Charles Ashley Mann, DDS

What Charles Ashley Mann, DDS does

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS & Associates is a privately held, multi-location dental practice founded in 1999 by Dr. Charles Ashley Mann in Cary, North Carolina. The practice operates three clinical offices across the Raleigh-Durham Triangle — Cary, Garner, and Fuquay-Varina — offering comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dental services to families and individual patients of all ages. Service breadth spans routine preventive care (cleanings, exams, pediatric dentistry, HealthyStart), cosmetic procedures (CandidPro clear aligners, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, smile makeovers, laser dentistry), and restorative work (CEREC same-day crowns, dental implants using platelet-rich fibrin, crowns and bridges, dentures, full-mouth reconstruction, root canals, sleep apnea appliances, and sedation dentistry including IV sedation). Clinical staffing comprises four dentists supported by a Director of Operations and a Clinical Director.

The practice deploys a differentiated clinical technology stack including CEREC CAD/CAM for single-visit crown fabrication, laser dentistry across multiple procedure types, platelet-rich fibrin for accelerated implant healing, and 3D-imaged CandidPro clear aligners. Patient experience infrastructure includes extended early-morning and evening hours, an online scheduling system (PatientViewer), same-day emergency availability, a comfort menu, and three third-party patient financing integrations (Cherry, CareCredit, Proceed Finance) plus an in-house dental membership plan for uninsured patients.

Revenue is generated entirely through fee-for-service professional dental care on a direct-to-consumer basis across the three locations; no pricing is publicly disclosed. The practice operates without external investment, venture capital, or private equity backing, and is owner-operated by the founding dentist. Marketing is multi-channel, combining the practice website, a weekly educational podcast ('Teeth Talk with Dr. Charles Ashley Mann'), Facebook and Instagram organic content, Google Reviews management, and active participation in three local chambers of commerce. Legal trade names include 'SmileMann Dental' and 'The Smile Makeover Centers of North Carolina.'

Name

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS

Legal name

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS & Associates

Website

https://smilemann.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS & Associates is a privately held, three-location dental practice in North Carolina's Triangle region (Cary, Garner, Fuquay-Varina) offering comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to families and individual patients, founded in 1999 by Dr. Charles Ashley Mann.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General and Cosmetic Dentistry Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210), Offices of Dentists (6212)

akta.pro primary industry

Periodontic & Implant Group Practices (HLABAKAF)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Cosmetic dental care
• Restorative dentistry
• Family dental practice
• Same-day dental crowns

Headquarters

HQ city

Garner

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Services Revenue: The practice generates revenue through providing comprehensive dental services including routine preventive care (cleanings, exams), cosmetic dentistry (whitening, veneers, smile makeovers), restorative procedures (crowns, bridges, implants, dentures), and specialty services (root canals, sleep apnea treatment, sedation dentistry). Services are provided at three North Carolina locations with various financing options available through Cherry, CareCredit, and Proceed Finance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS & Associates operates a multi-location private dental practice in North Carolina (Cary, Garner, and Fuquay-Varina) providing comprehensive family, cosmetic, and restorative dental services. Offerings span routine cleanings, children's dentistry, CEREC same-day crowns, dental implants, clear aligner orthodontics (CandidPro), sedation dentistry, and sleep apnea treatment.

Product overview

Charles Ashley Mann, DDS & Associates operates three dental practice locations (Cary, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, NC) offering a comprehensive range of dental services as a unified practice. The core offering spans cosmetic dentistry (CandidPro™ clear aligners, Smile Makeover, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening, Laser Dentistry), restorative procedures (CEREC® Same-Day Crowns, Dental Implants, Crowns & Bridges, Dentures & Partials, Full Mouth Reconstruction, Root Canals), family and general dentistry (Family Dentistry, Children's Dentistry, Cleaning & Exams, Emergency Services), and specialized treatments (Sedation Dentistry, Sleep Apnea Treatment, HealthyStart®). The practice uses CEREC® CAD/CAM technology for same-day restorations and offers flexible financing through Cherry, CareCredit, and Proceed Finance integrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CandidPro Clear Aligners Clear aligner orthodontic treatment using a series of virtually invisible, removable plastic trays to straighten teeth; treatment typically completed in around 12 months.
• Smile Makeover Comprehensive cosmetic dental treatment combining multiple reconstructive and professional procedures to restore and enhance the appearance and function of teeth and mouth.
• Porcelain Veneers Custom porcelain shells bonded to teeth to enhance size, shape, and shade; used to close gaps, even tooth length, cover dark stains, and create a uniform smile appearance.
• Teeth Whitening Professional teeth whitening using Opalescence and Zoom! brands, offered as in-office treatment completed in one hour and custom take-home whitening trays with whitening solution.
• Laser Dentistry Modern dental laser technology for procedures including gum surgery, teeth whitening activation, and restorative treatments; provides a non-invasive alternative with faster recovery and reduced discomfort.
• CEREC Same-Day Crowns CAD/CAM technology enabling design, creation, and placement of custom dental crowns in a single visit, eliminating the need for temporary restorations and follow-up appointments.
• Dental Implants Permanent tooth replacement using titanium posts implanted into the jawbone, topped with custom dental crowns; uses platelet-rich fibrin to accelerate healing.
• Crowns & Bridges Protective crowns for damaged teeth and bridges that replace missing teeth using crowns on adjacent teeth as anchors; materials include all-metal, ceramic-on-metal, and all-ceramic options.
• Dentures & Partials Removable tooth replacement options including temporary dentures, partial dentures held by metal framework, complete dentures, and implant-supported dentures for enhanced stability.
• Full Mouth Reconstruction Comprehensive restorative treatment addressing multiple oral health issues including tooth decay, missing teeth, and damaged teeth using combined dental procedures.
• Root Canals Endodontic treatment to remove infected dental pulp, prevent infection spread, and relieve pain; completed with gutta-percha filling and sealed with CEREC crown or filling.
• Sedation Dentistry Anxiety management options including nitrous oxide (laughing gas), localized anesthesia, IV sedation, and total sedation for comfortable dental procedures.
• Sleep Apnea Treatment Custom-made oral appliances that keep the airway open during sleep, serving as a CPAP alternative for treating obstructive sleep apnea.
• Family Dentistry Comprehensive dental care for all ages including routine cleanings, exams, preventative care, and age-appropriate treatments for children, adults, and seniors.
• Children's Dentistry Kid-friendly dental care including exams, cleanings, dental sealants, fluoride treatments, and HealthyStart system for early orthodontic intervention.
• Emergency Dental Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Teeth can become eight shades whiter or more in a single sitting with laser teeth whitening
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CandidCo (CandidPro)coreTechnology or IntegrationCandidPro clear aligner system provider enabling the practice to offer discreet teeth straightening treatment using custom-made thermoplastic aligner trays.
• Dentsply Sirona (CEREC)coreTechnology or IntegrationCEREC CAD/CAM technology provider enabling same-day crown creation and placement. Practice is certified CEREC dentist offering one-visit tooth restorations.
• Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental StudiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrestigious dental training institution where Dr. Mann received advanced cosmetic dentistry training. Affiliation highlighted as differentiator for advanced aesthetic dentistry services.
• American Dental AssociationminorOthersProfessional membership organization. Practice displays ADA membership logo indicating adherence to ADA standards and ethical guidelines.
• North Carolina Dental SocietyminorOthersState professional dental organization. Practice maintains NCDS membership as part of professional affiliation.
• AADOM Triangle Area ChapterminorOthersAmerican Association of Dental Office Management local chapter. Practice administrator Sally participates, supporting office management excellence.
• Cary Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business organization supporting Cary area businesses. Practice maintains membership for community visibility and networking.
• Fuquay-Varina Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business organization serving the Fuquay-Varina business community. Practice maintains membership for local engagement.
• Garner Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business organization for Garner businesses. Practice maintains membership for community involvement and local brand presence.
• Opalescence (Ultradent)coreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional teeth whitening brand used by the practice for in-office and at-home whitening treatments to transform patient smiles.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lane & Associates Family Dentistry: Multi-location general and family dental practice headquartered in North Carolina with offices across the Triangle and beyond, directly comparable in geography, service breadth, and group-practice structure to Charles Ashley Mann, DDS.
• Sunrise Dental: North Carolina-based multi-location family dental group offering general, cosmetic, and restorative services with comparable scope to the subject practice.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: Multi-location dental chain focused heavily on dentures and implants, overlapping the subject practice's implants and restorative service line with a different price-positioning strategy.

Regional players

• Great Expressions Dental Centers: Multi-state DSO-affiliated dental group offering general, orthodontic, and specialty services; relevant as a comparable multi-location operator at a regional, not local, level.

Broad incumbents

• Pacific Dental Services: Large dental and medical support organization backing multi-specialty practices; comparable as a scaled platform competitor in the same ambulatory dental services category.
• Aspen Dental: National DSO-affiliated dental practice brand with broad general, cosmetic, and denture service offerings; a scaled incumbent whose operating model contrasts with the founder-led subject practice.
• Heartland Dental: Largest US dental support organization providing non-clinical support to a large network of doctor-led practices; relevant as the dominant scaled DSO model against which a small group practice is benchmarked.

Emerging players

• ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers: Specialty dental implant chain providing full-arch implant solutions; competes for the same implant patient segment that the subject practice targets with PRF and traditional implant offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubepodcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teeth-talk-with-dr-charles-ashley-mann/id1457744815
• Facebookfacebook.com/cashleymanndds
• Instagraminstagram.com/cashleymanndds
• Xx.com/cashleymanndds

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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