DentalWorks

What DentalWorks does

DentalWorks is a private U.S. dental service organization founded in 1984 that operates a network of physical dental offices across 13 states (Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin), with its densest cluster in Ohio. The company provides comprehensive general, restorative, cosmetic, orthodontic, oral surgery, periodontic, implant, and emergency dental services through individual office-level legal entities (e.g., Ibrahim Dental Providers, Inc. and affiliated practice corporations, several formerly known as Meckler Dental Providers).

Its core technology footprint is procedural rather than software-driven: drill-free early cavity treatment using mineral regeneration, laser gum sculpting, Zoom! in-office whitening, Invisalign clear aligners, Lumineers veneers, and titanium dental implants. Administrative technology is limited to AppointNow online scheduling, a pay-bill portal (pay.yourdentistoffice.com), and patient-facing website/mobile booking.

Revenue is generated predominantly through fee-for-service dental care reimbursed via seven major insurance networks (Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, Guardian, UnitedHealthcare, BCBS), with secondary recurring revenue from the DentalWorks Savings Plan membership ($149/year individual, $50/year family) and DentalWorks Advantage Discount Plan. Third-party financing partnerships with CareCredit and Sunbit support larger procedures (implants $4,473 retail; braces at $108/month financing). The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer across physical offices with 24/7 online scheduling, supplemented by blog/content marketing, social media, and promotional offers targeting individual patients and families.

Name

DentalWorks

Legal name

DentalWorks

Website

https://dentalworks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DentalWorks is a private U.S. dental service organization operating physical offices across 13 states, delivering comprehensive general, orthodontic, cosmetic, surgical, and emergency dental care to individual patients and families through fee-for-service payments, insurance networks, and an in-house savings plan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (62121)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

General Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE), Membership/Subscription & Direct-Pay General Dentistry Practices (HLABAAAI), Orthodontic Group Practices (HLABAKAC)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Orthodontic treatments
• Dental implant procedures
• Cosmetic dental care
• Emergency dental services

Headquarters

HQ city

Plano

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

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. Fee-for-Service Dental Care: Traditional dental services billed per procedure, including cleanings, exams, fillings, extractions, crowns, orthodontics, oral surgery, and cosmetic procedures.
2. DentalWorks Savings Plan (Membership): Annual membership program offering up to 30% savings on dental services. Individual plan at $149/year, family members at $50/year. Provides guaranteed acceptance with no credit checks, no waiting periods, no deductibles, and no annual maximums.
3. Third-Party Financing: Partnership with CareCredit and Sunbit for financing dental treatments. Allows patients to spread payments over time for larger procedures.
4. Dental Insurance Reimbursement: Accepts most major dental insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, Guardian, UnitedHealthcare, and BCBS.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DentalWorks is a private dental service organization that operates multiple physical dental office locations across 13 U.S. states, delivering comprehensive dental care directly to patients. Its core offering spans general dentistry, orthodontics, emergency care, oral surgery, dental implants, periodontics, cosmetic dentistry, dentures, kids' dentistry, and sedation dentistry. The company also offers the DentalWorks Savings Plan, an in-house membership program providing up to 30% savings on services as an alternative to traditional dental insurance.

Product overview

DentalWorks is a dental care service provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of dental services across multiple Ohio locations. The core offering consists of general dentistry, orthodontics (including braces and clear aligners), emergency dental care, oral surgery, dental implants, periodontics, and cosmetic dentistry. Additional specialized services include kids' dentistry, sedation dentistry, and drill-free early cavity treatment. The company also offers proprietary dental products such as custom mouthguards and whitening kits. The DentalWorks Savings Plan serves as an in-house alternative to traditional insurance, providing discounted rates on services for members. Services are accessible through multiple Ohio-based offices with online appointment scheduling integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DentalWorks Savings Plan: A membership program offering discounts of up to 30% on most dental services, with guaranteed acceptance, no waiting periods, and no claim forms. Individual plans available for $149/year with family members at $50 each per year.
• DentalWorks Advantage Discount Plan

Quantifiable outcome

• Free exams and x-rays for new patients ($200 value)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• InvisaligncoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of clear aligner orthodontic treatment. DentalWorks offers Invisalign as a discreet alternative to traditional metal braces for teeth straightening.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Benevis: Dental practice support organization with 120+ affiliated offices (including Kool Smiles) primarily serving Medicaid and uninsured patients. Comparable to DentalWorks in offering comprehensive dental care across multi-state locations with strong insurance/Medicaid participation.
• MB2 Dental: Fast-growing dental partnership organization supporting 700+ practices across 45 states. Comparable to DentalWorks as a privately held DSO enabling multi-location practice operations with strong clinical autonomy and centralized business support.
• Smile Brands: Multi-state DSO operating 400+ affiliated offices under brands like Bright Now! Dental and Castle Dental. Comparable to DentalWorks in offering comprehensive general and specialty dentistry with in-network insurance participation and in-house membership/loyalty programs.
• Pacific Dental Services: PE-backed DSO supporting 900+ practices across the U.S. Directly comparable to DentalWorks as a dental support organization offering general dentistry, specialty services, and modern technology-enabled practices with strong insurance network participation.
• Great Expressions Dental Centers: PE-backed DSO operating 300+ practices across multiple U.S. states. Comparable to DentalWorks as a multi-state group dental practice offering general dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and cosmetic services with broad insurance acceptance.
• Western Dental: Large dental practice organization operating 300+ offices primarily in California, Texas, Arizona, and other states. Comparable to DentalWorks as a multi-state group dental practice offering general dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and special focus on Medicaid patients.
• InterDent (Gentle Dental): Multi-state DSO operating 170+ Gentle Dental offices across 8 western U.S. states. Comparable to DentalWorks as a dental group practice providing general, specialty, and orthodontic services with broad insurance network participation and in-house patient financing.
• Aspen Dental: One of the largest DSOs in the U.S. with hundreds of branded offices across 40+ states. Directly comparable to DentalWorks as a multi-state dental group practice offering general dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and cosmetic services with in-house financing and insurance participation.
• Heartland Dental: The largest DSO in the U.S., supporting thousands of dentists across 1,800+ offices. Comparable as a privately held dental support organization providing comprehensive services including general dentistry, hygiene, and specialty care with a multi-state footprint similar in structure to DentalWorks.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: Largest network of dental practices in the U.S. focused on dentures and implants, with 400+ affiliated offices. Comparable to DentalWorks as a multi-state DSO serving primarily fee-for-service patients with in-house financing options and a focus on accessibility.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gulf-breeze-dental

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 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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