Sherwood Dental

What Sherwood Dental does

Sherwood Dental is a privately held, single-location dental practice based in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada, operating continuously for over 50 years since its founding around 1970-1974 by Dr. Andrew Ference. The practice delivers a full spectrum of dental services organized into general dentistry, preventative care, cosmetic dentistry (teeth whitening, veneers, bonding), restorative dentistry (crowns, bridges, implants, dentures), oral surgery (extractions, wisdom teeth removal), pediatric and family dentistry, orthodontic treatment (Invisalign), and sedation dentistry (oral sedation and nitrous oxide). Clinical technology includes the iTero intraoral digital scanner for digital impressions and treatment visualization, digital X-ray imaging (advertised at approximately 70% less radiation than film), laser therapy for cold-sore treatment in early stages, OraVerse anesthesia reversal, and Dyclonine rinses for patients with sensitive gag reflex. The patient roster is served by six or more dentists (Drs. Avnish Ghai, Rakesh Patel, Paul Holzman, Betty Pan, Lucas Milne, Raghav Ahuja, and John Michaiel) supported by dental hygienists, dental assistants, and an administrative team, with total headcount in the 11-50 range.

The practice operates on a fee-for-service transaction model, billing patients or their insurance providers directly per service rendered. It accepts direct billing to major insurance carriers, offers payment plans for uninsured patients, and participates in government and assistance programs including Non-Insured Health Benefits, ADSC, and the IFHP Refugee program. Revenue is generated across an extensive service catalog and is paid through a mix of insurance reimbursement, direct patient payment, and program funding. Patient acquisition is driven by community involvement and charitable sponsorships, an educational blog covering oral health topics, Google patient reviews, an email newsletter, a dedicated referring-doctors program that accepts X-ray transfers via the Canadian Dental Association's CDA Net Secure Send platform, and direct appointment booking via phone and online forms. The practice runs extended hours (Monday-Thursday 7am-8pm, Friday 7am-4pm, Saturday 8am-4pm) to accommodate working families and offers same-day emergency dental care.

Sherwood Dental is BBB Accredited, has no subsidiaries, no parent company, and no disclosed external funding or institutional investment. The practice serves a diversified consumer base in Sherwood Park and surrounding Alberta communities, including families with children, patients with dental anxiety, accessibility-needs patients, seniors, and uninsured or underinsured patients. Ownership appears to reside with the founding dentist and possibly other dentist principals, and the company has no public listing or traded securities.

Name

Sherwood Dental

Legal name

Sherwood Dental

Website

https://sherwoodparkdental.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sherwood Dental is a privately held, single-location dental practice in Sherwood Park, Alberta, serving local families for over 50 years. It offers comprehensive general, cosmetic, restorative, surgical, and orthodontic dental services through six dentists, with extended hours, sedation options, and digital clinical technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Dentistry

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

akta.pro primary industry

General Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Emergency/Urgent General Dentistry (Walk-In/After-Hours General Care) (HLABAAAJ)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Family dental practice
• Cosmetic dental care
• Preventative dental hygiene
• Restorative dental treatments

Headquarters

HQ city

Sherwood Park

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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 Services Revenue: Fee-for-service dental care including preventive (exams, cleanings, x-rays), restorative (fillings, crowns, bridges, implants), cosmetic (whitening, bonding, veneers), surgical (extractions, wisdom teeth), orthodontic (Invisalign), and periodontal services. Accepts direct billing to insurance providers and offers payment plans for uninsured patients.
2. Direct Billing and Payment Plans: Direct billing to insurance companies for insured patients. Offers payment plans for those without insurance. Accepts assistance programs including Non-Insured Heath Benefits, ADSC, and IFHP Refugee program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Sherwood Dental is a private dental practice offering comprehensive general, preventative, cosmetic, restorative, surgical, orthodontic, and emergency dental services to families in Sherwood Park, Alberta. The practice employs 6+ dentists plus hygienists and support staff, using digital dental technology including iTero intraoral scanning and digital X-rays. Services are delivered in a single physical office with extended weekday and Saturday hours.

Product overview

Sherwood Dental is a comprehensive dental practice offering a broad portfolio of services organized into ten main categories: Emergency Dental for urgent care; General Dentistry covering routine exams, cleanings, and fillings; Cosmetic Dentistry including teeth whitening, veneers, and bonding; Restorative Dentistry with crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures; Preventative Dentistry for hygiene therapy and sealants; Oral Surgery for extractions; Family and Pediatric Dentistry serving all ages; Sedation Dentistry with oral and nitrous oxide options; and advanced technology including iTero digital scanning and digital X-rays. The practice serves Sherwood Park families and accepts new patients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Emergency Dental Immediate dental care for urgent conditions such as dental trauma, severe pain, and dental abscesses that require prompt attention, available for walk-ins and same-day appointments.
• General Dentistry Comprehensive oral health care including oral exams, teeth cleaning, digital X-rays, fillings, root canal therapy, and periodontal treatment for adult patients.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Aesthetic dental procedures including teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, dental bonding, and cold sore removal to improve smile appearance.
• Restorative Dentistry Tooth repair and replacement services including dental crowns, fixed bridges, dental implants, and dentures to restore function and appearance.
• Preventative Dentistry Preventive oral health services including hygiene therapy, gum grafting, bruxism treatment, dental sealants, and TMD/TMJ management.
• Oral Surgery Surgical dental procedures including tooth extractions and wisdom teeth removal.
• Family Dentistry Dental services for patients of all ages, providing comprehensive care for the entire family in a single location.
• Pediatric Dentistry Specialized dental care for children with experienced staff, sedation options, and referrals to pediatric specialists when needed.
• Sedation Dentistry Anxiety-free dental experiences through oral sedation and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for apprehensive patients.
• Invisalign Clear aligner orthodontic treatment using a series of removable, virtually invisible trays to gradually straighten teeth.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% less radiation exposure with digital X-rays compared to traditional film X-rays
• +1 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• SHINE Dental Clinic (University of Alberta)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStudent-run organization established through University of Alberta that provides dental care for youth at no cost. Dr. Yeung (former Sherwood Dental dentist) volunteered at SHINE while in dental school. Reference source for uninsured children dental care options.
• NAIT Dental Assisting ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership providing discounted teeth cleaning and fluoride application services to children and teens.
• NAIT Denturist Technology ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership providing lower-cost denture services to patients. All services provided by students under registered practitioner supervision.
• University of Alberta School of DentistryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership accepting certain patients depending on school's educational needs for treatment. Dental care delivered in educational setting with faculty supervision.
• University of Alberta Orthodontic ClinicminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLower-cost orthodontic option for children who need braces and may not have coverage or have limited orthodontic coverage under parents' insurance.
• Boyle McCauley Health Centre Dental ClinicminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity health center offering dental care to adults who may have difficulties accessing a dental office, including those with mental illnesses, addictions, social barriers, and financial hardships.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Dentalcorp: Canada's largest network of dental practices, operating hundreds of affiliated clinics across the country. Directly comparable to Sherwood Dental as a multi-dentist general/family dentistry operator, but at national DSO scale.
• 123Dentist: Canadian DSO supporting a large network of dental practices with shared marketing, operations, and clinical resources. Closely comparable business model to Sherwood Dental's multi-dentist group practice structure.
• Altima Dental: Canadian dental group practice network offering general, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry across multiple clinics. Comparable multi-dentist, multi-service model to Sherwood Dental.
• Dawson Dental: Canadian-owned dental group with multiple Ontario clinics offering general, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry. Comparable mid-sized group practice operator in the Canadian market.
• Affinity Dental Group: Multi-location Canadian dental group offering comprehensive family, cosmetic, and specialty services. Comparable group-practice structure and service breadth to Sherwood Dental.

Broad incumbents

• Monarch Dental: Multi-state US dental group practice chain offering general, orthodontic, and specialty services. Comparable multi-dentist family dentistry model but at materially larger regional scale.
• Aspen Dental: One of the largest US DSOs with hundreds of affiliated practices offering general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. Comparable multi-dentist family model but at national scale and with corporate backing.
• Heartland Dental: Largest US dental support organization supporting thousands of dentists across general and specialty practices. Comparable in core dental service offering but at vastly larger enterprise scale.
• Pacific Dental Services: Major US DSO providing business support to hundreds of dental practices across general and specialty care. Comparable multi-dentist group model but at national platform scale.
• Western Dental & Orthodontics: Large US dental and orthodontic care provider operating hundreds of clinics. Comparable in offering general + orthodontic + specialty dentistry under one roof, but at much broader geographic scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sherwoodental
• Facebookfacebook.com/SherwoodParkDental

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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