The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic

What The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic does

The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic is a private dental practice headquartered at 5 Innovation Court, Stockton-on-Tees, UK, operating as a trading subsidiary of Portman Healthcare Limited within the Portman Dental Care group. The clinic delivers a full-service private dentistry offering spanning general dentistry (crowns, hygiene, root canal, children's dentistry), cosmetic dentistry (porcelain and composite veneers, smile makeovers, teeth whitening, composite bonding), orthodontics (Invisalign), restorative implantology (single, multiple, and overdenture implants), prosthetic dentistry including the SEMCD suction denture technique, and IV sedation for anxious patients. Clinical technology rests on the Straumann premium implant system, VELScope oral cancer screening integrated into hygiene appointments, and 3D CT imaging for pre-operative implant planning.

The practice employs approximately 28 staff including 7 dentists, 5 hygienists and therapists, 11 dental nurses, and 3 management personnel, supported by specialist credentials such as a Diploma in Implant Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons and MSc-level implantology training. Patient acquisition runs through online booking, phone enquiries, word-of-mouth referrals, and TV-led testimonial campaigns featuring real patient stories, with the practice holding a 4.9/5 Google rating across 197 reviews and multiple Private Dentistry "Best Smile Makeover UK" awards dating back to 2006.

Revenue is generated primarily through pay-as-you-go procedure pricing (implant placements from £1,512, single tooth implants from £2,179, Invisalign from £3,060, veneers from £495 per unit) supplemented by a recurring Dental Membership Plan subscription (from £17.50/month basic, £23.90/month adult) and patient finance facilitated through Secure Trust Bank / V12 Retail Finance with 0% APR options. Weekend emergency coverage is provided through an affiliated Durham practice, extending service availability across the Teesside region.

Name

The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic

Legal name

Portman Healthcare Limited

Website

https://thesmilespa.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic is a private dental practice in Stockton-on-Tees, UK, operating within the Portman Dental Care group and serving Teesside-area consumers with general, cosmetic, orthodontic, implant, and sedation dentistry across approximately 28 staff.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Dentistry Services

NAICS

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

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Cosmetic & Esthetic Dentistry (Veneers/Whitening/Bonding) (HLABAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Dental Implant Placement (Surgical Implantology) (HLABACAE), Implant Prosthodontics (Implant-Supported Restorations) (HLABAFAC), Comprehensive Orthodontic Clinics (HLABABAA), Aesthetic/Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry (Smile Design) (HLABAFAE)

Keywords

• Private dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Dental implants
• Orthodontic treatments
• Teeth straightening

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockton-on-tees

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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 Treatment Services: One-time dental procedures including examinations, extractions, fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, implants, and cosmetic treatments. Revenue is generated per procedure with pricing varying based on complexity.
2. Membership Plans: Monthly subscription plans providing routine examinations, hygienist treatment, oral cancer screening, and worldwide insurance cover. Membership starts from £17.50 per month for basic plans and £23.90 per month for adult plans, providing recurring revenue.
3. Finance Plans: Payment plans allowing patients to spread treatment costs over time with 0% APR and interest-bearing options available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic is a private dental practice in Stockton-on-Tees, UK, delivering general dentistry (check-ups, hygiene, crowns, root canals, children's dentistry), cosmetic dentistry (veneers, smile makeovers, whitening, composite bonding), orthodontic treatment (Invisalign), restorative dental implants (single, multiple, overdentures), dentures, and IV sedation services for anxious patients. Treatments are delivered by specialist clinicians using advanced systems including Straumann implants, VELScope screening, CT scanning, and SEMCD suction denture techniques.

Product overview

The Smile Spa Dental & Implant Clinic is a private dental practice offering a comprehensive range of dental treatments across multiple categories. The core offering includes general dentistry services (crowns, hygiene services, root canal treatment, anxiety treatments, children's dentistry) and a Dental Membership Plan subscription. Their cosmetic dentistry portfolio features Porcelain Veneers, Composite Veneers, Smile Makeovers, Teeth Whitening (including Smile Spa Premium Whitening), and Composite Bonding. Orthodontic treatment is provided through Invisalign braces. For restorative care, they offer Dental Implants using the Straumann Implant System, including Single Tooth Implants, Multiple Teeth Implants, and Implant Overdentures. Prosthetic solutions include Dentures (full, partial, implant-retained) and iDentures using the suction-effective technique. Additional services include Dental Sedation for anxious patients and VELScope oral cancer screening during hygiene appointments. The practice also utilises CT scanning for implant planning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Crowns
• Hygiene Services
• Root Canal Treatment
• Children's Dentistry
• Anxiety Treatments (Intravenous Sedation)
• Dental Membership Plan
• Porcelain Veneers
• Composite Veneers
• Smile Makeovers
• Teeth Whitening
• Composite Bonding
• Invisalign Braces
• Dental Implants
• Single Tooth Implants
• Multiple Teeth Implants
• Implant Overdentures
• Dentures
• Dental Sedation

Quantifiable outcome

• Dental implant success rate in excess of 98-99%
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 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

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Dr Jiro AbeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2017Chris Egan travelled to Japan in March 2017 to complete training in the revolutionary Suction Effective Mandibular Complete Dentures (SEMCD) technique developed by Dr Jiro Abe. This advanced technique is now offered at the practice.
• Portman Dental CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Smile Spa is a proud member of the Portman Dental Care group, the largest and fastest growing privately focused dental group in the UK. Portman provides shared vision, investment in people and technology, and operational support while the practice maintains its local identity and patient relationships.
• StraumanncoreTechnology or IntegrationBoth implant dentists Dr Greg Cadman and Dr Gabriel Simon use the Straumann Implant System for dental implant procedures. Straumann is a leading global implant system provider known for quality and reliability.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• SmileDirectClub (UK operations): Direct-to-consumer clear aligner provider operating in the UK at lower price points. Comparable as a competitive channel for entry-level orthodontics and teeth straightening consumers.

Broad incumbents

• Rodericks Dental Partners: UK dental group operating a portfolio of mixed NHS/private practices. Comparable in operating model and patient mix, with increasing private and cosmetic focus.
• Genix Healthcare: UK dental group with multiple practices offering general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. Comparable as a multi-site private practice operator targeting similar patient segments.
• Bupa Dental Care: One of the largest UK dental chains with a mix of NHS and private practices offering general, cosmetic, and orthodontic treatments. Comparable because it competes for the same UK private patient segments with a similar service mix.
• Portman Dental Care: Parent group and largest privately focused dental group in the UK. Comparable because it operates and acquires similar private UK dental practices, including The Smile Spa itself, with shared investment in technology and clinician development.
• Mydentist: Large UK dental group with hundreds of practices offering general and private dentistry. Comparable because of the broad private dentistry footprint, including cosmetic, orthodontic, and implant offerings across the UK.
• Together Dental: UK dental group providing NHS and private dentistry including cosmetic and implant services. Comparable as a multi-site private practice competitor in the UK regional markets.

Direct peers

• The Dental Surgery - Cornhill: High-end London private dental practice offering cosmetic, implant, and specialist treatments. Comparable as a premium, single-site private UK practice with a similar service mix focused on cosmetic and implant outcomes.
• Elleven Dental: London-based private dental and specialist orthodontic practice offering cosmetic, orthodontic, and implant treatments. Comparable as a high-end, single-site private practice competing on cosmetic and implant outcomes.

Regional players

• Damira Dental Studios: UK dental group with a strong southern footprint offering private and NHS dentistry including implants and cosmetic work. Comparable as a multi-site private practice operator with similar service mix, primarily in different UK geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thesmilespa
• Facebookfacebook.com/Smilespa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-smile-spa

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 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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