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PSM North America
About PSM North America
PSM Medical is a German manufacturer of orthodontic implants and surgical instruments, headquartered and manufacturing in Germany. The company specializes in palatinal (palatal) implants and miniscrews for orthodontic anchorage and tooth movement correction. Primary product lines include the BENEfit® System (for mesial and distal tooth movement, Hybrid Hyrax, distalizers, and palatal suture expansion via Smartlock), Quattro/Quattro Mini miniscrews (available in multiple configurations including aligner-compatible variants), Mentoplate (for Class III indications and skeletal anchorage), and associated surgical instruments (drills, screwdrivers, instrument sets, and lab tools). The BENEfit® System has sold over 750,000 units since 2010; Quattro/Quattro Mini lines have exceeded 400,000 units. PSM Medical serves over 50 countries through specialist distributors and reports >2,500 active practitioners. The company is a family-owned enterprise led by Edwin Schmid (founder, pioneer in dental medical technology) and Marcel Schmid (second generation). All products are developed and manufactured in-house using precision machinery and trained technical personnel. The company emphasizes quality, safety, and functional optimization for each clinical indication. No specific FDA 510(k), ISO, or CE markings are stated on the homepage, though German manufacturing and decades-long market presence suggest regulatory compliance.