INTANGIBLE ASSETS

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2017

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Intangible assets consisted of the following:



(In thousands)	December 31, 2017			December 31, 2016
Brand name and trademark (life indefinite)	$	1,510		$	1,510

Purchased technology (5-17 year lives)	$	1,513		$	1,441
Less: accumulated amortization	(1,334		)	(1,226		)
Purchased technology, net	$	179		$	215

Goodwill	$	185		$	185

With respect to our trademark and brand name, we continue to market products, release new products and product extensions and maintain and promote these trademarks and brand name in the marketplace through legal registration and such methods as advertising, medical education and trade shows. Based on our annual impairment testing, these trademarks and brand names will generate cash flow for an indefinite period of time. Therefore, we believe our trademarks and brand name intangible assets are not impaired. Goodwill results from our acquisition of Bovie Bulgaria, EOOD.

Amortization of intangible assets was $0.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015. Amortization expense is classified within selling, general and administration expenses in the consolidated statements of operations.

Amortization expense amounts for the next three years are expected to be approximately $0.1 million for 2018 through 2020.