Bella Vita Dental

What Bella Vita Dental does

Bella Vita Dental is a privately-held, single-location dental practice headquartered at 3900 Fifth Ave #270 in the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego, California, operating in the personal healthcare services vertical. The practice delivers a full-spectrum dental care offering organized into four service lines: general dentistry (cleanings, examinations, oral surgery, periodontics, orthodontics, TMJ/TMD treatment, prosthodontics, sedation, and laser dentistry), cosmetic dentistry (Invisalign, teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, and smile makeovers), restorative dentistry (dental implants, crowns and bridges, full and partial dentures, and All-on-4 full-arch implants), and emergency dentistry (same-day treatment for tooth pain, broken teeth, swelling, and injuries). The clinical core is supported by laser dentistry hardware, a digital patient education content library, and online appointment scheduling via the Neurality Health platform.

The business is led by two practicing dentists, Dr. Brian Mananquil and Dr. Ryan Hoffman, supported by a small (1-10 employee) staff. Revenue is generated primarily through fee-for-service payments and PPO insurance reimbursements from a broad in-network roster spanning 12+ carriers including Aetna, Ameritas, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental PPO & Premiere, Metlife, and Humana. The practice supplements these core revenue streams with third-party patient financing (iCreditWorks via WebBank, CareCredit), an in-house Clerri (Kleer) Membership Plan for uninsured patients, and accepted payment methods including Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover, cash, check, HSA, and FSA (with a 3% convenience fee on credit card transactions). Patient acquisition runs through a primarily reputation-driven model leveraging 400+ 5-star Google and Yelp reviews, an active Facebook and Instagram presence, and SEO-optimized patient education content.

Operating infrastructure reflects compliance orientation: HIPAA-regulated protected health information handling, CCPA/CPRA-aligned privacy practices, a website consent management layer (CookieYes), accessibility tooling (UserWay), and Google Analytics instrumentation. The practice has no disclosed venture or growth-equity backing, no app, no public API, no pending M&A, and no announced second location, positioning it as an independently operated local clinic rather than a multi-site dental group or DSO.

Name

Bella Vita Dental

Legal name

Bella Vita Dental

Website

https://bellavitadental.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bella Vita Dental is a privately-held, single-location dental practice in the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego, California, delivering general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dental services to local individual and family patients, supported by laser dentistry technology and a broad in-network PPO insurance roster.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Services

NAICS

Offices of Dentists (62121)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

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

Keywords

• General dentistry services
• Cosmetic dental care
• Restorative dental implants
• Emergency dental treatment
• Sedation dental practice

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fee-for-Service Dental Procedures: Revenue generated from direct patient payments for all dental services rendered, including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and emergency dental care. Patients pay at time of service via cash, check, or credit card.
2. PPO Dental Insurance Reimbursements: Revenue from in-network insurance plan reimbursements. The practice is in-network with multiple PPO plans including Aetna, Ameritas, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Careington, Connection/GEHA, Delta Dental PPO & Premiere, Dentegra, DHA, Metlife, Humana, Principal, and Sunlife.
3. Financing and Membership Plans: Revenue facilitated through third-party financing options (iCreditWorks, CareCredit) and the Clerri Membership Plan for uninsured patients, which provides routine care included in membership and exclusive discounts on procedures.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bella Vita Dental is a single-location dental practice in Hillcrest, San Diego, delivering general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry services. Offerings span preventive care (cleanings, exams, laser dentistry, periodontal care), aesthetic treatments (Invisalign, teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, smile makeovers), restorative solutions (dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, All-on-4), and same-day emergency care, supported by sedation dentistry and TMJ/TMD treatment. The practice also provides a Clerri (Kleer) in-house membership plan and accepts multiple PPO dental insurance plans to broaden patient access.

Product overview

Bella Vita Dental is a dental practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of dental services across four main categories: General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, and Emergency Dentistry. The practice provides preventive care (checkups, cleanings), aesthetic treatments (Invisalign, teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, smile makeovers), restorative solutions (dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, All-on-4 implants), and urgent care services. Specialized services include laser dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, sedation dentistry, and TMJ/TMD treatment. The practice also offers a Clerri Membership Plan as a discount dental plan alternative for uninsured patients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Dentistry Comprehensive preventive and routine dental care for patients of all ages, including cleanings, exams, laser dentistry, TMJ/TMD treatment, sedation options, and oral surgery to maintain oral health.
• Cosmetic Dentistry Smile aesthetic enhancement treatments including Invisalign, professional teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, and personalized smile makeovers for patients seeking cosmetic improvement.
• Restorative Dentistry Restoration of damaged or missing teeth using dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, and All-on-4 full-arch solutions to restore comfort, function, and confidence.
• Emergency Dentistry Same-day urgent dental care for tooth pain, broken teeth, swelling, injuries, abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and other dental emergencies requiring immediate attention.
• Dental Implants Permanent tooth replacement using titanium posts implanted in the jawbone that fuse with bone through osseointegration, providing a durable synthetic root system for missing teeth.
• All-on-4 Dental Implants Full-arch tooth replacement solution using four strategically placed implants to support a complete set of prosthetic teeth for patients with extensive tooth loss.
• Invisalign Clear aligner orthodontic treatment using removable, virtually invisible plastic aligners that gradually straighten teeth as an alternative to traditional metal braces.
• Teeth Whitening Professional whitening treatments using peroxide-based solutions to brighten and whiten teeth, including in-office Zoom whitening and customized take-home options.
• Dental Cleanings & Examinations Professional cleaning to remove plaque and tartar buildup combined with comprehensive oral examination for patients seeking preventive oral health maintenance.
• Clerri Membership Plan Discount dental plan for uninsured patients offering routine care included in membership with exclusive discounts on additional procedures, no deductibles, no waiting periods, and no annual maximums over a 12-month term.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% dental implant success rate (referenced from American Academy of Implant Dentistry)

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Delta Dental PPO & PremierecoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Delta Dental PPO and Premiere plans as in-network, allowing patients with these plans to receive covered dental services at negotiated rates.
• Aetna DentalcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Aetna dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Metlife DentalcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Metlife dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield dental insurance plans as in-network.
• AmeritascoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Ameritas dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Humana DentalcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Humana dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Principal Financial GroupcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Principal Financial Group dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Sunlife FinancialcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Sunlife Financial dental insurance plans as in-network.
• CareingtoncoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Careington dental insurance plans as in-network.
• Connection / GEHAcoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Connection Dental and GEHA dental insurance plans as in-network.
• DentegracoreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts Dentegra dental insurance plans as in-network.
• DHA (Dental Health Alliance)coreOthersIn-network PPO insurance provider. The practice accepts DHA dental insurance plans as in-network.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Tend: Tech-forward, design-led dental brand modernizing the patient experience with online booking and elevated clinic environments. Comparable in its emphasis on patient-experience differentiation and digital tooling.
• MB2 Dental Solutions: Dental partnership organization affiliating with owner-doctors while preserving clinical autonomy. Directly comparable to Bella Vita's apparent affiliation model via Gen4 and a potential partner or acquirer profile.

Broad incumbents

• Bright Now! Dental: California-focused multi-location dental chain offering general, cosmetic, orthodontic, and specialty services. Comparable service mix and regional overlap in Southern California.
• Western Dental & Orthodontics: California-headquartered DSO with a strong presence in San Diego offering general dentistry, orthodontics, and specialty services under one roof — the most direct California-based DSO comparable to Bella Vita.
• Aspen Dental: Large multi-location DSO offering general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry nationwide. Comparable as a direct DSO competitor in the same product categories and a likely roll-up consolidator for practices like Bella Vita.
• Heartland Dental: Largest US dental support organization, supporting hundreds of general and specialty practices. Comparable multi-specialty model and a natural buyer profile for established single-location practices.
• Gen4 Dental Partners: DSO partner to Bella Vita based on the practice's hosted careers page. Direct affiliation signal and a natural peer for service-mix and operational benchmarking.
• Pacific Dental Services: Multi-specialty DSO with a strong PPO in-network strategy and broad service mix including general, specialty, and cosmetic dentistry. Directly comparable insurance and service-portfolio positioning.
• Sonrava Health: Parent of Western Dental and other affiliated dental brands operating a multi-state DSO platform with general and specialty services. Comparable diversified service portfolio and California footprint.
• Smile Brands: Multi-brand DSO supporting hundreds of affiliated practices across general, cosmetic, and specialty dentistry. Comparable full-service dental model and a potential acquirer profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/BellaVitaDentalHillcrest
• Instagraminstagram.com/bellavitadental/?hl=en
• Xx.com/MananquilDDS

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 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 →

Frequently asked questions about Bella Vita Dental