Launched in 1985, the DEFEND brand, by Mydent International, has grown into a global leader serving over 45 countries in the manufacturing of high quality infection control products, disposables, preventatives, impression material systems, rotary instruments and restoratives. With over 30 years of reliable service to the healthcare industry, Mydent International manufactures more than 50 percent of consumables used in the dental operatory and a large percentage in other healthcare industries.