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DENTAL HEARTS INC

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 843574708 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE E99 · Health Care · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.dentalhearts.org
revenue
$546K
expenses
$484K
net assets
$-38K
employees
4
program ratio
100%
filing since
2020
mission · from form 990

DENTAL HEARTS WAS STARTED TO PROVIDE DENTAL IMPLANTS TO THOSE THAT CANNOT AFFORD THE FEES THAT ARE CHARGED BY PRIVATE PRACTICE DENTAL OFFICES. THE MAIN FOCUS IS TO HELP THE 400,000 PLUS VETERANS IN ARIZONA, BUT IT ALSO WANTS TO HELP THOSE THAT WANT A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE WITH DENTAL IMPLANTS BUT ARE UNABLE TO AFFORD THEM. DENTAL HEARTS BELIEVES THAT EVERYONE HAS THE RIGHT TO A BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND GREAT QUALITY OF LIFE WITH DENTAL IMPLANTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Dental Hearts Inc is a nonprofit organization based in Arizona that provides affordable dental implant services to underserved populations, particularly veterans. The organization aims to improve the quality of life for individuals who cannot afford traditional dental care by offering comprehensive dental implant procedures and related surgeries.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Dental Implant Surgery
Provides comprehensive dental implant procedures, including single and multiple implants.
Implant Overdenture
Creates implant-supported dentures for patients without teeth, improving stability and comfort.
Sinus Lift Surgery
Offers sinus lift procedures to prepare the jawbone for dental implants.
activities · 14

what they do

direct service · 12
  • Complimentary Diagnostic Imaging and Consultations Dental Implant Services and Support
    Offers free 3D CT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) scans and initial consultations to support diagnosis and personalized treatment planning for dental implants. These services are provided at no charge to all patients, with a special provision for veterans.
  • Dental Implant Services for Underserved Communities Dental Implant Services and Support
    Provides comprehensive dental implant procedures, including single and multiple implants, abutment and crown placement, and implant overdentures, with a focus on underserved populations in Phoenix, AZ. Offers low-cost or no-cost services to qualifying patients, including veterans who may receive full procedures at no expense.
  • Diagnostic imaging and treatment planning Dental Implant Services and Support
    Conducts 3D CT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) scans for all patients to generate detailed images of teeth, bone, soft tissues, and nerve pathways, enabling precise diagnosis and individualized surgical planning for dental implants and overdentures.
  • Implant warranty and success monitoring Dental Implant Services and Support
    Offers a one-year warranty on dental implants, replacing any failed implant at no cost to the patient, and reports a 95% to 97% success rate for implant procedures.
  • Low-cost and no-charge services for qualifying patients
    Offers low-cost single dental implant treatments and provides no-charge services—including full implant procedures and sinus lift surgeries—for qualifying patients, with complimentary consultations and 3D CT scans available for those seeking implants.
  • Oral Surgery and Bone Augmentation Procedures Dental Implant Services and Support
    Performs surgical procedures including sinus lifts (sinus augmentation), bone grafting using autogenous, allograft, or synthetic materials, and tooth extractions to prepare patients for dental implants. These services support long-term implant success by ensuring adequate bone structure.
  • Oral surgery and bone augmentation procedures Dental Implant Services and Support
    Performs surgical procedures including bone grafting (using autogenous, allograft, or synthetic materials), sinus lift surgery (sinus augmentation), and tooth extractions to prepare the jaw for dental implants. These services create structural foundations for successful implant placement.
  • Patient Support and Comfort Management During Surgery Dental Sedation Services
    Provides local anesthesia, light sedation, and anti-anxiety medications during dental implant surgery to ensure patient comfort and reduce anxiety throughout the procedure.
  • Patient comfort and anesthesia management Dental Sedation Services
    Provides local anesthesia, light sedatives, and anti-anxiety medications during dental implant surgery to ensure patient comfort and reduce anxiety throughout the procedure.
  • Patient consultation and treatment education Dental Implant Services and Support
    Provides initial consultations at no cost to veterans and general patients, offering information on dental implant options, alternative tooth replacement methods, and personalized treatment pathways to support informed decision-making.
  • Provision of comprehensive dental implant services Dental Implant Services and Support
    Provides end-to-end dental implant procedures including single and multiple implants, implant overdentures, and surgical placement of titanium posts with custom crowns. Services are offered to underserved communities in Phoenix, AZ, with treatment planning supported by 3D CBCT scans.
  • Warranty and Follow-Up Care for Dental Implants Dental Implant Services and Support
    Offers a one-year warranty on dental implants, replacing any failed implants at no cost to the patient, supporting long-term treatment success and patient confidence.
research · 2
  • Dental Health Education and Research Communication Dental Implant Services and Support
    Publishes educational blog content on dental implants, covering topics such as implant failure, surgical procedures, and comparisons with dentures to inform patients and promote awareness of tooth replacement options.
  • Dental health education and research communication Dental Implant Services and Support
    Publishes educational blog content on dental implants, covering topics such as implant failure, surgical procedures, and comparisons with dentures to inform patients and promote understanding of tooth replacement options.
strategies · 13

how they think

Theories of action extracted from this org's own source material. Click any approach shared with other orgs to see the full field.

  • Affordable and Accessible Dental Care for Underserved Populations nonprofit_dental_care unique to this org
    The organization operates as a nonprofit dental implant center to provide affordable and accessible care, particularly focusing on underserved populations like Arizona veterans, by offering significantly discounted fees and flexible payment options to overcome financial barriers to treatment.
  • Customized and Multi-Stage Treatment Planning customized_treatment_plans unique to this org
    The organization adapts dental implant and related procedures, such as sinus lifts, based on the patient's existing bone structure. This involves either performing procedures in a single stage if conditions allow or in multiple stages with healing periods and bone grafts when necessary, ensuring a tailored approach to treatment.
  • Customized, multi-stage clinical protocols based on individual anatomy customized_treatment_plans unique to this org
    Clinical procedures such as sinus lifts and implant placement are tailored to the patient’s bone structure, delivered in a single stage when possible or across multiple stages with healing periods when grafting is required, ensuring safety and long-term success.
  • Focus on patient comfort and anxiety reduction during procedures patient_comfort_and_anxiety_management unique to this org
    The organization designs the patient experience to be relaxing and minimally discomforting, emphasizing seamless procedures and high success rates to reduce fear and improve access to care.
  • Implant-Supported Dental Prosthetics for Tooth Loss implant_supported_dental_prosthetics unique to this org
    The organization provides implant-supported dentures for patients experiencing tooth loss, utilizing special attachments that snap onto implants to offer a long-lasting solution and improve oral health and quality of life for individuals with sufficient jaw bone.
  • Integrated Training Program for Clinical Service Support training_program_integration unique to this org
    The organization integrates a training program for U.S. licensed dentists, led by expert instructors, to support and enhance the clinical services provided, thereby contributing to the quality and availability of dental care.
  • Integrated training program for dental professionals training_program_integration unique to this org
    Dental Hearts incorporates a training program for licensed U.S. dentists led by expert instructors, combining clinical service delivery with professional education to expand capacity and maintain high standards of care.
  • Patient-Centered Care through Education, Empathy, and Comfort patient_centered_care unique to this org
    The organization prioritizes patient education and engagement, ensuring a full understanding of clinical conditions and treatment options through empathetic communication. This approach also focuses on making procedures seamless, relaxing, and less nerve-wracking, minimizing discomfort and managing anxiety to improve the overall patient experience and quality of life.
  • Patient-centered care through education and empathetic engagement patient_centered_care unique to this org
    The organization prioritizes patient understanding and emotional well-being by using empathetic communication, comprehensive education on treatment options, and detailed pre- and post-operative guidance to support informed decision-making and reduce anxiety.
  • Provision of implant-supported dental prosthetics for edentulous patients implant_supported_dental_prosthetics unique to this org
    Dental Hearts offers implant-supported dentures using snap-on attachments for patients missing teeth but with sufficient jawbone, restoring function and quality of life through stable, long-term solutions.
  • Subsidized care model for underserved populations subsidized_dental_care unique to this org
    Dental Hearts Inc. provides significantly discounted dental implant services and flexible, no-credit-check payment options to ensure affordability, particularly for Arizona veterans and low-income individuals who cannot access care in private practice settings.
  • Technology-Driven and Precision-Planned Dental Implant Procedures technology_driven_care unique to this org
    The organization utilizes state-of-the-art technology, including 3D CBCT scans and top implant systems, for comprehensive diagnostic imaging and precise pre-planning of dental implant surgery. This approach, which includes surgical guides for complex cases, aims to minimize invasiveness, ensure accurate placement, and improve treatment success and overall oral health.
  • Technology-driven precision in implant treatment planning technology_driven_care unique to this org
    Dental Hearts uses advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies—including 3D CBCT scans, surgical guides, and precision planning software—to ensure accurate, minimally invasive implant placement and improved clinical outcomes.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$546K
Contributions & grants$546K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$484K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$259K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$58K
Cash$18K
Investments$0
Liabilities$96K
Net assets$-38K
Liquid reserves0.5 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -29.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DR MEHRDAD MEHRANFAR CLINICAL DIR 30 $89K
SCOTT LAUER PRESIDENT 30 $77K
LANDON WINTERS IMPLANT DIRE 40 $72K
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Denefits Partner — Offers a monthly payment price for dental procedures through Denefits.
  • U.S. licensed dentists Partner — Collaborates with U.S. licensed dentists who participate in a training program under expert instructors at Dental Hearts.