Detailed Introduction
Aspen Dental is a prominent American dental support organization (DSO) that was founded in 1998 in Syracuse, NY, and is now headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. It operates under the umbrella of The Aspen Group (TAG), which has expanded to support various healthcare brands beyond dentistry. Aspen Dental's core mission is to break down barriers to dental care, focusing on accessibility, affordability, and transparency for patients, particularly those who may lack a regular dental provider or face financial constraints.
While the Aspen Dental-branded offices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists who maintain clinical autonomy, Aspen Dental Management, Inc. (now TAG) provides comprehensive non-clinical support services. These services include marketing, operations, training, accounting, human resources, payroll administration, regulatory compliance, procurement of equipment and supplies, real estate management, and the installation of patient interface platforms. This model allows dentists to focus primarily on patient care while the business aspects are managed by the support organization.
Aspen Dental clinics offer a wide spectrum 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 (endodontics), oral surgery, periodontal disease treatment, and cosmetic procedures like teeth whitening. A significant focus for Aspen Dental is on dentures and dental implants, with many locations featuring on-site dental labs to facilitate faster production and repairs. They also offer clear aligner solutions like Motto™ Clear Aligners for teeth straightening.
Aspen Dental aims to make dental care affordable by working with various insurance providers, handling paperwork, and offering flexible financing options. They also provide a "Healthy Mouth Movement" which has offered free dental care to veterans and individuals in need. With over 1,100 locations across 46 states, Aspen Dental is one of the largest networks of dental practices in the U.S., serving millions of patients annually. The Ashtabula, OH location at 3228 N Ridge Rd E, Ashtabula, OH 44004, is one such independently owned and operated practice within this extensive network.
