Valley Dental

What Valley Dental does

Valley Dental is a privately-held, owner-operated dental practice founded in 1993 by Dr. Ana Cariaga, DMD, headquartered in City of Industry, California with a second location in Walnut, California opened approximately in 2019. The practice delivers the full continuum of general, cosmetic, restorative, periodontal, and oral surgery services — including dental implants, All-on-4 implants, porcelain crowns and veneers, Invisalign, dentures and bridges, root canals, and laser-assisted gum therapy — supported by a clinical team of approximately ten staff members across both sites, including two general dentists, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon (Dr. Ian Woo), hygienists, dental assistants, and front-desk personnel. The practice runs on a digital clinical technology stack consisting of 3D digital scanning, digital X-ray sensors, intraoral cameras, and laser dentistry equipment, replacing traditional impression materials and film radiography with chairside digital workflows.

The business operates on a fee-for-service model with pay-as-you-go billing: patients pay per procedure (cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, implants, Invisalign, extractions) and the practice accepts most dental insurance plans as well as cash, checks, credit cards, and third-party installment financing from CareCredit, LendingClub, and Sunbit. A discounted $89 new-patient special (cleaning, exam, and X-rays) anchors top-of-funnel acquisition, alongside Invisalign, implant, and whitening promotions. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through both physical offices — which serve as the only distribution channel — supported by a mix of Google local search, Facebook (facebook.com/valleydentalindustry), Yelp, the practice website (myvalleydental.com) with online appointment requests, and community events such as annual toy drives with local fire departments, Hope House partnerships, and the Soldier's Angels Adopt-a-Family program. Patient acquisition is reinforced by long-tenured word-of-mouth referrals: multiple patients in the source material cite 15-20+ year relationships with the practice, including multi-generational family attendance across both office locations.

Name

Valley Dental

Legal name

Valley Dental

Website

https://myvalleydental.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Valley Dental is a privately-held, two-location California dental practice founded in 1993 by Dr. Ana Cariaga, serving individuals and families in City of Industry, Walnut, and surrounding San Gabriel Valley communities with preventive, cosmetic, restorative, periodontal, and oral surgery services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (6212)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Periodontal Maintenance & Supportive Care (HLABACAB), Comprehensive Orthodontic Clinics (HLABABAA)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Cosmetic dental treatments
• Restorative dental care
• Oral surgery services
• Periodontal disease treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

City Of Industry

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Service Fees: Fee-for-service dental care covering preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments. Revenue generated from individual procedures including cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, veneers, Invisalign, extractions, and periodontal care. Accepts dental insurance and offers third-party financing through CareCredit, LendingClub, and Sunbit.
2. Third-Party Financing Programs: Partnership with financing providers to offer payment plans for patients, enabling treatment affordability and expanding the patient base to those who need installment options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Valley Dental is a two-location dental practice providing comprehensive preventive, cosmetic, restorative, periodontal, oral surgery, and pediatric dental services to individuals and families in the San Gabriel Valley region of California. The practice delivers treatments including cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, implants, Invisalign, dentures, root canals, extractions, periodontal therapy, and sleep apnea/snoring solutions, supported by digital scanning, digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and laser dentistry technology. Services are billed on a fee-for-service basis with insurance accepted and third-party patient financing available.

Product overview

Valley Dental is a dental practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of dental services across two locations in City of Industry and Walnut, California. The practice provides a unified care platform combining Cosmetic Dentistry (Porcelain Dental Veneers, Invisalign Clear Aligners, Teeth Whitening, Dental Bonding), General & Family Dentistry (Dental Cleanings, Dental Exams, Fluoride Treatment, Night Guards, Oral Cancer Screening, Pediatric Dental Care, Sleep Apnea Treatment, Snoring Treatment, Tooth Extractions), Restorative Dentistry (All-on-4 Dental Implants, Dental Implants, Dentures, Implant-Supported Dentures, Dental Bridges, Porcelain Dental Crowns, Root Canal Treatment, Dental Inlays & Onlays, Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings), Oral Surgery, and Periodontal Care. The practice also incorporates advanced Dental Technology including Digital Scanning, Digital X-Rays, Intraoral Cameras, and Laser Dentistry to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Porcelain Dental Veneers Thin, custom-made porcelain shells designed to cover the front of teeth to improve shape, color, and overall appearance, typically completed in two visits. Target patient: individuals seeking cosmetic improvement of stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth.
• Invisalign Clear Aligners Orthodontic treatment using custom-made clear plastic aligners to gradually straighten teeth without metal brackets or wires. Target patient: adults and older teens seeking discrete orthodontic tooth straightening.
• Teeth Whitening Cosmetic procedure using whitening solution to break down stains and discoloration, typically completed in under an hour. Target patient: individuals seeking brighter smile through stain removal.
• Dental Bonding Versatile, cost-effective solution using tooth-colored resin to repair chipped teeth, close gaps, improve tooth color and shape, completed in one visit. Target patient: patients needing minor cosmetic repair or gap closure.
• Dental Cleanings Professional cleaning and polishing of teeth to prevent tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath, recommended every six months. Target patient: individuals and families needing routine preventive care.
• Dental Exams Thorough evaluation of oral health including assessment of teeth, gums, X-rays, and screening for cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer. Target patient: individuals and families needing routine oral health evaluation.
• Fluoride Treatment Preventive treatment applying fluoride gel or foam directly to teeth to strengthen enamel and reduce risk of cavities. Target patient: children and cavity-prone adults seeking cavity prevention.
• Night Guards Custom-fitted dental device protecting teeth from grinding or clenching during sleep, also used for TMJ disorder relief. Target patient: patients with bruxism or TMJ disorder.
• Oral Cancer Screening Painless examination of mouth, tongue, and throat for early detection of oral cancer, recommended at least once a year. Target patient: adults wanting routine oral cancer screening.
• Pediatric Dental Care Dental care services specifically designed for children to establish good oral hygiene habits from a young age. Target patient: children and their parents.
• Sleep Apnea Treatment Treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that may benefit from oral surgery interventions or oral appliances. Target patient: individuals with obstructive sleep apnea.
• Snoring Treatment Dental solutions to address snoring issues and improve sleep quality, often via oral appliances. Target patient: individuals experiencing disruptive snoring.
• Tooth Extractions Professional removal of teeth, including routine and surgical extractions for damaged or problematic teeth, including wisdom teeth. Target patient: patients needing removal of damaged or impacted teeth.
• All-on-4 Dental Implants Revolutionary procedure using four strategically placed dental implants to support a full fixed set of replacement teeth. Target patient: edentulous or near-edentulous patients seeking a full-arch fixed prosthetic.
• Dental Implants Permanent tooth replacement solution consisting of an implant post anchored in the jawbone and an implant restoration to replace missing teeth. Target patient: adults with one or more missing teeth.
• Dentures Lifelike dental prosthetic replacing missing teeth, available as complete or partial dentures for patients with significant tooth loss. Target patient: patients with significant tooth loss.
• Implant-Supported Dentures Hybrid solution combining dental implants with traditional dentures for increased stability and comfort compared to removable dentures. Target patient: denture patients seeking improved retention and stability.
• Dental Bridges Fixed dental restoration bridging gaps between missing teeth using abutment teeth for support. Target patient: patients missing one or a few adjacent teeth with healthy adjacent teeth for support.
• Porcelain Dental Crowns Protective cap covering damaged or weakened teeth, custom-made from porcelain for natural appearance and durability. Target patient: patients with damaged, cracked, or weakened teeth.
• Root Canal Treatment Procedure to remove infected dental pulp, clean and disinfect the inner tooth, and seal it to prevent further infection and save the natural tooth. Target patient: patients with infected or severely decayed teeth needing pulp therapy.
• Dental Inlays & Onlays Restorative treatment for moderate to large cavities or structural damage, more conservative than full crowns but more substantial than fillings. Target patient: patients with moderate to large decay not warranting a full crown.
• Tooth-Colored Dental Fillings Composite resin dental fillings matching natural tooth color for seamless, virtually invisible restoration of decayed or damaged teeth. Target patient: patients with cavities or minor tooth damage.
• Oral Surgery Specialized dental procedures addressing complex issues including wisdom teeth extraction, jaw correction, cyst removal, and facial trauma repair. Target patient: patients needing complex surgical dental care, with board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgical capability on staff.
• Periodontal Care Treatment and management of gum disease including deep cleaning, scaling, root planing, and surgical methods when necessary. Target patient: patients diagnosed with gingivitis or periodontitis.
• Digital Scanning Service 3D digital impression service using a handheld scanner to capture images of teeth and oral structures, eliminating need for traditional messy impression materials. Target patient: patients undergoing restorative or orthodontic treatments needing digital impressions.
• Digital X-Rays Service Advanced diagnostic imaging service using digital sensors to capture detailed images of teeth and jawbone with significantly less radiation than traditional X-rays. Target patient: patients needing diagnostic imaging for exams, treatment planning, or restorative procedures.
• Intraoral Cameras Service Diagnostic and patient-education service using small, high-tech handheld cameras to provide detailed visual examination of oral structures for diagnosis and case presentation. Target patient: patients who benefit from visual confirmation of oral conditions.
• Laser Dentistry Service Precise, minimally invasive dental treatment service using focused light energy for cavity treatment, gum disease, root canals, and oral surgery with reduced discomfort and recovery time. Target patient: patients seeking less invasive, more comfortable procedures.

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Hope House for the Multi-Handicapped, Inc.minorOthersCommunity partnership spanning approximately 3 years. Valley Dental works with Hope House, a facility for children and families with special needs and disabilities, providing donations, fundraisers, and holiday toy drives to support their community.
• Soldier's AngelsminorOthersIn 2022, Valley Dental participated in Soldier's Angels' Adopt-a-Family program, providing Christmas gifts and dinner to a local military family. Dr. Cariaga also supports patients involved in missions through Intervarsity, One Collective Ministry and Cru Ministry.
• Fire Department 118 (City of Industry)minorOthersAnnual holiday toy drive partnership for the last three years with Fire Department 118 in City of Industry. Raffle prizes including electric toothbrushes awarded to donors.
• Fire Department 61 (Walnut)minorOthersAnnual holiday toy drive partnership with Fire Department 61 in Walnut for community outreach and donation drives.
• UFC Gym City of IndustryminorOthersCommunity partnership event participation at UFC Gym in City of Industry.
• 24 Hour Fitness WalnutminorOthersCommunity partnership event participation at 24 Hour Fitness in Walnut.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Aspen Dental:

Broad incumbents

• Gentle Dental: Gentle Dental is a multi-location dental group practice with strong presence in Southern California, offering comprehensive family, cosmetic, and specialty dental services — directly comparable to Valley Dental's full-service, multi-office model.
• Western Dental & Orthodontics: Western Dental operates one of the largest dental service organizations in California, providing general, orthodontic, and specialty dental services — comparable as a large-scale competitor serving a similar patient base in the same regional market.
• Bright Now! Dental: Bright Now! Dental is a multi-location dental group practice offering general, cosmetic, and specialty dental services across California — closely aligned with Valley Dental's positioning as a comprehensive family dental provider.
• Pacific Dental Services: PDS Health is one of the largest dental service organizations in the U.S., supporting hundreds of general and specialty dental practices — relevant as a benchmark for the scale and structure that Valley Dental's multi-location model could evolve toward.
• Smile Brands: Smile Brands is a dental support organization providing business support to affiliated general and specialty dental practices nationwide — comparable as an established DSO operating in the same broad space as Valley Dental.
• Heartland Dental: Heartland Dental is the largest dental support organization in the U.S., backing thousands of dentist-led practices — relevant as a large-scale DSO peer illustrating the operational scale and corporate structure that contrasts with Valley Dental's independent model.
• Sonrava Health: Sonrava Health is a national dental and orthodontic support organization with brands including Bright Now! Dental, Western Dental, and others — comparable as a large DSO platform overlapping Valley Dental's general, orthodontic, and specialty service lines in California.
• Coast Dental: Coast Dental is a dental group practice network offering general, cosmetic, and specialty dental services across multiple U.S. states — comparable as a multi-site dental services operator with overlapping patient demographic and service mix.

Direct peers

• Imagecare Dental Group: Imagecare Dental Group is a Southern California-based group dental practice offering preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry — directly comparable to Valley Dental as a small, multi-location private group practice operating in the same regional geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/valleydentalindustry
• Xx.com/myvalleydental
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/myvalleydental

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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