Tech Scouting - Partner with a Global Consumer Health Leader on Imaging-Based Oral Health Solutions
- At a glanceCalling all innovators - bring your breakthrough to consumer oral health. We are seeking imaging-based digital solutions that empower consumers with real-time oral health insights. Through this tech scouting initiative, we aim to identify scalable, consumer-operated tools that can detect oral health conditions, deliver actionable feedback, and are accessible for widespread adoption across India and China. Innovators with cosmetic-focused imaging tools that have a clear path toward clinical applications are also encouraged to apply. Selected participants will have the opportunity to co-develop and partner with Haleon, a global leader in consumer health.
- OpportunitiesCommercial Partnership, Pilot & Co-Development Opportunities, Regional Exposure & Mentorship
- Application periodJun 04, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025
Problem Statement
The Gap in Oral Health: Many consumers in India and China use oral care products without knowing their actual dental condition. Limited access to dental professionals creates a disconnect — exactly what our healthcare tech scouting aims to solve.
Our Mission: Through tech scouting and open innovation, Haleon and VentureBlick are looking for imaging-based digital solutions that deliver real-time, consumer-driven oral health insights. This is a unique opportunity for healthcare innovators to showcase their work and partner with a global consumer health leader.
Who Should Participate in Our Tech Scouting
You’re a startup, researcher, or innovator focused on healthcare tech scouting in India or China, and your solution must:
Use Imaging Technology: Leverage smartphone cameras, intraoral lenses, or similar devices to detect or assess conditions like plaque, gingivitis, inflammation, or cavities.
Be Consumer-Operated: Work at home or in retail settings. Tools requiring healthcare professional interpretation are welcome if the process is consumer-initiated and streamlines clinical workflows.
Deliver Fast Feedback: Provide actionable results in real time or within 5 minutes of image capture. (ideal but not mandatory)
Scale for Mass Market: Rely on smartphone cameras or low-cost accessories suitable for broad adoption across India/China.
Note: Cosmetic-focused imaging tools are also encouraged if they have a clear path to expand into health-related use cases.
Core Requirements at-a-Glance
Imaging-Based Detection: Identify oral health issues (plaque, gingivitis, inflammation, cavities).
Consumer-First Experience: Operable at home or retail; HCP interpretation optional.
Real-Time Insights: Feedback delivered within 5 minutes ideally
Mass-Market Ready: Utilises smartphone cameras or affordable accessories.
What You Stand to Gain
Shortlisted innovators will receive:
Direct Access to Haleon’s Innovation & R&D Teams
Pilot & Co-Development Opportunities in China and/or India
Commercial Partnership Potential in Haleon’s priority markets
Regional Exposure & Mentorship from a global consumer health leader
Submissions close on 27th July. Don't miss out - apply today!
For inquiries, please contact startup.relations@ventureblick.com
About Haleon
Haleon is a leading global consumer healthcare company headquartered in Europe, with operations in over 100 countries. Born from the merger of GSK and Pfizer’s consumer healthcare business, Haleon leverages unrivalled expertise to deliver high-quality, everyday health products. Its multibillion-dollar portfolio includes category-defining brands – Sensodyne, Panadol, and Centrum – that have been trusted by generations to support everyday health and wellness.