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Aspen Dental faces class action suit

By David Heath

11 patients file a class action lawsuit against the corporate dental chain Aspen Dental alleging deception and violating laws in 22 states.

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Excerpts from this story referencing "Aspen Dental":

"… he company of illegally practicing medicine. …"

"… and PBS FRONTLINE titled “Dollars and Dentists” reported in June that Aspen Dental’s practice of serving patients who cannot afford a dentist has led to co …"

"… ven unnecessary treatments.The lawsuit brought by 11 patients alleges that Aspen Dental owns and controls its 358 dental clinics in violation of laws in 22 states …"

"… own a dental practice. The lawsuit was filed yesterday in federal court in Aspen Dental’s home state of New York.Aspen Dental said Friday that “the accusation …"