CHANGZHOU, China: The Chinese dental supply company Eighteeth has acquired ZHEAN Healthcare, an innovative Chinese manufacturer specialising in the research and development, production and sales of digital dental diagnosis and treatment equipment and intelligent solutions. It is especially known for its HELIOS series of intra-oral scanners, which can be used in many clinical applications, such as dental restorations, orthodontics and dental implants. The acquisition will facilitate entry of ZHEAN Healthcare products to the global market owing to Eighteeth’s brand advantages.