Industry Leaders Converge at China Children's Oral Health Industry Alliance Summit to Explore Breakthroughs and Innovations at a Critical Juncture
VCBeat (WeChat ID: vcbeat) has learned that the China Pediatric Dentistry Industry Alliance Summit was held at the Beijing Aojia Art Museum Hotel on December 18–19, 2019. Themed “Gathering at the Pinnacle of the Forbidden City to Celebrate a Golden Age in Pediatric Dentistry,” the forum brought together nearly 500 outstanding corporate representatives from across China’s pediatric dentistry sector, along with numerous leading dentists, scholars, and investors. Participants engaged in comprehensive, in-depth discussions on capital operations, business models, marketing strategies, service systems, and operational processes.
This summit was hosted by Banlanhui and Zhensuojie, organized by Pingxing Ciyuan Company, and co-organized by Qingzi Technology, Longtu Technology, IDSO Business School, Linkedcare, Yiyixiu, ClearCorrect, and Bosimei. Special media support was provided by Qinzi Business Journal, People's Daily Online, VCBeat, Polypeptide Chain, and other media outlets.
On-site at the High-Level Forum of the China Children's Oral Health Industry Alliance
In his opening remarks, President Cheng Zheng, Chairman of the Private Practice Branch of the Beijing Stomatological Association, stated, “We must protect every tooth and safeguard the development of children’s bones and facial structures, so that our children can have brighter smiles.”
Address by President Cheng Zheng, Chairman of the Private Practice Branch of the Beijing Stomatological Association
Ms. Zhang Liangqiong, Dean of Zidingxiang Dental Clinic and a committee member of the Pediatric Dentistry Committee of the Beijing Stomatological Association, stated in her address: “The market demand in the pediatric dentistry sector is substantial, and there is a significant shortage of pediatric dentists. However, entering this field requires considerable human and material resources, characterized by high initial investment and slow returns. This challenge has puzzled many operators in the pediatric dentistry field. We are grateful to Banlan Hui for timely organizing the Pediatric Dentistry Summit Forum, which has provided valuable insights and clarified our concerns.”
Address by Ms. Zhang Liangqiong, Dean of Zidingxiang Dental and Committee Member of the Pediatric Dentistry Professional Committee of the Beijing Stomatological Association
At the forum, the China Pediatric Dental Industry Alliance was officially established, and Yuan Lintian, founder of Yuan Lintian Children's Dental Hospital, was elected as the first president of the alliance.
President Yuan stated, “The future of the pediatric dentistry industry is bright. Technology is paramount, but it also requires excellence in operations, marketing, strategic planning, design, and finance; comprehensive growth across all aspects is essential. Through Banlan, we aim to provide a platform that enables practitioners to excel in operations, marketing, and business models, thereby serving more peers and children across the country, and ultimately improving children’s dental health.”
Yuan Lintian, Founder of Yuan Lintian Children's Dental Hospital
The forum’s keynote address was delivered first by Mr. Yue Daqian from Qingmiao Dental. By analyzing the development of his own practice, Dr. Yue provided insights into “Opportunities and Challenges in the Pediatric Dentistry Niche Market,” interpreting the profitability model of emerging pediatric dental services from the perspective of market demand for early orthodontic treatment.
Yue Daqian of Qingmiao Dental
Gao Feng, founder of Mijia Pediatric Dentistry—China’s first nature-inspired pediatric dental clinic—used his uniquely witty and humorous style to interpret “How to Build a Distinctive Pediatric Dental Practice.”
Gao Feng, Founder of Miga Children's Dentistry
In the afternoon, Professor Yuan Lintian, founder of Yuan Lintian Children’s Dental Hospital, shared with the attendees his presentation titled “Original Aspirations and Development Journey of Establishing a Children’s Dental Hospital.” He recounted the arduous process of founding the first children’s dental hospital in Northwest China and expressed strong confidence in the future development of pediatric dentistry.
Wen Zhihong from Hejun Consulting drew on his years of experience and insights in the chain industry, combined with new perspectives on the sector, to present “How to Build a Profitable Single-Store Model for Pediatric Dental Practices.”
Wen Zhihong, Hejun Consulting
Ma Long from Chongqing Weile Pediatric Dentistry shared “How to Serve Families Through Children’s Dental Membership Programs,” creating a diversified product ecosystem and driving household consumption through service engagement.
Chongqing Weile Pediatric Dentistry: Ma Long
Longtu Technology’s specially appointed lecturer, Dong Tianyu, delivered a presentation titled “Innovation and Disruption in Pediatric Dental Marketing in the 5G Era,” sharing insights from a fresh marketing perspective on how to leverage new media and emerging technologies to build a next-generation pediatric dental clinic.
Longtu Technology’s Specially Appointed Lecturer, Dong Tianyu
The next day, Pang Yutong, founder of Qinqin Children's Dental Clinic in Kunming, Yunnan, delivered a presentation titled “Building a Unique Business Model Through Specialized Services” in the field of pediatric dentistry, leveraging specialized services as a distinctive feature and emotional connections as a bond to attract and encourage children to visit the clinic for hands-on experiences.
Pang Yutong, Founder of QinQin Pediatric Dentistry
As a popular clinic in the pediatric dentistry sector, Ji Cheng Pediatric Dentistry’s founder, Yun Xiaofei, presented “Building a Multi-Layered ‘Happy Dental Visit’ Experience” to help children enjoy their dental care.
Yun Xiaofei, Founder of Jicheng Children's Dentistry
Gao Zhe, founder of Zhen Suo Jie, led a discussion on “The Current Status and Brief Analysis of Pediatric Dental Clinics in China,” helping more pediatric dental practitioners fully understand the market scarcity in pediatric dentistry.
Gao Zhe, Founder of Zhen Suo Jie
Jia Yunbiao, founder of Lilac Children's Dentistry, elaborated on the operational mindset for pediatric dental practices from three dimensions: “Wind Tunnels, Entry Points, and Exit Strategies” in Children's Dentistry.
Jia Yunbiao, Founder of Lilac Children's Dentistry
As the initiator of this event, Ge Qiang, an expert in pediatric dental practice management, led participants in analyzing “The ‘Way’ to Success in Pediatric Dentistry” from multiple perspectives, including the national economy, industry development, and market demand.
The conference also featured two technical presentations on early orthodontic products for pediatric dentistry. Xiong Guoping from the Second Clinical Medical College of Jinan University presented “Invisible Orthodontic Solutions for Anterior Crossbite During Growth and Development” and launched a new pediatric product: Bonsmile i-Free™, an ultra-early rapid invisible orthodontic system for underbite correction in children.
Xiong Guoping, The Second Clinical Medical College of Jinan University
Dr. Chen Yong from Clear Aligner Company presented “Clear Aligner’s Innovative Digital Service System for Early Orthodontic Correction in Children,” providing a detailed overview of Clear Aligner’s clinical explorations in early pediatric orthodontics.
Dr. Yong Chen of Klier Company
Over the course of two days, thirteen distinguished guests convened in Beijing to deliver insightful presentations on topics including entrepreneurial origins, current industry landscape, capital operations, business models, marketing strategies, service systems, operational processes, and future trends.
In addition, Longtu Technology showcased its new high-tech product, VR glasses, on site. At the core of this product is VR consultation, which uses virtual reality technology to immerse children in a virtual world, enabling them to undergo dental examinations and treatments more smoothly.
Ge Qiang, a pediatric dental operations expert and the core initiator of this forum organized by Banlan Club, stated: “As the host of this conference, Banlan Club recognizes the concerning state of oral health among Chinese children. As members of the dental industry, we have the responsibility and obligation to mobilize and inspire more dentists to engage in pediatric dentistry. Only with greater participation can we benefit more children and contribute our share—what every Chinese citizen ought to do—to advancing the Healthy China strategy.”
Speech by Ge Qiang, Pediatric Dental Operations Expert and Founder of Banlan Club
After the meeting, Ge Qiang stated that the mission of Banlan Association is to bring together more outstanding talents in the industry, enabling more people to maximize their strengths on an open and shared platform, thereby ensuring that every dental professional’s work, life, and future are vibrant and colorful.
All paths in the pediatric oral care industry are forged through practice; as we move forward, companions will join us along the way. With so many people gathered here today, Ge Qiang believes that even more individuals will unite to advance together in the future.
On this journey, there may be moments of uncertainty. Banlan will provide a range of services, including consultation, training, and products. Through the collective efforts of every member in our alliance, we aim to drive the development of the pediatric dental industry, extend care to more children, and empower every child to smile with confidence.