Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, officially known as Aspen Dental Management, Inc., is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) established in 1998. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Aspen Dental operates by providing comprehensive non-clinical business support services to a vast network of independently owned and operated dental practices that bear the Aspen Dental brand. This model allows dentists to focus on patient care while the DSO handles aspects such as marketing, operations, human resources, payroll, real estate management, and procurement. The organization's mission centers on breaking down barriers to quality, affordable oral healthcare. They target individuals who might not have an existing relationship with a dental provider or face financial or other obstacles to receiving care. Aspen Dental practices are often strategically located in areas identified as "dental deserts" where access to dental providers is limited. Aspen Dental offers a wide array of dental services, catering to general dentistry needs as well as specialized treatments. These services typically include routine check-ups, cleanings, fillings, extractions (including wisdom teeth), root canals, crowns, bridges, and periodontal disease treatment. A significant focus for Aspen Dental is on dentures and dental implants, with many locations featuring on-site dental labs to facilitate faster creation and repair of prosthetics. They also provide emergency dental care for urgent issues like toothaches, broken teeth, and knocked-out teeth. Recently, they have expanded into clear aligner treatments through their Motto® brand. While the individual practices are independently owned, they operate under the Aspen Dental brand, adhering to certain standards and leveraging the centralized support. This structure aims to provide a consistent patient experience across their numerous locations, which number over 1,000 nationwide. Patients can often benefit from flexible financing options and insurance partnerships, as Aspen Dental strives to make care accessible regardless of budget. The Aspen Group (TAG) is the parent company of Aspen Dental, further expanding its reach into other healthcare verticals like urgent care and aesthetic services.