Dental care for those who need it most
The TAG Oral Care Center for Excellence is a first-of-its-kind facility, providing cutting-edge comprehensive dental care at no cost to underserved Illinois residents.
Real care. Real numbers.
Every stat tells a story. Thousands of smiles restored at no cost. Millions in services donated—and we're just getting started.
For qualifying Illinois residents
Smiles restored
Donated services
Dentists trained
Delivering free dental care to eligible patients in the heart of Chicago
Created for eligible patients who need it most, the TAG Oral Care Center is changing more than smiles. Hear from the doctors and patients behind Chicago's first-of-its-kind care center.
Comprehensive care, fully covered
Qualifying patients have access to the same high-quality services offered at any Aspen Dental practice—from routine X-rays to complex implant procedures.
Patient eligibility
We provide dental care to eligible Illinois residents who need it most. You may qualify if you meet the following criteria:
Residency: You must live in Illinois.
Medicaid: You must be eligible or enrolled in Medicaid.
Income: Patients with annual household income at or below these limits could qualify for free care:
1 person: $31,920
2 people: $43,280
3 people: $54,640
4 people: $66,000
Dental need: Missing teeth, cracked teeth, need a tooth replaced or wear dentures.
Meet the clinical support team
World-class dental professionals committed to serving our local community.
Dr. Sundeep Rawal, DMD
Dr. Rawal, Senior Vice President for Implant Support Services, is a prosthodontist, published author and international speaker. He works with clinicians across 1,100+ Aspen Dental practices to advance implant care and ensure every patient receives exceptional treatment.
Dr. Nassif Youssef BDS, CAGS
Dr. Youssef, Director of Implant Prosthodontics and Educational Support for the TAG Oral Care Center, is a prosthodontist and clinical leader specializing in implant protocols, provider education and restorative precision across Aspen Dental practices nationwide.
Our partners in care
Leading organizations that help make our mission possible.




