Tony Mollica Appointed President of Sun Life's Dental Business
Sun Life U.S. has announced Tony Mollica as the new president of its Dental business, including DentaQuest, effective March 30, 2026. Mollica will spearhead the strategic development of Sun Life's Dental division, with a focus on expanding services across Medicaid, Commercial, and Medicare Advantage sectors. He aims to enhance connections with primary stakeholders as part of growth-focused strategies. Mollica succeeds David Healy, who has assumed the role of president for Sun Life U.S.
Mollica will work closely with the Dental leadership team to refine marketing strategies for various insurance products, including vision coverage. He will focus on managing membership, retention, and managed care strategies to optimize quality, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness. According to David Healy, “Tony’s extensive experience in health plan leadership across commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid gives him the expertise required to lead our Dental team effectively.”
Prior to this role, Mollica held senior leadership positions at Humana, including CEO of Independent Care Health Plan, where he was responsible for overseeing market strategies and operations. His experience also includes roles in clinical operations and product leadership at UnitedHealth Group.
Commenting on his appointment, Mollica stated, "Joining Sun Life presents a remarkable chance to lead a robust dental organization during pivotal times for the industry. My career has been dedicated to creating innovative cultures focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction."
Mollica's academic credentials include a Master of Healthcare Innovation from Arizona State University and a Master of Science in Communication from Illinois State University. He is actively involved in industry associations, serving on multiple health-related boards.
Sun Life U.S. Dental, including DentaQuest, focuses on improving oral health through preventative and quality care, managing benefits for about 32 million Americans. It operates as the largest Medicaid and CHIP dental benefits administrator in the U.S., supporting a network of over 70 dental practices prioritized in underserved areas. Information about their services can be found at sunlife.com/dental and dentaquest.com.
Sun Life operates globally, offering a range of financial and health services across several international markets. Headquartered in Canada, the company holds significant assets under management and provides a comprehensive array of benefits beyond dental, including vision, disability, and life insurance. Sun Life Financial Inc. is listed on major stock exchanges such as the TSX, NYSE, and PSE. For further details, Sun Life's corporate website and newsroom provide additional resources.