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About Smile Brands Inc.

https://www.smilebrands.com/
Hospitals and Healthcare
1100 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Irvine, CA
Smile Brands Inc. is a leading provider of dental services in the United States. The company operates more than 300 dental offices across multiple states. It employs over 3,000 dental professionals who work together to provide top-quality care to patients. Smile Brands values patient care, innovation, and teamwork. The company is committed to helping both patients and dental professionals succeed. Smile Brands Inc. focuses on making dental services accessible and affordable. The company offers a wide range of services from general dentistry to specialized treatments. It aims to create a positive and welcoming environment for every patient. Smile Brands also invests in the latest dental technologies and training for its staff. This commitment helps ensure high standards of care and professional development.

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What are people saying about working at Smile Brands Inc.?

Smile Brands Inc. offers a supportive environment and growth opportunities but faces challenges with outdated systems and inconsistent management practices. Employee experiences vary, with some praising flexibility and team support while others criticize lack of training and communication issues.

Smile Brands Inc. Reviews

No Bueno

10/29/2025 - null


Pros

Decent Salary. Docs and teams were good.


Cons

When I was hired I was told that my market would be switching from an old outdated system (QSI Dental Billing) and paper charts to Dentrix Ascend in the fall. Once hired, this was pushed to the end of year and most recently I was told that it isn’t going to happen anytime soon and possibly not for a couple of years. This is a 25 year old system that uses COMMANDS to function. It’s nearly impossible to recruit and retain docs and hygienist for this reason alone. I lost several hygienists once they found out they had to write in paper charts. These young new or fairly new grads don’t want to go back intime-25 years! There was no training. I watched a couple videos and had a few intro calls with SOME of the departments. I walked into my practices solo and had to figure it out. Finally 2 months post hire, my new boss (changed after 6 weeks of hire) came to “tour” my practices with me. We visited 10 practices in 2 days. Still no training. Then came time to do a monthly biz review and present to my team and boss. I was sent a deck of slides with all kinds of info and was told to use it as an example and make it my own. I had NEVER once seen this. No training. No one ever sat down with me and walked me through one. It was awful. I spent so many hours and weekends working on this each month. It was starting to click (should have months ago but when you are left to figure it out, it takes time). My boss told my team that it should take no more than an hour, but she never showed us how she does them in hour. Obviously, because she can’t and no one on the team could. The practices are cluttered and boxes of charts are stacked randomly through the office. My teams wanted a storage building to store them in but I was told we don’t have the revenue for it. They would stress to us to push elevated standard of care. Treat your patients like they are family member on the chair. Hard to do when I wouldn’t let my family sit in the 25 year old dental chairs that are covered in duct tape. There are portable AC units with big aluminum hoses running down the hallway and out of a window. Dirty stained ceiling tiles, chipped paint and dirty cabinets and walls. Overhead lights out everywhere. They are so outdated old looking. No thanks, I’ll take my family to other brand new beautiful practice on the second floor. No mentors for the new docs. This really blew my mind. They have “PC Presidents” but they practice full time and do nothing with the new docs. I couldn’t believe that there was no senior doc to guide these new hires who were mostly new grads. However, they are expected to produce $5K a day without clinical guidance. The “marketing team” is actually the call center. Their idea of marketing is making sure the patients can schedule online, and that calls are being answered. I had a doc look Julie right in the face and ask to see the direct mail that was going out for his practice and she couldn’t produce one. She said, “that is not why we are here” and shut him down. I got in trouble for telling a couple OM’s that their practice was on the watchlist to be closed (it was), but Julie looked one of my docs and OM in the eyes and said you are all going to lose your jobs. Hmm. Last but not least, these practices are DHMO heavy. Once the docs come off their daily guarantee they can’t produce enough to survive and ultimately end up leaving. They will tell you there are ways to make money with these plans, but there isn’t it. THERE IS NO WAY TO MAKE MONEY WITH HMO PLANS!! They need to look at the Sr. VP of the market because they are losing the wrong people. Your’e expected to be in practices 3 days a week. Monday and Friday was an admin day, with back to back calls and trainings for random stuff. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday your in a practice and engaged with your teams so not looking and working emails. The only time to catch up on the 100’s of emails is to do it in the evenings. So you are working sometimes 10-12 hours a day. No work/life balance what’s ever.

Fair

09/24/2025 - Irvine, CA


Pros

Corporate culture was upbeat and positive.


Cons

Invest more in emplo9yees and provide strong 401k match

Good starting off point

08/15/2025 - New York, NY


Pros

In office team works well together.


Cons

Management speaks from both sides of their mouth.

Great place to work.

08/11/2025 - Hudson, NH


Pros

Smile Brands offers lots of support clinically and operationally. There is room for growth, and plenty of CE opportunities.


Cons

I do not have any cons at this time.

Former

08/28/2025 - Nashville, TN


Pros

Room for growth is good


Cons

Upper management is not good

Not the same

01/29/2026 - Costa Mesa, CA


Pros

Some roles are fully remote


Cons

No raises, higher health plans costs, with more pressure and more work.

Remote work opportunities with

04/23/2026 - Daybreak


Pros

The patients were awesome to work with


Cons

High-stress work environmentManagement doesn't properly handle interpersonal issuesLittle to no training

Poor management

04/23/2025 - Sarasota, FL


Pros

None run , no breaks no support


Cons

All run , don’t ever work for this company

Flexible caring workplace

03/04/2025 - null


Pros

Scheduling is very flexible if I need more time for a patient I can schedule accordingly to best fit patient needs, PTO accrues faster than any office I've worked at before, fair compensation plans, collaborative culture that seeks to elevate the standard of patient care


Cons

Holidays are not paid need to use pto if you want pay for a holiday

Grateful to be part of Team Smile Brands

03/19/2025 - null


Pros

I am grateful for the opportunities to grow with Smile Brands. I appreciate the leadership team guidance and communication . Their willingness to delegate tasks and trust us as a team has empowered me to take ownership and contribute more effectively . Working with Smile Brands provide benefits, Time off and the care of each employee treated as their own family member when they going through life hardship.


Cons

Quarterly team training could be beneficial to enhance team collaboration

Fun times at work

03/19/2025 - Roseville, CA


Pros

We have so much fun in our office. My team is amazing. My doctors are very kind and compassionate. I've been managing now for almost 10 years but started out the front desk and then went to billing department before accepting the manager position.


Cons

We are a very busy office but that how I like it.

Happy RDA of 23 years

03/18/2025 - Rocklin, CA


Pros

I am a happy RDA of 23 years in the Dental industry and this fall of 2025 will be my 10 year anniversary with Smile Brands! Being with SBI corporation has made me feel more a part of a large dental community than just a single dental office or group practice. Smile Brands allows us to connect with our fellow SBI family all around the US. They do fun contests yearly and broadcast the various offices involvement in the contests and that makes us feel like we get to know each other and it helps strengthen the great culture we maintain within SBI. SBI offers ample opportunities for growth, job placement and great compensation packages. SBI has offered me a lot of comfort during a tragic death in my family recently and took care of my Bereavement for me. This meant a lot to me to be taken are of during this tragic time. One thing I will always show gratitude for is that during Covid 19, SBI continues to take care of their furloughed employees medical insurance. I appreciate the many benefits and compensation package provided to me by SBI that a lot of small practices are not able to offer their employees such as : sufficient PTO, sick pay, medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k, life insurance and my favorite of all...my HSA account!! Smile Brands has a lot of talent working with them within the company with readily available resources for help and growth at all times. Some of the best! They also provide on-line learning courses for their licensees to make it easier to obtain CE credits! So many win-wins! Thank you SBI for all you do!


Cons

I had to think long and hard to come up with a con. The only one I have in my heart at the moment is that I am a solo RDA in my busy office and I am patiently awaiting to onboard a new RDA to help with my workload. My office is very busy and we are currently looking for our new team member to join and this has caused some stress on my work-life balance. I have been left as a solo RDA in my office several times for long periods of time when it is a two assistant office. I am hoping we can find our new team member asap! One concern I have is that I see some offices have more staff support than others, and we need to be moving staff around daily to help lighten day to day based workload.

Collaborative Team and Positive Work Culture

03/18/2025 - Rocklin, CA


Pros

Working as a front office receptionist at this dental office has been a highly rewarding experience. The management genuinely cares about your growth and well-being, which is incredibly motivating. You gain valuable skills in customer service, administration, and healthcare, making it a great place for professional development. Team members are always willing to lend a hand and support each other through busy times, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie. The office environment is upbeat and positive, making it a pleasant place to work. Achievements and hard work are regularly acknowledged and celebrated, which boosts morale and job satisfaction.


Cons

However, there are a few challenges to consider. The workload can vary greatly, with some days being extremely busy and others quite slow, which can be a bit unpredictable. Occasionally, you may encounter patients who are challenging to handle, requiring patience and strong interpersonal skills. It can be challenging to balance everyone's input and ideas, especially when opinions differ. Additionally, there can be an unspoken pressure to fit in with the team culture, which might not suit everyone.

Love the work/life balance

03/26/2025 - Sarasota, FL


Pros

-work/life balance-pto-growth potential -open door -leadership


Cons

-NO 401k match at this time available

Great Career

02/11/2025 - McKinney, TX


Pros

Great work schedule, comprehensive benefits package, love that I get to work with an experienced team that truly cares about our patients and employees.


Cons

Occasionally we have limited staffing which can be challenging.



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Pie chart of the distribution of reviews for Smile Brands Inc.. 4.8% of reviews are 'Neutral'. 9.5% of reviews are 'Negative'. 41.7% of reviews are 'Mixed'. 44.0% of reviews are 'Positive'.

What are popular careers at Smile Brands Inc.?

  1. Dental Assistant
    Assist dentists during a variety of treatment procedures. Duties include preparing patients, sterilizing instruments, and helping during dental exams.
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  2. Dental Hygienist
    Clean teeth and examine oral areas, gums, and related tissues. Provide preventive care and educate patients on proper oral hygiene.
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  3. General Dentist
    Diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. Perform routine check-ups and procedures like fillings and cleanings.
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  4. Patient Care Coordinator
    Help manage patient appointments, insurance, and records. Ensure a positive experience for patients throughout their visit.
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  5. Dental Office Manager
    Oversee daily operations of a dental practice. Manage staff, handle finances, and ensure smooth running of the office.
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  6. Oral Surgeon
    Perform surgical procedures to treat diseases, injuries, and defects in the oral and maxillofacial area. This includes wisdom teeth removal and dental implants.
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  7. Orthodontist
    Specialize in diagnosing and treating teeth and jaw irregularities. Provide services like braces and aligners to improve a patient's bite and appearance.
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  8. Traveling Nurse
    Provide care in various healthcare settings across different locations. This role offers variety and the chance to work in different environments.
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  9. Registered Nurse
    Provide and coordinate patient care in a variety of settings. Administer treatments, monitor patients, and assist in medical procedures.
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  10. Accounting Clerk
    Handle financial transactions for the company. Duties include maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and processing payroll.
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Where is Smile Brands Inc. hiring?

  1. San Antonio, TX
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  2. Houston, TX
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  4. Appleton, WI
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  5. Clearwater, FL
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