National Dentex Corporation Announces Acquisition of Bauer Dental Studio, Inc. WAYLAND, Mass., May 7 /PRNewswire/ -- National Dentex Corporation (Nasdaq: NADX -), one of the largest owner/operators of dental laboratories in the United States, today announced the acquisition of Bauer Dental Studio, Inc. of Mitchell, South Dakota effective May 1, 2001. Bauer had sales of approximately $2,000,000 in its fiscal year ended December 31, 2000. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.  Mr. David Brown, President & CEO, commented: ``Founded in 1957 by Jim Bauer, Bauer Dental Studio is today led by Brad and Curt, Jim's sons. We are extremely pleased to be able to add to our team such a high quality operation as Bauer with its outstanding reputation built with over 44 years of providing quality products and outstanding customer service.''  Mr. Brown further stated: ``We remain firmly committed and will continue to pursue additional acquisition, such as Bauer, to strengthen our position as the leading operator of high quality dental laboratories in the United States."  National Dentex Corporation serves an active customer base of over 12,000 dentists through dental laboratories located in 25 states. National Dentex's dental laboratories provide a full range of custom-made dental prosthetic appliances, include dentures, crowns and fixed bridges, and other dental specialties.  This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. The Company's actual results could be materially different as a result of a number of factors, including general economic conditions, the Company's ability to acquire and successfully operate additional laboratories, and other risks indicated from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.