What Neal Martin Dentistry does

Neal Martin Dentistry (legal entity: Martin Dental Clinic, PA) is a privately held, founder-owned general dentistry practice operating from a single location at 179 Mobile Street, Saltillo, Mississippi. Founded in 1985 by Dr. Neal Martin following his graduation from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry, the practice serves the Saltillo community and surrounding north Mississippi area, with services spanning preventive care (cleanings, fluoride treatment), cosmetic dentistry (veneers, teeth whitening), and restorative work (same-day crowns, bridges, dentures and partials, composite fillings, mini dental implants, and extractions). The patient base is broadly horizontal — local families and individuals — acquired through direct phone outreach, community presence, and referrals rather than digital channels or marketing campaigns.

The practice's underlying technology stack is centered on E4D same-day crown fabrication, which allows crown preparation and seating within a single visit and eliminates the need for temporary crowns, alongside mini dental implant placement that can be completed in a single day at lower cost and healing time than traditional implants. Operationally the practice runs Monday–Thursday, 8AM–5PM, with a stable, long-tenured staff of seven (one dentist, two hygienists, two dental assistants, an office manager, and a patient services coordinator). Several employees have been with the practice for decades, including a hygienist since 1988 and the office manager since 1995, signaling institutional continuity that is unusual for a solo practice.

Revenue is generated through fee-for-service dental procedures collected at point of service, supplemented by in-network reimbursement from a broad set of dental insurance carriers (Cigna, Aetna Extend, Delta Dental Premier, Unum Dental, Always Care, Colonial Life, Starmount, and Dentamax). The practice files claims on behalf of both in-network and out-of-network patients. For uninsured or higher-cost procedures, CareCredit financing is offered, and the practice accepts all major credit cards. There is no online scheduling, no telehealth offering, and no indication of DSO affiliation or external capital.

Name

Neal Martin Dentistry

Legal name

Martin Dental Clinic, PA

Website

https://nealmartindentistry.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Neal Martin Dentistry is a privately owned, single-location general dentistry practice in Saltillo, Mississippi, founded in 1985 by Dr. Neal Martin, serving local families with preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dental services including same-day crowns and mini dental implants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

General Dentistry Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

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

Headquarters

HQ city

Saltillo

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Service Fees: One-time and recurring dental procedure fees charged directly to patients. Services include veneers, mini implants, same-day crowns, bridges, dentures and partials, composite fillings, teeth cleaning, whitening, and extractions. Revenue is collected at point of service, with payment plans available through CareCredit and in-network insurance filing.
2. Dental Insurance Reimbursement: In-network provider for multiple insurance plans: Cigna (except Cigna Advantage), Aetna Extend, Delta Dental Premier, Unum Dental, Always Care, Colonial Life, Starmount, and Dentamax. The practice files in-network and out-of-network insurance claims on behalf of patients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Core offering

Neal Martin Dentistry is a single-location general dentistry practice providing preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dental services to patients of all ages in Saltillo, MS and surrounding areas. Service offerings include teeth cleaning, teeth whitening, veneers, composite fillings, same-day crowns (E4D), bridges, dentures and partials, mini dental implants, and extractions, delivered by a seven-person team led by Dr. Neal Martin.

Product overview

Neal Martin Dentistry is a general dentistry practice offering a comprehensive suite of dental services. The practice operates as a single-location dental clinic in Saltillo, MS, led by Dr. Neal Martin. The service portfolio centers on preventive care (teeth cleaning), cosmetic procedures (veneers, teeth whitening), and restorative treatments (same-day crowns, bridges, dentures, mini dental implants, composite fillings, extractions). These services are interconnected—the practice can handle the full patient journey from preventive care through restorative procedures, including post-extraction tooth replacement options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Veneers Ultra-thin porcelain shells placed on the front of teeth to improve their appearance by correcting chips, gaps, discolored, and misshapen teeth. The veneer process typically takes 1-3 days from start to finish. Targeted at patients seeking cosmetic improvements to their smile.
• Mini Dental Implants Minimally invasive dental implants that are less expensive than traditional implants, require less healing time, and can replace missing teeth in a single day. Also used for retention of dentures and partials. Targeted at patients with missing teeth or those needing denture stabilization.
• Same-Day Crowns Dental crowns made and seated in a single day using E4D technology, avoiding the need for temporary crowns. Preparation takes about an hour, with seating typically within an hour and a half. Targeted at patients needing tooth restoration with minimal disruption.
• Bridges Dental restorations that replace or span spaces where one or more teeth have been lost. Can typically be seated within 2 weeks if no extraction is needed, or 3-4 weeks additional healing time after extraction. Targeted at patients with one or more missing teeth.
• Dentures and Partials Full and partial dentures to replace missing teeth. Includes immediate dentures available at time of extraction. Wait time is usually 3 weeks for final partials. Targeted at patients missing multiple teeth or full arches.
• Composite Fillings Tooth-colored fillings that blend with natural tooth color, providing a more cosmetically pleasing alternative to metal fillings. Uses composite material cured with blue light. Targeted at patients with tooth decay or those replacing existing fillings.
• Teeth Cleaning Professional dental cleaning including x-rays, removal of hardened tartar and plaque, polishing, rinsing, and fluoride treatment when applicable. Recommended every 6 months. Targeted at patients of all ages for preventive oral health maintenance.
• Teeth Whitening At-home whitening treatment using custom-fitted trays worn 30 minutes daily. Typically takes about 20 days to achieve desired whitening level. Pre-loaded trays also available. Targeted at patients seeking a brighter, whiter smile.
• Extractions Tooth extraction procedure for unsalvageable teeth, performed under local anesthesia in a single quick in-office appointment. Post-extraction options include mini implants, bridges, and dentures. Targeted at patients with teeth that cannot be restored.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• Sonrava Health: Multi-brand DSO (Western Dental, Brident) operating general and orthodontic dental offices. Relevant comparable as a large-scale operator offering same service categories as Neal Martin Dentistry across diverse markets.
• Heartland Dental: Largest US Dental Service Organization supporting thousands of dentists across general and specialty practices. Directly relevant as the dominant scaled alternative model to independent solo practices like Neal Martin Dentistry, with same service categories (general dentistry, restorative, cosmetic).
• MB2 Dental: Dental partnership organization offering practice management support to general and specialty dentists. Comparable as an alternative growth/affiliation model for independent practices like Neal Martin Dentistry seeking operational scale.
• Pacific Dental Services: Major DSO supporting general and specialty dental practices with modern technology platforms. Comparable to Neal Martin Dentistry in core service offerings (general, restorative, cosmetic) but with the operational scale and technology investment a solo practice cannot match.
• Dental Care Alliance: DSO supporting affiliated general and specialty dental practices across multiple US states. Provides operational scale and practice management resources that compete with independent solo practices in similar local markets.
• Aspen Dental: National DSO operating hundreds of branded dental offices offering general dentistry, dentures, implants, and cosmetic services. Highly comparable service mix to Neal Martin Dentistry but at massive scale with extended hours and digital scheduling.

Others

• Delta Dental: Largest US dental insurance carrier and a key insurance partner of Neal Martin Dentistry. Relevant as a payer-side participant that influences patient flow, reimbursement rates, and provider economics across the dental services ecosystem.

Direct peers

• Affordable Dentures & Implants: National dental practice chain specializing in dentures, extractions, and implants at accessible price points. Directly comparable to Neal Martin Dentistry's denture and mini implant service lines, representing both a competitor and a benchmark for restorative pricing.
• Comfort Dental: Franchise dental practice model offering general dentistry, implants, and orthodontics with extended hours. Directly comparable to Neal Martin Dentistry's service portfolio, particularly as a scaled alternative for general family dentistry patients.
• Gentle Dental: Multi-location dental group offering comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. Similar service portfolio to Neal Martin Dentistry (cleanings, crowns, implants, veneers) but operates at a regional multi-office scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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