Gold Star Dental

What Gold Star Dental does

Gold Star Dental is a privately held, single-location dental practice based in Groton, Connecticut, founded in 2016 when Dr. Ruslan Maidans (DDS) acquired the practice of Dr. Fales. The practice operates from the third floor of the Gold Star Office Park at 491 Gold Star Highway, Suite #300, and serves patients in Groton and surrounding communities including Mystic, Stonington, Gales Ferry, Ledyard, and New London. The team currently comprises two dentists (Dr. Maidans and Dr. Eleni Milas, who joined in August 2024), two registered dental hygienists, two dental assistants, and one administrative assistant.

The practice delivers a comprehensive suite of 13 dental services spanning preventive care (cleanings, periodontal maintenance), restorative dentistry (implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, fillings, root canals), cosmetic procedures (laser-activated whitening, veneers), orthodontics (PowerProx Six Month Braces, Invisible Aligners), sedation dentistry, pediatric dental care, and emergency dentistry. Notable clinical capabilities highlighted in marketing materials include dental implants with a stated 98% success rate and laser-activated whitening that brightens teeth by five to ten shades in a single session. Same-day emergency appointments and surgeries scheduled within a week are positioned as operational differentiators. The clinical technology stack is described as modern conventional dental equipment combined with traditional techniques; no proprietary platform, software, or AI tooling is referenced.

Gold Star Dental operates a professional services revenue model with direct-to-consumer patient acquisition through its website (goldstar.dental), educational blog content, and phone-based scheduling. Collection mechanics are per-procedure for restorative, cosmetic, and emergency work, supplemented by recurring preventive maintenance visits. To expand access, the practice partners with Compassionate Finance and Care Credit to offer 6-month interest-free plans, 12/24/36-month extended payment plans, and pay-as-you-go options, while accepting all private care insurance plans. The business is owner-operated by Dr. Maidans as principal, with no parent company, institutional investors, subsidiaries, or external partnerships of scale disclosed.

Name

Gold Star Dental

Legal name

Gold Star Dental

Website

https://goldstar.dental

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gold Star Dental is a privately owned, single-location dental practice in Groton, CT, delivering comprehensive preventive, restorative, cosmetic, emergency, orthodontic, and sedation dental services to families and individuals across southeastern Connecticut.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Dentistry

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Restorative General Dentistry (Fillings/Crowns/Bridges) (HLABAAAB), Preventive & Routine General Dentistry (Exams/Cleanings/Sealants/Fluoride) (HLABAAAA), Cosmetic & Esthetic Dentistry (Veneers/Whitening/Bonding) (HLABAAAC), Emergency/Urgent General Dentistry (Walk-In/After-Hours General Care) (HLABAAAJ)

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Dental implants
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Preventive dental care
• Restorative dental practices

Headquarters

HQ city

Groton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Services: One-time and recurring dental procedures including cleanings, preventive care, restorative work (fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures), cosmetic procedures (whitening, veneers), orthodontics (Six Month Braces, Invisible Aligners), and emergency dental care. Preventive maintenance creates recurring patient visits.
2. Financing Plans: Customized payment plans offered through Compassionate Finance and Care Credit, including 6-month interest-free plans, 12/24/36-month low monthly payment plans, and pay-as-you-go options for patients without insurance coverage

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Gold Star Dental is a single-location private dental practice in Groton, CT that provides comprehensive general, restorative, cosmetic, preventive, orthodontic, emergency, and sedation dentistry. Services include dental implants, crowns, bridges, veneers, dentures, fillings, root canals, teeth whitening, invisible aligners, six-month braces, periodontal maintenance, night/snore guards, and same-day emergency care delivered by two dentists and a clinical/administrative team.

Product overview

Gold Star Dental is a dental practice offering comprehensive oral healthcare services through a single unified practice model. The practice provides 13 distinct dental service offerings spanning restorative dentistry (Dental Implants, Dentures, Crowns & Bridges, Fillings, Root Canal Therapy), cosmetic dentistry (Teeth Whitening, Veneers, Invisible Aligners), orthodontics (PowerProx Six Month Braces), preventive care (Cleaning and Prevention, Periodontal Maintenance), emergency dentistry, and sedation dentistry. These services are delivered at a single Groton, CT location by a team of dentists and support staff, working together to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dental Implants Surgical placement of biocompatible metal or ceramic fixtures into the jawbone to function as tooth root replacements, supporting crowns, bridges, or dentures. Aimed at patients missing teeth due to injury, decay, or gum disease.
• Sedation Dentistry Administration of local anesthesia, sedatives, and sleep-like state treatments to help patients relax during dental procedures. Targets patients with dental anxiety or those undergoing extensive treatment.
• Root Canal Therapy Endodontic treatment to remove infected or inflamed dental pulp, relieve pain, and preserve damaged natural teeth. For patients with tooth pulp infection or inflammation.
• PowerProx Six Month Braces Accelerated orthodontic system using conventional-style braces focused on aesthetic enhancement of the front 'Social Six' teeth over approximately six months. For adults seeking cosmetic orthodontic results in shorter treatment windows.
• Periodontal Maintenance Gum disease treatment involving removal of plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line to prevent and manage periodontitis. For patients with or at risk of gum disease.
• Night and Snore Guards Custom-fitted oral appliances including cushion-type night guards and jaw-repositioning snore devices to prevent teeth grinding (bruxism) and snoring. For patients with bruxism or sleep-related breathing issues.
• Invisible Aligners Clear, custom-made, removable aligners that gradually straighten teeth without the visibility of traditional braces. For patients seeking discreet orthodontic treatment.
• Dental Fillings Restorative treatment using amalgam or composite resin materials to repair tooth decay and prevent spread of damage. For patients with cavities or minor tooth damage.
• Dentures Custom-fitted prosthetic devices for patients missing multiple teeth, available as partial or complete dentures, including implant-anchored options. For patients requiring full or partial tooth replacement.
• Dental Emergencies Same-day emergency dental care for dental injuries, toothaches, broken dentures, dislodged crowns, and other urgent oral health issues, with a promise to relieve pain in one visit. For patients experiencing acute dental emergencies.
• Crowns, Bridges, Onlays/Inlays, and Veneers Custom-made prosthetic restorations including crowns to cap damaged teeth, bridges to replace missing teeth, and porcelain/resin veneer shells for cosmetic enhancement. For patients requiring tooth restoration or aesthetic improvement.
• Cleaning and Prevention Professional teeth cleanings, oral examinations, fluoride treatments, and polish services recommended biannually to maintain oral health and prevent decay. For patients seeking routine preventive dental care.
• Teeth Whitening Professional in-office whitening procedure using laser-activated whitening agents to brighten teeth by five to ten shades in a single session. For patients seeking cosmetic teeth whitening.

Quantifiable outcome

• Teeth can be brightened by five to ten shades in a single session
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Dental Associates of Connecticut: Connecticut-based multi-location dental group providing general, cosmetic, pediatric, and specialty dental care across the state. Direct geographic and service peer to Gold Star Dental, competing for the same southeastern CT patient pool with a larger office footprint.
• ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers: National network of dental implant specialty centers focused exclusively on fixed full-arch and single-tooth implant solutions. Directly relevant because implantology is a highlighted specialty of Gold Star Dental (Dr. Maidans' IDIA Fellowship) and represents the dedicated-competitor set in the highest-margin segment Gold Star also targets.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: Largest U.S. network of dental practices focused on dentures and implants, with hundreds of affiliated locations. Comparable to Gold Star's implant and denture offering, and competes for the price-sensitive edentulous and partially edentulous patient segment Gold Star also serves.
• 42 North Dental: New England-based Dental Support Organization providing practice management and non-clinical services to affiliated multi-specialty dental practices across CT, MA, NH, and RI. Operates in the same regional market with similar comprehensive general dentistry, restorative, and specialty service offerings, and represents both a competitor and potential acquirer for an independent CT practice.
• Mosaic Dental Collective: Dental partnership organization providing practice support and acquisition pathways to independent dentists in the Northeast, with affiliated practices across CT and the region. Comparable as both a competitive regional operator and a potential partnership / acquirer for a solo independent practice such as Gold Star Dental.

Broad incumbents

• Great Expressions Dental Centers: Multi-state DSO providing general, cosmetic, restorative, and specialty dental care through affiliated offices. Comparable scope of services to Gold Star Dental, with the DSO-backed scale and marketing infrastructure the independent practice lacks.
• Pacific Dental Services: Major dental support organization supporting practices across the U.S. with comprehensive clinical support, modern technology, and group purchasing power. Matches Gold Star's broad service model at much larger scale and represents a competitive structural benchmark.
• Aspen Dental: One of the largest DSOs in North America with thousands of branded locations across the U.S., offering general dentistry plus implants, dentures, clear aligners, and emergency services. Comparable service breadth to Gold Star Dental at vastly greater scale, and an active consolidator in CT markets.
• Heartland Dental: The largest U.S. Dental Support Organization, supporting thousands of dentist-led practices nationwide with full-scope general dentistry, hygiene, implants, and specialty procedures. Represents the scaled-DSO archetype against which Gold Star's owner-operated model must compete for both patients and clinical talent.
• Gentle Dental: InterDent-affiliated multi-specialty dental group with locations across multiple U.S. states, offering general dentistry, orthodontics, specialty care, and emergency services. Matches Gold Star's full-service, family-friendly positioning at significantly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/dr.maidans

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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