Arizona Smile Designers

What Arizona Smile Designers does

Arizona Smile Designers is a privately held, single-location dental practice headquartered at 350 S. Willard St., Cottonwood, Arizona, founded in 2007. It is owned and operated by three dentists with complementary specialties: Dr. Steve Vergara (Loma Linda, practicing since 1984, with cosmetic dentistry training), Dr. M. Dan Ripplinger (Loma Linda, 1985 graduate, Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, who maintains a separate Las Vegas practice and travels monthly), and Dr. Robert Noone (University of Illinois, 1972, Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, 20-year U.S. Army Colonel with 27 years of prior Camp Verde practice). The firm delivers general, cosmetic, restorative, endodontic, periodontic, and surgical dentistry — including dental implants, LANAP laser gum surgery, Invisalign, Philips Zoom whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, and pediatric/early dental care — out of one Cottonwood office to families and individuals across Cottonwood, Sedona, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, and surrounding Northern Arizona communities.

The practice's technology stack centers on advanced dental equipment rather than software platforms: dental lasers for LANAP gum surgery, 3-D imaging and digital impressions for Invisalign aligner fabrication, titanium implant systems with osseointegration, and Philips Zoom Whitespeed in-office whitening with Blue LED acceleration. Service delivery is direct-to-consumer: patients discover the practice through search engines, word-of-mouth, referrals, advertisements, and a Refer-a-Friend program, then book via phone or an online 24/7 appointment request form. Marketing is multi-channel but locally focused, anchored by an educational blog, SEO-optimized service pages, patient testimonials, and community involvement (Rotary Club).

Revenue is generated on a fee-for-service professional services model, with payment collected at time of service or via three structured financing tiers: a prepayment discount plan (10% cash/check, 5% credit card on treatments starting at $2,500), CareCredit revolving healthcare credit (interest-free options for treatments starting at $300), and LendingPoint personal loans (monthly payment plans). Insurance claims are filed on behalf of patients; balances over 90 days carry 18% APR. Pricing is quote-based and determined during consultation. No revenue, headcount beyond the 1–10 firmographic range, or unit economics are publicly disclosed.

Name

Arizona Smile Designers

Legal name

Arizona Smile Designers

Website

https://azsmiledesigners.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Arizona Smile Designers is a privately held, single-location dental practice in Cottonwood, Arizona, owned by three dentists who deliver general, cosmetic, restorative, endodontic, periodontic, and surgical dentistry to families and individuals across Northern Arizona communities including Sedona, Camp Verde, and Clarkdale.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (621210)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLABAAAB

Restorative General Dentistry (Fillings/Crowns/Bridges)

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

SECONDARYHLABAAAC

Cosmetic & Esthetic Dentistry (Veneers/Whitening/Bonding)

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

SECONDARYHLABAFAE

Aesthetic/Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry (Smile Design)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Dental Care Services/Prosthodontics & Restorative Specialty

Keywords

• General dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Dental implants
• Orthodontic services
• Family dental care

Headquarters

HQ city

Cottonwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dental Services Revenue: Professional dental services rendered during office visits. Services include general treatment, cosmetic procedures, oral surgery, implants, orthodontics, and preventive care. Revenue collected at time of service or through financing arrangements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Arizona Smile Designers is a dental practice providing comprehensive dental care including general and preventive dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign clear aligners, oral surgery and extractions, endodontic root canals, periodontics, and LANAP laser gum surgery. The practice serves patients of all ages from a single Cottonwood, Arizona office staffed by three dentists.

Product overview

Arizona Smile Designers operates as a comprehensive dental practice offering a unified portfolio of services organized around three pillars: general and preventive care (cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, bridges), restorative and surgical procedures (dental implants, root canals, oral surgery, extractions), and cosmetic treatments (Invisalign, porcelain veneers, Philips teeth whitening, LANAP laser gum surgery). The practice provides end-to-end dental care for patients of all ages, from early pediatric care through adult dentistry, with specialists handling periodontics, endodontics, and implant placement. All services are delivered at a single Cottonwood, AZ location with three on-site dentists, eliminating the need for external referrals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Treatment Preventive and basic restorative dental care including professional teeth cleanings, comprehensive dental exams, tooth-colored composite fillings, crowns, and bridges for patients in Northern Arizona.
• Oral Surgery and Extraction Surgical dental procedures including tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, surgical extractions for impacted teeth, and pre-prosthetic surgery for denture preparation.
• Dental Implants Titanium implant placement for single tooth replacement, implant-supported bridges, and implant-supported dentures, including services from consultation through final restoration. Dr. Ripplinger, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, handles the surgical placement.
• Invisalign Clear Aligners Clear plastic tray orthodontic system using 3-D imaging technology to gradually shift teeth into alignment; aligners are worn approximately 22 hours daily with tray changes every two weeks.
• Porcelain Veneers Thin porcelain coverings bonded to the front of existing teeth to improve alignment, spacing, shape, size, and color; custom-made from dental lab molds.
• Philips Teeth Whitening Take-home whitening system using Philips trays with amorphous calcium phosphate formula and Blue LED light technology, plus in-office Philips Zoom Whitespeed treatment for up to eight shades brighter in 45 minutes.
• Professional Teeth Cleanings Semi-annual professional cleanings including plaque and tartar removal, polishing with gritty toothpaste, flossing, fluoride treatment, and dentist final checkup.
• LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) Laser gum surgery using dental laser technology to remove diseased gum tissue and harmful bacteria without damaging healthy tissue; treats gum disease with minimal discomfort and downtime.
• Root Canal (Endodontics) Procedure to extract decayed pulp from the central part of a tooth, reshape the canal, and replace with strengthening filler to preserve the natural tooth.
• Periodontics Prevention and treatment of gum disease including scaling and root planing, gum grafting, and LANAP laser treatment.
• Crowns and Bridges Custom-made dental crowns fitted over damaged teeth and dental bridges to fill spaces left by missing teeth using fixed, Maryland, or cantilever bridge designs.
• Dentures Full or partial tooth replacement sets that sit over the gums for patients missing multiple teeth; removable for cleaning and maintained with dental adhesive.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Full range of aesthetic dental treatments including veneers, teeth whitening, and smile makeovers to improve the appearance of patients' smiles.
• Family Dentistry Dental care services for patients of all ages from pediatric through adult, including early dental care for toddlers and infants.
• Emergency Dental Care Same-day emergency appointments for severe tooth pain, dental abscess, or trauma; available for both new and existing patients.
• Tooth-Colored Composite Fillings Modern tooth-colored resin or porcelain fillings to replace old amalgam/metal fillings, restoring both function and natural appearance.
• Early Dental Care Pediatric dental services including infant and toddler oral care, dental sealants, and establishing healthy habits from an early age.

Quantifiable outcome

• Philips Zoom Whitespeed can whiten teeth up to eight shades brighter within 45 minutes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• InvisaligncoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified provider of Invisalign clear aligners for orthodontic treatment. The practice has been providing Invisalign for decades using advanced 3-D imaging technology to create custom aligner series. Aligners are removable plastic trays that gradually shift teeth into correct positions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Coast Dental: Dental Service Organization with a network of practices offering comprehensive dental services including general dentistry, cosmetic procedures, and specialty care. Comparable as a multi-location DSO operator with overlapping service offerings.
• Great Expressions Dental Centers: Dental Support Organization providing general, specialty, and cosmetic dental services across multiple states. Comparable service portfolio and single-location practice model to Arizona Smile Designers.
• Heartland Dental: Largest dental support organization in the United States, supporting thousands of dentist offices with comprehensive general, cosmetic, and specialty services. Comparable to Arizona Smile Designers across both general and specialty service lines.
• Smile Brands: Dental Support Organization supporting affiliated practices including general dentistry, orthodontics, and specialty services. Comparable business model offering comprehensive dental care at branded practice locations.
• Western Dental: Dental Service Organization offering comprehensive dental services including general dentistry, orthodontics, implants, and cosmetic procedures through branded single locations. Comparable as a direct competitor offering the same broad service mix.
• Aspen Dental: National Dental Service Organization with branded practices offering comprehensive dental services including general dentistry, implants, and cosmetic procedures in single locations. Highly comparable to Arizona Smile Designers' comprehensive single-location service model.
• Affordable Dentures & Implants: Largest network of dental practices focused on dentures, extractions, and implants. Comparable to Arizona Smile Designers' implant and surgical offerings and single-location delivery model.
• Pacific Dental Services: Dental Support Organization providing business and operational support to dental practices with modern technology and comprehensive general, cosmetic, restorative, and specialty services - overlapping service portfolio with Arizona Smile Designers.

Broad incumbents

• Align Technology: Medical device company and manufacturer of the Invisalign clear aligner system - a key technology partner for Arizona Smile Designers. Comparable because Invisalign is a major service offering at the practice and represents the underlying category adjacency in orthodontics.

Others

• Philips Oral Healthcare: Manufacturer of Philips Zoom teeth whitening systems used by Arizona Smile Designers. Comparable as an enabling technology partner whose products drive a key cosmetic service offering at the practice.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ArizonaSmileDesigners
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arizona-smile-designers

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 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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