Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates

What Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates does

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates is a privately held, single-location dental practice headquartered at 2311 New Road, Northfield, New Jersey, founded in 1997 by Dr. Heather M. Clark, a University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine graduate who has received national recognition for restorative dentistry. The firm operates a general and cosmetic dental practice serving patients of all ages, Monday through Friday with evening hours, and was joined in 2007 by Dr. Jennifer B. Bloch. The team of approximately 11 staff includes two dentists, a practice administrator, business administrator, hygiene coordinator, patient care coordinator, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.

The practice delivers the full spectrum of dental services across three categories: preventive and general dentistry (examinations, digital radiography, prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, ARESTIN treatment, child dentistry, extractions), restorative treatments (tooth-colored composite fillings, porcelain crowns, bridges, titanium dental implants, dentures, non-surgical root canals, periodontal maintenance), and cosmetic procedures (professional teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, bonding, sedation options such as nitrous oxide analgesia). Its clinical technology stack comprises digital radiography providing approximately one-sixth the radiation exposure of traditional film X-rays, digital intraoral photography for diagnostic imaging and patient records, and electric handpiece technology for quieter and more precise restorative preparation.

Revenue is generated through three streams. The primary model is fee-for-service payment at the time of service, with the practice accepting Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. The practice works with patients' insurance providers, billing insurers directly and following up on reimbursement, while patients retain financial responsibility for covered balances. An in-house Dental Loyalty Plan, billed annually, provides subscription-style access to savings on dental services for enrolled patients. Patient financing is offered through partnerships with Wells Fargo and CareCredit for procedures requiring payment plans. The go-to-market model is direct-to-patient at a single brick-and-mortar location, supported by a content-marketing website and a Facebook presence for community engagement.

Name

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates

Legal name

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates

Website

https://heatherclarkdentistry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates is a privately held dental practice in Northfield, New Jersey, founded in 1997. The two-dentist practice delivers general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry to patients of all ages through fee-for-service, insurance billing, and an in-house loyalty plan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Family Dentistry (Multi-Disciplinary In-Office General Care) (HLABAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Preventive & Routine General Dentistry (Exams/Cleanings/Sealants/Fluoride) (HLABAAAA), Periodontal Maintenance & Supportive Care (HLABACAB)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Cosmetic dentistry procedures
• Restorative dental treatments
• Preventive dental care
• Dental implants and crowns

Headquarters

HQ city

Northfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Services - Fee for Service: Traditional fee-for-service dental care where payment is due at time of service. The practice accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. Financing options available through Wells Fargo and Care Credit for patients requiring payment plans.
2. Dental Insurance Processing: Practice works with patients to maximize insurance reimbursement for covered procedures. Bills insurance companies directly and sends monthly statements to patients. Patients are responsible for fees regardless of insurance coverage.
3. Dental Loyalty Plan: In-house membership/loyalty program offering savings on dental services for enrolled patients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates is a single-location dental practice providing general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to patients of all ages in Northfield, New Jersey. The practice delivers preventive care (cleanings, exams, digital radiography), restorative procedures (crowns, bridges, implants, fillings, dentures, root canals, extractions, periodontal treatment), and cosmetic treatments (bonding, veneers, teeth whitening), supported by digital radiography, intraoral photography, and electric handpiece technology. Payment is via fee-for-service at time of visit, with insurance billing and financing through Wells Fargo and CareCredit, plus an in-house Dental Loyalty Plan.

Product overview

Heather M. Clark, D.M.D. & Associates is a dental practice offering comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry services. The practice provides preventive care (examinations, cleanings, digital radiography), restorative treatments (crowns, bridges, dental implants, tooth-colored fillings, dentures, root canals, extractions), and cosmetic procedures (bonding, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening). The practice utilizes advanced dental technology including digital radiography (1/6th the radiation of traditional X-rays), intraoral cameras for diagnosis, and electric handpieces for precise restorative work. Evening hours and a dental loyalty plan are available for patient convenience.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Dentistry Services
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Dental Crowns
• Dental Bridges
• Dental Implants
• Tooth-Colored Composite Restorations
• Dentures

Quantifiable outcome

• Digital X-rays result in 1/6th the radiation exposure compared to traditional radiographs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeonsminorOthersReferral network of oral and maxillofacial surgeons for complex surgical procedures requiring specialized surgical care beyond general dentistry scope.
• PeriodontistsminorOthersReferral network of periodontists (gum disease specialists) for advanced periodontal treatment and procedures requiring specialized gum care.
• EndodontistsminorOthersReferral network of endodontists (root canal specialists) for complex root canal treatments requiring specialized endodontic care.
• OrthodontistsminorOthersReferral network of orthodontists for braces, retainers, and other orthodontic treatments to correct bite abnormalities and teeth alignment.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Comfort Dental: Largest private dental franchise in the U.S. with hundreds of independently owned offices. Comparable as a general dentistry provider serving local markets with consumer-friendly messaging, but operating through a franchise model rather than an independent practice.
• Western Dental & Orthodontics: Large DSO offering general, orthodontic, and specialty dental services primarily in the western U.S. Comparable as a comprehensive dental services provider with insurance and financing options, though primarily competing in different geographies.
• Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics: Multi-location dental provider offering general, orthodontic, and specialty services with insurance and financing options. Comparable in offering comprehensive care with patient financing, but operating as a regional chain rather than an independent single-site practice.
• Dental Care Alliance: DSO supporting affiliated dental practices across multiple states with business, clinical, and operational support. Comparable as a general/cosmetic dental services provider operating in similar patient demographics.
• 42 North Dental: Dental support organization supporting practices across the Northeast U.S., including Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Directly comparable as a regional dental provider operating in some of the same Northeastern markets as Clark's New Jersey practice.
• Heartland Dental: Largest DSO in the U.S., supporting hundreds of dentist offices with non-clinical services. Comparable in offering general and cosmetic dentistry but operates at scale across many geographies rather than as an independent private practice.
• Aspen Dental: One of the largest DSOs in the U.S. with hundreds of branded locations, offering general, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry. Comparable to Clark as a general/cosmetic dental provider but with a corporate, multi-site operating model rather than a single independent practice.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: National DSO specializing in dentures, implants, and tooth extractions. Overlaps with Clark on implant and denture services but with a focused service line and corporate-owned location model.
• Pacific Dental Services: Major DSO providing business support to dental practices across the U.S. Overlaps with Clark in delivering comprehensive general and specialty dentistry, but at enterprise scale across hundreds of supported offices.

Emerging players

• Tend Dental: Tech-enabled dental startup operating modern, design-forward practices in major U.S. cities with a focus on patient experience and digital booking. Comparable as a general/cosmetic dentistry provider targeting the same consumer demographic, but with venture backing and a multi-location model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/heatherclarkdentistry
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/heather-m.-clark-d.m.d-pc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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