Wally offers a dental membership that provides unlimited cleanings and professional whitening for $199 per year, utilizing advanced Airflow technology to remove up to twice the bacteria compared to traditional methods. This model eliminates the need for insurance, addressing the high costs and accessibility issues associated with conventional dental care.
Funding
$17.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional dental insurance plans often involve high premiums, deductibles, and limitations on covered services, creating financial barriers to regular preventative care. Many individuals forgo routine cleanings and check-ups due to cost concerns, leading to potential long-term oral health issues.
Solution
Wally offers a membership-based dental care model that provides unlimited cleanings and whitening for a fixed annual fee, eliminating the complexities and costs associated with traditional insurance. Members gain access to modern dental care using advanced Airflow technology, which removes more bacteria than traditional cleaning methods and whitens teeth. The membership includes checkups, 3D scans, X-rays, and virtual follow-ups, all accessible through a convenient booking system. By cutting out the insurance middleman, Wally aims to make preventative dental care more accessible and affordable.
Target Audience
Wally's primary customers are individuals in New York City who are seeking affordable and accessible preventative dental care without the need for traditional insurance.
Features
- Unlimited dental cleanings using Airflow technology for enhanced bacteria removal
- Professional at-home whitening with custom trays and unlimited gel refills
- Convenient online booking system for easy appointment scheduling
- Checkups, 3D scans, and X-rays included in the annual membership
- Virtual follow-up consultations with dental professionals
- No insurance required; accepts credit card, FSA, and HSA payments