BOSTON — VideaHealth and Aspen Dental Management said they have completed a nationwide rollout of artificial intelligence–driven diagnostic technology across Aspen Dental’s network of more than 1,100 offices, one of the largest AI implementations in dentistry to date.
The companies said the deployment of VideaAI was completed in just six weeks, following an earlier nationwide rollout of VideaHealth’s Clinical Assist platform. The expanded partnership is aimed at bringing AI-based diagnostic support directly into chairside care, with the goal of improving efficiency, communication, and patient understanding during dental visits.
“Dentistry is entering a period of rapid change,” said Florian Hillen, chief executive officer and founder of VideaHealth. “Clinicians are expected to do more in less time while maintaining accuracy, empathy, and operational efficiency. Our work with Aspen Dental brings AI directly into that equation, helping teams detect disease earlier, communicate clearly with patients, and manage their day with greater confidence and efficiency.”
Aspen Dental said the decision to expand VideaAI across its entire network followed a successful pilot program that demonstrated value for both clinicians and patients. According to the company, the technology helped surface preventive care needs earlier and reduced the likelihood that patients would require more invasive procedures later.
“Aspen Dental is on a mission to become the first AI-native dental network in the world, and that means giving our doctors and practice owners cutting-edge technology that truly changes what’s possible,” said Bob Fontana, chairman and chief executive officer of Aspen Dental. “Partnering with VideaHealth isn’t just about adding another tool; it’s about reimagining how care is delivered end-to-end. When AI helps our teams see more, communicate more clearly, and focus more time on patients, everyone wins.”
VideaAI integrates into Aspen Dental’s existing clinical systems to provide real-time diagnostic support and consistent documentation. Dentists can review AI-assisted image analyses before exams, use visualizations during chairside consultations, and walk patients through findings in a clearer, more accessible way.
Aspen Dental said offices using the technology have already reported measurable improvements, including more confident diagnostics, stronger documentation, and higher same-day treatment acceptance. Pilot locations recorded a 12% increase in patients accepting recommended care, which the company attributed to clearer visuals and simpler explanations, particularly for non-invasive treatments that address early-stage cavities.
By highlighting early decay directly on dental X-rays, the AI tools allow clinicians to identify issues sooner and encourage patients to pursue less invasive care, potentially avoiding more complex procedures later.
The companies said the completed rollout also supports Aspen Dental’s efforts to address disparities in oral healthcare by delivering consistent, AI-supported diagnostics across urban, rural, and underserved communities nationwide.
“Our collaboration is about more than scaling AI,” Hillen said. “It’s about shaping a smarter, more connected model of dentistry that restores time to clinicians, strengthens patient relationships, and paves the way for continuous innovation.”
