Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

What Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics does

Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics is a private, dual-specialty pediatric dental and orthodontic practice operating two clinical locations in the Albuquerque, New Mexico metro area (East Side and West Side). The practice provides oral healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents — including patients with special healthcare needs — and extends orthodontic services to adults. Its legal operating entity is Choice Healthcare Services, with the consumer-facing brand also referenced as Smiles for Kids Childrens Dentistry and Children's Choice Dental Care. Spencer J. Tasker is identified as Co-founder, Chairman, and Chief Technical Officer.

The clinical service catalog spans preventive care (cleanings, fluoride, sealants, nutrition counseling), restorative procedures (fillings, crowns, oral surgery), specialized pediatric services (laser frenectomies for lip and tongue-tie revision, in-office IV deep sedation by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist, and hospital-based dentistry under general anesthesia), and orthodontics (traditional braces, Invisalign, retainers, and adult treatment). Technology is centered on digital X-ray imaging (reducing radiation exposure by up to 80% versus traditional X-rays) and a soft-tissue laser used in frenectomy procedures. The practice accepts Medicaid/Medi-Cal Dental and most insurance plans, and offers a $99 down payment promotion on braces and aligners with flexible financing.

The go-to-market model is direct-to-consumer across two physical sites, with phone- and web-based appointment booking, after-hours emergency lines, and a content-marketing presence (blog, Facebook, Instagram, local SEO). Patient volume is described as thousands of customers served. The practice holds professional memberships with the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, and Academy of General Dentistry, and is governed by applicable U.S. healthcare and dental board regulations. No public financials, funding rounds, or AI/ML capabilities are disclosed in the source data.

Name

Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics

Legal name

Choice Healthcare Services

Website

https://smilesforkidsdentistry.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics is a private pediatric dental and orthodontic practice operating two Albuquerque locations under Choice Healthcare Services, serving infants through adolescents (and adults for orthodontics) with preventive, restorative, sedation, and laser frenectomy services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLABAGAA

Preventive & Wellness Pediatric Dentistry (Cleanings/Fluoride/Sealants)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABAGAB

Pediatric Restorative Dentistry (Fillings/Crowns/Pulp Therapy)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABAGAC

Pediatric Sedation & Anesthesia Dentistry

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABAGAD

Special Needs Pediatric Dentistry

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABAGAE

Hospital-Based & Medically Complex Pediatric Dentistry

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABAGAG

Interceptive/Phase I Pediatric Orthodontics

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Pediatric Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABABAB

Pediatric Orthodontics

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

SECONDARYHLABABAA

Comprehensive Orthodontic Clinics

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

SECONDARYHLABABAC

Adult Orthodontics

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

SECONDARYHLABAKAC

Orthodontic Group Practices

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) & Group Practices

Keywords

• Pediatric dental services
• Orthodontic treatment
• Special needs dentistry
• Sedation dentistry
• Preventive dental care

Headquarters

HQ city

Albuquerque

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pediatric Dental Services: Recurring and one-time dental services including preventive care (cleanings, checkups), restorative procedures (fillings, crowns), and surgical procedures for infants, children, and adolescents
2. Orthodontic Treatment: Orthodontic services including braces and clear aligners for children and adults, with initial down payment and ongoing treatment fees
3. Sedation and Hospital Dentistry: Specialized sedation services and hospital-based dental care for patients with dental phobia, developmental delays, or complex medical conditions
4. Insurance and Medicaid Payments: Revenue from accepting Medi-Cal Dental, Medicaid, and most insurance plans

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics provides pediatric dental care (preventive, restorative, frenectomies, fluoride, sealants, oral surgery) and orthodontic treatment (braces, Invisalign, retainers) for infants, children, adolescents, and adults across two Albuquerque offices. The practice specializes in serving children with special healthcare needs and offers sedation options ranging from nitrous oxide to in-office IV deep sedation and hospital-based dentistry under general anesthesia, while accepting Medicaid/Medi-Cal Dental and most insurance plans with flexible financing.

Product overview

Smiles For Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics is a dual-specialty pediatric dental and orthodontic practice offering comprehensive oral healthcare services for children from infancy through adolescence, as well as adults. The practice operates on a unified platform combining pediatric dentistry services (including preventive care, restorative procedures, sedation dentistry, hospital dentistry, and special needs dentistry) with orthodontic treatments (traditional braces, Invisalign, retainers, and early intervention). Key services include frenectomies using laser technology, digital X-rays with reduced radiation, and various sedation options from nitrous oxide to IV deep sedation. The practice emphasizes accessibility through Medicaid acceptance and flexible payment plans.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pediatric Dentistry
• Frenectomies (Lip and Tongue Tie Revision) Simple oral surgery procedure using laser technology to remove the connective tissue (frenum) between the lips/teeth or under the tongue to improve feeding, speech, and oral development.
• Special Needs Dentistry Comprehensive preventive and therapeutic dental care specifically designed for patients with special healthcare needs.
• Sedation Dentistry Safe sedation options for extensive procedures or patients with dental phobia or difficulty sitting still, including nitrous oxide and oral sedatives.
• In-Office Deep Sedation IV sedation administered by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist where patients are asleep and continuously monitored during dental procedures.
• Pediatric Hospital Dentistry Hospital-based dental care under general anesthesia for children with dental phobia, major dental treatment needs, or developmental delays.
• Orthodontics Specialized treatment for realigning the jaw and teeth, including traditional braces, clear aligners, and other corrective appliances for children and adults.
• Adult Orthodontic Treatment Orthodontic treatment for adult patients including discreet options like clear aligners and barely noticeable appliances.
• Invisalign Clear aligner orthodontic treatment for straightening teeth with virtually invisible removable aligners.
• Retainers Post-orthodontic devices to maintain teeth alignment, available in permanent (bonded) and removable (clear/Hawley) options.
• Digital X-Rays Advanced digital imaging technology that reduces radiation exposure by up to 80% compared with traditional X-rays.
• Fluoride Treatment Preventive treatment using fluoride to strengthen tooth enamel and protect against tooth decay.
• Oral Surgery Surgical dental procedures including tooth extractions and other oral surgical interventions.
• Dental Sealants Thin plastic coatings painted onto molars to prevent cavities by sealing grooves and pits where food particles can accumulate.
• Mouth Guards Custom-fitted oral devices to protect teeth from grinding (bruxism) or sports-related injuries.
• Nutrition & Oral Health Counseling Dietary guidance and nutritional counseling to promote healthy eating patterns that support oral health.

Quantifiable outcome

• Digital X-rays reduce radiation exposure by up to 80% compared with traditional X-rays

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Medicaid / Medi-Cal DentalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe practice accepts Medi-Cal Dental and has partnered with Medicaid to offer low and no-cost dental services for children in the community. This partnership enables families with Medicaid coverage to access quality pediatric dental and orthodontic care.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Choice Healthcare Services: The DSO parent organization of Smiles For Kids. Operates pediatric dental and orthodontic practices under multi-brand model (Children's Choice Dental Care), sharing clinical recruiting, billing, and operational infrastructure. Most directly comparable given shared ownership and operating model.
• Children's Choice Dental Care: Sibling brand under Choice Healthcare Services offering pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. Identical service mix (sedation, hospital dentistry, special needs) and shared corporate infrastructure; effectively the same operating model in different geographies.
• Kool Smiles: Pediatric-focused DSO with heavy Medicaid/CHIP acceptance across multiple states. Comparable in target demographic (underserved pediatric patients), insurance mix, and multi-location group practice model.
• Small Smiles Pediatric Dentistry: Pediatric dental group practice serving Medicaid and CHIP populations with multiple offices. Directly comparable in pediatric specialization, Medicaid-accepting model, and multi-location DSO structure.
• Just Kids Dental: Multi-location pediatric dental practice specializing in care for infants through teens, including those with special healthcare needs. Comparable service portfolio (preventive, restorative, sedation, hospital dentistry) in a similar regional group model.
• Children's Dental Health: Large pediatric dental group practice with multiple offices across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable in dual pediatric dentistry and orthodontics service mix, board-certified pediatric dentist staffing model, and multi-location operating approach.

Broad incumbents

• Heartland Dental: Largest US dental support organization providing non-clinical support to general and specialty dental offices. Comparable as a DSO operating model, but broader (general dentistry, multiple specialties) rather than pediatric-focused.
• Pacific Dental Services: Large DSO supporting dental practices across the US including pediatric and orthodontic service lines. Comparable DSO infrastructure and multi-specialty positioning, though broader in scope than a pediatric-only operator.
• Smile Brands: Multi-brand dental support organization with affiliated dental practices including general, specialty, and pediatric offerings. Comparable DSO structure with multi-state footprint, though not exclusively pediatric-focused.
• Aspen Dental: Large DSO with branded dental practices nationwide. Comparable in DSO structure and payer mix management, though focused primarily on general dentistry and adult patients rather than the pediatric specialty niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SmilesForKidsEastside
• Instagraminstagram.com/smilesforkids_dentistry
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/smiles-for-kids-dentistry

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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