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Arini

YC W24

San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 17 employees · Hiring · 10 known investors

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Arini is an AI-powered front desk system for dental groups, DSOs, and private practices that handles patient calls and text messages 24/7, offering scheduling, call routing, and custom workflow management. The platform integrates with existing practice management software and phone systems to book appointments and reduce missed calls.

Also known as HireAI, Inc. · HireAI

AI & Machine LearningHealthtechArtificial IntelligenceHealth TechDentalCall CenterAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W24)

Arini was founded in 2024 by Abdul Jamjoom and Rami Rustom.

AJAbdul Jamjoom
Abdul JamjoomCEO & Co-FounderAbdul Jamjoom is an early engineer who worked on search and AI products at Threads, an enterprise communication platform. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Harvard University.
RRRami Rustom
Rami RustomCo-FounderRami Rustom is a software engineer and AI specialist who previously worked on the Threads platform. He holds a computer science degree from MIT (2021) and is currently building AI receptionists for dental practices at Arini.
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Abizer LokhandwalaFounding Engineer
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Tanner WrightHead of Customer Success
EJ
Eric JohnsonCCOformer
ML
Megan LyonsLead Recruiterformer
AP
Aamir PoonawallaLead Forward Deployed Engineerformer

Investors · 10

SBXilisted by SBXiCambridge · $10K – $1M
Transpose Platform Managementlisted by Transpose Platform ManagementSan Francisco

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Community Phone Companyreported

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FAST — by GETTYLABreportedSan Francisco · $100K

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GG2reportedSan Francisco

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Precursor VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $4M

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Sanabil InvestmentsreportedRiyadh

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Sequoia CapitalreportedMenlo Park · $100K – $50M

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Related companies · 6

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DandyDandy is a digital dental laboratory that provides AI-powered technology and software to dental practices, offering services including crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, and clear aligners. The company serves dentists and dental practices with digital workflows, intraoral scanners, and case management tools to enhance clinical accuracy and patient outcomes.
Toothy AIToothy AI develops AI agents for dental practices that automate insurance-related tasks including policy verification, billing, and claims processing. The software handles administrative workflows that typically consume significant staff hours at dental clinics.
AlaraAlara operates a marketplace that consolidates product inventory and pricing from multiple suppliers, allowing dental practices to compare costs and purchase from various vendors through a unified ordering interface.
onederfulOnederful provides an API that gives dental practice software platforms real-time access to patient insurance eligibility and benefits information, enabling coverage verification, treatment plan estimates, and reduced claim rejections. Now part of Vyne Dental, the product connects dental offices to payers and pairs with Vyne Trellis, a dental revenue cycle management and billing platform.
CareforceCareforce provides software solutions for preventive care coordination and patient engagement, enabling healthcare organizations to automate appointment scheduling, referral management, and care workflows while improving clinical outcomes.

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In the news

🦜 Arini: The AI receptionist for dentistsycombinator.com · Feb 2024

Frequently asked questions

What does Arini do?
Arini is an AI-powered front desk system for dental groups, DSOs, and private practices that handles patient calls and text messages 24/7, offering scheduling, call routing, and custom workflow management. The platform integrates with existing practice management software and phone systems to book appointments and reduce missed calls.
Who founded Arini?
Arini was founded by Abdul Jamjoom, Rami Rustom in 2024.
Who are Arini's investors?
Arini's investors include J17 Capital, SBXi, Transpose Platform Management, Y Combinator, Community Phone Company, FAST — by GETTYLAB, GG2, Precursor Ventures and 2 more.
Where is Arini headquartered?
Arini is headquartered in San Francisco, US.