What zahnarztzentrum.ch does

zahnarztzentrum.ch AG is Switzerland's largest dental services provider, operating 43 clinic locations nationwide under a multi-brand strategy that includes the flagship zahnarztzentrum.ch network and the dentalcenters.ch sub-brand. Founded in 2003 by Dr. Sara and Christoph Hürlimann, the company employs over 900 staff, including 300+ dentists, dental hygienists, and specialists across orthodontics, implantology, oral surgery, and periodontics, and has treated over 800,000 patients since inception. The business is a subsidiary of Medbase Group, itself part of the Migros Group, and is distinguished by its dentist-led ("zahnarztgeführt") management structure and ownership by practicing clinicians rather than financial sponsors.

The company offers a comprehensive dental service portfolio covering general dentistry, preventive care, dental hygiene, orthodontics (including clear aligners), dental implants, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, cosmetic dentistry (bleaching, veneers), prosthetics (crowns, bridges, dentures), pediatric dentistry, and emergency care. The clinical platform is built on fully digitized operations, deploying CBCT (3D Volumentomografie), intraoral scanners, dental microscopes, and an in-house dental laboratory that enables immediate prosthetic solutions. The company is an official Swiss Olympic partner and operates round-the-clock emergency services 365 days per year without weekend surcharges, alongside online appointment booking across its network.

Revenue is generated on a per-treatment transaction basis, with dentists compensated via a minimum salary plus revenue participation/turnover share model that aligns clinician incentives with patient retention. General services fall under Swiss basic health insurance coverage, while specialist and cosmetic services are paid out-of-pocket or via supplementary insurance. The company's GTM motion is direct-to-consumer with same-day emergency availability, targeting general consumers, families, complex-case patients, and anxious patients across Switzerland's German, French, and English-speaking regions.

Name

zahnarztzentrum.ch

Legal name

zahnarztzentrum.ch AG

Website

https://zahnarztzentrum.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

zahnarztzentrum.ch is Switzerland's largest dental services chain, operating 43 clinics nationwide with 900+ employees and 300+ dentists, serving general consumers, families, and emergency patients with comprehensive dental care, orthodontics, implants, and cosmetic services as a Medbase/Migros subsidiary.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

General Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Urgent Dental Care Centers (Non-Hospital) (HLABALAD), Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE)

Keywords

• Dental care services
• General dentistry
• Orthodontic treatments
• Dental implant services
• Emergency dental care

Headquarters

HQ city

Zürich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices33 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Treatment Services: Comprehensive dental services including general dentistry, implantology, oral surgery, orthodontics, dental hygiene, cosmetic procedures (bleaching, veneers), restorative treatments (bridges, crowns, dentures), pediatric dentistry, and treatments for dental anxiety. Revenue generated from per-treatment fees.
2. Revenue Participation / Turnover Share: Employees receive fair minimum salary plus attractive revenue participation/turnover share. Dentists can earn well above average based on their own patient base and treatment volume.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

zahnarztzentrum.ch operates the largest dental service chain in Switzerland, providing comprehensive dental care across 43 clinic locations. Services include general dentistry, dental hygiene, orthodontics and aligners, dental implants, oral surgery, aesthetic dentistry (bleaching, veneers), prosthetics (crowns, bridges, dentures), endodontics, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, dental anxiety and narcosis treatment, and 365-day emergency care. The clinics use fully digitized workflows with CBCT imaging, dental microscopes, and intraoral scanners, supported by an in-house dental laboratory.

Product overview

Zahnarztzentrum.ch is Switzerland's largest dental services provider operating 43 locations across the country. The company offers a comprehensive range of dental services under one roof, including general dentistry, orthodontics (including aligners), dental implants, oral surgery, aesthetic dentistry (veneers, bleaching), prosthetics (crowns, bridges, dentures), endodontics, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and emergency care. The network features digital diagnostic technologies including 3D X-ray (CBCT) and digital intraoral scanning, as well as in-house dental laboratory capabilities for immediate prosthetic solutions. Additional services include dental anxiety management with narcosis treatment options and specialized longevity dental care programs. The company is dentist-owned and led, part of the Medbase Group under Migros, and employs over 900 staff including more than 300 dentists, dental hygienists, and orthodontic specialists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dental Implants (Zahnimplantate) Dental implant procedures including placement and restoration of artificial tooth roots for patients with missing teeth.
• Orthodontics (Kieferorthopädie) Orthodontic treatments including teeth straightening and aligner therapy for patients requiring bite or alignment correction.
• Aligners Clear aligner treatment for teeth alignment and correction as an alternative to traditional braces.
• Oral Surgery (Oralchirurgie) Surgical dental procedures including tooth extractions and other surgical interventions.
• Dental Crowns (Zahnkrone) Custom-made dental crowns for damaged or restored teeth, produced via in-house dental laboratory.
• Dental Bridges (Zahnbrücke) Dental bridge solutions for replacing missing teeth, supported by in-house dental laboratory.
• Dental Prosthetics (Zahnprothese) Removable dental prosthetic devices (dentures) for patients with multiple missing teeth.
• Root Canal Treatment (Wurzelbehandlung) Endodontic treatments for saving damaged or infected teeth.
• Periodontitis Treatment Treatment for gum disease and periodontal conditions.
• Dental Hygiene (Dentalhygiene) Professional teeth cleaning and preventive dental care services delivered by dental hygienists.
• Aesthetic Dentistry (Ästhetische Zahnmedizin) Cosmetic dental procedures for smile enhancement including bleaching, veneers, and aesthetic restorations.
• Bleaching Professional teeth whitening treatments for patients seeking aesthetic improvements.
• Veneers Custom dental veneers for aesthetic tooth restoration.
• Curodont™ Repair Minimally invasive dental repair treatment using Curodont™ technology for early caries lesions.
• Paediatric Dentistry (Kinderzahnarzt) Specialized dental care for children in a child-friendly clinical environment.
• Dental Anxiety Care (Zahnarztangst) Specialized care for patients with dental phobia, including sedation and narcosis treatment options.
• Narcosis Treatment Dental treatment under general anesthesia (narcosis) for anxious patients or complex procedures.
• Longevity Dental Care Long-term dental health maintenance and care programs aimed at preserving dental function over time.
• Systemic Disease Management Dental care integrated with management of systemic health conditions, providing coordinated treatment for medically complex patients.
• Emergency Dental Services Round-the-clock emergency dental care available 365 days a year for urgent dental needs, with same-day appointments including weekends at no surcharge.
• 3D X-Ray (3D-Röntgen / CBCT) Digital 3D cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging for precise dental diagnostics and treatment planning.
• Digital Impression (Digitale Abformung) Intraoral scanner-based digital dental impressions as an alternative to traditional putty impressions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 800,000 patients successfully treated since founding in 2003
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and minor.

• Swiss OlympicflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial Swiss Olympic partner status. zahnarztzentrum.ch is an official partner of Swiss Olympic, utilizing the Swiss Olympic partner logo on their website and marketing materials. This partnership provides brand credibility and national visibility through association with Switzerland's Olympic body.
• Medbase GroupflagshipOtherszahnarztzentrum.ch is a subsidiary of Medbase Group, which belongs to the Migros Group. The company is subject to the Migros Group Code of Conduct and utilizes Medbase branding and facilities. Medbase operates medical centers, pharmacies, and dental practices under one healthcare umbrella.
• toweb GmbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partnertoweb GmbH (toweb.ch) is responsible for the design and development of the zahnarztzentrum.ch website and digital platforms.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Adent Cliniques Dentaires: Swiss DSO/group dental practice operating multiple clinics across Switzerland, offering comprehensive general and specialty dentistry. Direct competitor for multi-location, multi-specialty dental care in the same Swiss market.
• Swiss Smile: Premium Swiss dental clinic chain with multiple locations in major Swiss cities. Direct peer in Swiss multi-location dental services, with overlapping specialist offerings and target demographic.
• dentalcenters.ch: Sub-brand of zahnarztzentrum.ch operating select locations (e.g., Fribourg, Biel Manor). Operates within the same parent group with comparable service mix and positioning.
• Dentex Health: UK-headquartered dental group practice and DSO with a multi-clinic footprint. Closely comparable in model (multi-location group, comprehensive services, in-clinic labs) and in mid-scale European DSO economics.
• Portman Dental Care: UK-based dental group with a large multi-clinic network of general and specialist practices. Comparable in network size, service breadth, and clinician partnership/ownership model.

Broad incumbents

• Colosseum Dental Group: One of Europe's largest dental service organizations, backed by Jacobs Holding, operating hundreds of clinics across multiple countries. Broad incumbent benchmark for DSO scale, multi-country operations, and central lab/digital infrastructure.
• European Dental Group: European dental group platform consolidating dental clinics across multiple countries. Broadly comparable in DSO roll-up strategy, multi-specialty positioning, and clinician partnership structures.

Regional players

• Plusdent (Medicover Dental): Pan-European dental chain (notably Poland) operating under the Medicover umbrella. Similar DSO economics, brand-led multi-clinic model, and high-volume general dentistry focus, but operating in different European geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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