Zental

What Zental does

Zental is a UK-based private dental clinic group founded in 2019 by Arif Al-Suwaidi (CEO) and Ihsaan Al-Hadad (Clinical Director), operating six wholly-owned subsidiary clinics across London (Earl's Court, Knightsbridge, Cricklewood, Barnet) and surrounding markets (Milton Keynes, Bexleyheath). The group delivers a full multi-specialty dental offering under one roof — general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry (veneers, composite bonding, smile makeovers, teeth whitening), orthodontics (Invisalign, ceramic, lingual, clear, and short-term systems), and complex implantology (single and multiple implants, All-on-4/6, pterygoid, zygomatic, subperiosteal, plus bone grafting and sinus lifts) — alongside sedation services, children's dentistry, and emergency care. Differentiated clinical assets include a team of GDC-registered specialists, hospital consultants and oral surgeons, with the Clinical Director treating over 100 implant cases per year.

The group's go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, supported by 24/7 online booking, a UK-based telephone team, insurance acceptance, and in-house patient financing (0% interest over 12 months; 9.9% APR over 12-60 months). Marketing emphasizes a zen-inspired, spa-like clinical environment, the proprietary CALM philosophy (Community, Authenticity, Leadership, Mindfulness), and credentials including Tatler Address Book inclusion and finalist status at the Private Dentistry Awards. Distribution is augmented by a patient referral program and a 'Grow with us' business partnership program, plus earned media coverage of clinical staff.

Commercially, Zental is a founder-led, privately held group structured around Zental (Barnet) Ltd as the parent entity and credit broker, with one regional operating subsidiary per clinic location — all registered in England & Wales. The company reports no external private equity or institutional funding, and there is no public revenue disclosure. Operating geographies are limited to England (GBR), and the offering does not include any disclosed AI/ML, public API, or proprietary software product beyond the website and online booking portal.

Name

Zental

Legal name

Zental (Barnet) Ltd

Website

https://zental.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zental is a UK-founded (2019) private dental clinic group operating six wholly-owned clinics across London and surrounding markets, offering general, cosmetic, orthodontic, implant and sedation dentistry under a zen-inspired, multi-specialty brand. It serves private fee-paying patients via direct-to-consumer bookings, in-house financing, insurance, referral and business partnership channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Private Dental Services: Zental generates revenue through private dental treatment fees across multiple specialties including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and implantology. They offer finance options allowing patients to spread costs over 12-60 months with 0% interest for 12 months or 9.9% APR for longer terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zental is a UK-based private dental clinic group operating six locations that provides comprehensive oral healthcare spanning general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and implantology. The practice differentiates through a zen-inspired, spa-like patient experience, sedation and anxiety-management services, a multi-specialist clinical team, and flexible financing options including 0% interest plans.

Product overview

Zental is a UK-based private dental clinic offering comprehensive oral healthcare services across multiple locations including Earl's Court, Knightsbridge, Milton Keynes, Cricklewood, Bexleyheath, and Barnet. The clinic operates as a unified service platform providing four core treatment categories: General Dentistry (emergency care, exams, hygiene, gum disease, root canals, dentures, sedation), Cosmetic Dentistry (smile makeovers, composite bonding, veneers, Snap on Smile, gum surgery), Orthodontics (Invisalign, ceramic/metal/lingual/clear braces, retainers, aligner systems), and Implantology (dental implants, All on 4/6, bone grafting, sinus lifts, specialized implants including pterygoid and zygomatic). Additional services include children's dentistry, teeth whitening, and a 24/7 online booking portal with flexible finance options. The practice emphasizes a holistic, calm approach to dental care with virtual reality, aromatherapy, acupuncture, and sedation options for anxious patients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Dentistry Comprehensive general dental care including dental emergencies, examinations, hygiene, gum disease treatment, root canals, dentures, and sedation services, provided to private dental patients across all six UK clinic locations.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Aesthetic dental treatments including smile makeovers, composite bonding, veneers, Snap on Smile, teeth whitening, and cosmetic gum surgery for patients seeking to improve the appearance of their smile.
• Orthodontics Teeth straightening treatments including Invisalign, ceramic braces, metal braces, lingual braces, clear braces, retainers, and multiple aligner systems for adults and children seeking orthodontic correction.
• Implantology Dental implant services including single implants, multiple implants, implant-retained dentures, All-on-4, All-on-6, pterygoid, zygomatic, and subperiosteal implants, plus bone grafting and sinus lift procedures, with Clinical Director Ihsaan Al-Hadad treating over 100 cases annually.
• Children's Dentistry Specialized dental care for children with gentle, preventive treatments designed to build healthy dental habits from an early age, including braces for children and teens.
• Online Booking Portal

Quantifiable outcome

• 9 out of 10 patients would recommend Zental to their family
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Dentex Healthcare: UK dental group focused on quality private and mixed dental practices across multiple sites. Operates a similar multi-clinic model to Zental with a focus on specialist services and a partnership approach with clinicians.
• Together Dental: UK dental group with a network of practices offering general, cosmetic, and specialist dentistry. Similar multi-site operating model and service offering as Zental, with growth via both organic expansion and acquisitions.
• mydentist: Largest dental chain in the UK with hundreds of practices offering both NHS and private dentistry including cosmetic and orthodontic treatments. Comparable multi-site UK dental services operator with overlapping service categories.
• Elleven Dental: Premium private dental practice in central London offering general, cosmetic, orthodontic, and implant services with a focus on patient experience. Closely comparable to Zental's flagship Knightsbridge positioning and high-end urban clinic model.
• Portman Dental Care: One of the largest private-focused dental groups in the UK with a multi-site premium positioning. Operates a network of clinics across the country offering general, cosmetic, orthodontic, and implant services — directly comparable to Zental's model and service mix.
• Smile Dental Care: UK dental group operating multiple clinics with a focus on private cosmetic and general dentistry. Similar multi-site UK operator with comparable cosmetic and orthodontic service categories to Zental.
• Rodericks Dental Partners: Large UK dental group operating hundreds of NHS-and-private mixed clinics nationwide. Comparable to Zental as a multi-site UK dental operator with general, cosmetic, and specialist services under one group structure.

Broad incumbents

• Colosseum Dental Group: Pan-European dental group with UK operations offering general and specialist dentistry across multiple sites. Comparable multi-clinic service model but operates at much greater scale as part of a wider European platform.
• Bupa Dental Care: Dental arm of Bupa, the international healthcare group, operating a large network of UK dental clinics. Overlaps with Zental in service categories but is part of a much broader healthcare portfolio rather than a specialist private dentistry brand.

Emerging players

• Boutique Dental: Smaller-scale UK private dental brand with a focus on cosmetic and aesthetic treatments. Less multi-site scale than Zental but overlaps in target patient (cosmetic-focused) and brand positioning (premium boutique experience).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@zentaluk
• Facebookfacebook.com/ZentalCareers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zental-uk
• Instagraminstagram.com/zentaluk
• Xx.com/Zental_Dental

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries5 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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