Cal Dental USA

What Cal Dental USA does

Cal Dental USA is a Dental Service Organization (DSO) that operates a network of 26+ independently led dental practices concentrated in Southern California, primarily across Los Angeles and Orange County, with newer locations in San Diego, Riverside, Chino, and Huntington Park. Founded in 2014 by Dr. John Kim, the organization provides comprehensive fee-for-service dental care spanning preventive cleanings, restorative treatments, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and emergency services. The network is structured around a core Cal Dental brand with multiple sub-brands (Oxy Dental, Mac Dental, Ilu Dental, Casa Dental, Ezee Dental, Artesia Dental, We Care Dental, Riverside Dental Sherman Oaks, Wiz Kids Dental & Orthodontics) and includes LA Dental Braces, acquired in May 2024 to enter the orthodontic segment. An in-house dental laboratory, Cal Dental Lab, supports the practice network, and flexible payment plans are offered across every Oxy Dental location alongside broad insurance acceptance.

The underlying technology platform centers on digital dentistry workflows for diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient care management across the multi-location network, with LANAP laser periodontal treatment certification differentiating clinical offerings. Patients access care via a network of physical offices (walk-in and emergency availability at many), a website-based appointment booking system, and a phone line (800-555-0100). Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer service delivery with community-led marketing, including partnerships with NBA champions Kendrick Perkins, AC Green, Baron Davis, and Tiki Barber, alongside charity events such as the Swing Swish & Score Golf Invitational and Forbes Business Council content contributions by CEO James Jones. Revenue is generated through transaction-based dental services (insurance reimbursement and out-of-pocket fees) supplemented by recurring payment-plan financing, with quote-based pricing and no publicly disclosed rates.

The company is led by CEO James Jones (appointed January 2025), succeeding founder Dr. John Kim, with COO Eddie Kim, Chief Growth Officer Deanna Garcia, Lead Dentist Dr. Ki Lee, Strategic Growth Advisor Ian Miller, Director of Operations David Linarte, Marketing Director Adrian McCovy, and Web/SEO Manager Sabih Ul Ebad. The organization is privately held with no disclosed institutional funding; Kendrick Perkins holds a partner/investor stake specifically in the Cal Dental of Atlantic office in Bell, CA. The organization was recognized in Becker's Dental "44 DSOs to Know: 2025" and the Forbes Business Council in 2025.

Name

Cal Dental USA

Legal name

Cal Dental USA

Website

https://caldentalusa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cal Dental USA is a Dental Service Organization operating 26+ independently led dental practices across Southern California, delivering general dentistry, implants, orthodontics, cosmetic, and emergency care to individual patients and families, supported by an in-house lab and broad insurance plus financing options.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210), Offices of Dentists (62121), Offices of Dentists (6212)

akta.pro primary industry

Regional/Multi-Region DSO Platforms (Aggregators) (HLABAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Multi-Specialty DSOs (General + Specialty Networks) (HLABAKAA), General Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAB), Orthodontic Group Practices (HLABAKAC)

Keywords

• Dental service organization
• General dentistry services
• Dental implant procedures
• Orthodontic treatment services
• Preventive dental care

Headquarters

HQ city

Bell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Dental Services Revenue: Fee-for-service dental care revenue from general dentistry, preventive care, restorative treatments, implants, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and emergency services across 26+ independently operated practice locations.
2. Payment Plans / Financing: Revenue generated through flexible payment plans and financing options, allowing patients to spread costs over time for treatments not covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Cal Dental USA is a Dental Service Organization (DSO) that operates 26+ independently led dental practices across Southern California (Los Angeles and Orange County). The company provides comprehensive dental services including preventive care, restorative treatments, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and emergency dental care, supported by an in-house dental laboratory (Cal Dental Lab) and flexible patient payment plans.

Product overview

Cal Dental USA is a Dental Service Organization (DSO) operating as a network of 26+ independently led dental practices across Southern California. The organization provides comprehensive dental care services through its core network brand and affiliated sub-brands including Oxy Dental and Mac Dental. The portfolio includes LA Dental Braces (acquired in 2024 for orthodontic expansion), an in-house dental laboratory (Cal Dental Lab), and flexible payment plan options through Oxy Dental. Services span preventive care, restorative treatments, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, and emergency dental services across Los Angeles and Orange County.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General and Preventive Dentistry Comprehensive general and preventive dental care including cleanings, exams, restorative treatments, and family dental services for patients across Southern California.
• Dental Implant Services Dental implant procedures and related surgical services for patients needing tooth replacement, leveraging the founder's expertise of over 10,000 implant procedures since 1994.
• Orthodontic Services Orthodontic treatment services including braces and alignment solutions for children and adults, expanded through the May 2024 acquisition of LA Dental Braces.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Services Cosmetic dental procedures aimed at improving the appearance of patients' smiles, offered across the Cal Dental USA network locations.
• Emergency Dental Care Emergency dental services with walk-in availability and same-day slots reserved at many of the 26+ network offices across Southern California.
• Flexible Patient Payment Plans Flexible payment plans and financing options offered through the Oxy Dental brand to help patients manage dental care costs for treatments not covered by insurance.
• Cal Dental Lab Services In-house dental laboratory (Cal Dental Lab) providing laboratory services in support of the Cal Dental USA network of practices.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same-week appointment availability across 26+ locations
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Horace Grant AcademycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 February 2026The Horace Grant Academy partnered with Cal Dental USA and The Fathers Rights Educational Foundation to host the First Annual Swing Swish & Score Golf Invitational as part of NBA All-Star Weekend Los Angeles 2026, featuring NBA legends to raise awareness for father involvement and family unity.
• AC Green (NBA Champion)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2025NBA Champion and wellness advocate AC Green partnered with Cal Dental USA to introduce Ironman 45 Vegan Cookies, bridging sports, health, and nutrition in a groundbreaking community health initiative.
• Baron Davis (2X NBA All-Star)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2025Two-time NBA All-Star Baron Davis partnered with Cal Dental USA and Black Santa Brand for a multi-year holiday initiative supporting underserved communities across Southern California.
• Tiki BarbercoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2025Partnered with Cal Dental USA and XSport Mouthguards to revolutionize athlete safety and prevent CTE through the XSport Ninja Pro mouthguard product, with Tiki Barber serving as brand ambassador.
• XSport MouthguardscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2025Strategic technology partnership with XSport Mouthguards to offer the XSport Ninja Pro athlete safety product, leveraging Tiki Barber's expertise in CTE prevention.
• Ricky Davis Legacy FoundationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 November 2024Cal Dental USA partnered with the Ricky Davis Legacy Foundation, Bird Vision Entertainment, and West Coast Lions to bring hope and support to the community through outreach initiatives.
• Kendrick Perkins (NBA Champion)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 July 2024NBA Champion and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins partnered as an investor/partner in the Cal Dental of Atlantic office in Bell, CA. This partnership underscores Cal Dental USA's commitment to providing accessible, community-focused dental care and leverages Perkins' platform for brand visibility.
• Black Santa BrandcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Multi-year holiday partnership with Baron Davis's Black Santa Brand to launch community initiatives supporting underserved communities across Southern California.
• Affiliated Independent PracticescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of independently operated practices (Oxy Dental, Mac Dental, Tes Dental, Ilu Dental, Ezee Dental, and others) sharing Cal Dental USA's commitment to affordable, high-quality dental care across Southern California.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Western Dental & Orthodontics: One of the largest California-based DSOs with a heavy concentration in Southern California, offering general dentistry, orthodontics, and specialty services. Directly comparable to Cal Dental USA in geography, multi-specialty mix, and Medicaid/community-focused patient base.
• Smile Brands: Large DSO supporting affiliated practices across multiple states with general, specialty, and orthodontic services. Directly comparable business model of supporting independently led practices under a unified brand and shared services platform.
• Pacific Dental Services: One of the largest US DSOs supporting hundreds of dental practices with modern technology and clinical autonomy. Comparable multi-location DSO structure and continued de novo and acquisition growth model.
• MB2 Dental: Dentist-owned DSO partnering with practice owners across multiple states. Directly comparable partnership/affiliation model for independently led practices within a unified network.
• Dental Care Alliance: Multi-location DSO supporting affiliated general and specialty dental practices. Comparable in supporting independently operated practices with shared business services.

Broad incumbents

• Sonrava Health: Parent of Western Dental and other dental brands, operating a national multi-specialty DSO platform. Comparable as a larger, well-capitalized consolidator competing in the same Southern California DSO space.
• Heartland Dental: The largest US DSO by supported practice count, providing non-clinical support to affiliated dentists nationwide. Comparable DSO support model at far greater scale, providing a benchmark for Cal Dental USA's potential growth ceiling.
• Aspen Dental: National DSO with branded practices emphasizing access and affordability, including walk-in/emergency care. Comparable patient value proposition on accessibility and same-day availability.

Emerging players

• Benevis: DSO primarily focused on Medicaid and community dental practices, with significant presence in orthodontics via the SmileDirectClub-affiliated orthodontic brands. Comparable in serving community-focused patient bases and offering orthodontics alongside general dentistry.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: National DSO specializing in dentures and implants with a focus on accessibility and affordability. Comparable emphasis on high-volume implant and restorative services at accessible price points.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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