Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) established in 1998, with its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. It operates by providing comprehensive administrative and business support services to a vast network of independently owned and operated dental practices across numerous states. This model allows dentists to focus primarily on patient care, while Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (ADMI) handles non-clinical aspects such as marketing, operations, and training. The brand's mission is to make quality dental care accessible and affordable to more Americans, particularly those who may not have a regular dental provider or face financial barriers to care. Aspen Dental clinics offer a broad spectrum of dental services, including routine check-ups, cleanings, X-rays, fillings, extractions, crowns, bridges, dentures (with on-site labs for quick service), dental implants, and emergency dental care. They also provide specialized services like oral surgery, endodontics (root canals), and orthodontics (clear aligners). Aspen Dental is known for its focus on patient convenience, often offering extended hours, walk-in appointments, and various financing options. They work with most insurance providers and also offer a "Healthy Mouth Movement" initiative, providing free dental care to underserved populations, including veterans. The company emphasizes a patient-centered approach, with each patient receiving a personalized diagnosis and treatment plan from the independently practicing dentists. Despite being a large organization, each Aspen Dental office functions with clinical autonomy for the dentists. The parent company of Aspen Dental is The Aspen Group (TAG), which supports various healthcare brands.