Bien-Air’s story began in 1959 when precision mechanic David Mosimann, inspired by a dentist’s frustrations in Switzerland’s Watch Valley, founded the company in a Bienne garage to craft superior handpieces. From pioneering reliable air-driven handpieces to launching innovative electric motors in the 1970s, Bien-Air has built a legacy of micromechanical excellence, delivering precise, high-performance instruments trusted by dentists worldwide.
Learn about the history of Bien-Air through this interactive timeline
Founded by Swiss watchmaker David Mosimann in Bienne, Switzerland. Introduces the RA Turbine, the world’s first reliable ball-bearing dental turbine.
Launch of GYRO LONG-LIFE, the first industrially produced turbine with air-bearing technology for enhanced reliability.
First modern electric micromotor, rotating in both directions at 20,000 rpm, revolutionizing dental precision.
Introduction of UNIFIX quick-connect coupling, contra-angles, handpieces, and TRAPLITE with interchangeable halogen bulbs.
PM 830 laboratory handpiece with integrated micromotor.
MC2 & MC3 brush micromotors, establishing Bien-Air as a global leader.
STS 890 air-driven tabletop unit for labs.
BORA silent turbines with high power and torque.
ORL-E-92 set for ENT microsurgery.
Vincent Mosimann takes over as CEO, preserving family values and innovation focus.
CHIROPRO 980 physiodispenser with customizable programs.
Division into Bien-Air Dental and Bien-Air Surgery, expanding into ENT, plastic, and neurosurgery.
MX first-generation brushless, sterilizable micromotor.
OPTIMA INT: Electric micromotor integration on air-powered chairs.
LED lighting with extended service life.
MICRO-SERIES: Shorter, lighter contra-angles to reduce fatigue.
iCHIROPRO & iOPTIMA digitized workflows.
TORNADO turbine with 30W power; EVO.15 contra-angle with CoolTouch+; Launch of services like extended warranties.
iOPTIMA INT all-in-one solution; TORNADO S compact turbine.
TORNADO X embodying 60 years of expertise; CHIROPRO 3rd Gen for implant/surgery; CA 1:2.5 L for surgery/periodontics.
Headquartered in Bienne, Switzerland, with production in Noirmont and global subsidiaries including USA. Over 400 employees, continuing innovation in dental instruments for improved patient care.
Nestled in the heart of Orange County California, Bien-Air USA’s Irvine location embodies innovation and excellence. Situated in a vibrant tech hub, our facility benefits from proximity to leading research institutions and a skilled workforce, enabling us to distribute precision dental instruments across North America with unmatched efficiency and support.
