Mikrona Group AG, a leading Swiss manufacturer, service provider, and distributor of orthodontic products and equipment, has acquired Dental Axess AG, a specialist in digital dentistry operating in Switzerland. Mikrona Group is part of Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG, which is managed by Winterberg Advisory GmbH.

Schlieren, Switzerland – March 2025

Mikrona Group AG has successfully completed the acquisition of Dental Axess AG, thereby strengthening its position in the field of digital dentistry. The product portfolio of Dental Axess AG includes state-ofthe- art CAD/CAM products, intraoral scanners, 3D printers, X-ray devices, and software solutions. These technologies have significantly driven the digital transformation in dental practices and laboratories and continuously to gain market share.

With the acquisition, the service and distribution business of Dental Axess in Switzerland will be separated from Dental Axess Holding AG. This strategic move allows the Dental Axess Group to concentrate on its core mission of developing seamless digital workflows and proprietary software solutions for the dental industry while maintaining its distribution business outside of Switzerland.

Fabio Fagagnini, CEO of Mikrona Group and Healthcare Holding Schweiz, emphasizes the importance of this step: “We are very proud to announce the successful acquisition of Dental Axess AG. Since 1959, Mikrona Group has been synonymous with the production and distribution of innovative products, and this strategic step strengthens our commitment to digitalization in dentistry. The advanced technologies and solutions of Dental Axess are groundbreaking in the industry. We are confident that this acquisition will allow us to further support doctors and patients in Switzerland and across Europe with the best and most innovative products.”

Daniel Uebersax will continue to serve as Managing Director of Dental Axess AG and has acquired a stake in Healthcare Holding Schweiz as part of the transaction: “I am very excited about this new chapter in our rapid development. Healthcare Holding Schweiz and Mikrona Group provide the ideal environment for our team to continue growing. We can now fully focus on the service and distribution of our products.

Personally, I am especially pleased to join a group of entrepreneurs as an entrepreneur myself and benefit from the mutual exchange of experience from various fields of medical technology.”

Per Claesson, CEO and co-founder of Dental Axess, adds: “Mikrona Group was our preferred candidate for our distribution business in Switzerland. We are absolutely confident that this transaction will significantly enhance the success of Dental Axess. This agreement allows us to focus on the continued development and global distribution of our innovative digital workflow solutions. Moreover, we maintain our commitment to providing exceptional support for our customers worldwide. This acquisition marks an important step in strengthening our position in the market and ensuring the long-term success of both companies. We are very pleased to have Dental Axess AG as a strong distribution partner in Switzerland by our side.”

About Dental Axess AG

Dental Axess AG, based in Zurich, is a leading provider of digital solutions in dentistry. The company distributes both the workflow and planning software of Dental Axess Holding AG as well as a comprehensive product portfolio of CAD/CAM products, intraoral scanners, 3D printers, thermoforming machines, cutting and milling machines, and X-ray devices. A steadily growing number of dental technicians, dentists, and specialists in Switzerland rely on the expert advice and service of Dental Axess AG.

About Mikrona Group AG

Mikrona Group AG, based in Schlieren, Switzerland, has been a leading provider of innovative solutions for orthodontists and dentists since 1959. The group unites the brands Mikrona and Ortho Walker, representing Swiss quality, innovation, and reliability. Mikrona is known for its state-of-the-art treatment units, which are regarded as the most innovative and high-quality in orthodontics across Europe.

Through the acquisition of Ortho Walker, the group also distributes high-quality orthodontic products from almost all proven brand manufacturers and is by far the market leader in Switzerland. In addition, it has been offering an extensive training and continuing education program for orthodontists for many years.

About Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG

Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG is a “Buy, Build & Technologize” platform and a leading provider of medical technology products and services in Switzerland. The company group is based in Baar and pursues an ambitious growth strategy through acquisitions, often in the context of succession arrangements, partnerships, and organic growth. Healthcare Holding Schweiz and its group companies are committed to the highest standards of innovation and customer satisfaction. The group consistently leverages technology to make business processes safer and more efficient. As a market leader, the company sets new standards for the industry and offers employees attractive development opportunities. The whole management team holds shares in Healthcare Holding Schweiz, thus forming a dynamic community of entrepreneurs. Since 2024, the group has been led by CEO Fabio Fagagnini.

About Winterberg Advisory GmbH and Winterberg Group AG

Winterberg Group AG, based in Zug, operates as an independent family office for its founders. Winterberg mainly invests in SMEs in the German-speaking region, and selectively considers investments in startups and real estate. Winterberg Advisory GmbH is a general partner and fund manager regulated by the German BaFin. Winterberg Advisory has launched numerous private equity funds and is invested in Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG through its funds Winterberg Investment VIII and Winterberg Investment IX. The two Partners and Executive Directors, Fabian Kröher and Florian Brickenstein, manage Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG via its board of directors.

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For more information about Dental Axess AG, visit www.dentalaxess.com

For more information about Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG, visit www.healthcare-holding.ch

For more information about the portfolio companies of Healthcare Holding, visit www.senectovia.ch,
www.winthermedical.ch, www.mikrona.ch, www.orthowalker.ch, www.mcm-medsys.ch, www.naropa-reha.ch, www.mvb-med.ch

This press release is issued and distributed by Winterberg Advisory GmbH on behalf of Healthcare Holding Schweiz AG.