PDS Health and Dentsply Sirona announced that PDS Health practices have surpassed five million CEREC chairside restorations, a milestone that underscores the scale and consistency of digital restorative workflows across supported practices nationwide. This achievement highlights the extensive adoption of chairside CAD/CAM technology, with more than 1,200 CEREC systems installed across PDS Health practices. The integration of these digital workflows supports efficient, high-quality restorative care at scale.

Stephen E. Thorne IV, Founder and CEO of PDS Health, stated that the milestone represents millions of patients receiving care without unnecessary delays or additional appointments. He emphasized that the achievement reflects decades of investment in advanced technologies, clinical excellence, and support systems designed to help clinicians deliver more efficient and precise care.

Through its collaboration with Dentsply Sirona, PDS Health has expanded the use of digital dentistry solutions to support clinical decision-making and streamline restorative workflows. This integration enables same-day treatment capabilities, allowing many patients to receive permanent restorations in a single appointment. The approach reduces the need for temporary restorations and helps patients return to their normal routines sooner.

Mark Bezjak, Group Vice President, Americas at Dentsply Sirona, noted that reaching five million restorations demonstrates the impact of sustained digital adoption at scale. He highlighted the shared commitment to equipping clinicians with connected technologies that improve workflow efficiency and enhance the patient experience.

The widespread integration of CEREC technology has enabled greater efficiency and consistency in restorative care delivery. It supports predictable outcomes through digital workflows and provides a more connected experience for patients. This milestone underscores the growing role of digital dentistry in delivering scalable, high-quality care.

Dentsply Sirona Inc. has appointed John Fortson as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 20. The leadership change comes as the company advances its Return-to-Growth Action Plan. Fortson brings over 25 years of experience in finance, operations, and strategy across public and private equity-backed companies.

Appointment Details

John Fortson will assume the responsibilities of EVP and CFO starting July 20. The appointment was announced by President and CEO Dan Scavilla, who highlighted Fortson's rare combination of public company CFO experience and CEO perspective. Fortson joins Dentsply Sirona from Kymera International, where he served as President and CFO.

Professional Background

Prior to Kymera, Fortson spent nearly a decade at Ingevity Corporation, serving first as CFO and later as President, CEO, and board member. He led the company's separation from WestRock and established a robust capital structure. Earlier in his career, he served as CFO of AAR Corp., where he executed a portfolio transformation and returned over $150 million to shareholders. Fortson also spent 15 years in investment banking at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and served as an officer in the U.S. Army for seven years.

Company Profile

Dentsply Sirona Inc. operates as the world's largest diversified manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies. The company is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol XRAY and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.