Detailed Introduction
Aspen Dental is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) that was founded in 1998 in Syracuse, NY. Its headquarters are currently in Chicago, Illinois. Unlike a single dental practice, Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (ADMI) provides comprehensive business and administrative support services, such as marketing, operations, and training, to a vast network of independently owned and operated Aspen Dental branded dental practices throughout the United States. This model allows individual dentists to focus primarily on patient care while leveraging the resources and brand recognition of a larger organization.
Aspen Dental's mission is to expand access to quality dental care for more Americans, particularly those who may not have a current relationship with a dental provider or face financial or other barriers to care. They offer a broad spectrum of dental services, including routine check-ups, cleanings, X-rays, fillings, extractions, crowns, bridges, dentures, and dental implants. They also provide specialized services like oral surgery, endodontics (root canals), and orthodontics (such as Motto® clear aligners).
A significant initiative of Aspen Dental is the "Healthy Mouth Movement," a community giving program that provides free dental care to underserved populations, including U.S. veterans. They also emphasize affordability, offering various payment options, including accepting most major dental insurance plans (though not Medicaid), third-party financing, and their own Aspen Dental Savings Plan. While many patients report positive experiences with the friendly staff, thorough care, and accessibility, some reviews indicate concerns regarding billing, wait times, and perceived unnecessary treatments. Dr. George Monios is listed as a provider affiliated with Aspen Dental, specifically at the Meadville, PA location, demonstrating the network's reach to individual practitioners.
