Ultradent opens branch office in Japan

Dec. 20, 2006
Ultradent Japan is one of the first manufacturers to provide tooth whitening products to professional dental offices in Japan.

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah--Ultradent Products, Inc., a manufacturer of dental materials, devices and instruments, has made a long-term commitment to Japanese customers by opening a branch office in Tokyo.

Ultradent Japan, K.K., has more than 140 products, including Ultradent's flagship tooth whitening product, Opalescence 10%. Ultradent Japan is one of the first manufacturers to provide tooth whitening products to professional dental offices in Japan. In addition, Ultradent Japan is equipped with an experienced managerial staff, local sales representatives and a qualified network of distributors.

Hiroyuki Tatewaki, an industry veteran, was named general manager of Ultradent Japan.

"Hiro has over 30 years of experience in both the electronic and medical industry," said Shaun Stirland, Director of International Sales for Ultradent Products, Inc. "Hiro's experience combined with a qualified staff of professionals and Ultradent's excellent reputation for quality and support will prove invaluable to our Japanese customers."

Ultradent Japan's sales and marketing team will be directly involved in developing new business opportunities and expanding Ultradent's customer relations in Japan. The office will address community needs in maintaining the corporate office philosophy of minimally invasive dentistry.

For more information about Ultradent Japan, visit www.ultradent.japan.jp.