Dentsply International reported net income of $61.7 million for the first quarter of 2009, compared to $68.18 million in the same period last year.
Net sales for the quarter declined 9.6% to $507 million from $561 million in the previous year period.
"We are pleased to be able to deliver what we believe are solid results in a slowing global economy and dental market," said Bret Wise, chairman and CEO, in a press release. "In this environment, we are striking a balance between cost containment and continuing investment in technologies and marketing that will position us for growth in coming years."
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