Laxmi Dental to acquire majority stake in AI Dent, to expand AI capabilities in digital dentistry

Mumbai, August 04, 2025: Laxmi Dental Limited, a dental products company, announced that its Board of Directors has approved an investment in IDBG AI Dent Global Private Limited (“AI Dent”), a Gujarat-based healthcare technology company focused on artificial intelligence applications in dentistry.

Upon completion, Laxmi Dental Limited will hold 58% of the capital in AI Dent. The objective of the acquisition is to strengthen the company’s research and development and expand its technology offerings. The move also supports India’s efforts to promote domestic manufacturing and self-reliance under the 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.

AI is becoming a foundational technology in dentistry across the world. From diagnostics to treatment planning, AI tools are improving decision-making and clinical outcomes. Through this investment, Laxmi Dental aims to build local capability in AI for dental care, enabling dentists to adopt faster, data-driven processes while reducing procedural complexity for patients. The focus is on creating systems that support dentists in delivering consistent care, providing patients with improved access, accuracy, and clarity in diagnosis and treatment.

Commenting on the acquisition, Rajesh Khakhar, Chairperson & Whole-Time Director of Laxmi Dental Limited, said, "AI is the next phase of evolution in dentistry." It is shaping how care is delivered in clinics worldwide. Our investment in AI Dent is designed to bring that shift closer to Indian dentists and patients. We are focused on building tools that assist dentists in their work, making dental visits more straightforward and understandable for patients. This is not only about digital adoption, but also about preparing dentists for the future and enhancing the experience for every patient who seeks care. We see this as a step toward building capability in India and leading AI-driven dentistry globally.

Dr. Ishan Dhruva, Founder & Director, AI Dent, said Laxmi Dental’s investment marks a decisive step toward transforming digital dentistry in India. At AI Dent, we combine dental expertise, advanced AI learning, and cloud technology to deliver high-quality diagnostics to everyone, anytime, anywhere. This partnership strengthens our ability to equip dentists with cutting-edge tools and improve patient care. Let’s upgrade to AI dentistry with AI Dent.

AI Dent is developing AI-based dental imaging and diagnostic tools, including software for image analysis and X-ray interpretation.

About Laxmi Dental Limited

Established in 2004, Laxmi Dental Limited began as a dental laboratory in Mumbai. Mr. Rajesh Khakhar founded the company with the aim of making dental products and services more accessible to clinicians in India.

Laxmi Dental has since evolved into a global organisation with over 2,300 employees and operations in more than 90 countries. The company's expansion accelerated with the appointment of Mr. Sameer Merchant as CEO, under whose leadership the company has focused on digital dentistry and orthodontic systems, including the development of Illusion Aligners.

Laxmi Dental supports the dental community by offering products, services, and educational programs intended to improve clinical performance and procedural accuracy. The company continues to invest in technology and workforce development to maintain its position in the dental technology space.

Laxmi Dental’s approach is centred on enabling dental professionals, sharing developments across the sector, and maintaining a consistent standard in the quality of dental products and support services. Its initiatives are directed at contributing to the advancement of dental practitioners and the wider healthcare ecosystem.

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