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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