Aspen Dental
PE-Owned2 Documented ImpactsOver 1,000 dental offices across 45 states
Ownership Information
Aspen Dental is owned by Leonard Green & Partners. Private equity ownership often leads to cost-cutting, price increases, and reduced quality of service as firms prioritize returns for investors over customers and employees.Learn more about PE ownership impact →
Timeline
Aspen Dental founded
Aspen Dental sued for performing unnecessary procedures on patients
Multiple state attorneys general and class action lawsuits allege Aspen Dental pressured dentists to recommend unnecessary extractions, crowns, and implants to maximize revenue.
Dental costs at PE-owned chains 20-40% higher than independent practices
Studies show PE-backed dental chains charge significantly more for common procedures like cleanings, fillings, and crowns compared to independent dentists.
Aspen Dental Accused of Fraud and Unnecessary Procedures
NBC News →Before vs. After PE Acquisition
Average crown cost
Reported 2023
Before PE
$800
After PE
$1,200
↑ 50%
Tracked Locations
GA (1)
Atlanta
2617 Main St
Atlanta, GA 30301
555-430-7298
IN (1)
Indianapolis
6370 Main St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
555-759-3712
MA (1)
Boston
7295 Main St
Boston, MA 02101
555-429-6877
NY (1)
New York
4472 Main St
New York, NY 10001
555-573-1695
OH (1)
Cleveland
3540 Main St
Cleveland, OH 44101
555-206-7917
TX (3)
Dallas
4029 Main St
Dallas, TX 75201
555-551-2233
Houston
4997 Main St
Houston, TX 77001
555-900-7521
San Antonio
6757 Main St
San Antonio, TX 78201
555-288-1259
WA (1)
Seattle
982 Main St
Seattle, WA 98101
555-355-3802