Implanting Innovation
by Danielle Anderson
Every student has heard the story of George Washington and his wooden teeth . And while his set of dentures were actually made from a combination of lead , ivory , gold and even human teeth , the mythology around the Founding Father ’ s dental work highlights how far technology and innovation have advanced dentistry and led to the growth of an entire industry devoted to dental health .
One such company leading the way is TECHFIT Digital Surgery , and the technology is a game changer according to founder Mauricio Toro .
Focusing on musculoskeletal issues , the Colombia-based company offers custom orthopedic 3D medical devices , along with a product line of 3D custom cranial and
University of Central Florida / Volusia County Business Incubator in Daytona Beach via the Soft Landing program , TECHFIT ’ s manufacturing operation found their own perfect fit at Embry- Riddle Aeronautical University ’ s MicaPlex . With great success over the past several years , TECHFIT is now in the latest stages of obtaining ISO 13485 certification for the facility .
“ Business-wise , we have greatly strengthened our capabilities in Volusia County and have grown our team to seven people ,” said Toro , who has active distribution in six countries to date . He said the company recently received clearance from the U . S . Food and Drug Administration for their mandibular reconstruction solutions , which allows the company to begin selling its products in the United States .
TECHFIT ’ s innovative approach to healthcare goes beyond the
Mauricio Toro maxillofacial reconstructive device options . Expanding to the United States through the standard operating procedures . It ’ s customized healthcare for each individual patient .
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