Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) that assists and supports independently owned dental offices operating under the Aspen Dental brand. Founded in 1998, its headquarters are in Chicago, Illinois. Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (ADMI) provides a wide array of support services, including marketing, operations, and training, allowing dentists to focus primarily on patient care. The organization operates a vast network of over 1,000 dental offices across more than 40 states in the U.S. Aspen Dental aims to break down barriers to quality dental care, particularly for individuals who may not have a regular dental provider or face financial constraints. Their services are designed to be accessible and affordable, offering various flexible payment options and working with multiple insurance providers. They are known for accepting walk-ins and emergency appointments. The range of services offered at Aspen Dental locations is comprehensive and includes general dentistry, preventive care (screenings, cleanings, X-rays), restorative treatments (fillings, crowns, bridges), and more specialized procedures. These specialties include oral surgery (extractions, wisdom teeth removal, dental implants), endodontics (root canal therapy), and orthodontics (Motto® clear aligners). Many locations also feature on-site denture labs, enabling faster delivery of dentures, implants, crowns, and bridges. While each Aspen Dental office is independently owned and operated by licensed dentists who maintain clinical autonomy, they benefit from the shared resources and standardized processes provided by ADMI. This model is increasingly common in the dental industry, allowing dentists to focus on patient treatment while the DSO handles the business administration. Aspen Dental also engages in community initiatives, such as the Healthy Mouth Movement, which provides free dental care to underserved populations, including veterans. Patient reviews often highlight the convenience of their multiple locations, availability for emergency care, and the range of services offered. However, some reviews also mention concerns regarding treatment plans and costs, which is common across large dental networks. Aspen Dental's commitment to patient education and a wide range of financing solutions contributes to its mission of making dental care more approachable for a broad spectrum of the population.