Dentsply reshuffles executive management structure

Dentsply has announced a series of changes to its executive management team, designed to strengthen efforts to execute its long-term growth strategy.

Chris Clark, formerly the company's president and chief operating officer, will assume the role of president and chief financial officer, following on from the departure of William Jellison for a new professional opportunity.

Mr Clark's former position will be filled by Jim Mosch, who is being promoted from his current post of executive vice-president based on the key contributions he has made to the business in recent years, including helping to oversee its acquisition of Astra Tech.

Bret Wise, chairman and chief executive officer at Dentsply, said: "Our leadership team will work closely together to ensure that Dentsply continues to lead the global dental industry in innovation and customer service and to grow shareholder value."

Last year, the company announced a 15.4 percent year-on-year increase in sales, reaching a new annual record total of $2.9 billion (1.89 billion pounds).