The Aspen Group (TAG) Expands Dental Care Access for Veterans in the Next Phase of its Five-Year, $100 Million Commitment

Aspen Dental announces free Aspen Dental Savings Plan enrollment in November and expanded benefits for VFW members

CHICAGO, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Aspen Group (TAG) today announced new initiatives designed to make dental care more accessible and affordable for veterans, building on its five-year, $100 million commitment to expand access to care for underserved patients.

As part of this commitment, Aspen Dental is offering veterans free enrollment in the Aspen Dental Savings Plan during the month of November and expanding benefits through its relationship with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Together, these efforts build on Aspen Dental's longstanding service to veterans and create more ways to access care throughout the year.

"Today's announcements double down on a commitment we've made from day one: breaking down barriers and making care more accessible and affordable," said Bob Fontana, Founder, Chairman and CEO of The Aspen Group. "We're putting the reach of Aspen Dental and the strength of our partnerships to work to give veterans more places to get care, more help with the cost and more opportunities to get the treatment they need."

Free Aspen Dental Savings Plan enrollment in November

Throughout November, veterans can enroll in the Aspen Dental Savings Plan at no cost for the first year, with the standard $49 annual enrollment fee waived. Subsequent annual renewals are available at $29 after the first year. This offer coincides with Aspen Dental's Day of Service on Nov. 7 and reflects TAG's ongoing work to break down the barriers that often prevent veterans from receiving the care they need.

Members may save more than 25 percent on select dental services on average and receive free exams and X-rays, subject to plan terms and conditions. The plan has no waiting periods, annual maximums, or exclusions based on age or preexisting conditions.

Expanded benefits through the VFW

As the VFW's official dental provider, Aspen Dental offers VFW members and their eligible family members access to the Aspen Dental Savings Plan at a discounted annual rate of $29.

That group also received early access to the free enrollment offer ahead of its November availability to all veterans, as well as advance scheduling access for Aspen Dental's annual Day of Service on November 7.

"Our members served this country, and it's our job to make sure they have access to the care they earned and deserve," said Dan West, VFW adjutant general of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. "Thanks to TAG, VFW members and their families get a deeper discount and first access to scheduling, right alongside the broader access Aspen Dental is providing veterans everywhere."

On Aspen Dental's annual Day of Service on Nov. 7, more than 550 offices will provide free dental care to veterans nationwide. ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers will participate for the first time, pledging up to $1 million in full-arch treatment for referred veterans.

TAG marked the announcement at its Chicago headquarters, where team members joined VFW leaders to assemble hygiene kits for veterans receiving care on Day of Service.

Since 2014, Aspen Dental's Day of Service has served more than 30,000 veterans and delivered over $28 million in donated dentistry.

To learn more about the care that Aspen Dental provides to veterans, visit https://www.aspendental.com/pricing-offers/dental-savings-plan/vfw-partnership/.

About The Aspen Group (TAG)

The Aspen Group (TAG) was built on the simple idea of bringing better healthcare to more people. TAG supports independent healthcare practices operating more than 1,400 locations in 46 states through five consumer healthcare brands: Aspen Dental®, ClearChoice Dental Implant Center®, WellNow Urgent Care®, Chapter Aesthetic Studio℠ and Lovet Pet Health Care℠. TAG invests in its team members through The Aspen Group University (TAG U), providing clinical training, leadership development and career advancement opportunities across its network. For more information, visit teamtag.com.

About Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, part of The Aspen Group (TAG), is committed to breaking down barriers to oral healthcare and helping patients put themselves first, starting with a healthy mouth. With nearly 1,100 Aspen Dental-branded offices across the United States, Aspen Dental practices offer comprehensive care and are supported by dedicated teams focused on making dental care more accessible and affordable. Through initiatives such as the Healthy Mouth Movement and Day of Service, Aspen Dental and its network continue to expand access to care for those who need it most. Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Aspen Dental Management, Inc. provides business support services to these practices. For more information, visit aspendental.com, and follow Aspen Dental on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers

ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, part of The Aspen Group (TAG), have helped restore hope and confidence in more than 250,000 patients across the United States through advanced oral treatments that can help improve overall health and quality of life. Equipped with digital design, 3D printing and intra-oral scanning, virtual smile design and a full-service, on-site lab, each ClearChoice Dental Implant Center is owned and operated by a licensed and experienced dentist, providing comprehensive dental implant treatment services in advanced, all-in-one treatment facilities. For more information, visit clearchoice.com, and follow ClearChoice on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn.

About the VFW
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. is the nation's largest and most established major war veterans organization. Founded in 1899, the congressionally chartered VFW is comprised entirely of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, Guard and Reserve forces. With more than 1.3 million VFW and Auxiliary members located in nearly 6,000 Posts worldwide, the nonprofit veterans service organization is proud to proclaim "NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS" than the VFW, which is dedicated to veterans' service, legislative advocacy, and military and community service programs. For more information or to join, visit our website at vfw.org.

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