lasermelting (where it is also a shareholder since January 2024), exclusive Germany/Austria distribution for DLyte polishing, and European distribution for SprintRay's 3D printing ecosystem and exocad DentalCAD software.
Revenue is generated through four streams: hardware sales (3D printers, milling machines, ovens), consumables and materials (resins, gypsum, zirconia, PMMA, polishing media), software licensing and trade-ups (exocad Ultimate Bundle at €5,300, SilaPart CAD), and training and education services (TEK-1 courses at €640, Sinterdays workshops at €49). Distribution combines a direct field-sales team (Außendienst), the siladent-shop.de e-commerce platform, a Vertriebspartner network across Europe, and trade-show presence at IDS Cologne, AEEDC Dubai, and the Sinterdays workshop series. The company reports 850+ milling machines installed, distribution to 60+ countries through al dente, and sustainability programs including 40 tonnes of gypsum recycled in 2025 and isopropanol recycling through Röben.
SILADENT firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SILADENT
- Legal name
- SILADENT Dr. Böhme & Schöps GmbH
- Website
- https://siladent.de/
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- SILADENT provides dental laboratories and practices with digital workflow solutions spanning 3D metal/resin printing, CAD/CAM milling, software, and proprietary materials. The Goslar, Germany-based company distributes 2oneLab, SprintRay, exocad, and DLyte across Europe.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SILADENT industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Dental Laboratory Equipment & Materials
- NAICS
- Dental Laboratories (339116), Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114)
- SIC
- Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843)
- akta.pro primary industry
- 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing for Dental Prosthetics (HLABAJAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- CAD/CAM Digital Design & Milling Centers (HLABAJAE), Crown & Bridge (Fixed Prosthetics) Fabrication (HLABAJAA), Implant Prosthetics & Abutment Fabrication (HLABAJAC)
Keywords
Where SILADENT is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Goslar
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
SILADENT business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales: Sale of 3D metal printers (2Create Lasermelting), 3D resin printers (SprintRay), milling machines (SilaMill series), ovens, polishers, and peripheral equipment to dental laboratories and practices.
- Software Licensing: Sales and licensing of CAD/CAM software including SilaPart CAD, exocad DentalCAD upgrades (Ultimate Bundle), and exoplan surgical planning software.
- Consumables and Materials: Sale of 3D printing resins, dental gypsum, duplication silicones, investment materials, polishing media, CAD/CAM milling materials (zirconia, PMMA), and accessories.
- Training and Education: Revenue from training courses including TEK-1 intensive courses (640€ per participant), Sinterdays workshops (49€ per person), and CAD/CAM training programs.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | TEK-1 Intensive Course - 640€ for first participant, 120€ per additional participant |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | Sinterdays Workshop - 49€ per person |
| One time/ perpetual license | One time/ perpetual license | exocad Ultimate Bundle Tradeup - 5,300€ one-time upgrade |
| Unit Pricing | One time/ perpetual license | TEK-1 branded telescope crowns - runs like gold, priced like NEM |
| Others | Pay-as-you-go | Product catalog pricing available upon request |
Go-to-market motion4 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels9 records
SILADENT product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SILADENT manufactures and distributes dental plasters, duplicating silicones, investment materials, alloys and CAD/CAM workflow products for dental laboratories and dental practices. Its digital offering spans proprietary SilaMill 5-axis milling machines, the TEK-1 one-piece telescope casting system, SilaPart CAD software, and exclusive European distribution of 2oneLab Lasermelting metal 3D printers alongside SprintRay resin 3D printing systems and exocad DentalCAD software. The company combines equipment, consumables, training (Sinterdays workshops, TEK-1 courses), and sustainability services such as gypsum and isopropanol recycling.
Product overview
SILADENT Dr. Böhme & Schöps GmbH is a German dental technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services for dental laboratories and practices. The product portfolio spans both analog and digital dental technology. Analog products include dental gypsums, duplicating materials (Dubliermassen), investment materials (Einbettmassen), and the proprietary TEK-1 branded one-piece casting system for telescope prosthetics. Digital products include SilaPart CAD software for model framework design, 2Create lasermelting (metal 3D printing) systems, SprintRay resin 3D printing ecosystem (Pro 2, Midas, NanoCure, ProWash S), and SilaMill CAD/CAM milling machines (E5, T5, e4). SILADENT distributes third-party software including exocad DentalCAD and DentalTwin (AI design platform). Materials include Poly BioStar ML PMMA blanks, SprintRay resins (OnX Tough 2, Ceramic Crown, NightGuard Flex), and Zirkon BioStar co-brand zirconia. Services include Sinterdays live workshops, training courses, and sustainability programs (gypsum recycling, isopropanol recycling). The company serves as exclusive European distributor for 2oneLab lasermelting technology and holds exclusive distribution rights for DLyte polishing systems in Germany and Austria.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SILADENT-System: The SILADENT-System includes duplication techniques, investment material models, and the TEK-1 brand single-piece casting system for dental laboratories.
- 2Create
- TEK-1
- SilaPart CAD
- Sinterdays
Products and services
- SilaPart CAD Proprietary CAD software for model framework (Modellguss) design, including modules for auto-design, texture recognition, and telescope constructions, sold to dental laboratories integrating with exocad/DentalCAM workflows.
- 2Create Lasermelting System Lasermelting (metal 3D printing) system developed by 2oneLab and distributed exclusively by SILADENT in Europe, providing high-precision, cost-effective manufacturing of dental prosthetics from metal powders in Gcode format.
- SprintRay Pro 2 Dental 3D resin printer featuring 35 µm accuracy with Optical Panel technology and a 385 nm UV-A light module, supporting splints, crowns, aligner models, surgical guides, and implant prosthetics.
- SprintRay Midas Chairside 3D printing system using patented Digital Press Stereolithography (DPS) to print highly-filled viscous materials in closed resin capsules; FDA and MDR approved Ceramic Crown resin for definitive crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers.
- SprintRay NanoCure Post-curing unit for 3D printed dental restorations using dual-wavelength technology to cure without nitrogen while maximizing mechanical properties, color accuracy, and biocompatibility.
- SprintRay ProWash S Automated wash and dry system for dental 3D printing with a patented 9-minute two-stage cleaning cycle, connected to the SprintRay Cloud workflow.
- SilaMill E5 Five-axis dry milling machine for dental rondes with patent-pending AIRTOOL pneumatic-free technology, the first fully pneumatic-free 5-axis mill, sold to dental laboratories with bundled DENTALCAM software.
- SilaMill T5 Premium 5-axis milling machine supporting both dry and wet milling operations for dental laboratories producing crowns, bridges, and digital prosthetics.
- SilaMill e4 Compact 4-axis chairside milling machine for dental practices producing glass-ceramic restorations in a single appointment, integrated with intraoral scanners and CAD software.
- DLyte Polishing Systems Automated polishing systems for dental prosthetics distributed exclusively by SILADENT in Germany and Austria, eliminating manual polishing and producing consistently high surface quality for Lasermelting and CAD/CAM workflows.
- TEK-1 Branded One-Piece Casting System Proprietary branded one-piece casting system for telescope prosthetics made from a non-precious metal alloy (edental metal-free), delivering gold-like performance at NEM pricing; used by approximately 15,000 dentists worldwide.
- Dental Gypsum (Dentalgipse) Dental plasters and super-hard gypsums supplied as core consumables to dental laboratories, including types covered by the SILADENT gypsum recycling program.
- Duplicating Materials (Dubliermassen) Duplicating silicones and masses used in dental laboratory workflows, forming part of the SILADENT-System alongside investment materials and TEK-1.
- Investment Materials (Einbettmassen) Investment materials for dental casting processes, including the TEK-1-compatible investment material forming part of the SILADENT-System.
- Blasting and Polishing Materials (Strahl- & Poliermittel) Blasting and polishing media for dental laboratory finishing processes, supplied as part of the ERNST HINRICHS Dental portfolio.
- Poly BioStar ML Multi-layer PMMA blanks for CAD/CAM milling with 5 polymerized layers for natural aesthetics, ISO 10993-5 biocompatible, available in 6 colors and 2 heights, co-branded with Dental Direkt as Zirkon BioStar.
- SprintRay 3D Printing Resins Complete line of dental 3D printing resins including OnX Tough 2 (implant prosthetics), Ceramic Crown (definitive crowns, inlays, onlays, veneers), and NightGuard Flex (dental night guards), MDR/FDA approved where applicable.
- exocad DentalCAD (Ultimate Bundle Tradeup) Official distribution of exocad DentalCAD software for dental CAD design, including the Ultimate Bundle trade-up program with DentalCAD 3.3 Chemnitz and auto-update subscription for licensed dental laboratories.
- DentalTwin Generative AI Design Platform Cloud-based generative AI platform that processes dental scan data to produce complete dental prosthetic designs, offered by SILADENT to dental laboratories as a distribution partner since November 2025.
- Sinterdays Live Workshops Paid live workshop series demonstrating the complete Lasermelting workflow (49 EUR per participant), held at multiple German dental laboratory locations to train dental technicians on CAD construction, sintering, tempering, hybrid processing, and polishing.
- TEK-1 Intensive Training Course One-day intensive training course (640 EUR first participant, 120 EUR each additional) covering duplication, investment, framework modeling, casting, telescope fitting, and high-gloss polishing, with participants producing their own TEK-1 work.
- Gypsum Recycling Service (Gipsrecycling) Sustainability service collecting and recycling used dental gypsum from customer laboratories; the program recycled 40 tonnes of gypsum in 2025.
- Isopropanol Recycling Service Recycling program in partnership with Röben Recycling that purifies and reuses isopropanol contaminated during dental 3D printing, preventing toxins and microplastics release.
Quantifiable outcome
- 15,000 dentists use TEK-1 technology regularly
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use SILADENT
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
SILADENT technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration7 records
AI capability3 records
Feature5 records
SILADENT partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, strategic and supporting.
- 2oneLab GmbHcoreSILADENT became shareholder of 2oneLab in early 2024 and serves as exclusive European distribution partner. 2oneLab develops Lasermelting (metal 3D printing) technology specifically for dental applications. SILADENT handles sales and distribution while 2oneLab focuses on technology development and production.
- DLytemajorSILADENT has exclusive distribution rights for DLyte polishing systems in Germany and Austria. DLyte automated polishing complements digital workflows, particularly for Lasermelting. Produces consistently high surface quality without manual post-processing.
- Mihm-VogtmajorPartner for sintering and tempering ovens essential for Lasermelting workflow and all dental applications. Presented at Sinterdays events and AEEDC trade shows as part of complete digital workflow solution.
- CIMsystemmajorPartner providing Make & Mill hybrid processing solutions for digital workflow optimization. Integrated into Sinterdays workshop demonstrations showing complete Lasermelting workflow.
- SprintRaymajorSILADENT distributes SprintRay dental 3D printing systems including Pro 2, Midas, NanoCure, and ProWash S. Products featured on dedicated SILADENT SprintRay page and online shop.
- Drevemajor20-year partnership celebrated in 2023. SILADENT distributes Dreve 3D printing materials including Phrozen Sonic XL 4K printers calibrated by Dreve in Unna, and Dreve printing plastics with special offers.
- Dental Direkt GmbHcoreExpertise cooperation where Dental Direkt provides CAD/CAM milling materials (zirconia, PMMA) 'Made in Germany' under co-brand 'Zirkon BioStar'. SILADENT and picodent distribute these materials while Dental Direkt benefits from SILADENT's technical competence and distribution strength.
- picodent GmbHcoreDigital alliance formed at IDS 2019 combining SILADENT's digital expertise (10+ years in digital market, 3D printers, scanners, milling systems, software) with picodent's analog dental technology experience. Joint product development and expanded customer support through Germany-wide courses and training.
- exocadmajorOfficial exocad distribution partner offering DentalCAD software upgrades and trade-up programs. SILADENT sells exocad Ultimate Bundle upgrades (5,300€) and provides software support including exoplan surgical planning.
- vhfcorePartnership for SilaMill milling machines (E5, E4, T5). vhf manufactures machines while SILADENT distributes and supports them in the dental market. 10+ year partnership with over 850 machines sold.
- DentalTwinstrategicSILADENT became distribution partner of DentalTwin in November 2025. DentalTwin uses generative AI to design complete dental restorations. SILADENT offers registration with referral code for DentalTwin services.
- Röben RecyclingsupportingPartner for isopropanol (IPA) recycling from 3D printing. Contaminated IPA from dental 3D printing with resins is cleaned and reused, preventing toxins and microplastics from entering environment.
- StraumannsupportingPartnership enabling integration of 3Shape intraoral cameras through SILADENT's cooperation with Straumann for complete digital workflow solutions.
- al dente Dentalprodukte GmbHcore100% subsidiary of SILADENT parent ERNST HINRICHS group since January 2019. al dente produces dental waxes and polymerization/thermoforming products in Horgenzell near Ravensburg. Continues as independent brand while sharing synergies in purchasing and production.
- ERNST HINRICHS DentalcoreParent company group (Unternehmensgruppe) with 2 northern German production sites. One of Europe's leading providers of dental plasters, duplicating masses, investment materials, and blasting/polishing media. Includes SILADENT, al dente, and ERNST HINRICHS Dental.
- OSG GmbHsupportingCutting tool partner for Sinterdays workshops, providing milling and cutting solutions as part of complete dental manufacturing workflow.
- Dentallabor EpperssupportingPartner dental laboratory hosting Sinterdays events, providing practical demonstrations of Lasermelting workflow in real laboratory settings.
- xDEPOTsupportingDental depot partner for Sinterdays events, supporting product distribution and logistics.
- PRINOA DentalsupportingPartner for Sinterdays workshops, contributing to the complete digital workflow demonstration events.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
SILADENT competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Amann Girrbach: Austria-based supplier of dental CAD/CAM equipment, milling machines, materials, and digital workflow software to dental laboratories. Directly comparable to SILADENT in product mix (mills, scanners, materials) and customer base (European dental labs).
- Zirkonzahn: Italian dental CAD/CAM manufacturer known for its 5-axis milling machines and zirconia workflow. Comparable to SILADENT in offering milling hardware plus materials to dental labs, with a strong identity in zirconia-based prosthetics similar to SILADENT's Zirkon BioStar line.
- BEGO: German dental alloys, ceramics, and equipment manufacturer serving dental labs and practices. Directly comparable to SILADENT as a German dental materials supplier that has expanded into digital workflows and 3D printing.
- VITA Zahnfabrik: German manufacturer of dental ceramics, zirconia, milling materials, and CAD/CAM solutions. Comparable to SILADENT in materials focus and German mid-market positioning, with overlapping prosthetic fabrication offerings.
- Ivoclar: Liechtenstein-based dental materials and equipment company covering prosthetics, CAD/CAM, and direct restoration workflows. Comparable to SILADENT in serving both dental labs and practices with integrated materials and digital workflow solutions.
- Kulzer (Mitsui Chemicals Group): German dental materials and digital workflow provider (part of Mitsui Chemicals) offering composites, alloys, and 3D printing resins to dental labs and practices. Directly comparable to SILADENT's materials and digital consumables portfolio.
- Schütz Dental: German dental materials and equipment supplier with a full portfolio including alloys, zirconia, CAD/CAM, and 3D printing. Closely comparable to SILADENT as a mid-sized German dental lab supplier with both analog and digital offerings.
- 3Shape: Danish digital dentistry company specializing in intraoral scanners, CAD software, and lab scanning solutions. Comparable to SILADENT's digital workflow push, including partnerships with Straumann and a strong lab-focused software portfolio.
- exocad: German dental CAD software vendor (part of Align Technology) whose DentalCAD platform SILADENT distributes and supports. Highly comparable given the commercial overlap and shared customer base among dental labs.
Broad incumbents
- Dentsply Sirona: Global dental equipment and consumables giant with a broad portfolio spanning imaging, CAD/CAM, instruments, and lab materials. Comparable as a broad incumbent serving the same dental labs and practices with a much larger product breadth and scale.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
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SILADENT leadership team
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Profiles1 record
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Investors
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Frequently asked questions about SILADENT
What does SILADENT do?
SILADENT manufactures and distributes dental plasters, duplicating silicones, investment materials, alloys and CAD/CAM workflow products for dental laboratories and dental practices. Its digital offering spans proprietary SilaMill 5-axis milling machines, the TEK-1 one-piece telescope casting system, SilaPart CAD software, and exclusive European distribution of 2oneLab Lasermelting metal 3D printers alongside SprintRay resin 3D printing systems and exocad DentalCAD software. The company combines equipment, consumables, training (Sinterdays workshops, TEK-1 courses), and sustainability services such as gypsum and isopropanol recycling.
Is SILADENT a public or private company?
SILADENT is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was SILADENT founded?
SILADENT was founded in -1. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is SILADENT based?
SILADENT is headquartered in Goslar, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does SILADENT make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are software Licensing, consumables and Materials and training and Education.
Who are SILADENT's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Amann Girrbach, Zirkonzahn, BEGO, VITA Zahnfabrik, Ivoclar, Kulzer (Mitsui Chemicals Group), Schütz Dental, 3Shape and exocad. Dentsply Sirona is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does SILADENT have an API?
No public API is recorded for SILADENT.
What industry is SILADENT in?
SILADENT's product category is Dental Laboratory Equipment & Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLABAJAF, 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing for Dental Prosthetics, with a secondary code of HLABAJAE, CAD/CAM Digital Design & Milling Centers. Its NAICS code is 339116 and its SIC code is 3843.