In 1959, Irving Ellman, DDS, a general dentist and electrical engineer founded Ellman Dental Manufacturing Company. He proceeded to develop fifty patented devices for use in his dental practice.  One of his first 'inventions,' Roto Pros™ - Rotosonic Scalers, is still one of the Company's most popular products.  The Roto Pros™ - Rotosonic Scalers are a simpler, more efficient method of removing calculus from the roots of teeth.

Dr. Ellman's curiosity about radiowaves later prompted him to take a known technology called diathermy, and apply a high-frequency radiowave, thus creating Radiosurgery.  The advanced minimally-invasive surgical device allows for a bloodless, micro smooth incision and minimal tissue alteration.

In the early 1970's, Dr. Ellman patented the Dento-Surg® 90 FFP, the dental model radiofrequency device, to perform surgical procedures in the oral cavity. Dr. Ellman worked closely with UCLA’s Dr. John Flocken and their Biomedical Department in the validation of this revolutionary new technology.  It is still used by over 35,000 dentists worldwide.

During this inception period, Dr. Ellman's wife, Shirley Ellman, is largely credited with getting the word out and attracting attention for her husband's inventions, marketing them at dental conventions and later via mail order.

Alan G. Ellman

Jon C. Garito

What began as a small operation from the family's basement has evolved into ellman International, inc., now headquartered in Oceanside, Long Island, New York.

With 100 employees and global distribution, ellman International is currently headed by Alan G. Ellman, Chief Executive Officer, and Jon C. Garito, President, both of whom joined the company in 1976. Together, they hold over 70 issued patents for dental, medical and veterinary RF devices and RF accessories, with 30 patents pending.

Widely recognized as a pioneer in the field of Radiosurgery, ellman International's patented radiofrequency technology has been crucial to the success of high-profile, 'medical miracle' separation surgeries, including the conjoined Filipino Twins and Peruvian 'Mermaid Baby.'

While ellman International got its start in dentistry, over the last 30 years it has expanded to maintain a strong international presence in the medical disciplines of Family Practice, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Craniofacial Surgery, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, Gynecology, and Podiatry, Neurosurgery and Veterinary.

The company's Research and Development team continues to introduce new, innovative products that enable expansion into additional medical, cosmetic and surgical specialties.