W&H | Dental products for dentistry

How do you set new standards in the dental industry? How do you foster a culture of innovation within a company? And how do you stay ahead of time? Dipl. Ing. Peter Malata shares his insights in this exclusive interview. Just before IDS 2025, we take a closer look at the latest developments at W&H. Since 1996, Peter Malata has led the medical technology company, which today has around 1,300 employees, three production sites, and 18 sales subsidiaries – exporting to 130 countries worldwide.

The new Lara XXL sterilizer impresses in everyday practice with its maximum capacity and minimal dimensions. With its 38-litre chamber, the device offers maximum space and is therefore the largest sterilizer from the medical technology manufacturer W&H. However, the new product not only impresses with its spaciousness, but also with its high loading flexibility, simple navigation and many other advantages.

The concept of using rotary instruments to cut hard materials dates back at least 6,000 years. Ancient humans were using hand-held lithic burs to cut through shells, bones and teeth employing a method involving low-speed rotation with high torque. Modern dental handpieces have significantly advanced this principle, enabling precise cuts into much harder materials such as dental ceramics.