AdDent, Inc. - Innovative Dental Diagnostic and Restorative Device Manufacturer

Company Overview (Updated 2026)

AdDent, Inc. is a dental device manufacturer headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, USA. Founded by Dr. Joshua Friedman, an inventive engineer and renowned dentist, the company is dedicated to "Advancing Dentistry" through the development of high-quality, solution-based dental products serving dentists worldwide. Dr. Friedman is also recognized as the creator of the Demetron Curing Light. AdDent maintains a 6,500-square-foot manufacturing and R&D facility in Danbury, where products are designed, developed, and produced.

Corporate Information:

- Full Name: AdDent, Inc.

- Founder & President: Dr. Joshua Friedman

- Headquarters: Danbury, Connecticut, USA

- Manufacturing Facility: 6,500 sq. ft. in Danbury, Connecticut

- Company Type: Private company

- Industry: Dental Medical Devices / Restorative and Diagnostic Dentistry

- Tagline: "Advancing Dentistry"

Quality Certifications:

- ISO 9001 certified

- ISO 13485 compliant (globally recognized quality standard for medical devices)

- Products are FDA cleared and Made in the U.S.A.

Sales Network:

- Over 22 sales representatives located throughout the United States and overseas

- Products distributed through major dental dealers including Henry Schein, Practicon, Clinical Research Dental, Scott's Dental Supply, Prestige Dental Products, and Supply Clinic

- International distribution partnerships including J. Morita (Japan and Far East markets)

Product Portfolio

Composite Warming Systems (Flagship Category)

Calset™ Composite Warmer:

- AC-powered composite warming device that gently warms composite compules or syringes and maintains constant temperature

- Three temperature settings: 98°F (37°C), 130°F (54°C), or 155°F (68°C)

- Interchangeable trays to adapt to various clinical protocols

- Also warms anesthetic cartridges and porcelain veneers

- Benefits: Improves composite flow by 68%, shortens curing time by over 80%, reduces microleakage, decreases shrinkage stress, improves physical properties, increases degree of cure

Calset MultiPRO Tray:

- Accommodates up to 3 composite dispensers simultaneously

- Features slots for 4 additional compules and 2 warmed finishing instruments

- Designed for bulk-fill restorations and injection-molded restorations

Calset 7-Hole Syringe Composite Tray:

- Holds up to seven composite syringes vertically (max. ⅝" diameter)

- Durable black ceramic coating

Calset 8 Compule Tray:

- Warms 8 composite compules simultaneously

Compex HD™ Heated Composite Dispenser:

- All-in-one, lightweight, heated dispenser that saves space and easily moves from room to room

- Heats composite compules to 155°F in 40 seconds

- Cordless and rechargeable; one charge heats approximately 100 compules

- Fast compule heating, insertion and ejection saves time

- Infection control via autoclavable silicone sleeves and disposable barrier bags

- Featured in Dental Economics magazine (March 2024) as "the smartphone of composite dispensers"

Diagnostic & Examination Systems

Microlux™ / Microlux 2 Transilluminator:

- Battery-operated, portable LED transilluminator for enhanced visualization

- Detects anterior and posterior caries, crown fractures, root canal orifices, root fractures

- Microlux 2 features dual intensity technology with easy push-button operation

- Low battery level indicator and voltage regulator for constant light output

- Uses 2 AAA batteries; ergonomic anti-roll design

- Awarded Reality 5 Star Award

- Distributed by J. Morita in Far East markets

Microlux DW (Dual Wavelength):

- Uses dual wavelengths for caries, calculus, cracks, bacteria, plaque and biofilm detection

- White light transillumination and blue light fluorescence

Microlux Mini:

- Compact and powerful diagnostic light for enhanced visualization during dental exams

- Ideal for detecting caries, cracks and calculus using white light transillumination

Bio/Screen Oral Exam Light:

- Oral cancer screening device allowing practitioners to detect lesions and abnormalities

- Available with magnifying eyepiece for closer view of oral cavity tissue

CarieScan PRO (FDA 510(k) Cleared Q3 2024):

- Portable device utilizing AC impedance spectroscopy for early caries detection

- FDA 510(k) clearance received in Q3 2024, paving the way for U.S. market entry

Positions AdDent in the electronic caries monitor (ECM) market alongside competitors like KaVo (DIAGNOdent), Acteon (SoproLife), and Quantum Dental Technologies (Canary System)

Restorative & Shade Matching Instruments

Rite-Lite 2 / Rite-Lite PRO™ Shade Matching Light:

- LED shade matching unit delivering accurate shade assessment

- Advanced multispectral LED technology simulating natural daylight

- High CRI (Color Rendering Index) for precise color matching

CoMax Composite Dispenser:

- Patented ergonomic mechanism for comfortable handling

- Minimizes dispensing force needed to express heavily filled composites

- Made with high-tech plastic and stainless steel

- Received 5 Star Award from Reality Publishing

Trimax Composite Instrument:

- Designed to assist in ACHieving ideal proximal contact areas in light-cured posterior composite restorations

- Improves polymerization and reduces shrinkage

- Eliminates open contact areas

- Ideal anatomical form for premolar, molar and large molar restorations

Vac-Tak™ Veneer Placement Instrument:

- Streamlines veneer placement with tailored suction tips

- Microlux transilluminator compatibility for precise application

- Dual suction tips for optimal adaptability

Clinical & Regulatory Milestones

FDA 510(k) Clearance (2024)

CarieScan PRO (Q3 2024):

- Received FDA 510(k) clearance for portable AC impedance spectroscopy caries detection device

- Regulation: 21 CFR 872.4565 (Dental Caries Detection Device)

- Expands AdDent's diagnostic portfolio into electronic caries monitoring

Commercial Partnership (2025)

Aspen Dental Supply Agreement (Q1 2025):

- Signed multi-year supply agreement with Aspen Dental

- CarieScan PRO and other caries detection devices to be provided across Aspen's U.S. clinic network

- Significant commercial expansion into corporate dental practice segment

Leadership Team

Executive Management

Founder & President: Dr. Joshua Friedman

- Inventive engineer and renowned dentist

- Creator of the Demetron Curing Light

- Built career defined by innovation at the crossroads of dentistry and engineering

- Guides product development strategy and company vision

Far East Sales Manager: Mark Albanese

- Oversees international distribution partnerships including J. Morita

Market Context & Competitive Landscape

Key Competitors

- KaVo Dental: DIAGNOdent pen 2190 (laser fluorescence caries detection)

- Acteon Group: SoproLife 2 (fluorescence-based caries detection camera)

- Quantum Dental Technologies: Canary System (laser-based caries detection)

- Dentsply Sirona: SureSmile Caries Detection Module (AI-powered diagnostics)

- Ultradent Products: Composite warming and dispensing solutions

- 3M: Dental diagnostic and restorative materials

Competitive Differentiation

- Made in the U.S.A. manufacturing with strict quality control

- ISO 9001/13485 certified quality systems

- Calset ecosystem: Most comprehensive composite warming system with multiple interchangeable trays

- Compex HD innovation: Only cordless, on-demand heated composite dispenser on the market

- Dual-wavelength diagnostics: Microlux DW combines transillumination and fluorescence in one device

- Dealer-oriented model: Strong relationships with major dental distributors

Company Activities & Outreach

Educational & Community Initiatives

- Advancing Dentistry Podcast: Monthly dental podcast featuring interviews with key opinion leaders in the dental field (launched 2018)

- Veterans Day Dental Services: Participates in free dental service events for U.S. veterans

- CE Webinars: Offers continuing education webinars on composite warming benefits and clinical protocols

- Trade Show Participation: Regular exhibitor at major dental meetings including Chicago Midwinter Dental Meeting

Contact Information

Headquarters & Manufacturing

Address: AdDent, Inc., Danbury, Connecticut, USA
   Manufacturing & R&D Facility: 6,500 sq. ft. in Danbury, Connecticut
   Website: www.addent.com
   Email: info@addent.com
   Phone: (203) 778-0200
   Social Media: Twitter @addent_inc, Instagram @addent_inc, Facebook @AdvancingDentistry, LinkedIn AdDent, Inc.

International Distribution

J. Morita Corporation - Far East distribution partner for Microlux Transilluminator
   Pragodent - Czech Republic market participation

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