MassChallenge

Enamel Pure is designed to assist dental patients in purifying and preserving more of their dental enamel, resulting in fewer cavities and reduced tooth erosion.

3D Orthobiologic Solutions is creating a 3D-printed scaffold that may be customized for healing and rebuilding bone in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Lura Health develops a non-invasive continuous health monitoring platform that uses saliva as a diagnostic fluid. The company integrates micro-sensors into orthodontic devices such as retainers, aligners, and brackets to continuously measure saliva analytes and securely transmit data to a smartphone app, enabling users to monitor oral health metrics and potentially support broader chronic disease management. Target markets include heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and tooth decay. Founded in 2017, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Phimentum enables general dentists without specialized training to offer braces to their patients. This opens a high-profit revenue stream for dentists and lowering cost and geographic barriers for patients.

US Sleep Apnea aims to combat the increasing Sleep Apnea pandemic by enlisting the help of dentists. Sleep apnea is a developing problem that will kill 48 million individuals prematurely. Dentists are perfectly positioned to solve this need; but, because this is the only medical service a dentist can provide, operational inefficiencies and expensive start-up costs have kept the majority of dentists from delivering care. The US Sleep Apnea platform provides dentists with a digital solution that automates every touchpoint in the patient experience and dramatically saves front office expenditures.

Founded in 2014, Cloud Dentistry operates a cloud-based platform that enables dental offices to connect with dental staff in real-time. Its digital platform and mobile application facilitate messaging, booking of professionals on demand, hiring services, submission of patient histories and x-rays, and direct communication with specialists.

Every day more than 1 million implants are placed into human and animal bodies using open surgery. Lumigbo has developed a technology to build up implants inside the body using an access channel of less than half a millimeter in diameter. The procedure can be used for almost any type of implant. We have developed minimally viable prototypes for neurovascular, orthopedic and dental applications. Currently, we are improving our prototypes and expect to close round A in the third quarter of 2018.

Purple Dental is a Boston-based medical device startup founded in 2017, focused on enhancing the dental experience through innovative design. The company's flagship product, Tori, is a tooth isolation and moisture control device that simplifies dental procedures. Tori is designed to make dental treatments faster, safer, and more comfortable, with a particular emphasis on pediatric dentistry. The device effectively isolates the treatment area, protecting soft tissue and catering to the needs of dental professionals while prioritizing patient comfort. By bridging the gap between clinical requirements and patient experience, Purple Dental aims to create safer and more enjoyable dental visits for children.

People of any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment. Teeth that are crooked, crowded, or that stick out affect the way your teeth look and work. These changes improve not only the look of your smile, but the health and longevity of your teeth. A referral from your general dentist is not required to be seen at our office, however they are welcomed. Their practice consists of young children, adolescence and adult patients. They feel privliged to have the opportunity to get to know them while they help shape their smile and improve their lives. In general, orthodontic treatment time ranges from 18-24 months. The actual time can depend on the growth of your mouth and face, your cooperation in your treatment, and the severity of the problem.

uSonik is designed to clean all your teeth in seconds.

Virtudent, Inc. is a Boston-based company established in 2014 that specializes in providing dental services directly to workplaces. The company focuses on delivering basic preventative dental care, including cleanings, X-rays, dental sealants, and fluoride varnish applications. By utilizing a teledentistry platform, Virtudent aims to transform dental healthcare delivery through a scalable model that emphasizes accessibility and patient-centered care. Their mission is to ensure high-quality oral healthcare is seamlessly integrated into the daily lives of employees, making dental services more convenient and effective.

DCDI changes the uncomfortable and time consuming current dentures impression technique, which is a major pain and involves physical elastic impression materials, proposing a quick and elegant optical solution. This is a unique solution for a multi-billion $ market.