With Kapil Dev as the first recipient, Dentalkart launches ApexKonnect with patented Technology, unveiled at a two-day scientific symposium with live demonstrations.
Dentalkart, a listed online marketplace for dental supplies in India has announced the launch of its flagship and patented ApexKonnect Dental Implant System at a grand inauguration ceremony in New Delhi. The event was attended by dignitaries from the dental fraternity, marking a historic moment with legendary cricketer and chief guest Kapil Dev, also becoming the first patient to receive the ApexKonnect implant.
The two-day event served as a platform for creating awareness about the ApexKonnect’s revolutionary design with a scientific symposium and training sessions designed for training clinicians, highlighting its clinical advantages. Dentalkart also showcased live demonstrations to highlight how ApexKonnect’s protocols reduce the need for multiple drills, enable immediate placements and significantly minimize post-operative discomfort, thereby transforming both the clinician’s experience and patient outcomes.
Elated with the launch, Vikas Aggarwal, Founder & CEO of Dentalkart said, “The launch of ApexKonnect reflects our commitment to advancing dental innovation and improving clinical practice. We are proud to bring a system that shortens surgical time, enhances stability and improves patient comfort with Minimal Invasion, lesser Bone healing time while also integrating seamlessly with digital workflows. Having Mr. Kapil Dev as our first patient makes this milestone even more special, reflecting trust in innovation born in India with global acceptance.”
Delighted with the unveiling of ApexKonnect, Dr. Ashish Kakar, the Inventor ApexKonnect said, “With great pride, I would like to share that ApexKonnect is the industry’s first dental implant system that includes novel and active design for primary stability. It boasts a macro design fixture for immediate placements that ensures optimal bone to implant contact and creates positive outcomes for a patient. In our clinical trials we have documented significant reduction in surgical time with the use of less number of drills for site preparation. This also minimises post surgical discomfort for the patients.”
The design of ApexKonnect was co-developed with Mr. Vikram Pratap of Kamal Medtech, whose contributions across design-for-manufacture, rapid prototyping, bench validation, and quality systems were pivotal.
Recognised as a digital-first innovation, ApexKonnect is a fully integrated prosthetic platform which is compatible with all major CAD software and provides seamless access to platform-switched prosthetics, scan bodies, and digital analogues. This makes it one of the most comprehensive implant systems available to clinicians across the globe.
Additionally, ApexKonnect is known for its advanced surface treatment which uses cutting-edge bioactive nanotechnology. It has developed the system in collaboration with Uppsala University, Sweden and evaluated at Gothenburg University, Sweden, making this breakthrough enhance the biocompatibility and healing of the implant, setting a new benchmark for implant technology.
It boasts a progressive high-angle (HA) thread profile, engineered with varying thread geometries along its body. These tailored thread designs work in harmony to precisely cut through bone while simultaneously compressing surrounding bone tissue. This controlled cutting and compaction mechanism enhances bone-to-implant contact, resulting in optimized primary stability-particularly beneficial in low-density bone and immediate placement protocols.
Furthermore, the square profile at the crestal level helps evenly distribute occlusal forces across a broader surface area. This reduces stress concentration at the cortical bone, minimizing the risk of crestal bone loss. On the other hand, the concave apex, combined with active cutting elements and strategically placed flutes, facilitates the accumulation of host bone chips and fragments during insertion. This design effectively preserves autogenous bone and significantly enhances osseointegration by increasing one-to-implant contact (BIC).
The implant's thread design is engineered to balance compressive and cutting forces, minimizing excessive stress concentration on the host bone during insertion. This ensures a controlled and atraumatic placement, preserving bone integrity and supporting long-term implant success.
Using cutting edge bioactive nano technology was developed jointly with Uppsala university Sweden and evaluated at Gothenburg University Sweden.
IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. VIKAS AGGARWAL, FOUNDER & CEO, DENTALKART
During the launch, Dental Practice had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Vikas Aggarwal. Here is what he had to say...
Dental Practice (DP): Dentalkart has become the official distributor for ApexKonnect. What does this partnership mean for Dentalkart’s journey?
Dr. Vikas Aggarwal: Becoming ApexKonnect’s official distributor is a landmark step in our journey. It strengthens our role as a full-stack dental ecosystem, making cutting-edge implantology accessible across India. ApexKonnect represents innovation and trust in implantology, and aligning with them reflects our commitment to bringing only the best to our customers.
Dental Practice (DP): As a distributor, how do you plan to make ApexKonnect widely accessible across India, from metros to smaller towns?
Dr. Vikas Aggarwal: Our pan-India e-commerce platform ensures delivery even in Tier II and III cities. Alongside this, we will strengthen our offline presence through our growing network of warehouses and regional centers. To drive adoption, we will ensure transparent pricing, reliable after-sales support, and quick access to consumables and components. . We’re also offering financing and credit options to help young practitioners adopt implantology seamlessly
Dental Practice (DP): What kind of training, workshops, or support will Dentalkart provide to help clinicians integrate this system into their practice?
Dr. Vikas Aggarwal: We firmly believe that adoption of implantology systems depends as much on training and support as on product availability. With ApexKonnect, Dentalkart will launch a comprehensive education program tailored for Indian clinicians. This includes hands-on workshops, live surgical demonstrations, and continuing dental education (CDE) courses conducted by leading implantologists. We will also leverage digital platforms to run webinars, interactive case-discussion forums, and on-demand learning modules. Beyond training, we are investing in creating mentorship networks—connecting young dentists with experienced implant practitioners to support them in their first cases.
Dental Practice (DP): As the CEO, what excites you most about Dentalkart’s involvement in this landmark launch?
Dr. Vikas Aggarwal: What excites me most is that this launch embodies everything Dentalkart stands for—democratizing access to world-class dental care. ApexKonnect is not just a product launch; it represents a shift in how implantology will be practiced in India. I am excited about the opportunity to empower dentists—whether they are in New Delhi or in a small town in Rajasthan—with the same tools and technologies that are used globally.
Dental Practice (DP): How do you envision digital dentistry and AI further integrating with implantology in the coming years?
Dr. Vikas Aggarwal: The future of implantology will be defined by the convergence of digital workflows, AI, and clinical expertise. We are moving towards a world where diagnosis, planning, surgery, and prosthetic rehabilitation will be seamlessly connected through digital tools. In the near future, AI-powered software will analyze CBCT scans, patient history, and bone quality to suggest optimal implant placement with precision. Dentalkart’s role will be to bring these technologies together on one platform, ensuring affordability and accessibility for Indian practitioners.