What Arrowhead Dental Laboratory does

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory is a privately held, full-service dental laboratory founded in 1973 by Dr. Richard Barnes and headquartered in Sandy, Utah. The company manufactures custom dental restorations — including cosmetic crowns (Elite, Bella, Traditional tiers), the emax Prime zirconia line, implant components (EZGuide surgical stents, Implant Complete bundles, custom abutments), removable prosthetics (Digital Dentures, Valplast flexible partials), and adjunct products such as White Wax diagnostic models, veneers, night guards and orthodontic appliances. Production is performed in the USA under FDA, ADA and NADL guidelines, combining digital workflows (CAD/CAM, intraoral scanner integration, 3D-printed try-ins) with handcrafted techniques refined over more than 40 years by a staff of over 250 dental professionals.

The company sells B2B to dentists and dental specialists (general dentists, oral surgeons, endodontists, periodontists, orthodontists) via dedicated doctor relations representatives, a sales team, and direct digital integrations with all major intraoral scanner platforms (iTero, Cerec/Sirona/DS Core, 3Shape/Trios, Medit, Carestream, Dexis, 3M/Lava, Allied Star, Planmeca) plus the DDX exchange. Revenue is generated primarily through per-case transaction fees, supplemented by flat-fee implant bundles and a multi-year New Dentist CE Plan subscription ($6,995 for 42 hours of CE credit). Free pickup and delivery across Utah's Wasatch Front and free two-way UPS shipping domestically, with one- to two-day international delivery via UPS Global, support a customer base that extends into Canada and Europe.

Arrowhead has no external private equity or venture capital backing, no subsidiaries, and no disclosed M&A activity; it is independently owned and operated under Dr. Barnes' founding vision of comprehensive, aesthetic, doctor- and patient-first dentistry. Strategic emphasis is on full-mouth reconstruction capability, premium aesthetic positioning, and continuing education delivered through a 40+ year partnership with the Dr. Dick Barnes Group, webinars, and hands-on training courses held at the Sandy laboratory.

Name

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory

Legal name

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory Inc.

Website

https://arrowheaddental.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory is a privately held, Utah-based full-service dental laboratory founded in 1973, producing custom crowns, implants, dentures and surgical guides for dental practices across the US, Canada and Europe using a staff of 250+ technicians and digital scanner integrations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Laboratory Services

NAICS

Dental Laboratories (339116)

SIC

Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842)

akta.pro primary industry

Crown & Bridge (Fixed Prosthetics) Fabrication (HLABAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Implant Prosthetics & Abutment Fabrication (HLABAJAC), CAD/CAM Digital Design & Milling Centers (HLABAJAE), Model/Die Work, Scanning & Case Digitization Services (HLABAJAJ), Dental Implants & Prosthodontic Components (Implants/Abutments/Prosthetics) (HLAHAEAE), Full-Mouth Rehabilitation & Complex Restorative Care (HLABAFAD), Orthodontic Appliances & Aligners Fabrication (HLABAJAD)

Keywords

• Dental laboratory services
• Cosmetic dental restorations
• Dental implant prosthetics
• Dental continuing education
• Custom dental appliances

Headquarters

HQ city

Sandy

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Restorations and Laboratory Services: Arrowhead provides custom dental restorations including crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, and other dental prosthetics to dental practices. Revenue is generated through one-time transaction fees for each dental case/restoration ordered by dentists.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory is a full-service dental laboratory that fabricates custom dental restorations and prosthetics for dental practices. Core offerings include aesthetic crowns (Elite, Bella, Traditional tiers), zirconia and Emax restorations, surgical guides, implant components, digital and traditional dentures, Valplast flexible partials, night guards, and diagnostic wax-ups. The company pairs manufacturing with dedicated technical support representatives, free pickup/delivery, and continuing education programs for dentists.

Product overview

Arrowhead Dental Laboratory is a full-service dental laboratory offering a comprehensive portfolio of cosmetic and restorative dental products. The company provides three tiers of aesthetic crown restorations: Elite (premium Emax cosmetic crowns), Bella (high-quality mid-market option), and Traditional (aesthetic grade affordable crowns). Their implant solutions include EZGuide (surgical guides), Implant Complete (all-inclusive implant packages), and Custom Abutments. The laboratory also offers removable prosthetics including Digital Dentures (3D-printed workflow), Valplast flexible partials, and traditional dentures. Additional products include White Wax diagnostic models, Radiant Veneers, night guards, sports guards, and various dental appliances. All products are supported by dedicated technical support representatives and integrated with major intraoral scanner platforms for digital case submission.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Elite Emax Crowns Arrowhead's signature premium Emax cosmetic dental crowns representing the highest quality tier in the company's portfolio. Handcrafted by master technicians with state-of-the-art technology and unprecedented porcelain application creating translucent, lifelike restorations that reflect light naturally. For dentists seeking top-tier aesthetic outcomes.
• Bella Crowns High aesthetic quality all-ceramic crown at a mid-market price point. Uses premium opal porcelains to deliver natural fluorescence, pressed marginal integrity, and low wear at a lower cost than the Elite tier. For dentists balancing aesthetics and patient budget.
• Traditional Crowns Aesthetic grade crowns providing value and quality at an affordable price point. Produced in the USA under FDA, ADA, and NADL guidelines. For practices needing everyday aesthetic-grade restorations.
• emax Prime Zirconia Next-generation zirconia restoration combining premium aesthetics with 1,200 MPa flexural strength. Suitable for any indication from single crowns to 14-unit bridges. For dentists needing high-strength, aesthetic zirconia restorations.
• EZGuide Surgical Stent Customized guided surgical stent for predictable dental implant placement, built using CBCT scans and DICOM files. For implant dentists and oral surgeons seeking accuracy and predictability.
• Implant Complete All-inclusive implant solution with predictable flat-fee pricing. Includes premium Arrowhead restoration (e.max Press or Zir-MAX), custom-milled titanium abutment from 510(k)-cleared manufacturer, soft tissue model, lab analog, and seating jig. PFM option available. For dentists placing implants.
• White Wax-Up Diagnostic Models Diagnostic White Wax-Up service producing stunning 3D models for patient case presentations. Includes Temporary Matrix for creating chairside temps in 15 minutes and Clear Reduction Guide for precise prep execution. For dentists improving case acceptance.
• Digital Dentures Digitally fabricated dentures using intraoral scanner data and 3D-printed try-in dentures for fit verification before final production. Reduces patient visits while maintaining quality. For dentists offering efficient digital denture workflows.
• Valplast Flexible Dentures Flexible partial dentures made from thermoplastic nylon resin. Thinner, more flexible, and more durable than traditional metal and acrylic dentures with lifetime warranty for fractures and breaks. For dentists seeking aesthetic, comfortable partial solutions.
• New Dentist CE Plan Continuing education package for new dentists (1-10 years in practice) including 3 courses totaling 42 hours of CE credit. Special pricing of $6,995 (down payment $3,497, remainder $3,498 prior to first course), valued at over $10,000. Multi-year contract.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dr. Cody Bauer more than doubled his income in first three years of practice using Arrowhead's New Dentist CE Plan
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dr Dick Barnes GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1983Arrowhead has been a sponsor of the Dr. Dick Barnes Group for over 40 years. They have worked closely with instructors to develop curriculum that can be immediately implemented within dental practices. Arrowhead hosts Dr. Dick Barnes Group courses at their laboratory facility in Sandy, Utah.
• UPS GlobalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArrowhead has partnered with UPS to provide expanded delivery options and times. They offer free shipping both ways to dental practices. UPS handles international shipping with one-day delivery to Canada and two-day delivery to most European cities.
• National Association of Dental Laboratories (NADL)minorOthersArrowhead is associated with the NADL, maintaining certification and alignment with industry standards for dental laboratories.
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)minorOthersArrowhead exhibits at AACD conferences and is associated with aesthetic dentistry professionals.
• iTerocoreTechnology or IntegrationArrowhead is integrated with iTero scanners. Dentists can add Arrowhead as their lab using Lab ID 2113, [email protected], and submit cases directly from their iTero scanner.
• Cerec/Sirona (DS Core)coreTechnology or IntegrationArrowhead is integrated with Cerec/Sirona systems. Dentists can search for and add Arrowhead Dental Lab through CEREC Connect or DS Core platforms to submit digital cases.
• 3Shape (Trios)coreTechnology or IntegrationArrowhead is integrated with 3Shape/Trios scanners through 3Shape Communicate. Dentists can send connection requests to Arrowhead at [email protected].
• Digital Dental Exchange (DDX)coreTechnology or IntegrationArrowhead is set up for the Digital Dental Exchange (DDX) portal, a secure and reliable source of data transfer for digital case submission.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National Dentex (NDX): Network of full-service dental laboratories providing crowns, bridges, dentures and implants across the US. Competes head-to-head with Arrowhead on restorative breadth and multi-product dentist relationships.
• Burbank Dental Lab: Full-service dental laboratory specializing in crowns, implants, dentures and digital workflows. Comparable in size, product breadth and dentist-direct go-to-market motion.
• Glidewell Laboratories: Largest US dental laboratory, offering crowns, bridges, implants and digital dental solutions to dentists nationwide. Closest direct competitor to Arrowhead in full-service restorative and implant-supported lab work.
• Bayshore Dental Studio: Dental laboratory focused on aesthetic and implant restorations with dedicated case planning support. Comparable niche positioning in cosmetic and full-arch cases.
• MicroDental Laboratories: Premium cosmetic and implant dental laboratory serving dentists in North America. Direct comparable in the high-aesthetic Elite-tier segment where Arrowhead competes on cosmetic restorations.

Broad incumbents

• Dentsply Sirona: Largest dental equipment and technology manufacturer, including the Cerec/DS Core chairside CAD/CAM systems that compete directly with external lab services. Relevant both as a partner (scanner integration) and substitute (in-office milling).
• Modern Dental Group: Global dental prosthetic and lab group with manufacturing across multiple geographies. Comparable in product categories (crowns, bridges, dentures, aligners) at much larger, multi-region scale.
• 3M Oral Care: Diversified dental products company with intraoral scanner (Lava) and restorative materials. Comparable as a broad incumbent partner and adjacent competitor in lab-side digital workflow.

Others

• Ivoclar Vivadent: Major dental materials manufacturer supplying the e.max ceramic system used in Arrowhead's premium Elite and Implant Complete restorations. Critical upstream supplier and ecosystem participant.

Regional players

• Aurum Ceramic / Aurum Group: Canadian dental laboratory network offering premium aesthetic and implant restorations across North America. Comparable in premium cosmetic tier and dentist-direct service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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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