The Principal Financial Group has announced an agreement to acquire California-based First Dental Health.

Upon closing, expected in October 2012, First Dental Health will become a member of the Principal Financial Group.

First Dental Health, an independent dental preferred provider organization, includes more than 11,000 credentialed dentists with locations in California, Arizona and Nevada.

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The Principal serves more than 27,000 employers across all states, plus the District of Columbia. Principal dental products offer covered employees and their dependents flexible, comprehensive plan designs that focus on preventive care.

Closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory and other approvals.

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