What Archtek does

Archtek Inc. (operating as Archtek Dental, LLC) is a Carmel, Indiana-based manufacturer of consumer and professional oral-care products founded in 1992. The portfolio centers on thermoformed dental trays produced via its proprietary Form-Fit Technology — a boil-and-bite process that lets end users obtain a custom-fit night guard, retainer, or whitening tray in roughly ten seconds of hot-water molding, at retail prices ranging from $4.99 to $22.99 per unit. The flagship Grind Guard line covers nighttime bruxism and sports-mouthguard use cases, complemented by the Flawless White whitening kit, Toothpaste Tablets, Stay Tray retainers, and denture/cleaning accessories. Manufacturing and warehousing are centralized in Indiana.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market model. Direct-to-consumer sales are anchored by archtekinc.com (with a $500 free-shipping threshold, account/wishlist functionality, and a first-order 5%-off promotion), while a separate wholesale program serves dental professionals in bulk. Distribution is layered: dental supply wholesalers including Henry Schein, Patterson Dental, Darby Dental, McKesson, and Smart Practice carry the professional line; consumer SKUs are stocked in regional grocers (HEB, Harris Teeter, Ingles Markets) and online marketplaces (Walmart.com, Amerimark, Dr. Leonard's). Marketing is primarily digital, combining an educational blog, email promotions, and periodic dental trade-show attendance.

Archtek is privately held with no disclosed external investors, parent company, or funding rounds. Headcount is reported in the 11–50 range, products are BPA/latex/silicone-free, and the Grind Guard brand is supported by University of Washington and JADA clinical validation that positions it as comparable to lab-fabricated splints at substantially lower cost. Serving markets include the United States and Canada, with some products flagged as not eligible for international shipping.

Name

Archtek

Legal name

Archtek Inc.

Website

https://archtekinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Archtek is a Carmel, Indiana-based manufacturer founded in 1992 that designs and sells thermoformed oral-care products — chiefly its Grind Guard night guards plus whitening kits, toothpaste tablets, and dental trays — to both consumers (via e-commerce and retail) and dental professionals (via wholesale distributors).

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Care Products

NAICS

Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (339114), Dental Laboratories (339116)

SIC

Dental Equipment & Supplies (3843), Orthopedic, Prosthetic & Surgical Appliances & Supplies (3842), Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047)

akta.pro primary industry

Occlusal Splints, Night Guards & Mouthguards Fabrication (HLABAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Toothpaste & Toothpowder (CRABAFAA), Cosmetic & Esthetic Dentistry (Veneers/Whitening/Bonding) (HLABAAAC), Orthodontic & Aligner Care (Cleaners, Cases, Wax) (CRABAFAH), Toothbrushes (Manual) (CRABAFAB)

Keywords

• Night guards
• Teeth whitening kits
• Dental trays
• Oral care products
• Toothpaste tablets

Headquarters

HQ city

Carmel

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: One-time product sales through e-commerce storefront and retail channels. Products include night guards, whitening kits, toothpaste tablets, dental cleaning accessories, and dental trays. Revenue generated through individual unit purchases with free shipping threshold at $500.
2. Wholesale/Dental Professional Sales: Bulk sales to dental professionals and distributors through a wholesaler program. Products sold in bulk quantities to dental offices and through dental supply distributors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Archtek manufactures and sells thermoformed dental care products, anchored by the Grind Guard line of night guards and mouthguards for bruxism and sports protection. The portfolio extends to teeth whitening kits (Flawless White), fluoride-free toothpaste tablets, retainers, dental trays, and denture care accessories. Products are sold direct to consumers via the company's e-commerce site, through US grocery retail and online marketplaces, and to dental professionals via a wholesale program and dental supply distributors.

Product overview

Archtek is an oral care products company selling dental care solutions primarily for consumers and dental professionals. The product portfolio centers on the Grind Guard line of night guards/mouthguards for teeth grinding (bruxism) and sports protection, complemented by teeth whitening products (Flawless White Whitening Kit), oral hygiene products (Toothpaste Tablets, Toothbrush), dental trays, and dental cleaning accessories (Dental Bath, Denture Maintenance Kit). The Grind Guard is the flagship brand, while the Flawless White whitening system and Toothpaste Tablets represent key growth categories. Products are sold through retail stores (HEB, Harris Teeter, Walmart.com) and dental distributors (Henry Schein, Patterson Dental), with the company also serving dental professionals with bulk/wholesale options. Established in 1992, Archtek manufactures and warehouses in Indiana and focuses on affordable, convenient, and quality oral care products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Grind Guard: Night guard product line for protection from teeth grinding and clenching, including sport versions and mint flavor variants.

Products and services

• Grind Guard - Single Pack Single unit thermoformed night guard for protection from nighttime teeth grinding and clenching (bruxism). Custom-fits to teeth in hot water in seconds, 3mm soft thermoplastic, BPA/Latex/Silicone free. Includes one guard and storage case, priced at $14.99.
• Grind Guard - Bonus Pack Bonus pack containing two thermoformed Grind Guards plus a storage case with mirror for nighttime teeth-grinding protection. Priced at $18.99 per bonus pack.
• Grind Guard - Mint Flavor - Bonus Pack Mint-flavored variant of the Grind Guard bonus pack, providing fresh breath while protecting against nighttime teeth grinding. Includes two guards and storage case, priced at $18.99.
• Grind Guard +SPORT Dual-purpose thermoformed mouthguard for both athletic sports protection and nighttime teeth grinding. Includes one clear and one blue guard, vented storage case, and optional facemask attachment cord; uses patented Form-Fit Technology custom fitting in roughly ten seconds of hot water. Priced at $19.99.
• Grind Guard in Colors Color-customized variant of the Grind Guard night guard, offered in Arctic Blue and Coral. Marketed as the first tooth-protection device on the market providing a color option while using the same custom-fit thermoformed material as the original Grind Guard.
• Flawless White - Whitening Kit Three-step at-home teeth whitening kit using custom-fit thermoformed trays and 22% carbamide peroxide whitening gel; 20 minutes daily for 5–7 days. Includes two 3ml gel syringes, two custom-fit trays, storage case with mirror, and six toothpaste tablets. Priced at $19.99.
• Toothpaste Tablets 60ct Fluoride-free chewable toothpaste tablets packaged in recyclable bottles for eco-friendly, travel-friendly oral care. Simply chew, brush, and rinse; TSA approved and lightweight for travel. 60-count bottle priced at $5.49.
• Stay Tray Two-tray thermoformed retainer system that maintains teeth position after orthodontic treatment. Blue outer tray aids forming while the white inner tray keeps teeth in place; usable as a retainer replacement. Includes thermoformed tray and storage case. Priced at $22.99.
• Dental Bath Dental appliance cleaning container with mini cleaning brush for soaking, scrubbing, and storing mouthguards, retainers, whitening trays, and dentures. Includes draining basket and is offered in multiple colors. Priced at $4.99.
• Denture Maintenance Kit Three-piece denture care kit including a denture brush with ergonomic handle, a draining basket, and an outer case for soaking and storing dentures. Priced at $6.99.
• Dental Trays (professional line) Custom-fit thermoformed dental trays available in multiple thicknesses (1.0mm, 1.5mm, 3.0mm) sold to dental professionals and consumers for chairside applications including whitening, bruxism splints, retainers, and fluoride treatments. Available through the Archtek wholesaler program and dental distributors.
• Bracket Jacket Protective cover for dental brackets, listed as part of Archtek's dental professional and consumer product offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Grind Guard proven as effective as lab-produced acrylic splint for reducing TMD/bruxism symptoms in University of Washington clinical study
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Henry ScheincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor dental distributor carrying Archtek professional dental products for dental practices and offices
• Patterson DentalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading dental supply distributor offering Archtek professional products to dental professionals
• Darby DentalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental distributor serving dental professionals with Archtek product line
• Smart PracticeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental distributor carrying Archtek dental professional products
• Walmart.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor online marketplace distribution for Archtek consumer oral care products including Grind Guard and whitening kits
• Harris TeeterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional grocery chain carrying Archtek oral care products in retail stores
• HEB Grocery StoresminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTexas-based grocery chain retailing Archtek oral care products
• McKessoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHealthcare services and IT company distributing Archtek dental products through their dental supply division

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DenTek: DenTek is a leading OTC oral care brand selling floss picks, night guards, whitening pens, and dental accessories direct to consumers through mass retail. It is the closest direct competitor to Archtek's Grind Guard line, competing on retail shelf and price points.
• Ultradent Products: Ultradent manufactures professional and consumer dental whitening systems (Opalescence), syringes, and tray materials used by dental professionals. Directly comparable to Archtek's Flawless White whitening kit and to the custom-tray category sold to dental offices.
• Glidewell Dental: Glidewell is the largest dental laboratory in the U.S., producing crowns, night guards, splints, and other prosthetics for dental professionals. Comparable to Archtek on the dental-professional side of the night guard / occlusal splint category, though it competes primarily with lab-fabricated, premium-priced appliances.
• SmileDirectClub: SmileDirectClub pioneered DTC oral care (clear aligners, whitening, and ancillary products) sold direct to consumer through e-commerce and telehealth. Comparable to Archtek on the DTC oral care motion and on overlapping whitening/night guard adjacencies, though at far larger scale.
• Ivoclar Vivadent: Ivoclar Vivadent manufactures dental prosthetic materials, splint systems, and whitening products sold through dental distributors and professionals. Comparable to Archtek on dental-professional distribution and on the night guard/splint/whitening product categories.
• Plackers (Ranir): Plackers manufactures and distributes disposable dental floss picks, interdental cleaners, and oral care accessories through mass retail and drugstore channels. Comparable to Archtek in product format (consumable oral care accessories), retail channel mix, and price-point positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Colgate-Palmolive: Colgate-Palmolive is a global oral care incumbent covering toothpaste, manual and power toothbrushes, whitening, and mouthwash sold through mass retail. Comparable to Archtek on retail oral care overlap and on toothpaste/tablets/whitening adjacencies.
• 3M Oral Care: 3M's Oral Care division sells preventive products (sealants, fluoride, impression materials) and professional dental supplies through dental distributors like Henry Schein and Patterson. Comparable to Archtek on dental-professional distribution and chairside tray / preventive product categories.
• Procter & Gamble (Oral Care / Crest): P&G's Crest franchise dominates OTC oral care with toothpaste, whitening strips, and electric toothbrushes sold through mass retail globally. Comparable to Archtek on retail channel overlap and whitening/toothpaste product adjacencies, but at vastly larger scale and brand spend.

Regional players

• Burkhart Dental: Burkhart Dental is a privately held, regional dental supply distributor serving dental practices across the western and central U.S. Comparable to Archtek as a distribution counterpart (dental supply channel), though not a product-line competitor; relevant for understanding competitive distribution dynamics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/archtek
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/archtek-inc

Compliance2 records

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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