The dental industry is experiencing a wave of new companies focused on technology. These startups are creating software for everything from practice management to AI diagnostics.
U.S. Oral Surgery Management has raised $325M to support oral surgeons with business services. Meanwhile, companies like Overjet are applying AI to dentistry, securing over $130M in funding.
Below is our list of 26 Dental startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Pearl builds AI software for the dental industry, including its FDA-cleared Second Opinion® platform for radiologic detection. Their technology helps doctors and clinics in over 120 countries improve diagnostics and overall patient care.
| Headquarters | West Hollywood, California, United States |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Cambron Carter, Kyle Stanley, Ophir Tanz |
| Funding Amount | $69M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Craft Ventures, Bossa Invest, Irving Investors, Left Lane Capital, Alpha Partners |
Overjet builds artificial intelligence software for dentists to more accurately diagnose conditions from patient X-rays. The platform is also used by dental insurance providers to streamline and standardize the claims review process.
| Headquarters | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Alexander Jelicich, Deepak Ramaswamy, Wardah Inam |
| Funding Amount | $130.6M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | General Catalyst, Insight Partners, Liquid 2 Ventures, E14 Fund, Crosslink Capital |
Smartee Denti-Technology develops clear aligners that offer an invisible alternative to traditional braces. The company has become a leading brand in China by applying 3D technology to its orthodontic treatment solutions.
| Headquarters | Shanghai, Shanghai, China |
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Founders | Junfeng Yao, Zhongwei Yao |
| Funding Amount | $87.6M |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | BioVenture, CD Capital, Neovision Capital, Beijing Taikang Investment, China Resources Capital-China Resources Xianglianhe Fund. |
U.S. Oral Surgery Management partners with oral surgery practices to handle their operational, marketing, and administrative needs. This support allows surgeons to focus exclusively on patient care and clinical excellence.
| Headquarters | Irving, Texas, United States |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Pat Haynes |
| Funding Amount | $325M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Debt Financing |
| Top Investors | — |
Wisdom runs a full-service billing company that allows dental practices to outsource their insurance collections and patient billing. Their platform is designed to streamline financial operations so dental teams can focus on patient care instead of paperwork.
| Headquarters | New York, New York, United States |
| Year Founded | 2023 |
| Founders | Ashley Bond, Stoyan Kenderov |
| Funding Amount | $28M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | Aquiline Capital Partners, Juxtapose, Permanent Capital Ventures |
Apex Hospitals provides a broad spectrum of healthcare services, including specialized care in audiology, cardiology, and dental. The hospital group delivers comprehensive patient care and rehabilitation programs through its network of multi-specialty facilities.
| Headquarters | Jaipur, Rajasthan, India |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Founders | Shiv Bhagwan Jhawar |
| Funding Amount | ₹2.7B |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Private Equity |
| Top Investors | InvAscent, Somerset Indus Capital Partners |
Dental Monitoring develops an AI-powered platform that helps orthodontists remotely monitor their patients' treatment progress. Their software analyzes scans taken from a patient's smartphone, allowing for more efficient clinical oversight and fewer in-person visits.
| Headquarters | Paris, Ile-de-France, France |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Armelle Coquart, Emmanuel Salah, Philippe Salah |
| Funding Amount | $232.4M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Private Equity |
| Top Investors | Vitruvian Partners, Mérieux Equity Partners, Naxicap Partners, HWA |
Perfora develops a line of oral care products designed to improve daily dental hygiene routines. The company offers items like electric toothbrushes, smart water flossers, and unique toothpaste formulations directly to consumers.
| Headquarters | Gurgaon, Haryana, India |
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | Jatan Bawa, Tushar Khurana |
| Funding Amount | $8.6M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Shiprocket, Sauce.vc, Huddle, RPSG Capital Ventures, Namita Thapar |
Clove Dental operates a large network of dental clinics providing comprehensive oral healthcare services. The chain offers a full spectrum of treatments, from routine check-ups to more complex dental procedures.
| Headquarters | New Delhi, Delhi, India |
| Year Founded | 2011 |
| Founders | Amar Singh |
| Funding Amount | ₹9.6B |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series E |
| Top Investors | Investcorp, Qatar Investment Authority, SeaLink Capital Partners, Tybourne Capital Management, SPDG |
Jio Health builds a digital platform that allows patients to track vitals and manage their medications from home. Their system connects users directly with doctors and caregivers, creating a more integrated approach to personal healthcare.
| Headquarters | Ho Chi Minh City, NA - Vietnam, Vietnam |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Raghu Rai |
| Funding Amount | $27.7M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Monk’s Hill Ventures, Heritas Capital, Immeasurable, Kasikorn Bank, Fuchsia VC |
16 Additional Dental Startups Worth Following
Those top ten are just a small part of what’s happening in the dental field. Together, the companies below have raised over $250 million to work on everything from patient care to manufacturing and AI.
Some are brand new and others have been around for years. Here’s a look at the other startups helping to shape the industry.