3M acquires Imtec

3M acquires Imtec

By DrBicuspid Staff

July 3, 2008 -- 3M has completed its acquisition of Imtec, a manufacturer of dental implants and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning equipment, 3M announced.

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"This acquisition gives 3M ESPE access to two of the fastest-growing segments in the dental industry and enables a digital 'total restorative' approach with more options than ever, including Imtec implants, 3M ESPE Lava crowns, and 3M's advanced digital workflow solutions," stated a 3M press release.