Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, officially known as Aspen Dental Management, Inc., is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) that provides comprehensive administrative, marketing, and operational support to independently owned and operated Aspen Dental-branded dental practices. Founded in 1998, Aspen Dental has grown into a vast network with over 1,000 locations nationwide, making it one of the largest groups of branded dental offices globally. The core philosophy of Aspen Dental revolves around making quality dental care accessible and affordable for a broad spectrum of patients, particularly those who might otherwise face financial or other barriers to treatment. They strive to offer a patient-first approach, ensuring comfort and clear communication throughout the dental journey. Aspen Dental clinics offer a wide array of services, covering general dentistry, preventive care, and various specialties under one roof. These services include routine dental check-ups, cleanings, fillings, teeth whitening, dentures (with an on-site lab for quicker service and a money-back guarantee), dental implants, clear aligners (Motto®), root canal therapy (endodontics), and oral surgery (including wisdom teeth removal and extractions). Their integrated care model aims to provide continuity of care and address diverse oral health needs comprehensively. A key aspect of Aspen Dental's business model is the dental support organization (DSO) structure. While each Aspen Dental practice is independently owned and operated by a licensed dentist, ADMI provides the necessary business infrastructure. This allows dentists to focus primarily on patient care, clinical decision-making, and professional development, rather than the complexities of running a small business. Aspen Dental invests significantly in clinician development, offering extensive continuing education, mentorship programs, and access to advanced technologies like 3D digital scanners and cone-beam computed tomography systems. They also emphasize community involvement through initiatives like the "Healthy Mouth Movement," providing free dental care to veterans and underserved populations. Aspen Dental aims to offer flexible payment options, including dental financing and the Aspen Dental Savings Plan, to help patients manage treatment costs, as they generally do not accept Medicaid and Medicare is not typically covered for routine dental care. Their commitment to transparency means providing patients with comprehensive treatment plans and discussing all financial aspects upfront.