About CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Franchise
Clear Lakes Dental is a dental practice franchise that has been offering opportunities since 2021.
The brand provides comprehensive dental care including preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency services in modern, patient friendly offices.
Each location is designed to create a comfortable experience for patients of all ages, with a focus on transparency and quality care.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$526K
Average Investment
$1.0M
Maximum Investment
$1.5M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $37,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 9.5% of your monthly Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $2,000 per calendar month (Brand Development Fee) plus minimum $700 per calendar month (Local Advertising Expenditure) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $525,800 – $1,480,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $526K–$1.5M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (9.5% of your monthly Gross Revenue) and marketing fee ($2,000 per calendar month (Brand Development Fee) plus minimum $700 per calendar month (Local Advertising Expenditure)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $37,500 | $37,500 |
| Rent and Security Deposit – First 3 Months | $21,000 | $36,000 |
| Construction, Remodeling and Leasehold Improvements | $100,000 | $500,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software, Including Credit Card Terminal | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Security and Surveillance Hardware and Software | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| Fixtures, Furnishings, Equipment, and Décor | $200,000 | $600,000 |
| Initial Supplies | $20,000 | $60,000 |
| Signage | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Payroll – First 3 Months | $100,000 | $150,000 |
| Out-of-Pocket Expenses During Training | $700 | $1,100 |
| Initial Local Advertising – First 3 Months | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $20,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 10% of the gross transfer price (excluding the price of real property) or $2,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $2,200 per calendar month (Fee for Systems Audits and Internal Audits) |
| Audit Fee | Our reasonable costs for the audit if you understate Gross Revenue by more than 2% or fail to deliver to us required reports on time |
| Additional Training at Franchisee’s Request | Currently $1,000 per day for non-medical consultation for dentists (or ADTs), or $700 per day for business operations consultation for your Dental Operations Manager (DOM) |
| Additional Training or Conventions Required or Offered by Franchisor | Currently up to $500 per convention, or $1,000 per day for non-medical consultation for dentists (or ADTs), or $700 per day for business operations consultation for your Dental Operations Manager (DOM) |
| Additional Training Required by Franchisor Based on Franchisee’s Deficiency | Currently $1,000 per day for non-medical consultation for dentists (or ADTs), or $700 per day for business operations consultation for your Dental Operations Manager (DOM) |
| Relocation | Reimbursement for our reasonable out-of-pocket costs |
| Late Charge | 1.5% per month |
| Late Payment Penalty | 5% of the amount due |
| Unsatisfied Payment Attempt Fee | $75 per unsatisfied attempt |
| Proposed Source Testing Costs | As incurred |
| Cured Lease Breach Reimbursement Fee | As incurred |
| Interim Management Fees | As incurred |
| Liquidated Damages Upon Termination | Amount of Royalty Fees for the lesser of (1) the remaining term of the Franchise Agreement, or (2) 12 months |
| Liquidated Damages for Violation of Covenants | $50,000 for each violation |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 12 hours of classroom training and up to 7 hours of on-the-job training. |
| Classroom Training | 12 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | Up to 7 hours |
| Training Location | Via training videos, live webcast, and/or telephone meetings, and in-person at an affiliate-owned office in or near Robbinsdale, Minnesota. |
| Additional Training | Additional training is available upon franchisee request at headquarters or other locations, or may be required by the franchisor for refresher programs, conventions, or to address franchisee deficiencies. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Typically a 4.5-mile radius around the Office, potentially smaller for urban locations. |
| Description | A typical franchise territory is a mileage radius around the center of the Office, usually 4.5 miles, but may be smaller for urban locations. Territory size and dimensions can vary based on population, growth trends, affluence, topography, geography, density, and demographics. The franchisor will not establish or allow others to establish a Clear Lakes Dental office of the same type within the Franchise Territory, but may place different types of Clear Lakes Dental franchises or company-owned outlets. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Give notice 3-6 months before expiration, faithfully perform under initial agreement, refurbish/remodel/replace Office/fixtures/equipment/signage to current standards, sign general release (subject to state law), sign new agreement (which may have materially different terms), pay renewal fee, and complete retraining (if required). |
| Transfer Fee | 10% of the gross transfer price (excluding the price of real property) or $2,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must qualify as a franchisee, assume obligations, pay for and complete mandatory training. Franchisee must not be in default, sign a general release (subject to state law), and franchisee or transferee must pay the Transfer Fee. Franchisee or transferee must refurbish/remodel/replace Office/fixtures/equipment/signage to current standards. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate for default, including material violation or breach of the Franchise Agreement. Curable defaults have a 30-day cure period. Non-curable defaults (e.g., bankruptcy, abandonment, repeated defaults, misrepresentation, criminal conviction, non-payment of fees, violation of non-compete) may result in immediate termination. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise and for two years after expiration or termination. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term and for two years after termination/expiration, the franchisee and owners/officers cannot disclose confidential information, divert business/customers, solicit franchisor/franchisee employees, or compete in any business offering dental-related services/products or substantially similar products/services. The post-term non-compete applies within the Territory, within a 10-mile radius of the Territory, and within a 10-mile radius of any location where the franchisor or another franchisee operates a Clear Lakes Dental business. Employee non-solicitation is not valid in Washington or other prohibiting states. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee (licensed dentist or advanced dental therapist) must participate in the day-to-day dental practice. A Dental Operations Manager (DOM) must be hired to handle day-to-day operations, but the ultimate responsibility for compliance with the Franchise Agreement rests with the franchisee owner. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all branded items (pens, mouth pads, electric toothbrushes, certain dental instruments) from the franchisor or its affiliate. The dental laboratory used is subject to prior approval. Computer hardware and software, equipment, furnishings, supplies, rolling cabinets, online dental practice management and scheduling software, online accounting software, and security/surveillance cameras must be purchased from designated or approved suppliers or meet franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may not sell any products, services or activities other than those specifically recognized and approved by the franchisor. All specifications and lists of equipment and designated/approved suppliers are in the Operations Manual. The franchisor will license any supplier that meets quality control requirements for a reasonable fee and will not unreasonably withhold approval of proposed suppliers (unless an exclusive supplier is designated). |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $0 (0% of total revenue) during the last fiscal year |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not provide direct or indirect financing and does not assist in providing financing. It does not guarantee any notes or financial obligations. |
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Franchise Earnings — Item 19
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCLEAR LAKES DENTAL has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 20 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CLEAR LAKES DENTAL franchise ranges from $525,800 to $1,480,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $37,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL charges a royalty fee of 9.5% of your monthly Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a $2,000 per calendar month (Brand Development Fee) plus minimum $700 per calendar month (Local Advertising Expenditure) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CLEAR LAKES DENTAL Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from CLEAR LAKES DENTAL to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
CLEAR LAKES DENTAL has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $525,800-$1,480,700, a 9.5% of your monthly Gross Revenue royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $37,500 and the total investment ranges from $525,800 to $1,480,700 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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