Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, officially known as Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (ADMI), is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) established in 1998. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, ADMI provides comprehensive administrative and business support services to a vast network of over 1,100 independently owned and operated dental practices that bear the Aspen Dental brand name across 48 states. While the individual practices are clinically autonomous and owned by licensed dentists, ADMI handles the non-clinical aspects of the business, such as marketing, operations, human resources, and technology. This model allows dentists to focus primarily on patient care without the burdens of practice management. Aspen Dental's core mission is to improve access to quality dental care, particularly for individuals who may face financial or other barriers to treatment. They often locate their practices in "dental deserts" or areas with a high need for dental providers. Services offered at Aspen Dental locations are extensive and include general dentistry (check-ups, cleanings, fillings), emergency dental care, cosmetic dentistry (teeth whitening, veneers, crowns), and a wide array of specialized services such as oral surgery (extractions, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal), endodontics (root canals), and orthodontics (Motto® clear aligners). Many locations also feature on-site denture labs for efficient and custom denture services. Aspen Dental is also known for its community initiatives, such as the "Healthy Mouth Movement," which provides free dental care to underserved populations, including veterans. Their business model emphasizes affordability and accessibility, offering various financing options and working with multiple insurance providers. They also have a Practice Ownership Program, which provides a structured path for dentists to become practice owners within the Aspen Dental network, supported by the larger organization's resources and expertise.