Aspen Dental, officially known as Aspen Dental Management, Inc., is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) founded in 1998. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, it supports a vast network of over 1,100 independently owned dental practices across 46 states. The core mission of Aspen Dental is to make
dental care accessible and affordable for a wide range of patients, especially those who might face financial or other barriers to receiving care, or those who haven't seen a dentist in a long time.
Aspen Dental's business model is centered around providing comprehensive non-clinical support services to independently owned dental practices. This includes assistance with accounting, marketing, human resources, payroll, regulatory compliance, procurement, real estate management, and technology. This robust support system allows dentists to focus primarily on delivering high-quality patient care without the burdens of managing the business aspects of a practice. Dentists within the Aspen Dental network maintain clinical autonomy, making independent decisions about patient treatment.
The services offered at Aspen Dental locations are comprehensive and cater to a wide array of dental needs. These include
general dentistry services such as cleanings, X-rays,
fillings, and extractions. They also specialize in
dentures (full, partial, and implant-supported),
dental implants, and offer emergency dental care for urgent issues like toothaches, broken teeth, or swollen gums. Additionally, Aspen Dental provides specialty services like
oral surgery (including wisdom teeth removal and bone grafting), endodontics (
root canal therapy), and teeth straightening with Motto®
clear aligners.
Aspen Dental is committed to patient-friendly practices, accepting various payment methods, working with most insurance providers, and handling paperwork. They also offer a proprietary "Aspen Savings Plan" for uninsured patients to help make care more affordable. The organization also engages in community initiatives, such as the "Healthy Mouth Movement," which provides free dental care to underserved populations, including veterans.
The Elizabeth City, NC location, like other Aspen Dental offices, aims to provide accessible and professional dental care. Patient reviews often highlight the friendly and professional staff, thorough explanations of procedures, and modern equipment. While some reviews mention potential wait times, the overall feedback indicates a commitment to patient comfort and comprehensive service.
