Biolase reports Q3 adjusted EPS ($2.87), consensus ($1.85)

Reports Q3 revenue $10.9M, consensus $13.96M. “We are continuing to experience heightened interest in our industry-leading dental lasers; however, the uncertainty caused by the macroeconomic environment is extending our sales cycle,” commented John Beaver, President, and Chief Executive Officer of BIOLASE. “We believe there are several factors contributing to the longer decision-making process, including higher interest rates. However, it’s critical that we maintain our revenue-generating activities to drive greater awareness and interest in our award-winning lasers so that when we return to a more normalized economic climate, we are ready to capitalize on the significant market opportunity we have in front of us. We remain encouraged that new customer acquisition efforts remain strong and the utilization by our installed base continues to grow, as evidenced by the 10% increase in our consumable sales during the quarter. Additionally, our internal optimization actions over the previous quarters have dramatically improved our operations and are beginning to bear fruit. For example, our acquisition of a trunk fiber supplier has allowed us to supplement third-party key components with our in-house manufactured components, significantly expanding our gross margin. Such efforts to reduce our operating expenses enable us to achieve greater efficiencies and improve overall operating performance. We believe that these initiatives considerably reduced our losses and position us for greater success as the economy strengthens. We believe this winning formula – driving greater adoption of our dental lasers and prudent expense management will allow us to meet our revenue and profitability objectives.”