Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental is a prominent American Dental Support Organization (DSO) that provides comprehensive business and administrative support to independently owned and operated dental practices under the Aspen Dental brand. Founded in 1998 by Bob Fontana in New York, the company's core mission has always been to address the significant barriers that prevent millions of Americans from accessing dental care, such as affordability, transparency, and accessibility. Aspen Dental operates on a unique model where it supports independent dentists by managing the non-clinical aspects of their practices, including marketing, billing, human resources, and facility management. This allows dentists to focus primarily on patient care. The company has grown substantially over the years, evolving into a vast network with over 1,000 Aspen Dental branded locations across 45 states in the United States, making it one of the largest groups of branded dental offices globally. The services offered at Aspen Dental practices are comprehensive, covering a wide range of general dentistry procedures and specialized treatments. These include routine exams, cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions (including emergency extractions), dentures, dental implants, crowns, bridges, root canals, oral surgery, and periodontal disease treatment. Aspen Dental also emphasizes Patient Financing options and offers an "Aspen Dental Savings Plan" to help make care more affordable for those with and without insurance. A key aspect of Aspen Dental's growth strategy has been its "Practice Ownership Program," launched in 2004. This program empowers dentists to become practice owners, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within the network and allowing clinicians to build equity in their own practices with robust corporate support. Aspen Dental is part of TAG - The Aspen Group, which has expanded its healthcare support services beyond dentistry to include ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, and Chapter Aesthetic Studio. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, TAG and its supported practices collectively serve millions of patients annually. Beyond its clinical services, Aspen Dental is also committed to social impact. Through initiatives like the "Healthy Mouth Movement" and "Day of Service," it provides free dental care to underserved individuals and veterans, demonstrating a dedication to improving Oral Health access for communities in need. The company strives to provide quality, affordable dental care in an honest, judgment-free environment, aiming to revolutionize the way people think about and access Dental Services.