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Dentsply Sirona Expands U.S. Digital Dentistry Reach With Midwest Deal
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Key Takeaways
Dentsply Sirona expands its Midwest Dental agreement to offer its technology portfolio from Nov. 1, 2026.
The deal widens access to digital dentistry solutions through Midwest Dental's sales and technical network.
XRAY's seventh North American dealer enhancement in 2026 aims to grow commercial reach and digital adoption.
Dentsply Sirona (XRAY - Free Report) recently announced expansion of its U.S. commercial reach through an enhanced distribution agreement with Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply. Effective Nov. 1, 2026, the distributor will be offering Dentsply Sirona’s technology portfolio in the United States, extending a relationship that has primarily focused on consumables. The agreement marks the company’s seventh North American dealer partnership enhancement announced this year.
Per management, the expanded partnership will extend access to Dentsply Sirona’s connected technology ecosystem through Midwest Dental’s established customer relationships and local expertise. The collaboration is designed to help dental practices improve efficiency, simplify workflows and support long-term growth.
XRAY Stock Trend Following the News
XRAY stock has gained 3.6% since the announcement on Tuesday. Year to date, the stock fell 22.8% against the industry’s 6% growth and the S&P 500’s 14.6% rise.
The expanded distribution network could create additional sales opportunities for Dentsply Sirona by putting its digital dentistry products in front of a broader customer base. Access to Midwest Dental’s established customer relationships and local technical support may help reduce barriers to purchasing and adopting advanced dental equipment. If these efforts translate into stronger demand for XRAY’s digital dentistry products, they could support growth in the company’s technology business, although the deal’s financial contribution has not been disclosed.
XRAY currently has a market capitalization of $1.76 billion.
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The expanded agreement will provide dental professionals with greater access to Dentsply Sirona’s digital dentistry solutions through Midwest Dental’s established network of sales representatives, service technicians and technical specialists. Midwest Dental is the largest independent, family-owned dental distributor in the Southern United States, serving dental professionals nationwide. Its sales, service and technical teams operate across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arkansas.
Dentsply Sirona’s other distribution developments include new technology distribution agreements with Benco Dental Supply Co., The Burkhart Dental Supply Co., Nashville Dental, Inc., The Atlanta Dental Supply Company and Medline Sinclair, alongside a renewed partnership with Patterson Dental.
Through these distribution initiatives, Dentsply Sirona is working to strengthen its commercial reach, improve access to its connected technology portfolio and accelerate adoption of its digital dentistry solutions across major North American markets.
Industry Prospects Favoring the Market
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global digital dentistry market is projected to grow from $5.47 billion in 2026 and is projected to witness a CAGR of 9.3% through 2034.
Factors like the rising demand for cosmetic dentistry, technological advancements and the increasing prevalence of dental disorders are supporting market growth.
Other News
Recently, Dentsply Sirona’s subsidiary Wellspect HealthCare announced that its Surity Urinary Management System and male and female external catheters may qualify for traditional U.S. Medicare coverage for eligible patients when medically necessary. The reimbursement access aims to reduce barriers to non-invasive urinary incontinence management, expanding patient choice and supporting comfortable, discreet at-home care.
Currently, Dentsply Sirona carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
Some better-ranked stocks from the broader medical space are OPKO Health (OPK - Free Report) , Globus Medical (GMED - Free Report) and Merit Medical Systems (MMSI - Free Report) .
OPKO Health, currently flaunting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reported a second-quarter 2026 adjusted loss of 1 cent per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 87.5%. Revenues of $163.6 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 24.7%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
OPK has an estimated earnings growth rate of 23.3% for 2026. The company’s earnings beat estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 95.1%.
Globus Medical, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reported a second-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.34, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 19.6%. Revenues of $789.6 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.4%.
GMED has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 12.4%. The company’s earnings beat estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 27.9%.
Merit Medical Systems, carrying a Zacks Rank #2 at present, reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.19, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 23.9%. Revenues of $418.8 million surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.5%.
MMSI has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 10.4%. MMSI’s earnings surpassed estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 14.1%.
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Dentsply Sirona Expands U.S. Digital Dentistry Reach With Midwest Deal
Key Takeaways
Dentsply Sirona (XRAY - Free Report) recently announced expansion of its U.S. commercial reach through an enhanced distribution agreement with Midwest Dental Equipment & Supply. Effective Nov. 1, 2026, the distributor will be offering Dentsply Sirona’s technology portfolio in the United States, extending a relationship that has primarily focused on consumables. The agreement marks the company’s seventh North American dealer partnership enhancement announced this year.
Per management, the expanded partnership will extend access to Dentsply Sirona’s connected technology ecosystem through Midwest Dental’s established customer relationships and local expertise. The collaboration is designed to help dental practices improve efficiency, simplify workflows and support long-term growth.
XRAY Stock Trend Following the News
XRAY stock has gained 3.6% since the announcement on Tuesday. Year to date, the stock fell 22.8% against the industry’s 6% growth and the S&P 500’s 14.6% rise.
The expanded distribution network could create additional sales opportunities for Dentsply Sirona by putting its digital dentistry products in front of a broader customer base. Access to Midwest Dental’s established customer relationships and local technical support may help reduce barriers to purchasing and adopting advanced dental equipment. If these efforts translate into stronger demand for XRAY’s digital dentistry products, they could support growth in the company’s technology business, although the deal’s financial contribution has not been disclosed.
XRAY currently has a market capitalization of $1.76 billion.
Image Source: Zacks Investment Research
More on the News
The expanded agreement will provide dental professionals with greater access to Dentsply Sirona’s digital dentistry solutions through Midwest Dental’s established network of sales representatives, service technicians and technical specialists. Midwest Dental is the largest independent, family-owned dental distributor in the Southern United States, serving dental professionals nationwide. Its sales, service and technical teams operate across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arkansas.
Dentsply Sirona’s other distribution developments include new technology distribution agreements with Benco Dental Supply Co., The Burkhart Dental Supply Co., Nashville Dental, Inc., The Atlanta Dental Supply Company and Medline Sinclair, alongside a renewed partnership with Patterson Dental.
Through these distribution initiatives, Dentsply Sirona is working to strengthen its commercial reach, improve access to its connected technology portfolio and accelerate adoption of its digital dentistry solutions across major North American markets.
Industry Prospects Favoring the Market
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global digital dentistry market is projected to grow from $5.47 billion in 2026 and is projected to witness a CAGR of 9.3% through 2034.
Factors like the rising demand for cosmetic dentistry, technological advancements and the increasing prevalence of dental disorders are supporting market growth.
Other News
Recently, Dentsply Sirona’s subsidiary Wellspect HealthCare announced that its Surity Urinary Management System and male and female external catheters may qualify for traditional U.S. Medicare coverage for eligible patients when medically necessary. The reimbursement access aims to reduce barriers to non-invasive urinary incontinence management, expanding patient choice and supporting comfortable, discreet at-home care.
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XRAY’s Zacks Rank & Key Picks
Currently, Dentsply Sirona carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
Some better-ranked stocks from the broader medical space are OPKO Health (OPK - Free Report) , Globus Medical (GMED - Free Report) and Merit Medical Systems (MMSI - Free Report) .
OPKO Health, currently flaunting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reported a second-quarter 2026 adjusted loss of 1 cent per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 87.5%. Revenues of $163.6 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 24.7%. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
OPK has an estimated earnings growth rate of 23.3% for 2026. The company’s earnings beat estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 95.1%.
Globus Medical, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reported a second-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.34, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 19.6%. Revenues of $789.6 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.4%.
GMED has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 12.4%. The company’s earnings beat estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 27.9%.
Merit Medical Systems, carrying a Zacks Rank #2 at present, reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.19, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 23.9%. Revenues of $418.8 million surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.5%.
MMSI has an estimated long-term earnings growth rate of 10.4%. MMSI’s earnings surpassed estimates in the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 14.1%.