Arch Dental Care

What Arch Dental Care does

Arch Dental Care is a private, single-location dental practice operating from 154 Arch Street in Redwood City, California, serving families and individual patients across the San Francisco Peninsula. The practice is co-owned by general dentists Dr. James H. Kim, DDS and Dr. Michelle Y. Kim, DDS, and was formed through a 2017 merger that relocated and rebranded the former Birch Street Dental into a larger facility. It provides a comprehensive service mix spanning general dentistry (cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, dentures), cosmetic dentistry (porcelain veneers, Philips Zoom in-office whitening, take-home trays, bonding), orthodontic treatment (traditional and Invisalign clear aligners across all phases and ages), pediatric dentistry from age two, dental implants, and custom appliances (night guards, sports guards). A distinguishing feature is the integration of four in-house board-certified specialists — a periodontist (Dr. Neha Tamhane), endodontist (Dr. Tanya Zaghi), orthodontist (Dr. Katherine Kieu), and oral and maxillofacial surgeon (Dr. Ramiz Mogannam) — allowing the practice to retain specialty revenue that would otherwise be referred out.

The practice operates a paperless, digital clinical environment using digital X-rays, online/iPad intake forms, and online appointment scheduling through Zocdoc and FlexBook.me. It has invested in clinical safety infrastructure including medical-grade UV-C air purifiers, a REME HALO in-duct air purifier, Isolite aerosol reduction systems, and CDC/CDPH/FDA-aligned PPE protocols. The clinical and front-office team is multilingual across English, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean, supporting the diverse demographics of the Redwood City catchment area. Marketing is predominantly organic, relying on patient referrals, Opencare.com directory visibility (2015 Top 10 Redwood City recognition), Facebook presence, and third-party booking platforms.

Arch Dental Care generates revenue through fee-for-service professional services billed primarily via accepted dental PPO insurance plans (Ameritas, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta PPO/Premier, GEHA, Guardian, Humana, and others), with patient co-payments due at time of service. No pricing is publicly disclosed; new patient specials and senior discounts are offered. The practice has no app, no disclosed API/SDK, no published technology platform, no AI/ML capabilities, and no funded investment history — it operates as an independently owned, traditional dental services business rather than a technology-enabled venture.

Name

Arch Dental Care

Legal name

Arch Dental Care

Website

https://archdentalcare.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Arch Dental Care is a private, single-location dental practice in Redwood City, California, offering general, cosmetic, orthodontic, and specialty dental services through in-house board-certified specialists, serving families and individuals of all ages in the San Francisco Peninsula.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (6212)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLABAAAE

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

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/General & Family Dentistry

SECONDARYHLABABAE

Traditional Braces (Metal/Ceramic/Lingual) Providers

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

Keywords

• General dental services
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Orthodontic treatment
• Specialty dental care
• Family dentistry

Headquarters

HQ city

Redwood City

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Care Services: Provides comprehensive dental care services including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and specialty services (periodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, orthodontics). Revenue generated through patient visits and procedures. Accepts dental PPO insurance plans and handles billing directly.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Arch Dental Care is a single-location family dental practice providing general dentistry (cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, dental implants, sealants, pediatric care) and cosmetic dentistry (Invisalign clear aligners, porcelain veneers, Philips Zoom teeth whitening, bonding/restorations). The practice additionally provides in-house specialty services including periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics, with custom dental appliances such as night guards and sports guards. Patients of all ages (from 2 years old through seniors) are served from its Redwood City, California office with online booking through Zocdoc and FlexBook and direct PPO insurance billing.

Product overview

Arch Dental Care is a family dental practice offering comprehensive dental services through a single-location general dentistry practice with on-site specialists. The practice operates as a unified service offering rather than a platform architecture. Core services include general dentistry (cleaning, fillings, extractions), cosmetic dentistry (veneers, whitening), and orthodontic treatments (Invisalign). The practice also provides specialty services through in-office specialists including periodontics (Dr. Neha Tamhane), oral surgery (Dr. Ramiz Mogannam), endodontics (Dr. Tanya Zaghi), and orthodontics (Dr. Katherine Kieu). Additional offerings include custom dental appliances (night guards, sports guards) and treatments for conditions like bruxism. The practice is paperless with digital forms and digital X-rays.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Dentistry Comprehensive general dental services including cleaning, deep cleaning (SCRP), cavity fillings, implant restoration, extractions, bone grafting, and sealants for patients of all ages.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Aesthetic dental treatments including porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, and bonding/restorations to improve smile appearance.
• Invisalign Clear Aligner Treatment Certified Invisalign clear aligner orthodontic treatment for teeth straightening, available for all phases and ages, using a series of custom-made invisible aligner trays.
• Zoom In-Office Teeth Whitening Philips Zoom professional in-office teeth whitening treatment that can brighten teeth up to eight shades in a single visit, including desensitizers to minimize sensitivity and protect enamel.
• Take-Home Custom Whitening Trays Custom-fitted whitening trays created by the dentist with customizable formula concentration and wear times for at-home teeth whitening.
• Porcelain Veneers Thin ceramic shells bonded directly to front tooth surfaces to improve smile aesthetics, with durability exceeding a decade with proper care.
• Periodontic Services Gum and supporting tissue treatments including periodontic surgery, pocket reduction surgery, soft tissue grafting, bone grafting, crown lengthening, and gum grafts performed by board-certified periodontist Dr. Neha Tamhane.
• Oral Surgery Surgical procedures including implant placement, sinus lift, wisdom teeth extraction, and other treatments performed by board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Ramiz Mogannam.
• Endodontic Services Root canal treatment and retreatment services, including oral microsurgery, performed by board-certified endodontist Dr. Tanya Zaghi.
• Orthodontic Treatment Orthodontic treatments including traditional braces and Invisalign for all phases and ages, provided by board-certified orthodontist Dr. Katherine Kieu.
• Dental Implants Tooth replacement solutions including implant placement (by Dr. Ramiz Mogannam) and implant restoration services for patients with missing teeth.
• Pediatric Dentistry Dental care services for children as young as 2 years old, welcoming pediatric patients within the family-oriented practice.
• Night Guards / Occlusal Guards Custom-fitted protective mouth guards for patients with bruxism (teeth grinding/clenching) to minimize dental damage during sleep.
• Sports Guards Custom-fitted protective mouth guards for athletes participating in contact and non-contact sports to prevent mouth-related injuries.

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• ZocdoccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline appointment booking platform partner allowing patients to book appointments with Dr. James Kim or Dr. Michelle Kim through Zocdoc's platform at any time.
• FlexBook (flexbook.me)supportingTechnology or IntegrationOnline appointment booking integration allowing patients to schedule appointments through the practice's website.
• Philips ZoomsupportingTechnology or IntegrationProvides in-office teeth whitening treatment using Philips Zoom Whitening system, which includes desensitizers to minimize sensitivity and protect enamel.
• InvisalignsupportingTechnology or IntegrationCertified provider of Invisalign clear aligners for orthodontic treatment for all phases and ages.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Smile Brands: Multi-brand DSO operating general dentistry and specialty practices. Comparable on PPO insurance participation and the single-location, multi-specialty care model that Arch Dental uses.
• Western Dental: One of the largest dental service organizations in California, providing general, specialty, and orthodontic care across a multi-location footprint in the same state where Arch Dental operates. Overlaps directly on services (general dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, implants) and on PPO insurance participation.
• Pacific Dental Services: Large U.S. DSO supporting general and specialty dental practices (including periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics). Comparable to Arch Dental in offering multi-specialty dental services under one operational umbrella, with much broader scale and geographic reach.
• Sonrava Health: Multi-brand dental support organization operating general and specialty dental practices (formerly parent of Western Dental). Overlaps on the comprehensive-service single-location model and California footprint adjacent to Arch Dental.
• Heartland Dental: The largest dental support organization in the U.S., backing doctor-owned general and specialty practices. Comparable to Arch Dental on the model of supporting a multi-doctor practice delivering comprehensive dental care, but at vastly greater scale.
• Aspen Dental: National DSO running branded general and specialty dental offices with broad insurance acceptance. Overlaps with Arch Dental on general dentistry, dentures/implants, and multi-specialty service menus offered through single locations.

Emerging players

• Imagen Dental Partners: Dental partnership platform supporting doctor-led general and specialty practices. Comparable to Arch Dental on preserving doctor ownership while adding operational support, in a similar multi-specialty scope.
• MB2 Dental Solutions: Doctor-focused dental partnership platform aggregating independently owned general and specialty practices. Relevant given Arch Dental's privately held, doctor-led model that could be aggregated into a similar platform if it ever sought scale capital.
• Tend Dental: Modern, digitally focused dental chain offering general, cosmetic, and orthodontic services (including Invisalign) with strong online booking — overlapping Arch Dental on comprehensive service mix and digital-patient convenience.

Regional players

• Comfort Dental: Multi-state dental franchise offering general dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery at single locations. Comparable in single-site multi-specialty service mix; serves different geographies than Redwood City.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/archdentalcare

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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