Dental tech startup toothsi’s parent makeO has signed an agreement to acquire Singapore-based oral care brand Zenyum for an undisclosed amount. Once materialised, the deal will position toothsi as a pan-Asian player in clear aligners, orthodontics, and oral care. As part of the deal, Zenyum will become a subsidiary of makeO, with group headquarters based out of Mumbai. However, the transaction is still subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. While makeO cofounder Arpi Mehta will continue as the group CEO, Zenyum cofounder Julian Artopé will remain the Singapore-based entity’s chief executive. Zenyum’s Southeast and North Asia operations will continue to be run from Singapore. In a statement, the homegrown startup said that the combined entity will operate across 10 countries, including India, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE. makeO also said that the combined entity will leverage economies of scale and supply-chain efficiencies to roll out competitive pricing, faster turnaround times, and expanded financing options for patients. The Mumbai-based startup also said that its in-house clinical and treatment planning teams will support Zenyum’s operations to improve treatment outcomes, speed up delivery timelines and expand product offerings. “This acquisition is a milestone… Read MoreInc42 Media
