Dentsmart
Dentsmart franchises provide paint-free dent removal (PDR) services for vehicles, operating under the Dentsmart® brand. The business model focuses on partnering with body shops to service their customers and providing repairs to insurance claimants, particularly for hail damage, as well as direct services to individual vehicle owners. Target markets include automotive body shops, insurance companies, and vehicle owners in areas prone to weather-related damage.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
8% royalty on net PDR sales and gross non-PDR revenue + $100 administrative fee per Gross PDR Sales exceeding $1,000 threshold after shop rent ($20 to franchisor) + technology fee ($50/mo per technician + $75/mo per estimating software employee + $2/mo per body shop user)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How Dentsmart Compares to Other Automotive Repair & Maintenance Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dentsmart Current | $79K - $111K | $25K | 8.0% | 13 |
| JIFFY LUBE | $232K - $520K | $35K | N/A | 1,721 |
| Tire Pros | $111K - $266K | $7K | N/A | 605 |
| BIG O TIRES (BUSINESS FORMAT FRANCHISE) | $326K - $1.3M | $18K | 5.0% | 461 |
| Fix Auto | $55K - $850K | $10K | 3.0% | 212 |
| GREASE MONKEY | $291K - $917K | $40K | 6.0% | 209 |
Automotive Repair & Maintenance Average 14 franchises | $167K - $747K | $33K | 7.4% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 Automotive Repair & Maintenance franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+3 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Dentsmart franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Dentsmart franchise ranges from $79,100 to $110,500. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
How many Dentsmart franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Dentsmart has 13 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2010.
Is Dentsmart a good franchise to buy?
Whether Dentsmart is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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