Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) that oversees a vast network of independently owned and operated dental practices throughout the United States. Founded in 1998, its headquarters are in Chicago, Illinois. The core business model of Aspen Dental is to provide extensive administrative, marketing, and business support services to these individual dental offices, allowing licensed dentists to focus primarily on patient care without the burdens of practice management. This model aims to increase access to quality dental services for a broad patient base, including those who may face financial barriers or lack an existing relationship with a dental provider. Aspen Dental clinics offer a comprehensive array of dental services. These include routine check-ups, dental hygiene (cleanings), fillings, extractions, crowns, bridges, and dentures. They also provide more specialized treatments such as dental implants, clear aligners (Motto®), root canals (endodontics), and oral surgery, including wisdom teeth removal. A notable aspect of Aspen Dental's service is their emphasis on emergency dental care, offering immediate attention for issues like severe toothaches, broken teeth, and swollen gums. Many locations also feature on-site denture labs for efficient service. The company is committed to making dental care affordable and accessible. They work with most insurance providers and offer flexible financing options, with a high approval rate for third-party lending. Aspen Dental also has a "Healthy Mouth Movement" initiative, which provides free dental care to underserved populations, particularly U.S. veterans, through their practices and mobile dental units. While each Aspen Dental practice maintains clinical autonomy under its independent dentist, the unified branding and support from The Aspen Group create a consistent patient experience across their numerous locations. This structure enables shared knowledge, centralized purchasing, and access to advanced technology, contributing to their position as one of the largest and fastest-growing networks of branded dental care practices in the U.S. They also offer a Practice Ownership Program, providing a clear path for dentists to own their practices with comprehensive business support.