ReDent develops breakthrough technologies in the field of Medical devices. ReDent’s first product is the SAF – a Self Adjustable File, which is an innovative device for the dental market providing better performance and cost effectiveness in Root Canal Treatments (RCT).
The objective of root canal treatment is to remove the tooth’s pulp, clean, disinfect and shape the root canal. Today, Root Canal Treatments require a series of metal files varying in width, strength and diameter. The consecutive utilization of the files required for completing the treatment, their geometry and mechanical capabilities, result in a time consuming procedure that does not always guarantee the complete cleaning, disinfecting and removal of tooth’s pulp, leading to RCT failure.
RCT failure means recurring infection and the need to renew the RCT or even extract the tooth. Current file design presents risks of damage to the root, which might result in additional correction costs or tooth loss.
The Problem
SAF offers the best solution to the current tedious and time consuming procedure. An advanced file capable of cleaning and shaping the root canal completely, saving time and completing the treatment at a higher level of quality compared to any of its competitors.
The utilization of SAF in Root Canal Treatments will save up to 50% of the dentists’ treatment time and reduce recurring treatments and tooth extraction significantly.
Market Potential
The annual number of treatments in US market alone, is 25 million RCT.
Technology (product) Description
The SAF concept proposes to follow the shape of the root canal, enlarging it to greater a dimension while maintaining its original shape. This concept fits any root canal shape, even the trickiest canal, with a tear shaped cross section and will maintain its original shape. The SAF is based on a state-of-the-art memory shape and super elastic technology combined with patented coating procedures.
SAF presents unmatched advantages:
- Higher treatment success rate & reduction in treatment time
- Only one file per tooth & easy operation
- Constant flow of antiseptic liquid & irrigation
- Higher durability & strength
- Very short learning curve
- Reduction of overall treatment costs
- Safe for use - i.e., always extractable
The Team
- Ofer Shalev, M.B.A - CEO. Ofer has over 20 years experience, holding senior positions in the hi-tech sector. Prior to joining Redent-Nova, Ofer was VP of Sales at LeadCom, an international leader in telecommunications deployment services, CEO of LetMeKnow, a technology start up in the IT/Mobile market, and VP of Operations at Bank of Jerusalem , among others. Ofer holds a MBA from University of Edinburgh.
- Rephael Hof, M.Sc. Engineering - CTO & Co. Founder. An expert in analytical design, opto-mechanics and Mems-mechanism, Rephael held senior positions in several medical hi-tech companies, including: VersaMed, a leading medical systems provider, Lumenis, award-winning global leader in medical and aesthetic lasers and light-based technology, Bypass, a technology startup developing anastomotic devices and the Israeli Defense Forces, among others. Rephael holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Tel Aviv University, a B.A. in Physics from Tel Aviv University, a M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the Technion, Israeli Institute of Technology, Haifa. In addition to his academic achievement and professional record, Rephael was involved in many research activities for the medical devices industry, published numerous articles and holds a great number of patents in his fields of expertise.
- Dr. Ehud Teperovich, (D.M.D.) -Co. Founder. Ehud has vast experience in many fields, including restorative dentistry, implants and endodontics, and is a Member of the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and a Lecturer and instructor in Restorative Dentistry at the Dental School, Hebrew University, Jerusalem. Ehud holds a D.M.D, Dental Surgeon from the Hadassah Dental School, Hebrew university, Jerusalem, with further studies in Oral Implantology Surgery and Prosthetics. He maintains a private practice in Ra’anana, Israel.
Competition
Dentsply, Sybron Dental, Miltex, Guidance.
Company Status
The company is starting the clinical and regulation phase.
The company got CE mark and completed successful treatments with more than 100 patients.
The company raised 3.3 million USD in the last round.
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