HENRY SCHEIN, INC. ENTERS INTO AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE DENTAL LABORATORY DISCOUNT SUPPLY - Will Increase Penetration of Dental Laboratory Market -.

MELVILLE, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 15, 1996--Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSIC) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Branford, Connecticut- based Dental Laboratory Discount Supply (DLDS). The acquisition is subject to standard closing conditions and is expected to close within 60 days.

DLDS is a national direct marketer of supplies and equipment to dental laboratories throughout the United States with 1995 sales of approximately $7.0 million.

In announcing this strategic acquisition, Stanley M. Bergman, Henry Schein's Chairman, CEO and President said, "The acquisition of DLDS will enhance Henry Schein's position as a leader in the U.S. dental laboratory market. The integration of DLDS with Zahn Dental, our dental laboratory company, will enable us to further leverage our existing infrastructure."

Henry Schein, Inc. is the largest direct marketer of healthcare products and services to office-based healthcare practitioners, including dental practices and laboratories, physician practices and veterinary clinics. The Company, recognized for its excellent customer service and low prices, serves more than 200,000 customers worldwide.

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