DENTSPLY International Inc. Raises Quarterly Cash Dividend

  

York, PA - February 26, 2013 - DENTSPLY International Inc. (NASDAQ-XRAY) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.0625 per share of common stock, an indicated annual rate of $0.25 per share.  This represents an increase of 13.6% from the prior annual rate of $0.22 per share.  The dividend is payable on April 12, 2013 to holders of record on March 29, 2013.

DENTSPLY International Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of dental and other consumable medical device products.  The Company believes it is the world's largest manufacturer of consumable dental products for the professional dental market.  For over 110 years, DENTSPLY's commitment to innovation and professional collaboration has enhanced its portfolio of branded consumables and small equipment.  Headquartered in the United States, the Company has global operations with sales in more than 120 countries.  The Company also has strategically located distribution centers to enable it to better serve its customers and increase its operating efficiency.  While the United States and Europe are the Company's largest markets, the Company serves all major markets worldwide.  Visit www.dentsply.com for more information about DENTSPLY and its products.

For further information contact:    

Derek Leckow
Vice President
Investor Relations
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