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BY LINDSEY B. KINGA community of freelance truckers known as transmigrantes deliver used cars and other goods from the United States to Central America. When one of them got kidnapped, an international investigation shifted uncomfortably close to home.
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Learn the ancient practice of bonsai at Denver Botanic Gardens, which hosts the American Bonsai Society’s annual learning convention this month.
20 POLITICS
Colorado has thousands of acres of corner-locked public property—but whether or not you can access that land depends on whom you ask.
22 DIVERSIONS
Summer concert season is nearly here, which is why we asked local music insiders to share the ultimate listening posts at Denver’s top venues. Hint: They’re not always the pricey ones.
24 CULTURE
The Colorado Photographic Arts Center is shooting for stability by opening a new headquarters.
26 ADVENTURE
Four Centennial State mountain bike clinics that will take you from pretend to send.
29 MEET THE MAKER
Susan Loriho’s samosas are inspired by her journey from East Africa to Boulder.
30 WHAT’S HOT
Tofu Story is the only restaurant in Denver making the soy protein in-house.
32 REVIEW
Marigold, chef-owner
Theo Adley’s approachable farm-to-table eatery, is well worth the drive to Lyons.
BY CLAY FONG36 MENTAL HEALTH
The recent rise in anti-Asian racism made me re-evaluate my identity as an Asian American and seek therapy. But the lack of culturally responsive mental health care in Colorado leaves many other community members behind.
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In an era when we’re constantly consuming the highly curated, out-of-context, spit-shined online lives of everyone we know (and even more people we don’t), it’s refreshing and inspiring when someone has the courage to present an unvarnished reality laced with personal vulnerability. When writers suggest doing just that in the form of personal essays, I often encourage them to give it a go. But before sending them off to toil at their keyboards, I always offer the same advice: The best essays deliver emotional rawness and uncomfortable honesty, and if you can’t do that, then don’t do it at all.
In this month’s “A Different Me” (page 36), 5280 food editor Patricia Kaowthumrong not only brings candor and sincerity to an essay about how the rise in anti-Asian racism made her re-evaluate her own identity; she also adeptly weaves relevant hate crime statistics, expert opinions, and cultural insights into her deeply personal narrative. The result is a work of prose that illustrates the unique challenges Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities have encountered since the onset of the pandemic, but Kaowthumrong didn’t stop there, historically speaking. “Yes, the past few years have been difficult,” she says, “but the racism and the trauma go back generations. I wasn’t just learning about my struggles; I was learning about the pain of my parents and of other immigrants to this state and country.”
In many ways, Kaowthumrong’s piece is as much a call for awareness as an exploration of who she is and ultimately wants to be. She puts the increasing violence in context for anyone who has somehow missed it on the evening news, but maybe more important, Kaowthumrong highlights the lack of culturally responsive mental health care available to Coloradans of AAPI descent. Even with the advantages she knows she has, Kaowthumrong says finding help didn’t come easily. Penning “A Different Me” didn’t come without effort either. But then again, the best essay writing rarely does.
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Learn the art of bonsai this summer at Denver Botanic Gardens.
Denver Botanic Gardens (DBG) will unpack its bonsais from winter storage this month, which means Larry Jackel will soon resume his accidental espionage. As a bonsai specialist at DBG, Jackel spends much of his days meticulously pruning the tiny trees he’s harvested in the Rocky Mountains, and he can’t resist eavesdropping as patrons admire his work. He’s never happier than when guests liken his diminutive arbors to the full-size versions they’ve seen elsewhere, whether that’s a gnarly ponderosa pine near a trailhead or a giant ficus on a beach. “For me, that means I’ve succeeded,” Jackel says. This summer, DBG will host the American Bonsai Society’s annual learning convention from June 8 to 11 (from $125). Classes include a seminar led by Jackel on how to appreciate bonsais. It’s more complicated than it sounds, and even flora sophisticates are sure to gain a greater understanding of the way a twisted trunk, for example, can engender a sense of character. But to Jackel, the most important element to consider is wonder, which is why he will begin his students’ educations by asking: “What do you see?”
—SPENCER CAMPBELLColorado has thousands of acres of corner-locked public property—but whether or not you can access them depends on whom you ask.
About 240 years ago, as white settlers started making their way west, the federal government began divvying up vast swaths of territory into 640-acre squares, some of which it gave to the newly formed states to fund schools and, later, to the railroads to spur industrialization. Others it sold to private owners. Millions of acres never found buyers, however, and agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management stepped in to administer the terrain. Today, much of it is open for hunting, fishing, and exploration, but there are thousands of public parcels that recreationists have no way to access.
That’s because they’re corner-locked, meaning they’re surrounded by a checkerboard of private property (think: farms and ranches) and only touch other squares of government land at their corners. Until recently, finding the exact points where those federally owned tracts meet was practically impossible; paper maps were too imprecise. Then came GPS. Smartphone in hand, it’s now feasible to step from one corner of public property to another, seemingly opening up what GPS mapping company OnX estimates is 8.3 million acres of corner-locked land in the West, including 101,100 acres in Colorado.
But so-called corner crossings have led recreationists into a legal gray area, says Joel Wester, vice president of Western conservation at the Washington, D.C.–based Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, because even when done correctly (meaning private property is never touched) it’s unclear if the act is lawful: Land ownership doesn’t stop at the ground, and it’s impossible to cut corners without passing through someone else’s airspace. Whether or not that amounts to
trespassing is another issue, and many Colorado prosecutors have declined to press charges when it’s happened.
That ambiguity could soon disappear. In 2021, four hunters in Carbon County, Wyoming, used a ladder to corner cross over a fence and were later charged with trespassing. Although a jury found the defendants not guilty, a related civil suit, in which the rancher in question is suing the hunters for millions of dollars for decreasing his property value, could set a precedent at the federal level. The case will likely take years to reach a final judgment.
In the meantime, freshman state Representative Brandi Bradley of Douglas County sponsored a bill earlier this year to create a task force to study the issue and submit recommendations to the state Legislature in November. If the bill passes—and the Legislature adopts those recommendations, whatever they are—Colorado would become the first state to clarify the maneuver’s legal status, one way or the other. (At press time, the bill was still under consideration.)
Bradley hopes this will eventually lead to the legalization of corner crossing, but at the same time, she doesn’t want to harm property owners. In fact, by defining what corner crossing is, she believes it will be easier to punish those who fail to do it properly. “[As it stands now,] I can’t imagine sitting on a jury and saying, You know what, we’re gonna [convict] you because you breathed the air,” she says. “I mean, if that’s where we’re going in this world, then Lord help us.” —NICHOLAS HUNT
Whether you’re exploring the many miles of hiking trails, taking in a performance, or soaking in one of the one-of-a-kind galleries, you’ll find yourself constantly inspired by your surroundings. Santa Fe is a place that will stay with you long after you’ve left. There are so many things that make The City Di erent, and so much more waiting to be uncovered.
Summer concert season is upon us, which is why we asked local music insiders to share the ultimate listening posts at Denver’s top venues. Hint: They’re not always the pricey ones.
—BARBARA URZUA
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$$: $50 to $100
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Red Rocks
Amphitheatre: The flower boxes
Yeah, yeah, there are no bad seats at Red Rocks— but that doesn’t mean some aren’t better than others. In fact, Brian Kitts, Red Rocks’ spokesperson, recommends spots that aren’t seats at all: the planter boxes on the sides of the venue. They’re first-come, first-stand, and while they might be a little dusty, “there’s not going to be some random tall guy blocking your view,” Kitts says.
This month: Relive those angsty high school years on May 23 with emo/altrock band All Time Low.
Price: $$
Mission Ballroom: GA floor, west side
Most visitors gravitate to the lobby bar, says local concert photographer and blogger Aimee Giese. Instead, find some space on either side of the stage for access to the lesserknown bars in the wings. Plus, both bathrooms up front are for women, even if they look blocked by security guards. “I assure you, they are public,” Giese says.
This month: Caroline Polachek, who co-founded pop duo Chairlift while a student at the University of Colorado Boulder, will be promoting her fourth solo album on May 14.
Price: $
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Snagging nosebleeds at the Colorado Symphony’s home in the Denver Performing Arts Complex doesn’t mean you’ll sacrifice sound quality, says Nick Dobreff, communications and creative director for the Colorado Symphony Association. The venue’s unique 360-degree layout places the entire audience within 85 feet of the stage.
This month: On May 18, you can become one with the Force when the symphony performs the works of Star Wars composer John Williams.
Price: $
Paramount Theatre: Orchestra center, rows N, P, and Q
Sure, sitting near the soundboard promises the best audio quality, but Jamel Rottier, general manager of the Paramount, likes these center seats for one more reason: The ground floor boasts a little-known (and seldom-frequented) bar for select shows. Just take the stairs to the left of the stage to grab a double vodka cran without having to skip a single tune.
This month: Hey now, hey now, don’t dream of missing ’80s new wave band Crowded House on May 12.
Price: $$$
Ball Arena: Section 128 or 146, row 1
Pick the wrong seat at this 675,000-square-foot sports coliseum and you’re likely to pull an eye socket trying to catch a glimpse of your favorite artist. But Ball Arena general manager Chris Joswick says the first rows in sections 128 and 146 are “close enough to feel the energy of the floor but above the crowd so fans have an unobstructed view.”
This month: Grab your dearest on May 21 to watch Shania Twain, the best-selling female artist in country music history, perform “You’re Still the One.”
Price: $$$
The Colorado Photographic Arts Center is shooting for stability by opening a new headquarters.
When the iPhone debuted in 2007, Carol Golemboski began to worry. With high-powered digital cameras suddenly filling everyone’s pockets, the professor of photography at the University of Colorado Denver noticed fewer students signing up for darkroom classes—her specialty—and she feared for film’s future. But surprisingly, there’s been a resurgence of student interest in the ultimate “latergram” in recent years, as film-focused shutterbugs look to stand out from the digital hordes. “The darkroom is starting to become cool again,” Golemboski says. “Part of it is that there’s still a kind of wonder and element of chance when you’re working with film.”
Perhaps it isn’t a surprise, then, that Denver’s premier destination for analog photography is about to start a second life of its own. This month, the Colorado Photographic Arts Center (CPAC) is opening a nearly 4,000-square-foot headquarters in Capitol Hill that will house a classroom, two gallery spaces, a storage facility for the nonprofit’s prized pieces, and—most enticingly for photographic film fans—a darkroom that improves upon CPAC’s old one with ADA-accessible machines, more room for more people, and enlarged chemical baths that allow photogs to develop bigger prints. “We also offer [paid] classes and tutoring,” says CPAC executive director Samantha Johnston. “Being our 60th anniversary and moving into this new building, this is a big year for us.”
Founded in 1963, CPAC is best known for its permanent collection of more than 800 prints by such lens-toting luminaries as Ansel Adams and Imogen Cunningham—as well as local professionals including Golemboski. Despite its longevity, the nonprofit has, at times,
struggled with funding and been forced to endure a nomadic existence; the organization has operated gallery and classroom spaces in City Park West, Belmar, Highland, Lakewood, and, most recently, the Golden Triangle. But thanks to expanded membership and fundraising under Johnston, who became executive director in 2015, the new location at 1200 Lincoln Street has a 10-year lease with an option to renew for 10 more. “That’s 20 years of stability for an organization that’s never had that,” says CPAC director of communications Megan Ross. Ross believes the spot, just blocks from downtown, will draw more walk-in visitors who can appreciate all the different types of photography CPAC champions. That includes digital photography, but Johnston shares Golemboski’s excitement about film’s revival—which she likens to that of vinyl records—and her organization’s role in protecting and propagating the practice. After its home’s grand opening on May 18, CPAC will be able to provide a lens through which new generations of photographers—like Golemboski’s students—can experience the thrill of film, no matter what new fruit falls from Apple’s tree. —CHRIS
WALKER
After years of climbing uphill, mountain bike prices are finally expected to descend this riding season as shipping costs return to normal and shops unload the excess inventories they stockpiled to meet COVID-19-induced demand. But while the financial barriers may be lower, shredding singletrack isn’t something you should pedal into lightly. To avoid having to learn the hard (not to mention bloody and bruised) way, take your new steed to one of these four beginner clinics.
—MALISSA RODENBURGNinja Mountain
Bike Performance
Founded in 2010, Ninja has assembled a bevy of certified coaches and one of the deepest course catalogs, including kid-specific classes. While this beginnerfriendly, half-day clinic covers the same maneuvers as the company’s adult sessions, such as body position, turning, and descending, your groms will learn these skills—plus trail safety basics—through games like pool noodle limbo. May 20, Denver; $259
BetterRide
If you prefer to know the physics behind cornering or the psychology of why your body isn’t listening to your brain, former professional racer Gene Hamilton is the coach for you. Over the past 24 years, he’s been perfecting a three-day, small-group clinic that focuses on the science of riding and dispels common cycling misconceptions. In practice, that means you’ll receive three to four hours of drills before you even hit the trail. June 2 to 4, Golden; $899
Vida MTB Series
In the decade since its first class, this women-only group out of Breckenridge has been building community and dismantling barriers to entry into the sport with initiatives such as scholarships for riders of color. Vida also keeps its private lessons affordable with rates starting at just $140 for two hours. Newbs can use that time to learn the basics without a crowd watching them, while experienced riders can get help sending specific features on their local trails.
Norco
While Norco Dirt Series offers multiday experiences similar to others on this list, true novices should wheel over to its three-hour Try It Clinic, which caters to the riders yet to be. You’ll learn a bit of terminology, trail etiquette, and foundational skills on flat ground that you can then take to your local singletrack. (If you leave wanting more, consider moving on to the company’s Progression Series, where you’ll gain new skills during four three-hour sessions.) June 10, Boulder; $95
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Susan Loriho’s samosas are inspired by her journey from East Africa to Boulder.
Susan Loriho’s samosas are more than fried pastries: They’re a migration story. At a refugee camp in Kenya after fleeing civil war in her native Sudan, six-yearold Loriho first tasted the savory treat, produced by members of the country’s large Indian community. She carried memories of those triangle-shaped pouches with her to the foot of the Flatirons, where she settled in 2006, but she didn’t share them with the world until she was laid off from her job as a preschool teacher at the onset of the pandemic. With time and a bank account to fill, Loriho launched Susan’s Samosas in 2020, selling ready-to-reheat parcels of crispy dough. Her recipes add tender ground beef or chicken and onion to a traditional Indian filling of potatoes, peas, and carrots; then she zings everything with cilantro, paprika, cumin, turmeric, and curry powder. Loriho adds the same seasonings to her lentil soup, which she learned to cook in the camp, where legumes were often one of the only foods available. Today, you can find her bags of frozen samosas and pints of spicy, soul-warming soup at specialty stores such as Platt Park’s Ruby’s Market and Boulder’s Nude Foods, and the products are also available at this season’s Nederland and Boulder farmers’ markets. “It doesn’t matter where you live, as long as you’re safe and comfortable,” she says. “I just feel like this is my home.”
—PATRICIA KAOWTHUMRONG
Tofu Story is the only restaurant in Denver making the soy protein in-house. Here’s how.
From casual K-pub joint Thank Sool Pocha to Seoul ManDoo (and its giant dumplings), restaurateur J.W. Lee of Seoul Hospitality Group has brought 15 culinary destinations showcasing specialties from his native Korea to the Denver metro area since 2017. In January, Lee cut the ribbon on his newest chapter, Tofu Story, on Aurora’s Havana Street. The eatery, which is centered on an in-house tofu program, is a second location of the successful spot that the restaurant group opened three years ago (and that his aunt operates) in New York City. We spoke with Lee to find out how his team— including two tofu-making experts he hired to train his staff for over half a year—transforms raw soybeans into its flagship ingredient. —Ethan Pan
1. Lee sources his organic, non-GMO beans from Soyko International, a Minnesota farm owned and run by Korean immigrant Jade In.
2. The soybeans soak in cool water until they’re soft enough for the grinding process—a determination ultimately made by the chefs, who test them by squishing them between their fingers. Tofu Story’s staff bathes the beans for around 11 hours in the winter and 12 hours in the summer, as they arrive drier during the hotter months. Under- or oversoaking can harm the final product’s texture and flavor.
3. The soaked beans are milled through Tofu Story’s Korean-made stone grinder to separate out the soy milk—which becomes the tofu—from the pulp. Instead of treating the latter (called biji in Korean) as a waste product, Tofu Story uses it in its kongbiji jjigae (a creamy meat and kimchi stew) and gives the rest to patrons who know how to cook it at home.
4. Tofu Story adds Epsom salts to the soy milk to encourage curdling, similar to the usage of rennet in certain cheese-making processes. Then, the mixture is steam-boiled for 25 minutes, cooled, and strained, yielding
silken (aka soft) tofu. Because the product is fresh, it’s less likely to fall apart during cooking than commercial versions, making it a desirable addition to bubbly stews.
5. To make Tofu Story’s firm tofu, Lee’s chefs mix up the soft soy curds and mechanically press the mixture. The resulting ingredient—available for direct purchase daily at the restaurant—goes into stir-fried menu items such as the dubu kimchi (tofu with fermented cabbage) as well as dishes at other Seoul Hospitality Group restaurants, including Seoul ManDoo, Thank Sool Pocha, and Seoul K-BBQ & Hot Pot.
TRY IT Tofu Story’s soft iteration shines brightest in the comforting soondubu stew—presented boiling hot in a stone vessel—which comes with a variety of ingredients, from a seafood medley of shrimp, squid, and mussels to kimchi to beef intestines. Heat lovers should order it spicy, but mild and pepperless versions are also available.
Marigold, chef-owner Theo Adley’s approachable farm-to-table eatery, is well worth the drive to Lyons.
BY CLAY FONG
Denver’s loss has become Lyons’ gain. After failing to find the right location for a neighborhood bistro in a larger Front Range city, chef Theo Adley—formerly of the Populist, where he helmed the kitchen before the RiNo spot shuttered in 2019—took his fine-dining chops to the 2,200-resident town north of Boulder and opened Marigold this past July. The restaurant, located on Main Street between a fly-fishing shop and a boutique tattoo studio, serves a rotating roster of fare driven by seasonal ingredients and French and Italian cuisines. For the hospitality veteran, whose resumé also includes being the onetime chef-owner of Boulder’s the Pinyon and the former executive chef at Dunton Hot Springs near Dolores, the foothills enclave felt like the right place to land. “Lyons is a really magical place,” Adley says. “It’s small and weird and earnest. It’s pretty much exactly like us.”
I’m not sure about weird, but the light-filled, wood-accented eatery is compact. Because there are 38 seats in a 700-square-foot dining room, it’s hard not to pick up on conversations at surrounding tables. (That didn’t bother
me much, though, as the couple I sat by generously offered a bite of their chickpea pancake after I asked for their opinion of the appetizer.) Despite the minor downside of Marigold’s diminutive size, there’s a notable upside: Something about the venue’s scale evokes the intimacy of classic Parisian brasseries. The place has a communal vibe that makes you want to become a regular, even if you live in Denver or Boulder. The friendly but unobtrusive waitstaff are quick to acknowledge repeat patrons, and Adley tries to personally check in with every table. During a weekend meal, my dining companion and I
started with the pan-roasted scallops. The golden sear enhanced the silky mouthfeel and delicate taste of the shellfish, while the accompanying parsnip purée was accented with lively green peppercorns, briny bottarga roe, and a whisper of coconut cream, which took the dish a winning step beyond the traditional preparation you find at many refined restaurants. Farinata, a savory chickpea pancake found in Provence, was fried to crispy perfection. The appetizer arrived at the table piping
and roasted root vegetables were fair complements. If you’re going to order one thing at Marigold, it should be the lobster, a rotating special that showcases Adley’s culinary prowess and, yes, his earnestness. Overcooking, which leads to a dry and rubbery texture, is a crime against lobster tail. But Adley’s crustacean is unviolated, despite the lengthy preparation he puts it through. The fruit of the sea receives a brief bath in a lemon- and bayleaf-scented court bouillon (a broth used for poaching). Then, Adley makes a sauce. Cooked down over five hours with crushed lobster shells, a sofrito of veggies and aromatics, Madeira, and a dried-kelp-steeped broth, the sauce—spiked with a little anise liqueur and salt—is then used to reheat the tail. Adley serves the meat with chicken-jus-glazed salsify (a green in the dandelion family) and white-soy-vinaigrettedressed radicchio. The payoff is one of the best lobster courses I’ve ever enjoyed.
Lyons is a longtime haven for summer road trippers, who flock to the town for July’s RockyGrass music festival or rafting on the St. Vrain River. But attractions of the culinary variety are also a draw. If you’ve already hit Marigold, here’s how to eat and drink your way through town. —CF
9 a.m. Grab a latte and a kouign-amann (a multilayered French pastry) at nearly two-year-old Moxie Mercantile, which moved into the former Stone Cup coffeeshop space off High Street this month. The Louisville-headquartered bakery mills its own flours using Colorado grains; buy sacks for your home baking projects at the Lyons outpost.
12 p.m. No trip to Lyons would be complete without a visit to Oskar Blues Grill & Brew, where owner-brewer Dale Katechis debuted his namesake pale ale in 1998. Pair a cold one with a Trustafarian burger topped with goat cheese, honey, bacon, and arugula or a Louisiana-influenced specialty, such as the jambalaya or Cajun chicken pasta.
hot with nicely browned edges that contrasted well with its softer, creamier center. While the pancake was a little salty, the sharp rosemary and sautéed onions folded into the dough and a garnish of fruity Ubriaco Pinot Rosé cheese bits balanced the salinity and earthiness of the chickpeas.
The half chicken, roasted under a brick in Tuscan tradition, is a menu mainstay. The poultry arrived moist yet still shrouded in crispy skin, but the salsa verde topping—composed of parsley, mint, shallot, lemon, capers, olive oil, and fish sauce— lacked assertiveness. The dish would have been better served with something more acidic, like a vinegar- and chile-infused chimichurri, though the accompanying smooth, spiced yogurt
Dessert at Marigold is also memorable. From a list of three offerings, we chose the baba au rhum, a cake with origins in France that resembles an oldschool slice of Bundt. But one bite revealed it’s far from a 1970s throwback. A foundation of glutinous rice flour gave the sponge a subtle, mochi-cake-like chew. A soak in Jamaican rum and Grand Marnier delivered a boozy punch that played well with the cake’s vanilla accents. And a floral passion fruit syrup offered a welcome finale of acidity.
The offerings here are akin to what you might find at a farm-to-table venue in LoHi or Capitol Hill—but with a healthy dose of small town charm. While Denverites who want to taste Adley’s talents have to venture north to find them, the commute is worth every dime of gas money you spend.
3 p.m. Pop by the Lyons Dairy Bar, which offers soft-serve-crowned cones, banana splits, and turtle sundaes from a walk-up window. Or, opt for a cupcake or slice of Key lime pie at the small on-site bakery and candy shop.
6 p.m. Seven-year-old Mojo Taqueria serves inventive tacos and burritos stuffed with a variety of fillings, from fried avocado to short rib, for lunch and dinner. Complement your meal with guacamole, queso, or a trio of salsas, which are made daily with roasted tomatillos, jalapeño and habanero peppers, and other fresh ingredients.
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The recent rise in anti-Asian racism made me re-evaluate my identity as an Asian American and seek therapy. But the lack of culturally responsive mental health care in Colorado leaves many other community members behind.
When a gunman killed eight people, six of whom were women of Asian descent, at three spas in the Atlanta area on March 16, 2021, something shifted deep inside of me. I still looked like the same woman on the outside—a dark-haired, brown-skinned, 34-year-old woman—but I felt exposed, keenly aware of and self-conscious about the color of my skin. I was suddenly Asian.
As the daughter of a Thai father and Chinese mother, I’ve always been aware of my heritage, but like many second-generation Americans who were brought up in mostly Caucasian communities, I strove to assimilate in white spaces. In public, I found solace in not drawing attention to my roots, in letting my ancestry be a quiet part of my identity in order to fit in with the majority. That chameleonlike part of me disappeared in early April 2021, when I found myself bawling uncontrollably in the shower one night. When I came out of the bathroom, my husband asked me what was wrong. I replied: “People are killing people who look like me.” In the months that followed that mass shooting—which brought attention to the increase in racism toward members
of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities in the United States since the onset of the pandemic in 2020—I looked at the world with suspicious eyes. Every attack I became aware of, from the assaults on elderly individuals in Chinatowns in New York City and San Francisco to the threatening comments sent to a Japanese restaurant owner in Arvada, conjured mental images of my mother and father getting pushed into oncoming traffic or being bullied at the grocery store.
But my thoughts weren’t just consumed by the well-being and whereabouts of my family members. I became anxious about my Asian American identity, about how I was perceived and seen by others, and about my place in the communities associated with my background that felt somewhat foreign to me. I didn’t know what was happening in my psyche, and I didn’t know who to turn to.
I soon found out I wasn’t alone.
“YOU LOOK LIKE YOU’RE TREMBLING inside,” said Masako Suzuki as we stood in front of the brightly lit, dessert-stocked counter at Beard Papa’s off South Colorado Boulevard. It was
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a sweltering day in July 2022 and Suzuki, a licensed professional counselor who specializes in treating individuals struggling with mental health issues related to self and crosscultural identities and immigration, insisted on buying me a treat after I had interviewed her. My eyes welled with tears, and my voice cracked as I told her how hard I thought it would be for me to write a reported essay about the mental health of AAPI individuals in the post-Atlanta-massacre world.
A few minutes earlier, we had been next door at Jaya Asian Grill and discussed what Suzuki called a racial reckoning among Asian Americans, including many of her clients, after the mass shooting. “Because of [the gunman’s] objectifying of Asian women as sexual objects and fetishizing their exotic sexual features, [he was] dehumanizing individuals who are part of communities that we belong to,” says Suzuki, who moved to the United States from Japan in 1995. “So that erupted a lot of clients to recognize that: I am so Asian. What am I gonna do with this? I don’t feel safe.”
After the March 2021 tragedy, Suzuki saw a rise in appointment requests at her private Cory-Merrill practice, which serves a 70 percent Asian clientele. Like other individuals who experience or witness trauma, some felt uneasy after the event about activities they used to undertake without hesitation, such as riding public transportation or pumping gas, for fear of suffering verbal or physical abuse. But the shooting also pushed many Asian Americans, me included, to confront the burdens we perhaps unknowingly carried as descendants of immigrants and refugees.
Incidents of hateful rhetoric and violence directed at AAPI individuals aren’t new; in fact, examples of AAPI racism have been particularly abhorrent in the Centennial State. In 1880, a race riot decimated Denver’s Chinatown, a five-block stretch of Wazee Street then called Hop Alley. During World War II, more than 10,000 Japanese Americans were interned by the U.S. government at Grenada Relocation Camp in southeast Colorado. When COVID19 arrived in the United States, politicians like former President Donald Trump and U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert from Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District publicly used racist terminology such as “China flu” and “kung flu” to refer to the novel coronavirus, which experts say contributed to an uptick of xenophobia.
As a result, Stop AAPI Hate was established in March 2020. Since then, the national reporting center has documented 11,467 hate incidents in the United States, spanning the action spectrum from microaggressions to verbal harassment to physical attacks, including 130
within Colorado’s borders. This past March, the FBI reported that hate crimes in the United States had risen to their highest level since the federal government began tracking the data in 1990. Of the 10,840 bias-motivated crimes reported by states and local jurisdictions in 2021, 746 targeted people of Asian descent, a 249 percent increase from 2020 and the most ever recorded in a single year. The numbers are likely higher, though. Most hate crimes go unreported, especially in AAPI and Native Hawaiian communities, due to fear of being unheard or dismissed by police, according to data released in the past year by Hate Free Colorado and local law enforcement and advocacy groups.
Suzuki was right. I was trembling inside. But it wasn’t the bleak statistics and news reports that bothered me. And, honestly, it wasn’t even the memories of my parents, who owned a gas station in Wheat Ridge from 1983 to 2018, being told to “go back to their country” by disgruntled customers that were causing my teary episodes. The thing was, I wasn’t sure why I was so devastated and confused post-Atlanta. I couldn’t help but wonder: If I’ve always been Asian American, why did all these feelings take so long to surface?
I’M ASHAMED OF THE MEMORIES today. As an adolescent, I remember joking with classmates about my heritage and other Asians. I’d laugh when friends referred to me as “mini-Mulan” or “Lucy Liu” and agree that the Chinese joint around the corner from our high school probably served dog. I once referred to my parents’ native Thailand as Soy Sauce Land, and I recall deliberately hiding my mom’s homemade Thai food from my college roommates to avoid questions about the contents of the containers. In short, I made all things Asian about myself seem as other to me as I imagined they were to all of my white friends. That othering, in my mind, made me more Caucasian.
Sang Lintakoon, a child and family therapist at Be and Belong Counseling in Westminster, explained to me, in stark terms, what I had been doing. “It is sad that at a young age, you learned how to make your identity more palatable.... We became experts at being white.”
Lintakoon’s upbringing as a first-generation American raised by ethnically Chinese immigrants from Southeast Asia—and her personal journey in therapy—fueled her passion for helping others navigate life between various racial and cultural identities. She says Asians,
in particular, have been so good at blending in and being the so-called model minority that we’ve often brushed off both microaggressions and outright racism. For much of our lives, we’ve shrugged our shoulders and felt safe in the white world—until Atlanta. “The Atlanta shootings,” Lintakoon says, “gave us the permission to acknowledge the racism we experience.”
It also may have given some of us a reason to re-evaluate who we really are—and who we want to be going forward. But there isn’t, of course, a good road map for locating an identity you tried so hard to leave behind.
When I was promoted to food editor at 5280 in April 2021—a few weeks after the Atlanta tragedy—representing the Asian community through my presence and news coverage became a responsibility I bestowed upon myself. Because of the increase in antiAsian hate, I felt an urgency to highlight AAPI issues and stories, and I also wanted to honor the sacrifices my parents had made to secure what I now saw as a privileged role in society.
In the months that followed, it wasn’t uncommon for strangers and acquaintances at media events and social functions to say things like, What is it like to be 5280’s first Asian American food editor? The magazine is so lucky to
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have you. I never knew how to respond, because inside I felt like an imposter in the media, in the AAPI community, and in my own life. I was grateful for the opportunity to represent my community, but years of assimilation had left me ill-equipped to do so. Every mistake I made or negative thought I had felt like one step closer to failing at my dream job. Even worse, I was worried about failing my immigrant parents, who voluntarily worked long hours and endured racism along the way to ensure I had the opportunities in life that would allow me to be here.
Before I met Suzuki, I’d heard the term intergenerational trauma, but I didn’t truly understand its meaning, let alone its relation to my life. The concept refers to a transmission of the traumatic or oppressive effects of events—which can encompass adverse life experiences endured by specific cultural, racial, or ethnic groups—to subsequent generations. When older immigrants and refugees were confronted with high-stress or life-threatening situations—for instance, living in a Japanese internment camp during World War II or fleeing war-torn Vietnam in the 1970s—many responded by minimizing or suppressing their emotions. “It’s part of the trauma response,”
Suzuki says. “[Our] parents and grandparents are conditioned to numb their emotional reactions because, back in their era, there were no resources, no platform to support them through.”
My parents were classic minimizers—and still are today. When someone made fun of my mom’s accent or called her an “Asian bitch,” which happened occasionally when I was growing up and which I remember well, she would downplay the hurt. “That’s just the way things are in America,” she told me. But the ways family members cope, or fail to cope, with trauma can set precedents for younger generations, leaving us unprepared to face how we perceive ourselves and the potential consequences that come with living as members of minority communities in the United States.
AURORA-BASED PSYCHOTHERAPIST Nancy Lee assured me that this blurry chapter in my existence was likely temporary. Lee—who was inspired to become a counselor by the adversity she faced as a young Korean immigrant and her interest in the use of psychology to understand her personal mental health issues—launched her own practice seven years ago. She now serves clients across the state, about 50 percent of whom are Asian.
Over the past few years, she has helped people deal with identity stress: events that can cause one’s sense of self to shift in positive or negative ways.These incidents can range from managing the strain of being a new mom to adapting to a new city or workplace. While many of these changes can be normal parts of the human experience regardless of ethnicity, Lee says the pandemic, the Black Lives Matter movement, a surge in xenophobia, and ongoing political strife have caused marginalized communities like the AAPI population to experience an increase in identity stress since 2020.
The Atlanta shooting clearly opened a floodgate of identity stress for me, stress that was exacerbated by my new job. I admitted to Lee that I had never thought deeply about my heritage until then and that I didn’t understand what that meant or how to present myself. I wanted to embrace my roots, but I didn’t know how to be the “first Asian American food editor” at this publication and the AAPI community member I thought everyone expected me to be. “It’s inner conflict, not understanding yourself and the world around you,” Lee told me. “You’re navigating it, you’re working through it—and you’re going to come out of it.”
Although I didn’t know what coming out of it looked like at the time, Lee’s words were comforting. I felt like she understood exactly what I was going through. And, to a certain extent, she did: Lee immigrated to the United States from Korea before kindergarten in 1978 and grew up in Chicago without any Asian American role models to guide her through school, her career, or motherhood. “I would say I’ve been confused for the vast majority of my life,” she says.
While interviews with therapists like Lee, Lintakoon, and Suzuki left me emotionally drained, I left every encounter feeling validated. Because they are professionals well-versed in issues that have an impact on AAPI individuals, I didn’t have to overinterpret the pressures I felt to excel at my workplace or the failure to understand the way my parents processed racist experiences, which I felt I had to do earlier in the year during a string of unproductive appointments with a therapist who isn’t trained in issues of identity stress or multigenerational trauma. To sort out my issues, I knew I needed to find a culturally responsive practitioner.
BEFORE I FOUND THE THERAPIST I’ve seen weekly since last October, I contacted two
others from a crowd-sourced directory of more than 30 Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander therapists and psychologists that Lintakoon shared with me. (There’s a similar number of listings for therapists who practice in Colorado on the Asian Mental Health Collective website.) The local choices are limited, which aligns with national statistics: Only five percent of the country’s therapy workforce identifies as AAPI, according to the nonprofit Mental Health America, while the Pew Research Center reported in 2021 that Asians now make up seven percent of America’s population. The directories are helpful, but getting an appointment with a professional you like and who meets your needs—and budget requirements—can take time.
For a lot of Asian Americans, taking those steps can come only after conquering the reluctance to receive mental health care in the first place, an obstacle Lee says is heightened in the AAPI community due, in part, to the shame associated with needing help and a mistrust of American systems. “We’ve all experienced microaggressions at the doctor’s office, and we’ve all wondered, Hey, are they stereotyping me?” she says. “A lot of times, [experiences like that] end up creating more stress for us or maybe making
us not want to access the care, like putting off a physical for another year or finding a better doctor.... It’s that extra stress.”
Each AAPI community, subgroup, and ethnicity also faces its own unique issues— which white therapists often aren’t trained to tackle—such as the impact of high poverty rates on the Hmong population or the trauma of living in the United States as an Afghan refugee when your country continues to feel the effects of a 20-year-long war. The vast diversity of the population makes securing mental health services that are tailored to specific needs especially challenging. But professionals like Lee, Lintakoon, and Suzuki, as well as non-Asian practitioners, are increasing access to culturally responsive care by specializing in matters faced by AAPI clientele in graduate school or opting for additional training through the American Counseling and Asian American Psychological associations.
In the past year, other support initiatives have emerged: In July, more than 60 people attended the first Building Community Resilience: Mental Health Summit in Aurora. For the free, one-day event open to Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, socialjustice-supporting entities hosted workshops
addressing topics such as generational trauma and the importance of self-care.
This spring, Asian Girls Ignite (AGI), a nearly three-year-old organization with the mission to build strong communities of AAPI girls and women, celebrated the milestone of having more than 120 youngsters in grades six to 12 participate in its programs. Last fall, Lintakoon hosted an inaugural racial identity processing and support group for AAPI adults, which featured discussions on belonging, grief, and other topics. She hopes providing compassionate spaces for participants to share their own experiences promotes healing and helps them feel less alone. Lintakoon quotes psychologist Peter Levine: “Trauma is not what happens to us,” she says, “but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathic witness.”
ON A SATURDAY IN AUGUST, a parking lot in Aurora was studded with tents for AGI’s first annual ElevAsian Night Market. At the fundraiser, patrons shopped for goods and nibbled on bites produced by AAPI-women-led businesses. Inside a nearby building, more than two dozen of AGI’s founders, participating students, and festivalgoers gathered to share anecdotes about their positive experiences in the program.
I sat in silence as girls shared stories about exploring their identities and building friendships at team-building events that made them feel less alone—opportunities to connect with other young Asians that I wish had existed when I was a kid. Although I had come as a reporter, my eyes watered, but this time they weren’t tears of sadness.
When the mass shootings in California’s Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay claimed the lives of 18, most of whom were Asian, this past January, I was shaken by the news. But, unlike the Atlanta tragedy, the events didn’t leave me feeling helpless. Since March 2021, I’ve figured out how to manage my feelings, thanks to the help of my therapist, who has given me the tools to process stressful life events, sort through the guilt and pain I feel about what my parents went through, and find a comfortable place in between my Asian and American identities. I will always be tied to my roots, but I don’t have to be chained to them. I can find my own way.
While therapy has been integral to my evolution, the relationships I’ve established—through the local food world and social media—with other individuals who’ve encountered similar struggles have made an even greater impact
on my life. One interaction stands out to me: In December, an argument with my mother triggered an emotional episode in me at the opening of a bar. At the event, I told a friend who is of Filipino descent that my parents must think I am weak for not being able to handle everyday stress when they’ve endured so much more pain. He replied: “You are exactly what they wanted you to be.” I knew he was right. Intergenerational trauma can be painful, but many of those who came before us struggled in hopes that their children, and their children’s children, wouldn’t have to.
Words like his—and those of many others—get me through the rough patches. In fewer than 18 months, my network of two Asian friends has grown to a cohort I can’t even count on two hands. We don’t see each other all the time, but I know they’re there. Despite the struggles, I’m thankful for the journey I’ve been on. I wish it hadn’t been sparked by such unimaginable horror, but the Atlanta shooting set me on a different path. The loss of life is a reminder to me to nurture my own, no matter what challenges lie ahead. m
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With the local market finally shifting back to pre-pandemic conditions, we break down the recent numbers to explain what buyers and sellers need to know.
BY BARBARA URZUA
If you were looking to buy a house in Denver over the past couple of years and didn’t have the cash flow of, say, a neurosurgeon, you were likely priced out. With the city—and the world—in a virus-induced panic, interest rates dropped, sales prices soared, and unless buyers could pay thousands over the asking price in cash, securing the keys to the Highland bungalow of their dreams was nearly impossible. Over the past 10 months, though, the landscape has been evolving, and the market has returned to what many real estate agents are cautiously calling pre-pandemic conditions. Interest rates are ever fluctuating (causing hesitation among some buyers); sellers are being forced to lower their asking prices; and homes aren’t being snapped up with abandon. “Most sellers were seeing six to 12 offers on their homes during the height of the pandemic; now, they’re seeing three to four at most, and homes are just sitting on the market longer,” says Colin Whitenack, a broker associate with real estate brokerage Compass. “This has opened up opportunities for people like first-time homebuyers, who have lower down payments.” Still, navigating the current real estate market is tricky, especially when it seems like the status quo is shaky and bank failures are making everyone circumspect. That’s why we’ve taken a hard-numbers look at the scene so you can know whether it’s time to buy or sell—or stay right where you are.
Rae Barber and her husband, Jimmy, sold their East Colfax home and then zeroed in on a fixer-upper in Lakewood.
“I’m a real estate photographer in the area and have worked with a local agent to capture the homes he’s listed. When I saw what he did to clean up a house and how much time and effort he put into listing a home behind the scenes, I knew I wanted to work with him when we decided to sell our home. We started in February 2022, and following our agent’s instructions, we painted most of the walls, moved out and had it staged, and had it photographed by an artistic photographer. We were able to get our ranch-style home ready to list just in time for last spring’s crazy-hot market. The house was listed in March, and we had, like, 75 showings and a ton of offers; it
This spread, from left: Marvin Anani; Dan Saelinger/Trunk Archivewas incredible. We got a few high offers that we never dreamed of getting, so after accepting one we were able to bide our time in looking for a new home. We ended up renting for a few months because the market was so competitive. We put offers down on two houses that weren’t accepted, so we took a step back. Then, in June, we found an awesome ’70s house on the west side of town with so much more room for our two kids. We’re just lucky the market died down a little by then, or I don’t think we could’ve made this happen. The house was definitely more reasonably priced in the cooler market. We were actually in California when our agent found the house for us, and his team gave us a FaceTime tour, so I guess you could say we bought it sight unseen. Jimmy flew out the day after our offer was accepted, and we officially moved in this past August. We’ve spent the past seven months renovating, and we’re almost done.”
—as told to BU
When mortgage rates soared halfway through 2022 and buyers dropped out of the market, sellers were forced to make tough decisions.
Judging 2022’s real estate market as a whole is a knotty proposition, especially considering how antithetical the first half of the year was compared with the second. While mortgage rates began 2022 on a steady climb, in late spring they surged and potential buyers got squeamish. “I had a listing the week before Easter, and the number of showings just dramatically dropped off,” says Colleen Covell, a broker with Denver’s MileHiModern. That shift led to a steady decrease in the median sales price, resulting in a market that’s more buyer-friendly.
“In the first half of the year, I had clients who had to bid $350,000 over ask in cash,” Covell says.
“In the fall, I got a client who was a twentysomething first-time homebuyer under contract for $440,000 under ask. It was just so diametrically different.”
Still, the market has historically been seasonal, and while median close prices have been trending upward again in the first part of 2023, local experts expect competition to increase rapidly beginning this month. For sellers, that means they should list their homes as soon as possible, according to Andrew Abrams, broker and owner of Denver-based Guide Real Estate. But sellers need to be strategic: If you’re already locked into a low interest rate in your current abode, you can expect to pay a higher mortgage rate on your next home, which may or may not be a concern, depending on whether you sell your current home at a profit. “Selling right now is fine to get the equity out of your house,” Abrams says. “But you still have to think of the next step, which is, ‘Where are you going?’ ”
6 . 5 %
That number is waaaay up from a record low of 2.67 percent in December 2020, but rates could dip later this year. “Get into an adjustable-rate mortgage while housing prices are low and refinance later,” advises Anna Centron, a broker associate with the Denver office of brokerage group the Agency. “If you’re waiting for record low rates, your purchase price is going to be higher than what that interest would have done to you.”
A 2020 study by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition reported that Denver was the second-mostgentrifying city in the United States from 2013 to 2017. As a veteran real estate agent and president of Denver Public Schools’ Board of Education, Xóchitl “Sochi” Gaytán has witnessed the displacement firsthand—which is why we asked her to explain how gentrification is affecting the city and its schools.
Xóchitl Gaytán: At the height of Denver’s gentrification, we were seeing older folks in historical neighborhoods selling their homes to make some cash for retirement. [They and their adult children] would then look to buy but could only afford homes farther north or east into Aurora, Westminster, Broomfield, and beyond. This essentially dissolved so many communities of color [within Denver proper]. Now, I’m seeing [those same] families who can’t afford their [new] neighborhoods moving toward southwestern Denver. It’s what I call the slow creep of gentrification. Lower-income families are being pushed around the metro area depending on which areas are hot spots.
As a bilingual Latina woman, I attracted a large client base of Latinos. I’ve also lived in Denver nearly my entire life and have lived for 20 years in Harvey Park, where I raised two boys. I saw what gentrification was doing to my clients and my neighbors, and I saw what reform policies in education were doing to Denver Public Schools. I eventually ran for the Board of Education to try and create change at a higher level. Housing, poverty, and reform policies in education are
all interconnected and are negatively affecting our communities of color.
What does education have to do with gentrification?
Education reformers made an effort to go after southwest and northeast Denver, where communities of color predominantly lived. In my district, we saw our neighborhood schools become charter schools over the last 15 years. That led to lower attendance at public schools—and, so, fewer resources, because funding is dependent on the number of students enrolled in a school. Plus, charter schools usually market themselves better. Public schools heavily influence where people decide to live, and driving them out can drive out working families.
What needs to be done to combat gentrification?
I’m not against development, but I do think we need to consider smart development where we’re considerate of people of all backgrounds. We need to create housing for our unhoused communities, lowincome housing, and housing assistance for all buyers. I’m grateful we have the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, but I think legislators should work on assistance options and rent stabilization protections for low-income earners and working families so that they can build generational wealth.
If buying a home is tough, renting should be a breeze, right? (Right?!)
Thirteen-year-old me would’ve imagined that, as an adult, I would be living in one of those high-end lofts by Union Station. This past summer, however, 23-year-old me found myself living in my mother’s basement. In a desperate attempt to escape that sorry situation (and the spiders I kept finding in my sheets), I spent my days refreshing property management websites for something, anything, within my budget. When a two-bedroom, 1,000-square-foot apartment priced at $1,300 appeared, I applied immediately. Because the University-area unit was listed by one of the largest property management companies in the metro area, I trusted the process would
go smoothly if I actually got the place. An acceptance letter and a signed lease later, my Pinterest board became cluttered with apartment design inspo. But 10 days before my move-in date, I received a phone call. “Sorry about this,” the leasing agent said, “but someone else actually signed a lease weeks before you did, and we just found it. How about another unit in the building for $1,600 instead?” Unless I wanted to go without electricity or internet, I couldn’t swing an extra $300 a month. I was crushed—and crawled back into bed with the spiders and hit refresh on my computer. I found another option shortly thereafter right across the street, but I had to settle for nearly half the square footage and in-building laundry machines that somehow are always out of order. Maybe one day I’ll call that LoDo loft my own, but until then, I’ll be in my humble, 500-square-foot, $1,400 abode with a weird smell I can’t find the source of. —BU
All signs point to a drop in rental rates. That is, until a new city policy changes everything.
Unless a $2,000-per-month Cracker Jack box is just what you’ve been looking for, finding a livable (read: reasonably clean), affordable apartment in Denver is nothing short of a soul-sucking experience. Rental prices surged nearly 18 percent from 2017 to 2022, according to a report by national rental company Apartment List, making the metro’s median rent around $1,700 for a one-bedroom apartment.
But while the Mile High City has been pricey for years, Scott Rathbun says we’ve reached a turning point. Rathbun, who is the president of Denverbased firm Apartment Appraisers and Consultants, explains that although you can still expect to see ridiculously expensive studios, rent growth slowed considerably by the end of 2022.
Why? The reason is twofold: Colorado’s once-skyrocketing population growth is slowing, leading to less demand for rental units, and developers who scrambled to answer demand from a few years ago are only now finishing construction on apartment buildings we no longer have enough renters to fill.
Still, a policy approved by the Denver City Council last year could flip the trend. The Expanding Housing Affordability policy, which passed in June 2022 and took effect immediately, requires all new developments larger than 10 units to designate at least eight to 12 percent of their units as affordable. To qualify, prospective lessees cannot make more than 60 percent of Denver’s median income, which is around $49,000 for a one-person household.
Experts like Drew Hamrick, general counsel for the Apartment Association of Metro Denver, think the current parameters don’t benefit all Denverites in need of housing, like teachers and firefighters, who can’t afford Denver’s median rent but make more than 60 percent of the median income. (The policy does include an opt-out fee for developers, with funds benefiting more affordable housing options.)
While the city is handing out a few incentives to building owners, such as flexible parking requirements, Rathbun says it’s not enough. “Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for affordable housing,” Rathbun says. “But the ordinance is all stick and no carrot. In order to subsidize those below-market rents, [landlords] would have to charge other renters above-market rents to offset the costs.” This could mean that the modest reprieve Denver renters are expecting could vanish before it ever fully arrives.
Many down-payment assistance programs are available for first-time homebuyers, says Brian Murphy, manager of Front Range Mortgage. Other than Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, which allow for lower credit scores and down payments, the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority offers grants for up to three percent of your mortgage. Plus, each city and county you’re looking to buy in likely offers programs of their own. Visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website for more information.
Don’t stick with the first rate quote you get from a lender. It pays to look at multiple options, says Susan Thayer, real estate agent and co-owner of the
Thayer Group. In fact, according to a February study by Freddie Mac, borrowers who got two rate quotes saved $600 annually, and those who put in the work to get more than four rate quotes saved around $1,200 on average.
Over the past 20 years, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have approved loans of 40 percent or more of a buyer’s income. Still, Murphy recommends evaluating what you can comfortably afford, with input from financial professionals. That might mean skipping that dream house that’s out of your budget. “We’re not our parents, and we no longer have to stay in our first home forever,” the Agency’s Anna Centron says. “Make money on this first property so you can move up to the next price range.”
Emily Bath and Trevor Bain just bought their first home in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood, and the current market delivered some pleasant surprises.
“We’ve been renting for the past five years and were just over living in an apartment. We started looking to buy last October and knew nothing about the market. Luckily, we have a good friend who’s in real estate. We decided to start searching about six months before our lease ended, because we had heard how difficult it could be. It was important for us to still be near our jobs downtown, and when you’re looking that close to Denver, it can be tough to find inventory within your budget. Our budget was around $750,000. With the market slowing down toward the end of 2022 and into 2023,
Navigating the ever-changing real estate market is confusing for everyone, but it’s especially so if you’re a rookie homebuyer. That’s why we asked industry experts for their top three tips for newbies.
we actually ended up finding our home a lot quicker than we thought we would. Thankfully, we never ran into those stories you hear about having to fight 10 other offers; there just wasn’t much buyer competition out there. Interest rates were definitely volatile for a while, and the rate actually went up during our closing process. But we realized how important it is to set a budget and look more at your monthly payment rather than just the close price. I’m really happy with our new home in Sunnyside, even if we consider it a starter home. I can see us being here for the next 10 years at least. If we ever decide to have a family, it gives us room to grow into it. That was important to us; we didn’t want something we could only live in for five years before having to do this all over again. We’re in a good spot.”
—as told to BU
If you missed the buying frenzy of early 2022, don’t panic. We’ve enlisted the pros to help you know what to do before your house hits the market.
Predicting the future of the real estate market ain’t easy, but Guide Real Estate’s Andrew Abrams says he expects the market to slow way down in late summer this year. “Things generally start slowing down as people prepare for their kids to go back to school,” Abrams says. “May and June are the ideal months to sell a home.” Translation: If your home isn’t already on the market, you need to hustle up.
Selling your home can be as painful as saying goodbye to your first car, the Thayer Group’s Susan Thayer says. But you need to stow away those treasured memories of your little one taking her first steps in the living room, because it will make the process of selling easier—on everyone. “Say you’re showing your home, and someone doesn’t like the kitchen,” Thayer says. “Try not to be offended but instead look at how to make your home more appealing to buyers.” That might mean painting over the spot where you charted, in pencil, how tall your kids were getting or replacing those light fixtures you and your SO installed yourselves.
Don’t waste time pricing your home ridiculously high in the hopes that a naive buyer will forget it’s no longer 2021 and throw a huge offer at you. “Your agent should pull comparable homes that were sold in the last 90 days in your area,” says Jason Cummings, a broker associate with Compass, “and price your home based on numbers.” That means trying to place a price tag in the median of comparable homes—you don’t want it to be a steal, but don’t try to set any records either.
It’s the 21st century, so homebuyers are searching sites like Zillow and scrolling through social media to find their next homes. They aren’t often driving by your bungalow and picking up the flyer from your “For Sale” sign. That’s why Cummings says you should make sure your agent is social media savvy and understands things like marketing (printing out flyers isn’t enough), photography (no, your iPhone photos won’t cut it), and staging (this means more than just making your bed). m
It’s been three years since the first sports betting wagers were placed in Colorado. We look at how the controversial law has affected Coloradans—and explain how you can (responsibly) get in on the action.
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this past winter, I found myself enjoying a craft beer and bathing in the cerulean warmth of high-def TVs at Spanky’s Roadhouse, a University neighborhood haunt. The flat-screens were showing NBA games, an NHL matchup, and a college football conference championship. My drinking buddy struck up a conversation with the bartender and asked if the barkeep had “any skin” in the contest we
Since then, more than $10.7 billion of bets—or handle, in industry parlance—have been made from within our rectangular borders, a gaudy statistic that not only illustrates the untaboo-ing of gambling on sports but also places Colorado in the top 10 U.S. sports betting markets. Considering our smallish population compared with other powerhouses such as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Illinois, it’s reasonable to ask what has made the local market so successful—and whether that’s a good thing. “First, a relatively low tax rate of 10 percent is a huge reason why so many sportsbooks come to Colorado,” says Ian St. Clair, an analyst for playcolorado.com, which covers the state’s online gambling industry. “Second, Colorado has a massive betting catalog, meaning people can bet on everything under the sun.”
Dan Hartman, director of the Colorado Division of Gaming, agrees that the robust catalog—which allows bettors to put money on in-state college sports, even though some other states disallow it—has made for good business, but he also believes the decision to introduce mobile sports betting was a fortuitous break. “We launched two months into the pandemic,” Hartman explains. “There were no major sports being played, and no one was going to casinos. Being able to bet on, say, Croatian table tennis from an iPhone positioned us well.”
were watching. The kid shook his head and then said, “Nah. I didn’t put money on any of these games, but I do a lot of late-night betting online—usually on Korean baseball.”
Until five years ago, no one outside of a Las Vegas casino could’ve uttered that statement—unless they were illegally placing bets with a bookie or through offshore sportsbooks. But when the Supreme Court overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) in 2018, the ruling allowed states beyond Nevada to determine whether and how to legalize and regulate sports betting. After Colorado voters approved Proposition DD in November 2019, the first wagers were placed in May 2020.
Since the end of stay-athome orders, in-person betting at retail sportsbooks in Black Hawk, Central City, Cripple Creek, and at tribal casinos in southwestern Colorado has been available, but roughly 98 percent of all sports bets in Colorado are still made online. This should come as no surprise to those who’ve seen former Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning’s commercials for Caesars Sportsbook, which is just one of the 23 online betting shops currently tapping into Centennial Staters’ irrational hopes and disposable incomes.
Although the $10 billion handle over the past three years suggests Coloradans have generally welcomed sports betting into their ever-growing pantheon of formerly illegal vices, there are those who see the easy access to and vigorous marketing of online gambling as a statewide addiction problem in the making. “The approach in
Colorado was to launch as quickly as possible and build a competitive market,” says Keith Whyte, executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling.
“The issue is that sports betting is an addictive product, and Colorado didn’t put in infrastructure to combat the possibilities of harm.”
In 2022, the Colorado Division of Gaming and the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado began to remedy that situation by helping engineer a bill that would fund responsible gambling programs in the state. House Bill 22-1402, which was signed into law last June, allows state and local governments, and some nonprofits, to apply for grant funding to support projects—like social marketing campaigns and research studies—that would address problem gambling.
“Considering $130,000 was all that was originally allocated for problem gambling when sports betting began,” says Peggy Brown, founder and president of the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado, “the more than $2.5 million that 1402 delivered is an important step.”
The fact that our bartender divulged that he often drinks well into the night after his shift and then consults his gambling apps to see what’s live—meaning real-time games across the globe that can be bet on while they’re happening—made me loath to download any sportsbook app. His enthusiasm for putting what I imagined was good tip money on bowling didn’t help. But I ultimately signed up with DraftKings, and what I’ve learned since then—all of it downloaded in the following pages—can serve as an introduction to the hows, whys, and shouldI-reallys of sports betting for every Centennial Stater.
Determining which app you’ll like will often come down to personal preferences about the different user interfaces and what lines (or odds) the bookmakers are offering. Initially, though, look for the best offers for signing up—like new user bonuses, boosted odds, or protected bets (sometimes called free bets)—and register with a few sites to compare them. Read the fine print on how those offers work, paying attention to whether they’re attached to a required deposit and/or if bonus money is redeemable. “If you’re in no huge hurry to get started,” says playcolorado.com’s St. Clair, “wait for the beginning of the next NFL or NBA season. That’s when the bookmakers give their best sign-up deals.”
Obviously, if you’re placing an in-person sports bet at a Colorado casino, there’s no need for Big Brother to determine your location on a map. However, if you’re hoping to place bets online, Colorado sportsbook apps must run a player location check, which means when you register for an account (and log in each subsequent time), you’ll be asked to allow access to your location. Not every state allows sports betting, so your device (and therefore you) must be physically inside Colorado to place a wager.
Every app, from DraftKings to PointsBet to BetMGM, requires a minimum deposit—usually no more than $5—to get started. To do this, you’ll have to transfer money to the app from, well, wherever you hold assets. The easiest way to do this is to link your bank account to the app. Typically, you won’t even need your routing or account numbers; you’ll select your bank from a drop-down menu and use your bank login information directly on the app. In Colorado, it is also legal to use credit cards to supply your bankroll, although there are some that prohibit payments to gaming activities. PayPal, Venmo, and gift cards also work on some apps. To withdraw your winnings, you can use PayPal, Venmo, or the like to receive funds; most sportsbooks take up to 14 days to send you a check.
This is, in theory, the fun part. However, if you’re new to sports betting, the sheer number of options for what you can bet on and what types of wagers you can place can be paralyzing. You can find How To Bet guides on most apps and websites, but the best way to learn is through experience. “My advice: Use some of the freebies you get to figure things out and get comfortable with different bets, like futures and props,” St. Clair says. “This allows you to test it out with limited risk and investment.”
Not so long ago, the idea of betting on sports was scandalous. What happened?
I was born during the 1978-’79 basketball season, when the Boston College point-shaving hullabaloo happened, and I’m just old enough to remember the disgraceful end of Pete Rose’s illustrious baseball career. I was an editor at this magazine in 2007 when NBA referee Tim Donaghy pleaded guilty to betting on games in which he was officiating and making calls that affected the spread. The national indignation exhibited in the face of these wrongdoings was fervent.
As a sports fan, I’ve always wanted to believe the athletic pursuits I watch are pure and unaffected by external forces, despite that evidence—and many other instances—to the contrary. And until very recently, most Americans and a majority of professional and amateur sports leagues seemed to agree with me, wanting nothing to do with betting on sports, illegal or otherwise. In fact, during a 2012 New Jersey case—legal proceedings that ultimately overturned PASPA—NFL commissioner Roger Goodell testified that “it’s a very strongly held view in the NFL, it has been for decades, that the threat that gambling could occur in the NFL or fixing of games or that any outcome could be influenced by the outside could be very damaging to the NFL.”
So, when I logged on to my DraftKings account for the first time in January 2023, I experienced a familiar feeling: the same one I had walking into a Denver marijuana dispensary for the first time in 2012, which is to say I wasn’t sure this should be legal. Eleven years later, I still vacillate on the liberation of cannabis, and as I hit “place bet” on the College Football Playoff National Championship game, I wondered how we’ll all feel about legalized sports betting, and the road that led us here, a decade from now.
1992
President George H.W. Bush signs PASPA, which outlaws sports gambling in states that did not already have laws allowing it, notably Nevada.
1931 Nevada legalizes gambling, including wagering on sports.
1975
The first sportsbook opens inside a Las Vegas casino.
2006
President George W. Bush signs the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, a response to the proliferation of online poker and casino games. The act, however, makes an exception for fantasy sports, declaring them skill-based and not games of chance. The daily fantasy industry, which essentially allows betting on individual players but not on the outcomes of games, is born.
2012 DraftKings launches.
1990s
Although fantasy football has been around since the 1960s, the growth of the internet leads to a massive expansion in fantasy leagues.
2018
In May, the Supreme Court overturns PASPA.
2009
In March, New Jersey files its first federal lawsuit to overturn PASPA, arguing the law violates the 10th Amendment’s protection against federal anti-commandeering laws.
In July, FanDuel is founded as a daily fantasy sports provider.
2014
Estimates suggest more than 40 million Americans play fantasy sports.
Shortly thereafter, FanDuel and DraftKings, the two largest fantasy league operators, announce their intent to enter the sports betting market in states that legalize the practice.
In July, the NBA becomes the first major U.S. sports league to have an official relationship with a sportsbook operator, MGM Resorts.
2020
In May, the first sports wagers are placed in Colorado, which is the 19th state to give sports betting the green light.
In September, the University of Colorado Boulder signs a first-inNCAA-history sponsorship deal with PointsBet sportsbook, which is headquartered in Denver.
2021
The NFL signs partnerships with Caesars Entertainment, DraftKings, and FanDuel.
Delaware becomes the first state to legalize sports betting after PASPA falls.
2023
More than 50 million Americans are projected to wager more than $16 billion on Super Bowl LVII.
Sports betting has a language all its own. We’ve got the important translations for squares** below.
The betting lines set by bookmakers; American odds are based on favorites and underdogs. Favorites are denoted by a minus symbol (-) attached to a number. The higher that number is, the better the chance the favorite will win. Underdogs are denoted by a plus symbol (+) attached to a number. The higher the number, the larger the underdog. American odds use a baseline value of $100. For favorites, gamblers are always risking their money to win $100; with underdogs, a bettor risks $100 to win the number set in the line. Keep in mind that you don’t always have to wager $100; if you bet more or less, the wager is scaled up or down accordingly.
MONEYLINE
POINT SPREAD
A straight-up bet in which a sports gambler tries to predict the outright winner
Let’s say the lowly CSU Rams (+110) play Coach Prime’s CU Buffs (-110) and you place a moneyline bet on the underdog to win—and they actually do—that means your wager of $100 won you $110 (reminder: you get to keep your original wager). If you place a straight-up bet on the Buffs to win—and they do—then your wager of $110 brought home $100 (plus, you get your $110 back).
If the inept Denver Broncos (-110) were playing the equally pitiful Las Vegas Raiders (+110) at Empower Field, a bettor might take the underdog Raiders to win. If the Raiders win by any margin, a bettor who put $100 on the silver and black would win $110.
Odds posted on a game that are designed to level the playing field. Favorites are listed with a negative (-6.5) point spread, while the underdog is given a head start with positive (+6.5) odds.
OVER/UNDER
How many total goals/points/runs will be scored by both teams in a game.
If the Denver Nuggets (-6.5) are favored to beat the Golden State Warriors (+6.5) and a bettor picks Denver to cover the spread, then Nikola Jokic & Co. must beat Stephen Curry and the rest of the defending champions by at least seven points for the bettor to have a winning ticket.
If the Stanley Cup Champion Avs are playing the Detroit Red Wings and the game total is set at 6.5, wagerers must decide if they think the teams will combine to score over or under seven goals.
PARLAY
PROPOSITION (PROP) BET
A single bet that consists of two or more sides, or legs. Each side must win to deliver a winning ticket. Because these bets are riskier, they have higher payouts.
You could bet $100 that the bad news Rockies (+150) will beat the favored Padres (-185) and another $100 that the underdog Arizona Diamondbacks (+130) will fall to the LA Dodgers (-155). If you wager on moneyline bets, you’ll earn $215 or so if both hit. If, however, you parlay them, your odds jump to +311—meaning, your initial $200 bet could turn into $823. But if one leg fails, the whole bet fails.
Special wagers—typically on the occurrence or nonoccurrence during a game of an event that may not directly affect the match’s final outcome—that are offered on most sporting events (but not on collegiate sports in the state of Colorado).
Everyone knows you can put money on the NBA and the NFL, but Colo rado’s betting catalog is vast. There are dozens of leagues—here at home and across the globe—to wager on, if you can find sportsbooks that are accepting those bets. (Hint: Many of them do.) If 5280 were a bookmaker, we might specialize in the…uh…less mainstream sports. Depending on the time of year,* your bet slips could include wagers on these pursuits.
International Biathlon Union World Championships
World Snooker Tour –Snooker Shoot Out
Badminton Asia mixed team badminton
Australian Football League
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship
American Ultimate Disc League
World Rowing Federation University Boat Race (England)
Women’s Superpesis –Pesäpallo (Finland)
Mixed Martial Arts Bellator Paris
Call of Duty League
Pro Bull Riding World Finals
League (Japan)
National Rugby League (Australia)
Professional Bowlers Association bowling
World Aquatics Championships water polo
AVP Gold Series beach volleyball
America’s Cup sailing
Women’s Americas Winners Cup beach soccer
WPA U.S. Open Pool Championship
American Cornhole League Open Series
U.S. ProMiniGolf Association Master’s
Champions Chess Tour Playoffs and Finals
World Jai Alai League
PDC Darts Championship
*Event and season dates change from year to year; these are approximations
5280 spoke with DraftKings’ director of race and sportsbook operations about what differentiates Colorado’s sports betting landscape, tips for novice gamblers, and how sports betting can appeal to more than just sports nuts.
Which sports do Coloradans like to bet on most? For the 2021-’22 fiscal year, the Colorado Division of Gaming reported a handle of roughly $4.8 billion. If you’re thinking that, like, $4.7 billion of that was plunked down on the NFL (as in, the Broncos definitely won’t cover the spread), well, you’d be wrong. With $1,197,704,193 in wagers, the NBA trounced the No Fun League by $429,091,748 in bets. What other sports did Centennial Staters put money on? We break it down.
who’s been in Las Vegas since 1979 view gambling?
Johnny Avello: It’s entertainment. In Vegas, it’s always been about table games and keno and slots—and the vibe. In 2018, I went to DraftKings, which doesn’t have brick-and-mortar casinos but offers the easiest way to be entertained: online in approved states.
DraftKings has been operating in the Centennial State since day one of sports betting here—why?
Mobile betting is great for Coloradans. You don’t have to battle the snow or I-70 to get to the casinos. But more than that, Colorado is a unique state in that it has big-name sports teams and a great sports culture. People like to bet on the home teams, and because Colorado allows betting on college teams, there are a lot of teams to follow. Plus, the state of Colorado has taken an aggressive approach by having a large catalog, so it doesn’t miss out on handle.
Did Coloradans bet on the Avalanche this past season?
Oh, yeah. The Avs weren’t a long shot, but they were bet heavily in Colorado. That was a loss for us in the state of Colorado, but in New York they were betting on the
Rangers and Islanders, so it all balances out.
With sports betting only being legal for three years, we’re all pretty much newbies. Got any advice?
It’s OK to download the app and just peruse. It doesn’t mean you should be betting right away. Take time to understand what it all means. Do some research. If I were a newbie, I’d stick with the basics. Take Team A versus Team B and either do a moneyline bet, a bet on the spread, or a total-points-scored wager. Those are the three core bets, and they are easy to learn and understand. Something that’s also easy and fun is a futures bet, where you bet on which team is going to win, say, the World Series before the season even begins.
Sports betting doesn’t have to just be about big-time sports. It can also be about cornhole and table tennis. But I think it can expand beyond that. The Oscars are a perfect example. You can’t do this in Colorado yet, but since 2019, DraftKings has been taking bets on the Academy Awards in certain states. You know what we’ve noticed? More females sign up to play.
One sports fan’s hot take on pocket gambling.
Russ, if you’re reading this, thank you. Or perhaps Coach Hackett is more deserving of my gratitude. If I were a linemaker (I’m not), I’d say the odds on which man was my rainmaker were close to even all season long: Russell Wilson at -110 and Nathaniel Hackett at +110.
Why? Because rule number one among recreational, small-time sports gamblers like me is to bet against your team, which was easy with Russ “reading” defenses and Hackett calling plays in the red zone. That way, the theory goes, you’ll always win—either in your bank account or in the final box score, which may as well be your heart. I would take a Denver Broncos win any day, in any circumstance, but barring that, a little pad in my wallet softens the blow. This past season, the Broncos were one of the worst-performing teams in the NFL (five wins, 12 losses), but they were particularly dreadful when Vegas favored them to win: When expected to beat their opponent, the Broncos only won three times, compared with five losses, and only once—once!—did they cover the spread. Against the spread, the Broncos were 1-6-1 (or one success, six failures, and
one push, essentially a tie where wagers are returned).
That’s a lot of gambling gobbledygook, but here’s something more straightforward: When the Broncos were predicted to win this year, I bet on them to lose. And because of this rudimentary metric, my personal shopping line item in our monthly household budget ballooned quite favorably. New Nikes, an Arc’teryx hard shell, and Christmas presents were all paid for from winnings during the woeful stretch between October 2 and December 11, when the Broncos bested their opponent only once.
Such an easy-to-follow pattern is rare in sports gambling—for me, anyway. I typically place two or three bets per week, and except for the windfall from Russ & Co., I’ve been winning and losing the same $200 for about a year. My wagers are small—usually between $5 and $50—and only sometimes based on more than gut instinct and whatever I’ve read in the 24-hour news cycle while scrolling sports Twitter alongside everyone else.
Before betting was legalized in Colorado, which brought the BetMGM sportsbook to my pocket, I was an irregular bettor. On trips to Lake Tahoe to visit family and friends, I’d sometimes swing through Reno, Nevada, and blow a small amount set aside for the occasion, usually on NFL futures (e.g., wagering in, say, September on who might win the Super Bowl), college football bowl games, or March Madness. I’ve always been a sports fan, and my trips to the Grand Sierra resort and casino were born of that persuasion. Watching sports is fun, and correctly predicting their outcomes is even more so.
When I began betting online in Colorado, it was much the same: Posting up with friends at the Dark Horse in Boulder on an NFL Sunday with wings and pitchers of Banquet is a good time, even if the Broncos are finding a new way to lose to the anemic Jets. It’s even better if I’ve somehow correctly predicted Zach Wilson’s triumph over hapless Denver and can offer to buy the next round.
The thing is, though, it’s never been about making money. Beer money, sure; monthly bills, no. I do have well-intentioned, selfimposed rules in an attempt to not lose money. No live betting. Never take a running back prop; never pick the away team in NBA basketball; never be seduced by a college football spread. Also: Don’t bet on baseball.
As you can imagine, each maxim is often the result of more than a few straight losses. But because I am the arbiter of my own rules, I tend to move the goal posts with abandon. My only constant is this: I always bet against what I want to happen. Money can’t buy happiness, but in my experience, I tend to break even. —MAREN
HORJUSDisordered gambling is a diagnosable addiction and a known danger to public health—a threat Colorado has long ignored. That may be changing, but there’s a lot of catching up to do.
7,121
$130,000
Amount lawmakers allocated annually for problem gambling when Proposition DD passed in 2019.
~$2.5 MILLION
Amount that HB 1402 began providing to fight problem gambling in 2023.
$1,107,700
Amount, allocated by the Responsible Gaming Grant Program in February, given to the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado (PGCC) to expand programming at its new Lakewood Problem Gambling Coalition Center of Colorado, work with third parties on gambling behavior research, and hire staff for a program to spread awareness of problem gambling on college campuses.
$464,265
Combined amount, allocated by the Responsible Gaming Grant Program in February, given to the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health and the Kindbridge Research Institute to fund research on problem gaming in Colorado and to do a review of gambling treatment quality and availability in Colorado, respectively.
Calls the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado received in 2022 to its hotline (303-662-0772), a 45 percent increase since 2020.
128,000
Coloradans, according to National Council on Problem Gambling estimates, who likely suffer from problem gambling.
225%
Increase in texts, from the beginning of sports betting in 2020 through 2022, sent to the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado.
~600
Inpatient treatment centers dedicated to gambling addiction in Colorado.
People on Colorado’s voluntary self-exclusion list, which right now only works for brick-and-mortar casinos and has been managed by the PGCC for 17 years. This number does not include anyone who has signed up to be similarly barred from online betting through the state’s online sportsbooks in the past three years. Right now, bettors must sign up to self-exclude with each individual app.
More months the Colorado’s Division of Gaming estimates it will need to combine, digitize, and automate the casino self-exclusion list with the sportsbooks’ lists. The division will need to ensure that casinos are abiding by the list but also that the 23 online sportsbooks are complying with HB 1402, which requires them to do so now, too.
Dan Trolaro knows the hallmarks of problem gambling, because he exhibited all of them. The 47-yearold vice president of prevention for United Kingdom–based Epic Risk Management, which helps organizations—such as the NCAA, pro sports leagues, the armed services, and insurance companies—reduce the effects of gambling-related harm, lied, didn’t pay his bills, got restless when he wasn’t gambling, performed poorly at work, talked constantly about odds, had to bet more and more money to get a dopamine rush, and couldn’t stop wagering even when the consequences were dire. “My story is extreme,” says Trolaro, who’s working with the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado on its program to spread awareness of problem gambling on college campuses. “Not everyone ends up embezzling money to gamble and gets sent to prison for four years like I did, but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. That’s why I’m a big believer in telling my story, helping people see the warning signs, and prevention.”
A Greeley man* explains, in his own words, how turning 21 quickly turned into a massive financial deficit.
Growing up in Broomfield, I liked sports as much as the next guy. I even played a little football in high school. Back then, it wasn’t like I was watching games all day long, every day. But then online sports betting became legal here, and I turned 21 and downloaded DraftKings. Then it was like I had to bet on every game. The apps are so convenient. Too convenient, really.
NBA, MLB, UFC—it didn’t matter what was on during the day. Then, at night, I’d be jonesing for more betting. If
I stopped, my brain chemicals would get low; it was like doing a drug all day and all night. I was betting on stuff I wouldn’t normally care about. I’d look up whatever was “live now” and put money on things like Korean baseball. My true degeneracy really came through when I started betting on Russian pingpong. The amount of money I’ve lost on that is staggering—in the thousands.
I work at the front desk of a hotel making less than $30,000 a year. Recently, it’s
not been uncommon for me to lose half of my paycheck to sports betting. Everyone in my life says I’ve gotta quit. But it’s hard. Winning is exciting, and losing gives you a rush, too, because now you have to gamble more to get back to financial normalcy, which I’ve slowly realized is not true or possible. My friends know it’s bad, but my mom is really the only person who knows how bad it is. She has the means to bail me out, but she refuses to, which I get.
Not too long ago, I got a paycheck and then gambled 90 percent of it away within two days. Now, I’m three months behind on rent, my credit card is maxed out, I have no car insurance. I’m in a huge financial hole. I’ve been wanting to quit for months, but it’s so hard.
In January, I called the Problem Gambling Coalition of Colorado and asked to fill out a self-exclusion form, essentially paperwork given to casinos so they won’t let a person gamble. I was under the impression that this form would mean I wouldn’t be able to gamble online, but that’s not the case. Right now, it only works for brick-andmortar casinos. Those aren’t my problem. It’s the apps. And the promotions. I like FanDuel’s free bets and deposit matches—I just can’t stay away from them. Honestly, it’s difficult to get away from sports betting because every sporting event on television has commercials for it. Kinda makes me sick to see Kevin Hart, who probably doesn’t even gamble, make money while people like me only lose money. They can’t do ads like that for cigarettes because they’re addictive. Well, this is addictive, too. —AS TOLD TO LBK
*Name withheld
Sports betting today isn’t like it used to be. Before 2018, you had to hop a flight to Vegas, and you probably used actual cash. “In other words, there were some limiting factors then,” says John Bundrick, a certified gambling counselor who worked in Colorado from 2016 until early 2023. “Now, the big phenomena are that money is digital and instantly depositable, and betting online means you can do it all day from your phone with no breaks.” Gambling, Bundrick says, has always been called the hidden addiction, because it’s difficult to see that someone is losing money. “The difference in treating disordered gambling now in Colorado,” he says, reiterating that 98 percent of sports betting in the state is done online, “and treating it before May 2020—it’s two different worlds. You simply can’t get away from it.”
THEN IT WAS LIKE I HAD TO BET ON EVERY GAME. THE APPS ARE SO CONVENIENT. TOO CONVENIENT, REALLY.
A controversial partnership born in 2020 between the University of Colorado Boulder and PointsBet blurred the boundaries between college-age audiences and sports betting. The deal dissolved in March, but not before some lessons were learned.
If you walked through Balch Fieldhouse and into the bleachers at Folsom Field during the past two football seasons, you saw them: PointsBet advertisements. They were on the scoreboard, on the sidelines, on the Jumbotron.
The marketing bonanza began almost three years ago when CU Boulder signed a muchtalked-about, five-year, $1.6 million deal with PointsBet, a sportsbook launched in Australia in 2017 that opened its U.S. headquarters in Denver in September 2021. From day one, the deal was under near-constant investigation, by everyone from the National Council on Problem Gambling to CU’s own Intercollegiate Athletics Committee
Local media was all over it, too, as were the New York Times and Sports Illustrated, among other national outlets. The criticism was multipronged, but it had one clear through line: College-age kids are a vulnerable demographic, and experts said that neither PointsBet (which declined to comment for this article) nor CU Boulder took appropriate measures to protect them from the downsides of gambling. “Young male adolescents are more at risk,” says certified gambling counselor Bundrick. “They’re competitive, impulsive, and with the popularity of gaming, they have been exposed at a young age to loot boxes, where there’s an element of chance and intermittent reinforcement. Plus, they have a digital relationship to money.” In other words, some college-age males—and probably females, too—may have a predisposition to gambling addiction, especially if the user interface feels a lot like the video games they’re used to and the tangibility
Although several universities across the country ultimately followed in CU Boulder’s footsteps and signed lucrative deals with sportsbooks, the Buffs broke the trail. “When you’re the first into the breach,” says CU Boulder’s chief spokesperson, Steve Hurlbert, “there’s added scrutiny. The media attention did not end; it was ceaseless. That was unique.” Still, Hurlbert says the deal showed innovative thinking that the university is proud of. “We have no regrets,” he says. “It was a novel, ambitious, and creative partnership.”
of money is nonexistent. As such, experts say college campuses are no place for sports betting sponsorships.
On March 28, roughly 24 hours before CU Boulder and PointsBet released a joint statement ending their partnership, the American Gaming Association (AGA), a national trade group for the U.S. casino industry, agreed with said experts and released a new marketing code that prohibits its members from entering into the kind of deal CU and PointsBet pioneered. PointsBet is not a member of the AGA, and multiple sources said the AGA code change—which garnered national attention—had no bearing on the talks between the sportsbook and the university. Regardless, amid all the chatter, the two entities decided the agreement had run its course—and would not provide details explaining why. CU Boulder, for its part, says it has certainly learned some things over the past three years.
Critics panned the deal for providing no funding to address problem gambling on campus and said a referral fee—the school received $30 for every person who signed up using a CU promo code—actually encouraged gambling on campus. The money from the fee was initially meant to address campuswide gambling harms and DEI initiatives, but the funds were insufficient. The paltry $1,830 was instead used for in-stadium problem gambling awareness signs. “Certainly our intent was broader,” Hurlbert says, “and we wish the funding had been there to do more.”
The $1.6 million that CU received from PointsBet went to facilities and other resources for student-athletes. “In that sense,” Hurlbert says, “the deal was a normal and beneficial marketing sponsorship.” In other ways, the partnership was singular. Built into the contract were ancillary perks that Hurlbert says were super popular with student-athletes. “PointsBet was at our job fair last year,” Hurlbert says. “There were also internships and career development opportunities with PointsBet that focused on analytics and computer science.”
There’s at least one other reason— beyond the hope of winning—to feel good about sports betting.
Whether you bet on the Broncos to win or against the Avs in the Stanley Cup Finals, the dough you handed to the house wasn’t a complete loss. In the Centennial State, the majority of tax funds from sports betting go to the Colorado Water Plan, a project born in 2015 to address the state’s myriad water challenges. “What most people don’t know,” says Lauren Ris, deputy director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB), which manages the plan’s framework, “is that the Colorado Water Plan never had a permanent funding stream until sports betting was legalized.”
That means in a water-constrained state that’s been experiencing a megadrought since 2000, a plan meant to support statewide water projects that would provide multiple benefits to the state’s H2O users didn’t have a steady source of income to provide the grants it was built to help deliver. “As you can imagine,” Ris says, “it’s exciting to have the sports betting tax dollars.”
Colorado’s 10 percent tax on sports betting is among the lowest in the country—a calculated but criticized move that has lured a legion of sportsbooks to the state—but with the passing of House Bill 22-1402 last summer, the Colorado Water Plan is expected to see an increased purse. The law, which took effect on January 1, reduced
$24M
Amount in taxes on sports betting that’s expected to be allocated to the state in 2022-’23, much of which will go to the Colorado Water Plan
tax write-offs for sportsbooks, and, according to the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSB), should garner the state $24 million for fiscal year 2022-’23, up from $12.4 million the previous year. The OSB estimates the number will rise to $25 million next year.
The CWCB has already awarded grants, partially funded by early sports betting tax dollars, to support a training program on conservation- and efficiency-oriented irrigation for farmers in eastern Colorado and a research project into the potential water conservation benefits of linking urban food policies and programs with rural communities. “Water projects cost money just like anything else,” Ris says. “This has been a really big deal for us.”
The Sky Ute SportsBook app is one of a kind. Here’s why.
In a market full of big names like Caesars, FanDuel, and BetMGM, Sky Ute SportsBook is nearly anonymous. Its three-year-old mobile app isn’t as polished as SISportsbook’s and doesn’t offer the kickbacks and free play you’ll find with DraftKings. But that’s exactly what makes it stand out, in what some might consider a charming way. Well, that and the fact that it’s the only tribe-owned sportsbook app in the state.
Operated by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe since 1993, Sky Ute Casino Resort has long had slots, craps, blackjack, roulette, and even bingo, but when Colorado legalized sports betting in November 2019, Sky Ute had a mobile sportsbook ready to go within seven months. In fact, the casino’s app started taking wagers 10 months before Sky Ute’s retail sports lounge, located near Ignacio in south-central Colorado, even opened. “With COVID-19,” says David Oelschlaeger, the casino’s director of interactive gaming, “we were uncertain when or if a retail sportsbook was going to be possible, so we knew the app was the thing. This was our opportunity to think outside traditional norms and take care of our customer base.”
It wasn’t easy, though. Oelschlaeger says the technology necessary for an app far exceeded his training, which he jokes ended in the Etch A Sketch era. “The geolocation setup, the financial part with banks, the regulations we had to comply with, and the platform itself, plus the day-to-day selection of lines,” he says, “it was a lot.” It was, however, worth it. Ever since then, Oelschlaeger says, Sky Ute has been hiring new employees and expanding its offerings. But, he says, the reason Coloradans might want to consider placing bets with Sky Ute is because it’s not one of the big guys. “We’re the mom and pop shop amongst the Walmarts,” he says. “To us, you aren’t just some name or number on a giant spreadsheet.”
Odds are that these areas represent the future of sports betting in Colorado.
Determining whether the next drive will end in a touchdown or if a team will stage a come-frombehind victory while games are being played is what in-game wagering is all about. “Live betting means sportsbooks can get further engagement during a game,” says playcolorado.com’s St. Clair, “instead of just relying on traditional bets that happen before games.” Live betting is trending up, and it’s available for a variety of sports, even fast-paced ones like table tennis, but industry insiders say the NBA, NFL, pro soccer, tennis, and MLB offer the most predictability. Predictability is relative, but St. Clair suggests that MLB is great for live betting. “The biggest reason why baseball is the best is the speed of the game, though the new pitch clock may change that,” St. Clair says. “Still, compared with basketball and hockey, you have a little more time to place your bet…. One [of the] most popular is the result of the next at-bat.” St. Clair also offers this tip: Given the delay on the broadcast, bettors should place their next at-bat bets during commercial breaks. The sportsbooks constantly update their odds from pitch to pitch, and they have a massive advantage given that delay. You could be eight seconds behind a pitch, and the batter may have already flied out as you’re locking in your bet. During commercials, the books no longer have that edge.
Online sports betting has roots in fantasy sports, and that provenance means those who have a knack for drafting so-called studs can choose wagers where their instinct and vast knowledge base may give them an advantage. “Right now, we are seeing the emergence of props and parlays,” St. Clair says. “Those bets will overtake moneyline and total points bets because fantasy players are realizing their research transfers well to those bets.” Numbers from the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association back up the predicted
If digital sportsbooks aren’t your jam, these Colorado brick-and-mortar casinos are an analog’s best bet.
increase: 81 percent of fantasy players bet on sports in 2022, up from 78 percent in 2018. Still, St. Clair says the detailed spreadsheets fantasy players are known for will only help so much. “Parlays really are the worst bets,” he says. “That’s why sportsbooks push them. Props, like total yards or touchdowns, are better.”
If fantasy leagues were the precursors to sports betting, then sports betting is the harbinger of online casinos. Right now, games you’d see at
brick-and-mortar casinos, like roulette, blackjack, and slots, are currently illegal to play online in Colorado. But with iGaming (because, of course, that’s what they’re calling it) already available in Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, the next frontier in online wagering is expected to begin rolling out across the nation—and potentially coming to Colorado—in the near future. “The industry is really only getting started,” St. Clair says. “Sports betting is still new, but online casinos are coming soon. It’s just the next logical step.”
Ameristar Black Hawk
The 24-foot video wall, 13 betting kiosks, and 29 high-def TVs give this retail sportsbook a suitable man cave vibe.
Bally’s Black Hawk Casino
DraftKings is one of the biggest players in the online sports betting world—and its retail location in Black Hawk feels about as grand as you’d expect it to be.
The Lodge Casino
It’s hard to duplicate Nevada vibes in Black Hawk, but SuperBook Sports is like a small (OK, very small) version of what you’ll find in Sin City. m
A community of freelance truckers known as transmigrantes deliver used cars and other goods from the United States to Central America. When one of them got kidnapped, an international investigation shifted uncomfortably close to home.
By Chris Walker / illustration by hokyoung kim
It was one of the few things Orlando León could hear his captors arguing about through the sound of rain pounding on a metal roof in Guatemala. From where he sat with his hands bound in front of him and a hood pulled over his head, he wondered the same thing: How was he still alive? And how long had he been sitting there?
A metallic taste filled Orlando’s mouth as blood dripped from the gums where his top four front teeth had once been. It was difficult to see anything through the hood, but Orlando knew he was in a cemetery. Before his kidnappers had shoved him inside a small building, he’d been able to make out the silhouettes of gravestones and crosses when flashes of lightning illuminated them against the dark backdrop of the jungle. Judging from other stories he’d heard about kidnappings in Guatemala, he figured his abductors had already dug an unmarked grave for him.
“What do you want from me?” Orlando asked.
“Shut up, you son of a bitch,” one of the captors said.
The other men inside the room continued arguing in hushed tones before appearing to come to an agreement. Orlando could hear them rustling around. “Use these,” one of them said amid the beeps of cell phones being turned off and on. “They could be tracking us.” Then, before using one from what Orlando presumed to be a bag full of burner phones, the men demanded a number from him.
Thousands of miles away in Aurora, Sylvia Galván Cedillo’s cell lit up with a call from an unknown number in Guatemala. It was October 19, 2014, and it had been almost 12 hours since relatives in Guatemala alerted her that a group of men had snatched her husband from the streets of his ancestral village of Aldea Zarzal. Since then, her house had sounded like an emergency call center. Sylvia and her daughter, 28-year-old Alondra León, tried to find out more about who Orlando had recently been in contact with. And her sons, Chris and Elvis León, then 27 and 30 years old, respectively, had reported the kidnapping to the Aurora Police Department—although, according to the family, Aurora PD failed to take a report once it heard the incident was in Guatemala. Officers instructed them to contact the FBI.
So, the family turned to other officials, including the FBI (who the family says advised them to file a report online but declined to get involved right away), as well as the Guatemalan consulate in Denver, Guatemala’s national police, and local police in the Zacapa region of Guatemala where Orlando had last been seen. After Sylvia saw the unknown number on her screen, she answered uneasily.
“Call the police again and we’ll kill your husband,” a man said. A jostling sound obscured the other end of the line before Sylvia heard a familiar voice. “Stop asking around about these guys,” Orlando said to his wife. “Just do what they say!”
Before hanging up, the callers said they’d be in touch. Now the León family felt even more unsettled. How had the kidnappers known they’d been calling police in Guatemala? Later, the family would speculate that alerting both the local and national police put enough pressure on Orlando’s captors to save his life, but in the panic of that day, it seemed that any move might be the difference between life and death. Sylvia couldn’t make sense of it. Why had Orlando been kidnapped? Her husband had simply made a routine trip down to Guatemala to sell used cars from America like he had dozens of times before.
Another call came in after midnight in Colorado. This time, the kidnappers issued instructions: Orlando could live, and they would spare his Guatemalan relatives as well, if Sylvia deposited $7,000 into a specified bank account at Wells Fargo. Sylvia and her son, Elvis, say they didn’t question the request and remember going to a Wells Fargo branch on a Monday morning to pay the ransom.
The promise of the money compelled his captors to let Orlando go free, but while Sylvia and Elvis were at the bank, something else happened: As Sylvia gave a female bank teller the account number, Sylvia divulged that the deposit was a ransom payment. Sylvia asked the teller if she would be willing to share the name and address of the account holder. The bank teller initially declined and cited a privacy policy. But after Sylvia shared details of the family’s plight, the Wells Fargo employee, according to Sylvia and Elvis, discreetly turned her computer screen around so that it faced the mother and son. “This money isn’t going to Guatemala,” the teller said.
Elvis’ and Sylvia’s eyes went wide as they realized their money was being routed to a bank account in the Denver metro area. They weren’t sure yet, but it occurred to them that it was possible Orlando had been kidnapped by associates of the very people who’d hired him to transport cars from Colorado to Guatemala.
DRIVE ALONG THE HIGHWAYS of south Texas, or in Mexico’s eastern states of Tamaulipas, Veracruz, and Tabasco, and they’re hard to miss: caravans of used passenger vehicles, usually old pickup trucks, heading southbound toward Central America. Oftentimes, the used autos are piled high with secondhand goods, such as washing machines and motorbikes, and they’re typically
hauling a second passenger vehicle behind them with torn pieces of duct tape spelling out “In Tow” on a rear hitch or window. The drivers of these vehicles are transmigrantes, a term derived from a special visa program that the Mexican government devised to allow goods and vehicles to move overland from the United States to Central America along designated highways and without drivers having to pay high import-export fees.
According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the idea behind the program was to allow families in the United States to move—or transmigrate—across Mexico to Central America while not imposing heavy customs duties on items they brought along with them. Other times, individuals from the United States use the visa to personally transport goods (which they’re not allowed to sell in Mexico) to family members in Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, often during the holiday season. Over the past three decades, though, an entire industry of freelance
truckers has arisen around the program and its tax loopholes.
Like many who fall into the transmigrante trade, Enrique Orlando León has Central American roots. A skilled auto mechanic, Orlando grew up in rural Guatemala, moved to the United States in the 1970s, and met his wife, Sylvia, in Los Angeles, where they had three children. In 1995, the family of five moved to Colorado’s Front Range to escape their gang-troubled neighborhood in Southern California.
It was not long afterward that Orlando—now 67 years old, with saltand-pepper hair often hidden beneath a baseball cap—attended an auto auction in Highlands Ranch, where he met a man who described how he’d been transporting used cars he bought in Colorado to Central America. To cut down on customs fees, the man explained, he’d been using Mexico’s transmigrante program—and was generating handsome profits by selling the vehicles in Guatemala. “You can earn 100 percent returns,” the man told Orlando. “Even up to 200 percent, depending on the type of vehicle.”
Intrigued, Orlando checked out the man’s claims. Not only was it completely legal to use the transmigrante program in this way, Orlando learned, but it was also a classic arbitrage scenario, the term economists use when the same item has different prices in separate markets. Certain types of cars were in much higher demand in Guatemala, with price tags significantly elevated over their counterparts in the United States.
And the most sought-after vehicles of all? Toyota pickup trucks—especially Tacomas—which farmers in Guatemala like to use to move materials up and down steep rural roads. “Back then [in the ’90s and 2000s], if you found a used Toyota pickup here for $900,” Orlando says, “you could sell it in Guatemala for $3,000.”
As it turned out, Orlando had inadvertently moved his family to an ideal home base for work as a Guatemala-bound transmigrante. For a while, he remembers, Colorado seemed to be a gold mine of cheap Toyota pickups, and his skills as a mechanic paid off when he bought and repaired salvage vehicles from local auto auctions such as Copart, as well as online resources like Craigslist and, later, Facebook Marketplace. With I-25 and I-70 merging in Denver, the Centennial State’s central location also makes it an ideal staging ground for local transmigrantes who make trips to fetch used vehicles in states like Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. From the start, Sylvia didn’t love her husband’s new profession. Early on, Sylvia noticed that Orlando’s profits were actually pretty
meager after factoring in what he spent on gas, motels, bribes, repairs, and flights home. “And when he left, it was always more work for me to take care of the children,” she says.
Then there were the inherent dangers of the job, which even Orlando readily lists: car accidents, highway robberies, police shakedowns, and running the gauntlet through cartel territory, which could involve payoffs or far scarier run-ins, including kidnappings. To mitigate those risks, transmigrantes stick together in caravans, and it wasn’t long before Orlando befriended other drivers in Colorado—a group he currently estimates to be about 30 strong. Among them is Jorge Reyna, who lives in Capitol Hill and has been doing transmigrante runs since 1987. Like Sylvia, Reyna points out that the financial incentives of transmigrante work don’t always justify the effort or the risk, but he has always had other reasons for doing the trips. “It’s a job that doesn’t enslave you like all those people who work five days a week, eight hours a day, in an office,” Reyna says.
Plus, Reyna explains, being a transmigrante allows Guatemalan-born men like himself and Orlando to maintain a connection with their families and ancestral homelands. “We bring things that help people in Guatemala,” Reyna says. Whenever transmigrantes deliver cars and other requested items, like televisions, washing machines, clothing, and furniture, they’re hauling away America’s detritus for a second life in Guatemala. America’s excess becomes Guatemala’s gain.
“This is a good thing for the people of Guatemala,” Reyna says. After enduring a 36-year civil war that ended in 1996 and resulted in the deaths of as many as 200,000 people, Guatemala has had to play catch-up with the economy of the modern world—and goods from America help in that process. The main problem, as Orlando and Reyna learned, is that not everyone surrounding the transmigrante trade is so noble-minded.
IN 2011, ORLANDO FELT LIKE he’d caught a break. During his decadeplus of transmigrante runs, it had always been time-consuming work finding leads on used trucks, checking under their hoods, and oftentimes losing bids for those vehicles at auctions. Cheap Toyota trucks were also becoming increasingly difficult to come by. It seemed like transmigrantes across the American West scoured the same auction sites and Facebook pages that Orlando used. Where hundreds of transmigrantes used to cross the Texas border each month in the late 1990s, now hundreds, sometimes
thousands, were doing so every week. So, when Orlando met a Guatemalan family in Colorado who wanted to hire him to move their cars and their goods, the Aurora mechanic seized the opportunity to do some contract work.
Over the next three years, Orlando estimates he did half a dozen trips as a hired hand for one family. (5280 is not naming Orlando’s employers at the request of the León family and because the individuals have not been charged with any crimes.) Orlando says he never examined the cargo in the vehicles that closely, and everything always passed inspections at the U.S.-Mexico border. “But I also never suspected anything was up,” he adds.
That would all change in September 2014, when his Colorado employers asked if he could drive a box truck full of furniture to Guatemala. Orlando initially told them he was busy; he was already planning to transport a school bus he’d bought to resell in Guatemala and had promised to drive the bus in a caravan
full of other transmigrantes, including Reyna. But when Reyna heard about his friend’s dilemma and suggested another driver that Orlando could subcontract with to drive the box truck, the Colorado employers gave Orlando the go-ahead.
Later that month, the caravan set off from the Texas border and rumbled southbound through Mexico. Before nightfall, the weather turned rainy, and as the hours stretched on, the box truck got well ahead of Orlando and Reyna. Daylight disappeared as the caravan passed the city of Naranjos in Veracruz. That’s when they saw the brake lights. The word was that there was an accident ahead—and it involved a big rig and a box truck.
By the time Orlando realized his hired driver had flipped his vehicle sideways in a drainage ditch while trying to avoid a wayward semi, Mexican police had already stuck the driver into a hospital-bound ambulance and were working to impound the damaged vehicle. Knowing the Mexican police would likely confiscate everything they could, given the opportunity, Orlando says he paid the cops $600 in cash so they wouldn’t rob the truck he was supposed to deliver to Guatemala. Still, it would take nearly four weeks for Orlando to get the box truck out of the impound lot and tow the wreckage to Guatemala.
Much to Orlando’s relief, Carlos,* the recipient of the box truck, seemed in relatively good spirits when Orlando handed it off to him near the Mexico-Guatemala border on October 13. To make up for the delay in delivery, Orlando had promised to provide a comparable box truck to make up for the damaged one,
keep the school bus he’d driven down to sell in Guatemala. Only in retrospect does it appear that some outside factor—perhaps his family’s calls to local Guatemalan police—saved him from a shallow, unmarked grave.
ORLANDO MANAGED TO ESCAPE Guatemala with his life, but now he craved justice. No sooner had he returned to Colorado than the León family began approaching numerous U.S. law enforcement agencies—and politicians. This included a second conversation with the Aurora Police Department, which did send an officer to the León home on October 26, 2014, to take a report, but only after Morgan Carroll, then a Colorado state senator, had heard about the situation and called the department to ask it to do something. Once again, Aurora Police referred the Leóns to the FBI, who the Leóns say told them that the Wells Fargo account Sylvia and Elvis had deposited money into had multiple account holders. Although the name Sylvia had written down at the bank was a person related to Orlando’s ex-employers, it would be difficult to prove in court who actually received the money. (In a statement to 5280, the FBI could not “confirm or deny” that the agency ever looked into the matter.)
Orlando then approached the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) after other Guatemalans in Denver suggested that his employers may have been involved in narco-trafficking. The DEA, according to the León family, told them two things: that the agency believed they were in imminent danger and should move,
and Carlos agreed to the transmigrante’s offer. So, when Orlando traveled six hours away from the border to stay with his sister in Aldea Zarzal, he figured the ordeal was mostly over. A few days later, however, Carlos knocked on Orlando’s sister’s front door at 8:30 a.m. and asked if Orlando had time to grab coffee with him and two of his friends.
As soon as Orlando stepped out into the street, he felt the butt of a pistol slam against his face. A villager would later find Orlando’s teeth lying in the roadside grass. It was only after the Coloradan regained consciousness and found himself in the cemetery that he began to question the legitimacy of the delivery he’d made. Had Mexican authorities, despite their assurances, stolen anything while the truck sat in impound? And what, exactly, had been inside?
Even now—years later—Orlando still hears rumors about what may have been concealed in the truck’s cargo, including guns or even up to $2 million in cash hidden inside pieces of furniture. If that much money had gone missing, though, Orlando doesn’t think he’d be alive—or that he’d have been able to negotiate his release for such a comparatively small sum. While his kidnappers originally asked for $15,000, Orlando says he negotiated it down to $7,000 by telling his captors they could
*Name has been changed due to safety concerns
and that it found Orlando’s story too suspicious to accept at face value. This included the fact that Orlando had been kidnapped by a man in Guatemala—Carlos—whom he had delivered vehicles to before and could easily identify. “They basically said that there were a lot of red flags in this story,” remembers Orlando’s son Elvis, who had begun helping his Spanish-speaking parents interface with U.S. law enforcement agencies. “The DEA said that my dad knew more than he was letting on, and unless he confessed that he was selling drugs, or moving money and guns for these guys, that they would not move forward with us.”
While the answer frustrated Orlando, who swore he had no knowledge of illegal activity before his kidnapping, the DEA’s response insulted Elvis. The now 38-year-old Army veteran had served a tour in Iraq and thought his military service would help get agencies like the DEA to take his family’s situation seriously. As Elvis saw it, his father—a permanent legal resident—was inviting powerful federal agencies to pick over the details of his life and work. Orlando himself had also told the DEA that there could’ve been contraband in the cars he’d transported from Colorado. Why, Elvis wondered, was his father being asked to confess to the very things he wanted the feds to investigate?
It would take finding an agent with personal experience investigating Guatemalan criminal activity in Colorado for Orlando to gain any traction. In 2016, after a year and CONTINUED ON PAGE 152
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Olesya Tsurkina KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Suite B 303-341-5437 mykidschoicedental.com
Terrance Wolbaum
PIONEER HILLS DENTAL 5492 S. Parker Road 303-766-8811 pioneerhillsdental.com
Eric Wolfe SUMMIT SMILES DENTAL 6240 S. Main St., Suite 260 303-627-5432 summitsmilesdental.com
John K. Zalesky
AURORA HILLS DENTAL 400 S. Potomac Way 720-707-1141 aurorahillsdental.com
Daniel J. Zeppelin
ASPENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES 2900 S. Peoria St., Unit C 303-751-3321 aspenwooddental.com
BERTHOUD Carmen L. Beckwith BERTHOUD FAMILY DENTISTRY 408 10th St. 970-532-4477 berthoudfamilydentistry.com
BOULDER Mark J. Birnbach BOULDER SMILES 1636 16th St. 303-443-4417 bouldersmiles.com
David C. Britt 4410 Arapahoe Ave., Suite 230 303-449-8165 davidbrittdds.com
Alexis Brown FAMILY HOLISTIC DENTISTRY 5250 Manhattan Circle 303-219-0499 drcarmenburke.com
Emmanuel R. De La Paz II ER DE LA PAZ DDS 3775 Iris Ave., Suite 3-A 303-442-4235
Milena Halek BROADWAY SMILES 2430 N. Broadway, Suite 101 303-786-8899 broadwaysmilesdentist.com
Jana A. Ikeda 5387 Manhattan Circle, Suite 102 303-499-0558 ikedadds.com
David P. Jackson 3393 Iris Ave., Suite 103 303-447-2872 davidjacksondds.com
Ted C. Kawulok
WHOLE FAMILY DENTISTRY 1400 28th St., Suite 4 303-442-8625 wholefamilydentistry.com
Nicole W. Kent
WHOLE FAMILY DENTISTRY 1400 28th St., Suite 4 303-442-8625 wholefamilydentistry.com
Jose Mena DENTAL AID BOULDER 4155 Darley Ave. 303-499-7072 dentalaid.org
Stephanie Nielsen NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com
Kirk Rathburn 2709 Iris Ave. 303-786-9673 rathburndental.com
Tara L. Rathburn BROADWAY SMILES 2430 N. Broadway, Suite 101 303-786-8899 broadwaysmilesdentist.com
Andrea Schmidt
AESTHETIC DENTISTRY OF BOULDER 1840 Folsom St., Suite 303 303-544-9636 aestheticdentistryboulder.com
Paul A. Sica NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com
Nicholas Sigman PERFORMANCE DENTAL CENTER 5365 Spine Road, Suite D 720-277-3925 performancedentalcenter.com
David J. Welden
NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com
Heidi Winquist 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 201 303-440-7538 heididds.com
BRIGHTON Mark S. Ehrhardt
BRIGHTON RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY 2700 E. Bridge St., Suite 101 303-659-1825 brightonrestorative.com
Jeff Poulson
POULSON FAMILY DENTAL 481 S. Eighth Ave. 303-659-1851 poulsonfamilydental.com
Jaclynn Spencer
BRIGHTON SMILES 30 S. 20th Ave., Suite D 303-659-3062 brightonsmiles.com
BROOMFIELD
Elizabeth Barbera
FLEISCHMANN FAMILY DENTISTRY 1080 U.S. 287 303-465-2341 broomfielddentistry.com
Brandi A. Bottoms
CHATEAUX FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 13606 Xavier Lane, Suite F 303-465-4500 chateauxdental.com
Kendall Burns BROADLANDS FAMILY DENTISTRY 3305 W. 144th Ave., Unit 100 303-460-8700 broadlandsfamilydental.com
David Fleischmann
FLEISCHMANN FAMILY DENTISTRY 1080 U.S. 287 303-465-2341 broomfielddentistry.com
Lee W. Gerry BROOMFIELD DENTAL CARE 13606 Xavier Lane, Suite B 303-466-7306 leewgerrydds.com
Derek G. Petersen PETERSEN FAMILY DENTISTRY 3303 W. 144th Ave., Suite 100 720-308-9798 pfamilydentistry.com
Cynthia M. Sheeks 925 Main St., Suite C 303-469-3600 cynthiasheeksdds.com
Jay D. Talbot
TALBOT DENTISTRY 925 Main St., Suite B 303-466-2221 talbotdentistry.com
CASTLE PINES
Jeff Scheich SCHEICH FAMILY DENTISTRY 250 Max Drive, Suite 202 720-733-7799 scheichfamilydentistry.com
CASTLE ROCK
Dwight Bratton CASTLE ROCK DENTAL GROUP 2356 Meadows Blvd., Suite 170-B 303-663-6030 castlerockdental.com
Kylee Brightside BRIGHTSIDE DENTISTRY 1161 S. Perry St., Suite 100 720-799-1445 brightsidedentistry.net
Aaron Goodman PRAIRIE HAWK DENTAL 3993 Limelight Ave., Unit E 303-529-2422 phawkdental.com
Brandt D. Jones OAKWOOD DENTAL 3 Oakwood Park Plaza, Suite 101 303-688-3860 castlerockdentalcenter.com
Vikash Kanchanlal SHADOW ROCK DENTISTRY 734 Wilcox St., Suite 200 303-257-8237 shadowrockdentistry.com
Sara Logan ASPEN CREEK DENTAL 4535 Milestone Lane, Suite C 303-688-9476 aspencreekdental.us
Linda Ludin CASTLE ROCK DENTAL HEALTH Two Oakwood Park Plaza, Suite 206 303-663-9600 castlerockdentalhealth.com
Michael J. Moroni MIRAGE DENTAL ASSOCIATES 85 Rio Grande Drive 720-733-3440 miragedentalassociates.com
Al Ochoa RED HAWK DENTISTRY 2240 Mercantile St., Suite 201 303-223-7885 redhawkdentist.com
Matthew R. Rolfson CASTLE PINES DENTAL CARE 250 Max Drive, Suite 203 303-331-4659 castlepinesdentalcare.com
Michael T. Rowlette CASTLE ROCK DENTAL GROUP 2356 Meadows Blvd., Suite 170-B 303-663-6030 castlerockdental.com
Jennifer Sibo PEAK VIEW DENTAL 4344 Woodlands Blvd., Suite 140 303-660-9333 peakviewdental.com
David Sugiyama CEDAR MOUNTAIN FAMILY DENTISTRY 1189 S. Perry St., Suite 250 303-688-3398 dentistcastlerock.com
Matthew O. Young
PRAIRIE HAWK DENTAL 3993 Limelight Ave., Unit E 303-529-2422 phawkdental.com
CENTENNIAL
Annette M. Alford
DRS. ALFORD, FORTI & FRIEDL 6650 S. Vine St., Suite L-20 303-795-7674 personalizingyoursmile.com
Cameron M. Auger
DR. CAMERON AUGER AND ASSOCIATES 19245 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite B 303-680-3308 cmaugerdds.com
Dawn M. Austin DOVE VALLEY DENTISTRY 15500 E. Broncos Parkway, Suite F 720-638-8131 dovevalleydentistry.com
Benjamin Bassett RIDGEVIEW DENTAL 5616 S. Gibraltar Way, Unit E 303-647-4145 ridgeview.dental
David S. Bennett SIGNATURE DENTISTRY OF CENTENNIAL 15795 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 100 303-337-1338 signaturedentistrycentennial.com
V. Landon Blatter ASPEN SPRINGS DENTAL 7940 S. University Blvd., Suite 200 303-586-7253 bestcentennialdentist.com
Soledad C. Bowers UNIVERSITY PARK DENTAL 7920 S. University Blvd., Suite 210 720-348-1772
William L. Case CASE FAMILY DENTISTRY 6025 S. Quebec St., Suite 180 720-488-6600 williamlcasedmd.com
Bart G. Christiansen CHRISTIANSEN DENTAL 9085 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 160 303-790-9323 christiansendental.net
James G. Christiansen CHRISTIANSEN DENTAL 9085 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 160 303-790-9323 christiansendental.net
Andrew C. Cote HOMESTEAD DENTAL 6990 S. Holly Circle 303-224-9400 homesteaddentalco.com
Ricardo B. DaSilva DASILVA FAMILY DENTSITRY 13111 E. Briarwood Ave., Suite 350 720-445-3775 dasilvadentistry.com
Robert D. Eto DRY CREEK FAMILY DENTISTRY 7960 S. University Blvd., Suite 201 303-770-1100 drycreekfamilydentistry.com
Tiffany L. Fritz PINEY CREEK FAMILY DENTISTRY 15430 E. Orchard Road 303-699-4822 pineycreekdental.com
Shauna L. Gilmore 6881 S. Holly Circle, Suite 206 303-225-7575 drsgilmore.com
Michael J. Harmon HARMON DENTAL 7400 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 300 303-796-7400 harmondds.com
Tony Hong CLEAR SMILE DENTAL CARE 7562 S. University Blvd., Suite J 303-770-8278 cleardentalcentennial.com
Stephen A. Hopfensperger 7200 E. Dry Creek Road, Suite A102 303-771-5076
Amanda L. Hudec
NEW DAY DENTISTRY 6834 S. Yosemite St. 303-771-7266 newdaydentistrycolorado.com
Maria S. Johnson
ARAPAHOE FAMILY DENTISTRY 6979 S. Holly Circle, Suite 225 303-779-1305 arapahoefamilydentistry.com
Phillip S. Johnson ARAPAHOE FAMILY DENTISTRY 6979 S. Holly Circle, Suite 225 303-779-1305 arapahoefamilydentistry.com
Hamid Khanjari SIGNATURE DENTISTRY OF CENTENNIAL 15795 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 100 303-337-1338 signaturedentistrycentennial.com
Jodi Lampert 8120 S. Holly St., Suite 116 303-779-8848 jodilampertdds.com
Ian W. Morse SOUTH METRO DENTISTRY 6950 S. Holly Circle, Suite 202 303-770-2252 southmetrodentistry.com
Rob C. Mullins
HIGH COUNTRY DENTAL 20250 E. Smoky Hill Road, Unit 3 303-693-5600 highcountrydentalco.com
Patricia M. Nicolosi 5161 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 310 720-488-1388 patricianicolosidds.com
Kurt E. Nielsen HOLLY DENTAL ASSOCIATES 8010 S. Holly St., Suite 100 303-694-6400 hollydental.com
William A. Pfeifer HOLLY FAMILY DENTISTRY 6979 S. Holly Circle, Suite 150 303-850-7614 centennialdentist.com
Christian D. Rippe IV RIPPE DENTAL ASSOCIATES 11837 E. Arapahoe Road 303-779-9876 drrippe.com
Landis C. Scholes HOLLY DENTAL ASSOCIATES 8010 S. Holly St., Suite 100 303-694-6400 hollydental.com
Andrew J. Schope HOMESTEAD DENTAL 6990 S. Holly Circle 303-224-9400 homesteaddentalco.com
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WHERE DO YOU DRAW INSPIRATION FROM?
My brother Ben and I came to America from Campobello di Mazara, a small town in Sicily, bringing along our cherished family recipes. Those family ties inspired Bella Italia and our diversified menu. All our sauces and pizza dough are made in house every day, the old-fashioned way, with love and attention in every detail. We are very well known for the best pizza, pasta and hand-made desserts in Denver.
ON YOUR NIGHT OFF, WHAT DO YOU EAT AND WHERE?
We enjoy being a part of the Denver food community and enjoy a range of dishes – we support local restaurants that have strong roots and those just starting out. We love Denver restaurants and like to visit a wide range of restaurants to taste new dishes and get inspired.
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As a kid, we moved around every few years which at the time felt like the end of the world, but as I grow older I’ve become someone who is almost addicted to change. I’m the type of person who puts something new on the menu and immediately starts thinking of changing another dish. As a young chef, I learned from some of the best to never stay stagnant. I am always on the pursuit to push my own boundaries. At 801 Fish we pride ourselves on the fluidity of our menu. The ability to be creative and seasonal with the menu has been an inspiration in itself.
As the Executive Chef of 801 Fish, my days off are usually spent relaxing and cooking at home. I love to keep my inspiration flowing by experimenting with new techniques and ingredients in my home kitchen, which sometimes turns into a new dish for the restaurant. The constant evolution of our menu is always on my mind, even on a day off.
I don’t think I will ever have a single dish to define me. There have been plenty of dishes that have marked important moments in my career, but they are all a part of the ever changing process of cooking. My 801 Fish favorites so far have been the Santa Barbara Uni Toast or the Bigeye Tuna Crudo!
999 17th Street Denver, CO 80202 (720) 407-3474 801FISH.COM
We draw inspiration from all forms of ethnic menus and flavors. We find ways to fuse these flavors and ideas with our concept in hopes of finding new and unique creations.
We try and frequent local mom and pop restaurants when we eat out but mostly take comfort in preparing meals at home. Sometimes being in restaurants for us can feel a bit like work.
ABOUT BLUE AGAVE
Blue Agave Grill was founded in 2014 in Old Town Fort Collins. A short couple of years later, that success led to the opening of our downtown Denver location on 16th Street Mall. We continue to adapt and present new offerings with each of our menu launches showcasing gluten free, vegan, seasonal and fun twists on traditionally made dishes. We enjoy the excitement of creating and providing offerings that fit Blue Agave’s Contemporary Southwest with a splash of Asian Fusion theme, ultimately, with the goal of enticing everyone’s palate.
Indicates a restaurant featured in 5280 for the first time (though not necessarily a restaurant that has just opened).
Indicates inclusion in 5280’s 2022 list of Denver’s best restaurants. These selections are at the discretion of 5280 editors and are subject to change
A5 Steakhouse $$$$
LoDo / Steak House The team behind Forget Me
Not and Tap and Burger offers a refreshing chophouse experience with a stellar lineup of steaks in a hip, funky bar and dining room. Reservations accepted. 1600 15th St., 303-623-0534. Dinner
African Grill & Bar $$$
Lakewood / African Head to this cheery African restaurant for fried fish, rice dishes, and friendly service. Get the vegetarian chakalaka stew. Reservations accepted. 955 S. Kipling Parkway, Lakewood, 303-985-4497. Lunch, Dinner
Annette $$$
Aurora / American Caroline Glover brings a warm dining experience to Stanley Marketplace with Annette. Enjoy a family-style menu featuring seasonal salads, toasts, and wood-grilled fare. Reservations accepted. 2501 Dallas St., Suite 108, Aurora, 720-710-9975. Dinner
Bellota $$
RiNo / Mexican This eatery serves elevated regional Mexican fare like shrimp tacos basted in butter infused with shrimp shells and the popular fried quesadilla de requesón. Also check out the Boulder location. Reservations accpeted. 3350 Brighton Blvd., 720-542-3721. Lunch, Dinner
The Bindery $$$
LoHi / Contemporary Linda Hampsten Fox’s eatery, market, and bakery offers worldly fare inspired by her travels. Settle in for the smoked rabbit pecan pie with mustard gelato. Reservations accepted. 1817 Central St., 303-993-2364. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Blackbelly $$$
Boulder / American Chef Hosea Rosenberg’s carnivore-friendly menu focuses on charcuterie, small plates, and daily butcher specials. Try the crispy pig ears with red pepper jelly and a sunnyside-up egg. Reservations accepted. 1606 Conestoga St., Boulder, 303-247-1000. Dinner
Bodega Denver $
Sunnyside / American Sandwiches reach their prime at this fast-casual restaurant. Try twists on
classics like the lamb birria French dip. Reservations not accepted. 2651 W. 38th Ave. Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
Chez Maggy $$$$
LoDo / French Acclaimed chef Ludo Lefebvre plates up Colorado-inspired French classics at this brasserie inside the Thompson Hotel. Don’t miss the expertly prepared escargot and the gluten-free crab cake bound with shrimp paste. Reservations accepted. 1616 Market St., 720-794-9544. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Comal Heritage Food Incubator $$ Globeville / International Immigrant and refugee women develop a rotating menu featuring their family recipes at this welcoming restaurant, which has a job training program established by the Focus Points Family Resource Center nonprofit. Reservations not accepted. 3455 Ringsby Court, Suite 105, 720-500-3455. Lunch
Convivio Café $
Berkeley / Cafe This bilingual cafe is named after the Guatemalan convivio, a get-together where all are welcome. Sip on spiced lattes and indulge in pastries and light lunch fare, like alfajores (dulce de leche cookies) and tostadas. Reservations not accepted. 4935 W. 38th Ave. Breakfast, Lunch
Corrida $$$$
Boulder / Spanish Housed on the rooftop level of the Pearl West building, this elegant Spanish steak house offers stunning Flatiron views and fabulous cocktails and wines. Splurge on the Japanese wagyu or opt for a regeneratively sourced steak. Reservations accepted. 1023 Walnut St., Suite 400, Boulder, 303-444-1333. Dinner, Brunch
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Daughter Thai Kitchen & Bar $$$$
LoHi / Thai This upscale Thai restaurant from Ounjit Hardacre serves beautiful dishes and inventive cocktails. Try the lychee-kissed massaman curry with Colorado lamb or the soft-shell crab larg. Reservations accepted. 1700 Platte St., Suite 140, 720-667-4652. Lunch, Dinner
Edgewater Public Market $$
Edgewater / International Satisfy your cravings from mac and cheese to Ethiopian fare at this collective of nearly two dozen food stalls and boutiques. Tenants include Black Box Bakery, Lazo Empanadas, and more. 5505 W. 20th Ave., Edgewater, 720-749-2239. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Fifth String $$$$ LoHi / American At the Fifth String, chef Amos Watts offers his seasonally inspired cooking alongside an in-house whole animal butchery program. The results, such as the beef tallow candle, are delicious and inventive. Reservations accepted. 3316 Tejon St., Suite 102, 720-420-0622. Dinner
Fruition Restaurant $$$$ Country Club / American The menu focuses on seasonal dishes that are big on flavor. Try the kohlrabi Caesar salad or fried maitake mushroom sandwich. Reservations accepted. 1313 E. Sixth Ave., 303-831-1962. Dinner
The Greenwich $$$ RiNo / Pizza Restaurateur Delores Tronco brings a slice of her favorite New York City neighborhood to RiNo at the Greenwich. Don’t miss the sourdough pizzas and inventive vegetable plates. Reservations accepted. 3258 Larimer St., 720-868-5006. Dinner
Last December, husbandand-wife duo Patrick and Lisa Balcom added Pie Dog, a primarily to-go, ghost kitchen pizza concept, to their one-anda-half-year-old restaurant called Farow in Niwot (a Boulder suburb). They fire focaccia dough made with locally milled flour in a brick oven to yield a chewy-crispy crust. Order your pie with a simple medley of Italian-imported mozzarella, pepperoni, and house-made sauce.
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• Cloud Camp
• The Ranch at Emerald Valley
• Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing Camp
EXCEPTIONAL DINING & RETAIL
• An Abundance of Distinct Restaurants, Cafés and Lounges on Property
• 19 Unique Retail Outlets
AWARD-WINNING AMENITIES
• 5-Star Spa and Fitness Center
• 2 Championship Golf Courses
• 3 Pools, including Seasonal Infinity Pool
• 5 Tennis Courts
• 3 Pickleball Courts
BOUNDLESS ADVENTURE
• All NEW Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
• The Broadmoor Seven Falls
• The Broadmoor Soaring Adventure
• Falconry Academy at The Broadmoor
• Hiking
• Mountain Biking
• Horseback Riding
• Fly Fishing
• On-Site Bowling Alley
Hudson Hill $$
Capitol Hill / American Head to this upscale-yetcasual bar for a cheese plate and crafted cocktails. Reservations not accepted. 619 E. 13th St., 303-832-0776. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Il Porcellino Salumi $$
Berkeley / Deli This market and deli strives to provide the highest-quality locally raised cured meats in Colorado. Pick a selection to-go or enjoy a fresh salumi platter or sandwich in-house. 4324 W. 41st Ave., 303-477-3206. Breakfast, Lunch
Jamaican Grille $$
Lincoln Park / Jamaican This family-owned Jamaican restaurant serves classic Caribbean-centric dishes like jerk chicken and rice and peas. Reservations accepted. 709 W. Eighth Ave., 303-6230013. Lunch, Dinner
Kachina Cantina $$$
LoDo / Southwestern This Dairy Block spot specializes in Southwestern fare like pozole. Also try the Westminster sister location, Kachina Southwestern Grill. Reservations accepted. 1890 Wazee St., 720-460-2728. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
La Diabla Pozole y Mezcal $$
Ballpark / Mexican James Beard Award finalist
Jose Avila serves up pozole and other traditional Mexican fare at this eatery. Don’t miss brunch for chilaquiles, huaraches, and a killer michelada. Reservations not accepted. 2233 Larimer St., 720-519-1060. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Lucile’s Creole Cafe $
Speer / Cajun Lucile’s offers Cajun and Creolestyle breakfasts and lunches with great service. Try the beignets. Multiple locations. 275 S. Logan St., 303-282-6258. Breakfast, Lunch
Marigold $$$
Lyons / European This small but light-filled restaurant serves seasonally driven French- and Italian-influenced fare. The rotating lobster special is a must-try. Reservations accepted. 405 Main St., Suite B, Lyons, 303-823-2333. Dinner
Misfit Snackbar $$
City Park / Contemporary Bo Porytko serves a rotating lineup of imaginative pub fare at this walkup kitchen inside Middleman cocktail bar. Try the chips and dip: smashed potatoes with an everchanging house sauce. Reservations not accepted. 3401 E. Colfax Ave., 303-353-4207. Dinner
New Saigon $$
Westwood / Vietnamese This spot serves an extensive menu featuring delicious rice paper wraps, salads, pho, seafood dishes, duck, and more. Reservations accepted. 630 S. Federal Blvd., 303-936-4954. Lunch, Dinner
Noisette $$$$
LoHi / French Chefs Tim and Lillian Lu offer refined French home-cooking comforts in a light-drenched space. Splurge on the Dover sole for two. Reservations accepted. 3254 Navajo St., Suite 100, 720-769-8103. Dinner, Brunch
Oak at Fourteenth $$$$
Boulder / Seasonal This bright space offers a diverse menu of oak-fired eats from chef Steve Redzikowski. Order the oak-roasted ocean trout or a handmade pasta dish. Reservations accepted. 1400 Pearl St., Boulder, 303-444-3622. Dinner
Osaka Ramen $$
RiNo / Japanese Jeff Osaka’s modern ramen shop features original noodle soups, bento boxes, and creative small plates. Reservations not accepted. 2611 Walnut St., 303-955-7938. Lunch, Dinner
Palenque Cocina Y Agaveria $$
Littleton / Mexican Sip on mezcals and snack on Mexican-style shrimp cocktail, queso fundido, and mini flautas at this neighborhood favorite bar and restaurant. Reservations accepted. 2609 W. Main St., Littleton, 720-928-3318. Lunch, Dinner
Pie Dog $
Niwot / Pizza This pizza concept is takeout-only except during sister restaurant Farow’s happy hour Tuesdays through Thursdays. Try the pepperoni or revolving chef’s specialty pies. 7916 Niwot Road, Niwot, 303-827-3949. Dinner
Point Easy $$$
Whittier / Seasonal This inviting eatery produces farm-to-table plates with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Start your meal with the mussels escabeche served with charred Savoy cabbage. Reservations accepted. 2000 E. 28th Ave., 303-233-5656. Dinner
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Shop a huge variety of Grown at the Gardens, Water-Smart, Plant Select ® , herbs, veggies and more! Our horticulturists will be onsite to give expert advice.
Free admission, reservations required. Reserve your spot today at botanicgardens.org.
Preview Party | May 11, 4-7:30 p.m.
Come to the Preview Party for the best selection. Enjoy first choice of plants and tasty treats. Purchase tickets online.
Q House $$ City Park / Chinese Enjoy a modern take on Chinese cuisine executed by chef Christopher Lin, an alum of Momofuku in New York City. Try the braised pork rice. Reservations accepted. 3421 E. Colfax Ave., 720-729-8887. Dinner
Redeemer Pizza $$$
RiNo / Pizza Spencer White and Alex Figura bring blistered, New York City–style sourdough pizza to RiNo. Nosh on full pies in the dining room or nab a slice from the walk-up window. Reservations accepted. 2705 Larimer St., 720-780-1379.
Roaming Buffalo Bar-B-Que $$ Rosedale / Barbecue House-smoked craft barbecue is the specialty at this laid-back spot. Innovative meats like bison back ribs and pulled Colorado lamb are available by the pound. 2387 S. Downing St., 303-722-2226. Lunch, Dinner
Safta $$$$
RiNo / Mediterranean Chef Alon Shaya serves up modern Israeli fare like lobster hummus, short-ribstuffed cabbage, and harissa chicken. Reservations accepted. 3330 Brighton Blvd., Suite 201, 720-408-2444. Dinner, Brunch
Somebody People $$$
Overland / Mediterranean At this vegan restaurant, Sam and Tricia Maher and head chef Art Burnayev run a pasta program with dishes that celebrate seasonal bounty. Try the multicourse Feed Me experience. Reservations accepted. 1165 S. Broadway, Suite 104, 720-502-5681. Dinner
Spuntino $$$$
Highland / Italian Enjoy the locally sourced menu at this Italian-inspired, husband-and-wife-owned spot. Try the seasonal pasta or any dish with Southern Indian influences. Don’t miss the house-made gelato for dessert. Reservations accepted. 2639 W. 32nd Ave., 303-433-0949. Dinner
Sunday Vinyl $$$
LoDo / European This Union Station restaurant offers warm hospitality and exquisite cuisine, all to the soundtrack of a vinyl-only playlist. Try the house hot dog or oysters. Reservations accepted. 1803 16th St., 720-738-1803. Dinner
Super Mega Bien $$$
RiNo / Latin American Chef Dana Rodriguez offers large-format, shareable items and Pan-Latin small plates, the latter of which are served from dim-sum-style carts. Try the slow-braised beef brisket with a creamy chipotle slaw. Reservations not accepted. 1260 25th St., 720-269-4695. Dinner
Super Star Asian Cuisine $
Athmar Park / Asian This glitz-free eatery serves top-notch dim sum and an extensive menu of traditional Chinese plates. Reservations accepted. 2200 W. Alameda Ave., Suite 34, 303-727-9889. Lunch, Dinner
Tavernetta $$$$
LoDo / Italian The team behind Boulder’s Frasca Food and Wine offers the same attention to hospitality at this more casual Denver restaurant. The charming space serves dishes like mushroom gnocchi and whole branzino. Reservations accepted. 1889 16th St., 720-605-1889. Lunch, Dinner
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Tocabe, An American Indian Eatery $ Berkeley / American Feast on Indigenous fare like fry bread tacos with bison, beans, lettuce, cheese, and salsas at this fast-casual spot. Also try the Greenwood Village location. Reservations not accepted. 3536 W. 44th Ave., 720-524-8282. Lunch, Dinner
Tofu Story $$
Aurora / Korean House-made tofu is the main draw at this airy Korean eatery. Order the spicy seafood soondubu stew, which can be adjusted for your heat tolerance, featuring silken tofu. Reservations not accepted. 2060 S. Havana St., Aurora, 303-954-9372. Lunch, Dinner
Tom’s Starlight $$$
Uptown / American The reincarnation of Tom’s Diner trades its formerly sprawling menu for a streamlined selection of American classics. Don’t miss the char-forward sliders or the Radio Freqs cocktail. Reservations accepted. 601 E. Colfax Ave., 303-353-4122. Dinner, Brunch
Uchi Denver $$$$
Curtis Park / Japanese James Beard Award–winning chef Tyson Cole combines unexpected flavors for his unique take on Japanese food. Visit for the daily happy hour. Reservations accepted. 2500 Lawrence St., 303-444-1922. Dinner
Uncle $$
Speer / Asian A bustling atmosphere defines this noodle house, whose concise menu also includes
dishes such as Chinese-style steamed buns. Also try the Highland location. Reservations accepted. 95 S. Pennsylvania St., 720-638-1859. Dinner
Urban Village Grill $$$
Lone Tree / Indian Chef Charles Mani serves classic and contemporary dishes from regions across India at this eatery inside Park Meadows Mall. Reservations accepted. 8505 Park Meadows Center Drive, Suite 2184A, Lone Tree, 720-5368565. Lunch, Dinner
ViewHouse $$
Ballpark / American This is your place to catch the game and enjoy a variety of bar bites, from burgers and tacos to steak. Enjoy a draft beer with a view of the city from the rooftop bar. Multiple locations. Reservations accepted. 2015 Market St., 720-878-2015. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Watercourse Foods $$
Uptown / American This vegetarian icon has been serving wholesome soups, salads, and wraps since 1998. Don’t miss the brunch specials. Reservations accepted. 837 E. 17th Ave., 303-832-7313. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
The Wolf’s Tailor $$$$
Sunnyside / American Chef Kelly Whitaker fuses Asian and Italian techniques and ingredients at this hip Sunnyside eatery. The results, such as 7X brisket braised in dashi and red wine, are uniquely delicious. Reservations accepted. 4058 Tejon St., 720-456-6705. Dinner
Xatrucho $$
Greenwood Village / Latin American Chef Edwin Sandoval serves up Honduran-inspired dishes at this food stall inside Grange Hall. Try the housemade, gluten-free pastelitos. Grange Hall, 6575 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Greenwood Village. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Yazoo Barbeque Company $
Five Points / Barbecue This unpretentious barbecue joint offers a Deep South menu, featuring slow-smoked pork ribs and brisket. Reservations not accepted. 2150 N. Broadway, 303-2963334. Lunch, Dinner
Zoe Ma Ma $
LoDo / Chinese This cozy, counter-service spot offers Chinese home-style cooking. Order the Sichuan braised beef noodle soup, which features house-made noodles. Also try the Boulder location. 1625 Wynkoop St., 303-545-6262. Lunch, Dinner
Zorba’s $$
Congress Park / Greek Zorba’s has served American and Greek fare—burgers, salads, sandwiches, and classic breakfast dishes—in the Congress Park neighborhood since 1979. Don’t miss the gyro sandwich. 2626 E. 12th Ave., 303-321-0091. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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At Aspenwood Dental Associates and Colorado Dental Implant Center, our team is dedicated to building longterm relationships with our patients and their families. Drs. Sun, Yaros, Augustine, and Zeppelin have been providing customized, quality dental care, and compassionate dentistry for a combined total of more than 80 years.
Our team members form a solid foundation for a practice that is built on family values. We are proud of our highly experienced employees. Every member of our team strives to provide the quality of care that we know our patients deserve. Our office provides a warm, inviting, and caring atmosphere in a modern setting.
We focus on the front edge of technology, but we are not so far out that we are using techniques that are not proven. This technology includes digitally scanned crowns, digital imaging, 3D scanning, and implant planning, all of which help get the best results for our patients.
When you come to Aspenwood Dental Associates and Colorado Dental Implant Center, your family becomes our family. We treat you how we would like to be treated, and you can be assured that you will receive nothing less than the best dental care we can provide. From general dentistry to dental implants and dentures, we help patients of all ages to achieve and maintain a beautiful smile.
Dr. Esposito is honored to have been chosen by his peers as a 5280 Top Dentist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Esposito continues his private practice focusing on superior infection control, sterilization, individualized patient care and compassionate attention to detail. Dr. Esposito and his team strive to exceed the expectations of every patient, every day. As a solo-practitioner, patients rest assured that Dr. Esposito will perform the consultation, the operation and all follow up care. His talented team at the Implant and Oral Surgery Center excel at sterilization and infection control procedures, insurance management and the creation of a safe and comfortable environment for the patient’s oral surgical needs.
Dr. Esposito is an expert in wisdom teeth extractions, placement of ceramic and titanium implants, oral pathology, orthognathic surgery, reconstructive bone grafting and facial trauma reconstruction. The incorporation of stem cell therapy and Platelet Rich Fibrin into our everyday practice has led to outstanding surgical success.
Dr. Esposito received his degrees from Cornell University, the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. After receiving his medical degree from Vanderbilt University, Dr. Esposito received his Board Certification from the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, he is a Diplomate in the International Congress of Implantology and was awarded his Fellowship in the American College of Surgeons. This continued dedication to excellence has benefitted patients throughout his decades in practice.
Dr. Esposito is grateful for this honor, and the support and trust of his peers in dentistry and medicine.
DR. JOHN R. HARGREAVES III, DDS, DABOI, FAAID
4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, 1998; University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency & Preceptorship in Dental Implantology, 1999; Pierre Fauchard Honor Society, 2003; Medical College of Georgia, AAID Implant Dentistry Maxi Course, 2003; Misch International Implant Institute, Prosthetic and Surgical Program, 2014-2015
DR. OLINGA HARGREAVES, DDS, DABOI, FAAID
5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio Dental School, 1999; University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio General Practice Residency, 2000; Pierre Fauchard Honor Society, 2003; Medical College of Georgia, AAID Implant Dentistry Maxi Course, 2003; Misch International Implant Institute, Prosthetic and Surgical Program, 2014-2015; American Academy of Facial Esthetics Faculty, 2013
Dentistry is our passion! It provides an ideal balance between art and science, and our desire to attain an amazing career in the healthcare profession where we can utilize our creative skills. Our “boutique” concierge style dentistry is laser-focused on being patient-centered and providing the highest quality care using cutting-edge technology in an ultra-modern environment. As husband and wife, we share a vision to deliver comprehensive care while helping patients explore and implement dental and facial strategies to help improve their lives. Our ultimate goal is to meet and exceed patients’ vision of optimal health.
Our dedication to dentistry is evident with our consistent engagement in advanced training. From inception, following dental school, we both built our foundation with post-doctoral residencies to grant us a higher level of proficiency and acquire expertise in collaborating with our patient’s physicians to deliver outstanding dental care. Over the last twenty-five years, as premium providers of IV “sleep” sedation, oral surgery including implants, and complex dentistry, we have been committed to staying abreast of the latest information and honing our skills through a variety of advanced continuing education training. Our proudest moment came in 2015, becoming the first husband and wife duo to achieve the highest credential as Diplomates and Board Certified Implantologists by the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry.
Our dental philosophy far exceeds traditional general dentistry. By implementing the most current and scientifically proven methods with the ultimate level of competency and experience, we can treat even the most complex dental issues. Whether patients are seeking dentistry as a preventative or needing extensive treatment, our experienced team, including our therapy service dog, Emma, can help them create “a smile for a lifetime.”
While clinical expertise and advanced technology are essential to obtaining superior results, it is our commitment to individualized care that truly sets us apart. We understand the unique needs of our patients, especially those in their golden years. We feel incredibly fortunate and honored that our patients have put their trust in us to not only be a part of their personal healthcare, but also for their family and friends whom they continue to refer to our practice.
If you demand the best for your dental needs, we’d like to welcome you to Cherry Creek Dentistry—your new dental home.
3655 S. Monaco Parkway Denver, CO 80237 303.758.7676
WWW.CHERRYCREEKDENTISTRY.COM
We deliver happiness one smile at a time by treating all of our patients like family, achieving extraordinary results. We are award winning, exceptional, board certified doctors using advanced technology, including 3D imaging, clear braces, digital scanning, and Invisalign. With six orthodontic specialists, the best quality of care is always available. All About Braces/Colorado Orthodontics is a local, familyowned practice that prides itself on giving back to our community. We have treated countless patients through programs such as Smiles Change Lives, Colorado Orthodontic Foundation, and Team Smile and have donated over $400,000 to local schools in honor of our fabulous patients! Come see us and let us put a smile on your face. Affordable fees, priceless smiles! Creating happiness one smile at a time.
ORTHODONTICS
DR. TED MOORE 3 5280 Top Dentist 2016-2018
DR. THERESA SHAVER 13
DR. HILARY NIEBERG BASKIN 12
DR. SHANE HOELZ 5
DR. KRYSTAL HOVERSTEIN 9
DR. DAVID MERSHON 12
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#1 Orthodontist in Colorado Parent
#1 Orthodontist in Colorado and #2 in the nation -HealthTap
“Best of the Best” -Colorado Community Newspapers
DR. ZACHARY YOUNG 10
DR. HASAN ALBALWAH
DR. ASHWINI SHIVASHANKARAPPA 1
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Our offices offer a family-friendly environment where all children and adults are treated with love, care, and understanding. In our state-of-the-art facility we offer quality care. Nitrous is offered in all 4 clinics, and we are able to provide sedation appointments when needed. We have been caring for families in the Denver Metro area since 2005. We at Kids Choice and All About Kids recognize that our patients’ time is important, we offer appointments six days a week, and late appointments. We accept most insurances including Denver Health Medicaid, Reg. Medicaid and CHP+. We work throughout the city to educate children and their families on the need for early childhood prevention in dental health. Our clinics are here to serve your family.
We are dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy, aligned smiles by utilizing the latest orthodontic treatment options and stateof-the-art technologies.
Our trusted team, led by Dr. Robert T. Rudman, DDS, MS, and Dr. Jeffery J. Birg, DDS, MS, have over 150 years of combined orthodontic experience and are committed to providing each patient with a custom treatment plan to fit their needs and lifestyle.
Dr. Rudman and Dr. Birg’s commitment to using the latest in orthodontic technologies results in amazing smiles in shorter timeframes and higher overall patient satisfaction. We are proud to be the first team in Denver to have offered and treated patients with V-PRO, a scientifically proven technology that shortens treatment time by 30 to 40 percent. We are also an Invisalign Diamond Provider, a status that is reserved for only the most experienced orthodontists. Our team also uses the I-Tero Scanning System for our Invisalign patients, which makes messy, uncomfortable impressions a thing of the past. Our philosophy, “We are here to make you smile,” goes far beyond treating your teeth. It is about feeling great about your experience, from your initial consultation to your debonding day. Whether you are 8 or 80 years old and want colorful self-ligating traditional braces or Invisalign, our team looks forward to helping you achieve the smile of your dreams.
Visit AdvancedOrthodonticcare.com today to learn more, view patient success stories, and book your appointment to discover your smile with our team today.
ROBERT RUDMAN, DDS, MS
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from Marquette University, Magna Cum Laude; Orthodontic Specialty Degree Marquette University; Member: American Association of Orthodontists
DR. JEFFERY J. BIRG, DDS, MS
D.D.S. from University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry; Orthodontic Specialty Degree from Colorado University 4500 Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 850 Denver, CO 80246 | 303.331.0222
WWW.ADVANCEDORTHODONTICCARE.COM
DR. JUSTIN BALTZ 1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
University of Wisconsin, Madison (Biochemistry Bachelors of Science); Marquette University School of Dentistry (Doctor of Dental Surgery or DDS); American Dental Association (ADA); Colorado Dental Association (CDA); Metro Denver Dental Society (MDDS); Previous Board Member of MDDS; Continuing Education Committee Chairperson for MDDS
Dr. Justin Baltz has been pushing the limits of providing efficient, gentle, digital, and quality dentistry to patients that travel within the Aurora community and those that travel all the way from the Western slope of Colorado and beyond to see us. Our office boasts an experienced staff, ceramist designer, and in-house lab. With one simple smile design appointment, we are able to provide same day veneers, crowns, and bridges utilizing CAD/CAM digital dentistry. Dr. Baltz is also a Hybridge certified dentist, which is a protocol that can help to fully restore an individual’s mouth with implants within a few months for a fraction of the cost of other offices.
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University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA; G.P.R. at VAMC, Ann Arbor, Michigan; Member of ADA, CDA, and MDDS
The private general dental family practice of Dr. Darlyne Loper is a true “gem” when it comes to dentistry for your entire family. The office has created an extremely pleasant, family-friendly dental environment to go hand in hand with the detailed custom care that each patient receives. The entire team takes pride in providing the most intimate dental experience possible. You will recognize the quality of Dr. Loper’s practice from your initial contact to your first appointment as well as any follow-up care that is needed. Located in the ever-changing historic “Old Littleton”, this modern, friendly dental practice is accepting new patients of all ages. The patient family is multi-generational and the friendships that have been created will last a lifetime.
Bertagnolli Dental was founded by Dr. Ed in 1972. He built the practice with honesty and integrity. Bertagnolli Dental is a true family practice. Dr. John joined his father in 2000 and Dr. Joe followed in 2006. They both graduated with honors from Creighton University. Bertagnolli Dental provides all fields of dentistry: implants, I.V. conscious sedation, cosmetic, oral surgery, and preventative. The office is certified to offer Botox. We are proud to be a provider to Colorado’s Developmentally Disabled population.
Personalized attention is our strongest hallmark. Comprehensive approach is the root philosophy of our highly skilled, compassionate, and dedicated team, catering to your needs in every way possible and striving to build long-term relationships. As part of our family of patients, you will be empowered with the needed insight to make educated decisions about your dental health.
Our commitment to lifelong learning and incorporating leading technologies has catapulted our practice to the highest level of service. From preventative care to complex cosmetic smile enhancements, we are proud to have the latest technologies such as digital imaging, 3D scans, single visit crowns, implants, and laser dentistry at our fingertips. We have now incorporated Dermal fillers and BOTOX® for facial esthetics and TMJ related issues.
We welcome you to experience the paragon of exceptional care at Southlands Dental!
DR. GARY RADZ
17 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S., University of North Carolina
Dr. Radz and the Denver Place Dentistry team welcome you to Denver’s best in cosmetic dentistry. Our convenient downtown office works to ensure that you feel comfortable, receive exceptional care, and leave with a newfound confidence in your smile.
Known internationally for his experience in cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Radz has dedicated his career to studying, practicing, and teaching cosmetic dentistry. His interest in cosmetics has led him to become one of the leading educators in the field of esthetics. Dr. Radz has presented at many regional, national, and international meetings and he has served as program chairman for the annual scientific meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry three times.
999 18th Street, South Tower, Suite 1300 Denver, CO 80202 720.821.1531
WWW.DOWNTOWNDENVERDENTIST.COM
COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY
Under One Roof: The Cody Dental Group was founded in the spirit of collaboration and on the Mayo Clinic model of multiple specialties practicing together under one roof to provide patients with the best possible results. At Cody Dental Group, general dentists and specialists combine their knowledge, skill, and judgment to deliver the most comprehensive care available in one convenient, comfortable location.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DOUGLAS W. SMITH, DDS
14 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DAVID M. SINGER, DDS
12 5280 Top Dentist 2023
MATTHEW T. DUNN, DDS
10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
JAMES H. STAMBAUGH, DDS
11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
LINDSAY SHALL
PERIODONTICS
JEREMY B. LOWY, DMD, MSD
ORTHODONTICS
JASON MORRIS
PEDODONTIST
HAZHA IBRAHIM, DDS
Cody Dental Group
4301 East Amherst Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
303.758.5858
WWW.CODYDENTAL.COM
ABBY SZLACHTA
Dr. Berry knows how painful sleep and TMJ problems can be. As an Orofacial Pain Specialist and sleep apnea dentist, he uses non-invasive, state-of-the-art technology to scan the mouth, jaw, and airway, then correct problems with nonsurgical, oral appliance therapy. Dr. Berry can help you with headaches, jaw pain, and other symptoms of TMJ disorder, creating a custom-made orthotic that can correct your jaw position without surgery. Schedule a comprehensive examination to learn your options, then start your treatment. Finally get relief from your symptoms as you wear your new sleep appliance or bite-correcting orthotic. Call today.
DR. KEVIN BERRY
2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine; M.S. from University of Southern California Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine
303.691.0267
WWW.TMJTHERAPYANDSLEEPCENTER.COM
9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Member of ADA, CDA, MDDS, AADSM (American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine), AASM (American Academy of Sleep Medicine)
When Dr. Gill was asked what she loves most about dentistry, her face lit up. “The patients...definitely the patients,” she said. “I learn from them every day and they learn from me. It’s a mutually beneficial relationship.”
Dr. Gill has been in practice for nearly 20 years in the Denver Metro Area. She prides herself in learning as much as possible about dentistry and seeks solutions to problems, rather than masking problems.
Her most recent accomplishment is finishing the Mastery program through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. “I love helping people and this knowledge gives me another avenue to help. Helping people sleep better, dream again, and have more energy for the things they love is just magical. It’s also nice to give patients an option to travel with a mouth appliance instead of the CPAP. So liberating!”
Dr. Gill is available to consult for general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and sleep apnea appliance therapy.
DRNANCYGILL@GMAIL.COM
ERIC T. RYSNER, D.D.S
15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
B.S., Ergonomics, University of Illinois
D.D.S., Creighton University
ELIZABETH MCINERNEY, D.D.S
3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
B.S., Molecular Biology, University of Illinois
D.D.S., Creighton University
We are honored and humbled to be recognized by our professional colleagues as a 5280 Top Dentist for the 15th consecutive year! We are a true family practice—Dr. McInerney, Dr. Rysner’s niece, joined our team in 2018. We not only graduated from the same institutions, we also share the same treatment philosophy which emphasizes the highest level of patient care in a technology rich environment. We are proud to be leaders with CEREC Primescan digital CAD/ CAM which minimizes your time in our office. In just one visit, we can treat, repair, and improve your smile with incredible precision, function, and beauty. For your comfort, we offer flat screen TVs and headphones during treatment, all in a relaxing and modern ski lodge atmosphere. We love being dentists as it lets our family provide your family with personal, honest, professional, and long-term care. 541
WWW.RYSNERDENTAL.COM
PREVENTATIVE, RESTORATIVE, COSMETICS, AND YOU.
At Denver Metro OMS, our patients matter. We are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate oral surgery care in our state-of-the-art surgical suite designed for precision treatment and maximum comfort. We remain dedicated to providing quality care for the Front Range and Metro Denver communities for many years to come.
Drs. Patterson and DiPasquale are board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons who hold positions at many of the top area hospitals where they focus on treating each person with the highest quality of care. Please call our office so that our skilled team can assist you.
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Drs. Halek and Rathburn have been practicing together for the last 20+ years. They recently welcomed Dr. Coburn, who comes with 15 years of experience, to join their team. Together, they are dedicated to helping you make a better impression with a beautiful, healthy smile. At Broadway Smiles, it is our goal to provide you with the highest quality of dentistry possible in a relaxed and professional atmosphere. We offer a variety of services including general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Visit us today to see how we can help you achieve your perfect smile.
Our motto is simple:
i-Orthodontics was established with a greater mission than straightening teeth. We were built to change lives.
As a Board-Certified Orthodontist, Dr. Isaac specializes in providing custom, high-quality orthodontic treatment for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. Our goal at i-Orthodontics is to instill confidence in patients through beautiful smiles.
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Prosthodontics is a dental specialty focusing on the restoration or replacement of damaged or missing teeth with crowns, bridges, dental implants and dentures. We also provide treatment for oral cancer with necessary appliances before and after surgery. We pride ourselves on providing quality dentistry, built from more than 35 years of combined experience in Denver. We work with many of the finest general practitioners and dental specialists to restore lost function and esthetics, whether it is a single tooth or a full-mouth reconstruction.
DR. BRIAN BUTLER
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. DENNIS WAGUESPACK
9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. AARON BELLIS
Michael A. Hale, DDS
Aaron T. Liddell, MD, DMD, FACS
Matthew K. Alleman, DMD, FACS
Travis J. Hamilton, MD, DMD
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
5280 Top Dentist 2008 – 2023; DDS, Case Western Reserve University; Orthodontic Residency, Oregon Health & Sciences University; Provider for Kaiser Permanente’s Cleft Palate Team; Invisalign PLATINUM+ Provider
Helping create the best you by giving you the best us since 2002! Dr. Keith Kohrs is honored to have been selected as a 5280 Top Dentist for the 16th year in a row. Dr. Kohrs and his Team of experts believe in the power of healthy, confident, beautiful smiles. Team Kohrs treats their patients like family, and are able to provide an unparalleled patient experience with amazing results. They will provide you with the best personalized, quality orthodontic care possible, in an environment that is friendly, fun, and professional. Dr. Kohrs is highly involved in the community, and is also a member of the Kaiser Permanente craniofacial team, which provides a full range of health services to children with craniofacial birth defects, including cleft lip and palate.
Dr. Kohrs is an expert in many different types of orthodontic treatment and has treated hundreds of happy and satisfied patients as a Platinum Plus Invisalign Provider. Treatment plans are tailored to your unique goals using the most advanced technology, including virtual treatment monitoring, digital scans, and 3D printing. Team Kohrs strives to look high tech while being high touch. We cannot wait for you to see your new smile! Call to schedule your FREE in office exam, or visit www.KohrsOrtho.com for your FREE virtual consultation. SMILE.ON.
5 STAR Google Reviews
“Dr. Kohrs and his staff create a concierge orthodontic experience! Everyone is so friendly, and they make the whole orthodontia process transparent and easy.” – Kaylan C.
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2900 S. Peoria Street, Suite B, Aurora, CO 80014
AURORA-EAST
18860 E. Hampden Avenue, Aurora, CO 80013
STRASBURG
56620 E. Colfax Avenue, Strasburg, CO 80136
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“Amazing care and service. Today the Kohrs team went above and beyond and also worked in little brother who had a broken bracket. This means the world to me as a busy mom. Thank you!” – Jennifer R. 303.750.3660
250 E. Colfax Avenue, Bennett, CO 80102
For 40 years, we have been serving our patients in downtown Denver. Our philosophy is one that puts our patients’ needs first. We have a talented, caring staff and a warm environment to make your experience a positive one. We realize we are only here because of you and are honored to be chosen to care for your dental needs. We believe the greatest compliment we can receive is the referral of your family and friends.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DAWN WHITE, DDS 16
MAUREEN ROACH, DMD 16
ROY KALUZSHNER, DMD 2
ARTEMIS KHAZAIE, DDS
16 2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200 Denver, CO 80202 303.534.2626
WWW.METRODENTALCARE.COM
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GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. PHILIP WIMPEE
14 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Phil Wimpee founded Colorado Smile Design in 1990 with the primary goal of providing the highest quality dental care in the most comfortable setting possible. Today, Colorado Smile Design achieves that goal in a state-of-the-art facility, utilizing the latest cutting edge technology. Colorado Smile Design always focuses on patients first. We are proud to be individually owned and not one of the huge, impersonal corporate offices that have become all too common. Thirty-three years after its beginning, Colorado Smile Design is a unique place where the entire team strives to provide the latest in advanced dentistry with genuine friendliness and care.
9135 S. Ridgeline Boulevard Suite 120 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
303.979.2900
WWW.COLORADOSMILEDESIGN.COM
We are proud to serve the Lowry neighborhood and surrounding areas for 10 years! Since Dr. Jeanie Felton started Lowry Pediatric Dental Health in 2013, we have had the opportunity to interact with so many wonderful people along the way. We look forward to continuing to help the children of Denver smile bright for many years to come!
Dr. Felton and Dr. Darbani love being part of a child’s first dental experience while teaching children to take pride in their oral health. They believe in spreading the message about how easy and fun going to the dentist can be.
Laser dentistry and non-invasive treatments have become popular and are commonly used in our office. This helps us to provide gentle and thorough treatment while keeping the child happy and comfortable at all times.
Dental habits are formed at an early age, so getting a child familiar with a dentist can make a big difference later on in life. Our doctors see children as early as a dental need arises and recommends their initial dental exam by age one or within the first six months of the first tooth erupting. The initial visit to the dentist can be a life-changing experience and the LPDH team is excited to help and support from the very moment you walk through our door. Come by anytime for an office tour, to meet our doctors, or to just get a balloon!
JEAN M. FELTON, DMD
9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.M.D. from Case Western Reserve University; Certificate of Pediatric Dentistry from Case Western University; Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
D.D.S. from University of Southern California; Certificate of Pediatric Dentistry from University of Florida; Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DR. TYLER KARLIN
10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Karlin is a board-certified orthodontist who has brought orthodontic excellence and beautiful smiles to Highlands Ranch and surrounding communities for over 15 years. His down-to-earth personality and relaxed style make him an ideal practitioner for young children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Karlin and his team pride themselves on their intimate and fun office environment, and they strive to make a positive difference in the lives of patients and their families. Consistently positive reviews and testimonials for Karlin Orthodontics reflect the quality results and the strong relationships we have built with our patients.
9305 Dorchester Street Suite 103 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 303.470.9488
WWW.KARLINORTHODONTICS.COM
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ELIZABETH CRESPI, DMD
8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
All children deserve to have healthy smiles for life! At Sunrise, we strive to create a safe (and fun!) first dental experience for every patient. Dr. Crespi’s passion for kids and conservative approach to dentistry are the foundation of her patient care philosophy. “I believe creating both educational and interactive dental experiences from day one is the key to our success,” Dr. Crespi says. “When both my patients and their parents leave happy, I know we’ve achieved our goals.”
3650 E. First Avenue Suite 301 Denver, CO 80206 720.660.2467
WWW.SUNRISEPEDSDENTISTRY.COM
Dr. Tim Gutierrez is a third generation dentist. He learned from his father, his grandfather and his uncles, the importance of treating every patient like family and always providing the highest quality of care.
Dr. Gutierrez and his team truly enjoy getting to know each patient and are dedicated to making each patient’s dental experience as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
Dr. Gutierrez enjoys all clinical aspects of dentistry as well as educating his patients about their oral health so that they can maintain a healthy and happy smile for a lifetime.
1800 Vine Street Denver, CO 80206 303.377.2345
WWW.MIDTOWNDENTALDENVER.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. TIM GUTIERREZ
1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine; Bachelor of Science in Physiology from University of Arizona; Member of American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, Metro Denver Dental Society
DR. KURT TSUMURA
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
“Congrats to my partner, Dr. Tim Gutierrez. I am also pleased to introduce my future dentist, Dr. Mason Gutierrez (age 2).”
—Dr. Tsumura
DR. JONATHAN BENEFIELD
“Congratulations to my partner, Dr. Tim Gutierrez.”
—Dr. Benefield
At Altitude Endodontics, Dr. Benjamin P. Ricketts and our team specialize in providing you with world-class microscopic and microsurgical endodontic treatment. We relentlessly pursue continuing education and continuously grow with evolving technology, medical needs, and societal demands of our community. Our team strives for excellence in customer service, priding ourselves on our professionalism and compassion. We welcome the “challenge to charm” every patient we see by consistently delivering “root canal therapy at a higher level.”
ENDODONTICS
BENJAMIN P. RICKETTS, DDS, MSD
9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
B.S. in Biology from Indiana University
D.D.S. from Indiana University School of Dentistry
G.P.R. Certificate from University of Texas Health Science Center
M.S.D. from Indiana University School of Dentistry
Endodontic Certificate from Richard L. Roudebush VAMC
Did you know that the WAY you breathe can increase your risk of gingivitis and increase your blood pressure? And did you know that the way your teeth fit together can determine how much enamel wear you’ll have in the future? These are just a few items we discuss during your exam to ensure the opportunity for you to achieve optimal oral health. Our patients are well informed individuals who seek the best care in a friendly, comfortable environment. We treat general dentistry needs, headaches, TMJ problems, cosmetic concerns, implants, and sleep apnea when the CPAP isn’t tolerable.
6240 South Main Street, Suite 285
Aurora, CO 80016
303.627.5420 | office@altitudeendo.com
WWW.ALTITUDEENDO.COM
REBECCA REES, DDS
1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Bachelor of Science, Justice Studies, Arizona State University; Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine; Certificate in Dental Anesthesiology, NYU Langone/Lutheran Medical Center; Diplomate, The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology
BRETT WALLEN, DMD
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Psychology, SUNY Fredonia; Doctor of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh; Certificate in Dental Anesthesiology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Diplomate, The American Board of Dental Anesthesiology
Dr. Rees has been in private practice and providing anesthesia for children for nearly eight years. She recently partnered with her long-time colleague and friend Dr. Brett Wallen. Together, they offer over 30 years of anesthesia experience and are eager to assist the pediatric population safely and comfortably through their dental appointments. Drs. Rees and Wallen are passionate about giving children a positive, safe, and overall enjoyable dental treatment experience. To accomplish their mission, they provide anesthesia in the comfort of home dental offices. They believe that a relaxed and familiar environment only helps to create a stress-free experience!
11001 W. 120th Ave, Suite 400 Broomfield, CO 80021 720.315.1319
WWW.MILEHIGHDA.COM
BRIAN S. LEVITIN, DDS
14 5280 Top Dentist 2023
B.S. from James Madison University
D.D.S. from VCU/MCV in 2004 Graduated Cum Laude
Member of the American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Metro Denver Dental Society, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics
Dr. Levitin has provided exceptional, comfortable dental care for 19 years using the latest technology. He has been recognized as a Top Dentist numerous times in Virginia and Colorado for his attention to detail and excellent patient care. We take pride in exceptional treatment tailored to your needs. If you are seeking cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry, implants, Invisalign, Botox or advanced laser treatments in a professional, caring atmosphere, contact us today! Visit our website to see what our patients say!
NICHOLAS A. POLITANO, D.D.S. 11
SARA A. WEINSTEIN, D.D.S. 8
11 8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Colorado Regional Oral Surgery has been dedicated to providing outstanding comprehensive clinical patient care for over four decades. As you look for a trusted oral and maxillofacial surgery practice, we look forward to working with you using our patient centered care model.
ARVADA 303.431.0033 LAKEWOOD 303.727.8595
WWW.COREGIONALOS.COM
ENDODONTICS
ENDODONTICS + PERIODONTICS
DR. SHAUN SOUCIE 11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Choose the most advanced care for your overall health and wellness. Our synergistic dual specialty practice provides the most comprehensive endodontic and periodontic patient experience. Soundwave and Laser advanced irrigation, in addition to anti-bacterial therapy, facilitates the debridement of complex root anatomy. 3D imaging fosters minimally invasive techniques to maintain the innate strength of your teeth. Periodontal therapy enhances esthetics, restores function, and quality of life. Precise, efficient, minimally invasive care with beautiful, predictable, long-term results.
753 Maleta Lane, Suite 201, Castle Rock, CO 80108 720.221.7774 | WWW.EVOLUTIONENDO.COM
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
A. PATRICK SMITHWICK III, DDS 6
ROGER J. CASTRO, DDS 4
MEREDITH GHIVIZZANI, DMD
BRANDON SCHEER, DDS, MSD 6 4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Kids Mile High Pediatric Dentistry offers comprehensive, quality dental care for children of all ages—including those with special healthcare needs, developmental disabilities, and nursing newborns.
ENGLEWOOD, CENTRAL PARK, & THORNTON
Going to the dentist should be a welcoming and comfortable experience. That’s why Drs. Scott Pankratz, Matt Goergen, Chad Belongea, and the Team work hard to provide a friendly, upbeat atmosphere to help you feel at home during your visit to our office. At Southwest Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics and Southwest Adult Dentistry, we believe that the relationship between dentist and patient should be built on mutual trust, respect, and friendship. We get to know our patients and want you to feel like family. We can’t wait to welcome you to your new dental home!
NICOLE FURUTA, DDS 11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
LINDSAY FOX, DMD 4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Conveniently located a block from the 16th Street Mall, Lodo Dental sees patients from throughout the Denver Metro area! As Lodo’s first female-owned dental practice, Dr. Furuta and Dr. Fox combine the most modern, proven dental technologies and practices, with an emphasis on comfortably and safely providing the highest level of care. We are now accepting new patients and would love to see your smile!
1435 Wazee Street, Suite 102, Denver, CO 80202 303.623.5636 | WWW.LODODENTAL.COM
8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Missouri-Kansas City General Practice Residency, Truman Medical Center-Lakewood Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry
Dr. Dumas takes the time necessary to focus on the treatment that is right for each individual patient. His attention to detail and concern for the overall health and well-being of his patients is second to none! We are currently welcoming new patients into our practice, and we look forward to meeting you and your family.
6900 E. Belleview Avenue, Suite 203 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.796.8668 | WWW.DRDUMAS.COM
As a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Natalie Schafer provides expert care to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the mouth and jaw and is highly skilled in the placement of dental implants. Dr. Schafer offers comprehensive procedures including bone grafts, sinus lifts, extractions, and is proficient in providing outpatient IV sedation. She and her team pride themselves on providing personalized care for every patient.
GENERAL DENTISTRY
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
We are proud to be celebrating our 24th year practicing as a sole practitioner! Dr. Greg Keene realizes that a beautiful, healthy smile boosts his patients’ confidence and promotes self-esteem. That is why he focuses on providing optimal dental care in a comfortable setting. Customer safety is the #1 priority before you even enter the building. Their office is keeping you safe and healthy. “We take the time to develop relationships with our patients and have fun doing it,” says Dr. Keene. Now offering Botox treatments for facial pain and esthetic enhancement.
255 W. South Boulder Road, Lafayette, CO 80026 303.665.5586 | WWW.KEENESMILES.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
KURT E. NIELSEN, DDS 8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
LANDIS C. SCHOLES, DDS 7 5280 Top Dentist 2023
MI H. VO, DDS
We are dedicated to making you feel at home in a comfortable and stress-free environment. Our goal is to deliver quality care in an affordable and timely manner, using the latest technological advances in dentistry. Your needs and best interests are our priority.
8010 S. Holly Street, Suite 100, Centennial, CO 80122 303.694.6400 | WWW.HOLLYDENTAL.COM
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
DR. JENNIFER L. THOMPSON
11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Jenn and the Blue Sky team strive to make each dental experience fun and informative for the entire family. They create a kid-friendly atmosphere while providing exceptional pediatric dental care. Dr. Jenn offers free well-baby checks, in-office sedation, and parents are always welcome to accompany their child during the dental appointment.
9330 S. University Boulevard, Suite 210 Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 | 303.771.8300
WWW.BLUESKYPEDIATRICDENTISTRY.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. KELLY THOMPSON
5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Thompson provides patient-first, collaborative, comprehensive and compassionate dental care. She is passionate about understanding patient priorities and providing education for clients in order to create a tailored oral health care plan. At Belmar Dentistry, the entire team works to ensure a relaxed and comfortable environment serving patients in general, restorative, preventative and emergency dentistry and oral surgery.
15 Wadsworth Boulevard Lakewood, CO 80226 | 303.936.3700
WWW.BELMARDENTISTRY.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. STEFANIE WALKER 12 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. AMANDA POOLER
At Pearl Dentistry, Drs. Stefanie Walker and Amanda Pooler focus on providing modern care and individualized attention for each of their patients. As a cosmetic and family dental practice, the duo provide a wide range of services, including cosmetic procedures, restorative dentistry, BOTOX treatments, implants, and overall preventive care.
2200 W. 29th Avenue Denver, CO 80211 720.440.9296
WWW.PEARLDENTISTRYDENVER.COM
PERIODONTICS
DR. ADAM WEAVER 15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
A Top Dentist since 2009, with 25 years of experience, Dr. Weaver stays on top of the latest treatment options and technology. Dr. Weaver is a certified Pinhole Gum Surgery Specialist. He practices advanced Periodontal Plastic Surgery and computerguided implant technology. He works with the best dentists in Colorado to provide comprehensive dental treatment options.
8000 E. Prentice Ave., Ste. D7 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.740.0080
WWW.MTPERIO.COM
3920 N. Union Blvd., Ste. 380 Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719.594.0091
WWW.MYPERIOCARE.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
CHRISTINA LINN, DMD
1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Christina Linn wholeheartedly believes that a healthy smile is fundamental to an individual’s overall health and well-being. Her favorite part of dentistry is truly getting to know her patients and helping them feel at ease in the dental setting.
5950 S. Platte Canyon Road, Suite D-9 Littleton, CO 80123
303.797.2286
WWW.PLATTECANYONDENTAL.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. MILES DEEG
11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. DEBORAH DEEG
16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
EVERYONE NOTICES A GREAT SMILE! If you have one, we will help you keep it healthy. If you want one, we will use the most progressive and advanced techniques, from veneers to implants to a complete makeover, to give you a great smile that really gets noticed. Call us or come by. We would love to meet you.
14991 E. Hampden Avenue, Suite 390, Aurora, CO 80014 303.690.6662 | WWW.DEEGDENTISTRY.COM
ENDODONTICS
EMMANUEL PAGUIO, DDS, MS
8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
ALEXANDRA MARTELLA, DDS, MS
At Art of Endodontics, we believe in quality treatment that begins with taking care of people. We know that everyone may need a hand to hold, an ear to listen, and a heart to understand them. Our goal is to provide the highest standard of care in a warm and friendly environment.
9950 W. 80th Avenue, Suite 21, Arvada, CO 80005
303.422.0607 | WWW.ARTOFENDO.COM
ROSA
PROSTHODONTICS
DR. MARISA PATT
4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
BOCO Dental is a patient-centered private practice in North Boulder that offers a full range of services. Dr. Patt has advanced training as a Prosthodontist and specializes in complex cases. Her dedicated team and talented hygienists create a relaxing experience, with an emphasis on personalized care. New patients are welcome!
7490 Clubhouse Road, Suite 101 Boulder, CO 80301 | 303.530.1212
WWW.BOCODENTAL.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. CHRISTOPHER HENES
2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Henes philosophy is integrity, acting with high moral and professional principles while keeping the best interest of the patient first. He enjoys making connections with his patients and looks forward to seeing them at their regularly scheduled cleanings.
12510 E. Iliff Avenue, Suite 305
Aurora, CO 80014
303.695.0102
WWW.ILIFFDENTAL.COM
Since 2002, Dr. Weddle has been proud to serve the citizens of Westminster, Broomfield, Thornton, and the surrounding communities. He and his staff provide excellent orthodontic care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. They strive to make patients and parents say, “Wow, what a nice experience!” From the initial visit to the last retainer check, they want to exceed patients’ expectations. An attractive smile contributes greatly to self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-image. Orthodontic treatment can benefit social and career success, as well as improve one’s general attitude towards life.
CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE EXAM!
LARRY THEO WEDDLE, JR., DMD, MS
JESSICA
PROUD TO BE A 5280 TOP DENTIST SINCE 2008
Sedona Professional Building 905 124th Ave., Ste. 180, Westminster, CO 80234
(303) 255-3339 | drweddle.com
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. JEFFREY B. GROUT 10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. MEGAN KACK
Friendly. Caring. Empathetic. Honest. Exceptionally qualified. This is a genuine reflection of our dedication to education, satisfaction, open communication, and patient-focused care in the south Littleton area since 1971.
8 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 101 Littleton, CO 80120 | 303.730.1222
WWW.GROUTFAMILYDENTISTRY.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. DANIEL SELNER 16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. ANDREA TAYLOR 15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. KYLE GRIFFITH 9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Denver Tech Dentistry has been serving the Denver community for over 50 years. Our collaborative approach assures each patient receives the highest quality, personalized care that encompasses a focus on enhancing their overall dental health and appearance.
8181 E. Tufts Avenue, Suite 550, Denver, CO 80237 720.488.9090 | WWW.DENVERTECHDENTISTRY.COM
ORTHODONTICS
DR. JOANNA LEVIN 15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. KRISTEN LOWE
You may have your choice of orthodontic clinics in the greater Denver area, but there really is none other like Lowry Orthodontics. We are proud to be the only clinic led by female orthodontists in Denver who both received both their dental and orthodontic degrees at Ivy-League Schools. 125 Rampart Way, Suite 301, Denver, CO 80230 303.366.9090 | WWW.LOWRYORTHODENVER.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. EWELINA CIULA 3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. MELISSA HATZIDAKIS 3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Drs. Ciula and Hatzidakis welcome YOU. We are highly trained, compassionate, and diligent dentists that prioritize patients and provide specialized treatment for each individual. From routine check-ups and cleanings to complex dental procedures, we have the expertise and experience to meet your unique needs and help you achieve optimal oral health.
700 Broadway, Suite 1133, Denver, CO 80203 303.863.1177 | WWW.ECFAMILYDENTIST.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
13 5280 Top Dentist 2023
University of Illinois School of Dentistry, University of Colorado General Practice Residency, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dawson Academy Alumni, Spear Study Club, American Dental Association, and Colorado Dental Association
Dr. Susan Kutis is humbled to have received the Top Dentist award since 2012, in both Denver and Chicago. This recognition stems from her compassionate care, combined with endless hours spent on continuing education, to provide her patients with the latest dental techniques in cosmetic and comprehensive care.
10354 W. Chatfield Ave., Ste. 100, Littleton, CO 80127 720.924.4849 | WWW.BLUESAGEDENTAL.COM
ORTHODONTICS
5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
“I love using my talents to bring about positive, lasting changes in the lives of my patients and, quite literally, giving them a reason to smile.” Rangewood Orthodontics opened 20 years ago with a mission to provide our community with exceptional orthodontic care. Today we pride ourselves on being BRILLIANTLY DIFFERENT! We offer cutting edge technology for both clear aligners and braces, providing exceptional results in a fast, efficient time frame. We treat the entire family with same-day starts and payment plans.
718 Maleta Lane, Suite 200, Castle Rock, CO 80108 720.733.1222
WWW.RANGEWOODORTHODONTICS.COM
PERIODONTICS
DR. MARYANNE BUTLER
15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. AMY RIFFEL
6 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Improving periodontal, implant, and overall oral health for a lifetime is our goal! We offer comprehensive, individualized care in a calm, caring setting that minimizes dental anxiety.
MOUNTAINVIEW PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS
10371 Parkglenn Way, Ste. 240 Parker, CO 80138 720.851.6050
PERIODONTICS OF CHERRY CREEK
4500 Cherry Creek Dr. S., Ste. 101 Glendale, CO 80246 303.759.4133
MOUNTAINVIEWPERIODONTICS.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
6 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. with Honors from University of Washington, 2008 General Practice Residency at University of Colorado, 2010
Our team sets us apart. From the first smile that greets you on arrival, to our highly skilled and compassionate dentist, you will know that you are a valued patient. We love developing longterm relationships with our patients.
2373 Central Park Boulevard, Suite 304 Denver, CO 80238 303.388.2400
WWW.CENTRALPARKDENTALDENVER.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
HEATHER STAMM, DDS 4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
In a world that is often rushed and hurried, Dr. Stamm and her “Stammily” team maintain a philosophy of personalized care. In 2018, Dr. Stamm welcomed her sister to the practice; Dr. Chrissy Stamm-Christian is a chiropractor and orofacial myofunctional therapist. Driven by the needs of their patients, they have designed an extraordinary and whole-body approach.
1960 N. Ogden Street, Suite 260 Denver, CO 80218 | 303.839.5109
WWW.STAMMDENTALWELLNESS.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. LYNELLE ZABEL 11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Our practice emphasizes the relationship between health and beauty. Our services include cosmetic dentistry, veneers, implant restoration as well as routine dental procedures. An exciting new addition to our practice is Digital Smile Design (DSD). We are now a DSD Clinic which allows us to do a digital smile preview to show you your possibilities. Creating a confidence through a beautiful smile is our goal.
9137 Ridgeline Boulevard, Suite 150 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 | 303.470.0017
WWW.HIGHLANDSRANCHDENTALCARE.COM
ORTHODONTICS
DR. SCOTT W. OHMART 16 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. KAREN FRANZ
Celebrating 29 years of practice! Creating smiles that last a lifetime since 1994.
LITTLETON 303.979.0211
CENTENNIAL 303.713.1950
AURORA 303.586.5750
OHMARTORTHODONTICS.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, 2004; B.S. from Texas Tech University, 2000
#dedicated #passionate #caring #relationship #experienced #locallyowned #3Dxray #lastingresults #technology #samedaycrowns #guidedimplants #trustworthy #allages #yournewdentist
4500 South Cherry Creek Drive, Suite 100 Denver, CO 80246 303.975.6987
WWW.ASCENTDENTAL.COM
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
DR. CRAIG OWENS 4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. DEREK OWENS 4 5280 Top Dentist 2023
At 5280 Pediatric Dentistry, we strive to make every dental visit fun for both the patient and their parents. With 20 years of combined experience, we are brothers, native to Colorado, who are committed to treating your family as if they were our own.
11960 Lioness Way, Suite 170 Parker, CO 80134 | 303.601.5280
WWW.5280PEDIATRICDENTISTRY.COM
PROSTHODONTICS
DR. JOHN CHEN 7 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. John Chen is a prosthodontist who specializes in cosmetic dentistry and full mouth reconstructions. Dr. Chen went through three additional years of training at one of the nation’s top programs. Whether you are a patient who needs a smile makeover or bite restored, Dr. Chen is more than capable of handling your case. 6240 S. Main Street, Suite 215 Aurora, CO 80016 | 303.627.5755
WWW.UPTOWNPROSTHODONTICS.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
MATT MAUCK, DDS 10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
ANDREW RICCI, DDS 6 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Mauck and Dr. Ricci know the importance of traditional values coupled with modern technology. Our long-standing team is dedicated to making our patients number one! We look forward to the opportunity to serve you. We always welcome new patients!
Mauck & Ricci
TEAM DENTIST
3131 S. Vaughn Way, Suite 422 Aurora, CO 80014 303.745.1400
WWW.BETTERYOURSMILE.COM
ORTHODONTICS
DAN REJMAN, DDS, MS
12 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Dan Rejman is a Board Certified Orthodontic Specialist serving Castle Rock and surrounding communities. Kindness and small-town values are the foundation of Meadows Orthodontics, and our patients and parents love our incredible staff!
TWO CONVENIENT CASTLE ROCK LOCATIONS
3993 Limelight Avenue, Suite B Castle Rock, CO 80109 303.660.0112 | WWW.MEADOWSORTHODONTICS.COM
848 N. Ridge Road, Suite D Castle Rock, CO 80104
GENERAL DENTISTRY
13 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Colorado School of Dentistry Member, 5280 Study Club Brighton Smiles has been providing outstanding dentistry in the community for more than 20 years. Leading edge technology allows Dr. Jaci and her team to combine beauty and function in dentistry. Comprehensive education, combined with a caring touch, makes Brighton Smiles a wonderful place for family check-ups, as well as complex cosmetic dental needs. Schedule an appointment today.
30 South 20th Avenue, Suite D Brighton, CO 80601 | 303.659.3062
WWW.BRIGHTONSMILES.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
JENNIFER SIBO, DDS, FAGD, D. ABDSM
11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
MERCY VASKA, DMD
Dr. Sibo and Dr. Vaska are committed to understanding and meeting their patients’ needs in a relaxed and compassionate environment. Using state-of-the-art technology, including same day crowns and dental lasers, Dr. Sibo ensures that every patient has the tools needed to achieve optimal oral health and wellness.
4344 Woodlands Boulevard, Suite 140 Castle Rock, CO 80104 | 303.660.9333
WWW.PEAKVIEWDENTAL.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine
My team and I work tirelessly to provide the best care that modern dentistry has to offer in a warm, comforting environment. I look at each appointment as an opportunity to grow relationships with my patients, and constantly seek the balance between art and science to create healthy, beautiful smiles.
11757 W Ken Caryl Ave, Unit J, Littleton, CO, 80127 303.979.9488 | WWW.SKYDENTALCOLORADO.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
MICHAEL WOODS, DDS 7 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Woods provides exceptional dental care in a family-friendly environment. His dedication to offering individualized patient care in a relaxed atmosphere sets this office apart. Dr. Woods also has a passion for cosmetic dentistry and is an instructor with the Pacific Aesthetic Continuum, and is very excited to welcome Dr. Krista Moore to the team!
14950 W. 64th Avenue, Suite A, Arvada, CO 80007 303.423.0930
WWW.SIGNATUREDENTISTRYOFARVADA.COM
ENDODONTICS
SCOTT M. MALONEY, DMD, MS 15
JESUS M. MACHADO, DDS, MSD 6
SPENCE T. GIBBS, DMD, MSD 3
15 6 3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
We honor the tradition and history that has earned us our reputation by prioritizing treatment outcomes, patient satisfaction, and professional collaboration.
303.321.7930
WWW.CHERRYCREEKENDO.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Freiberg owns a true general family practice in her home town with an innovative in-house lab. Her family has served the dental community since 1954. She is passionate about providing excellent dental care and accommodating her patients’ needs. She is dedicated to her continuing education in restorative and implant dentistry.
255 Union Boulevard, Suite 495 Lakewood, CO 80228 | 303.989.1423
WWW.FREIBERGFAMILYDENTISTRY.COM
ORTHODONTICS
11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S. from University of Iowa; B.A. from Northwestern University; Orthodontic Residency and M.S. at University of Iowa; Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Dr. Eberle is a board-certified orthodontist who takes pride in her personalized approach to orthodontic treatment. She believes that beautiful, healthy smiles are possible for all ages. Whether kids or adults, braces or Invisalign, Eberle Orthodontics is a family-friendly environment where everyone knows your name.
55 Madison Street, Suite 280 Denver, CO 80206 | 303.320.0307
WWW.SMILESBYEBERLE.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. JENNIFER M. ROHLEDER
10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
D.D.S., University of Nebraska Medical Center
Dr. Jennifer Rohleder and the team at Highland Smiles realize that just as each person is unique, so is each smile. We deliver comprehensive customized dental solutions utilizing state-of-the-art technology to create your most ideal smile. Highland Smiles—more than just your smile.
3480 W. 32nd Avenue
Denver, CO 80211
303.623.0407
WWW.HIGHLANDSMILES.NET
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. MICHELLE HAYNES 8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. COURTNEY MCKEEVER 5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. AMANDA MCCABE 2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Our team of doctors and dental professionals strive to provide “Caring and Compassionate Dentistry for the Entire Family.” We want to make dentistry comfortable and convenient, so you’ll find the latest technology and the ability to book an appointment online.
9461 S. University Boulevard, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 303.848.2411 | WWW.HRSMILES.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
JUSTIN PEARSON, DDS 8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
THOMAS REED, DDS 6 5280 Top Dentist 2023
SAHEL KHORSHIDIAN, DDS 2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
The doctors and team at City Center Dental Group are proud to be included amongst the leaders in our field for the eighth straight year! At City Center Dental Group we focus on high-quality, comprehensive dentistry delivered by a caring team with a gentle touch. A state-of-the-art space, technology of the highest caliber, caring and confident clinicians, and our dedicated support team are here to handle virtually any dental need you might have.
800 Englewood Parkway, Suite A201, Englewood, CO 80110 303.744.5000 | WWWW.CITYCENTERDENTALGROUP.COM
PERIODONTICS
RYAN M. JENKINS, DMD 5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Ryan Jenkins is a board-certified periodontist and dental implant surgeon. Our practice strives to provide the most advanced and optimal surgical care to our patients, including dental implants and LANAP laser periodontal therapy, in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.
26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 540 Littleton, CO 80120 | 303.797.1211
WWW.LITTLETONIMPLANTPERIO.COM
DR. JEREMY JANNUZZI 9 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. JULIA R. PLEVNIA 8 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. DANIEL ESCALANTE 3 5280 Top Dentist 2023 9 8 3 5280 Top Dentist 2023
We are proud of our long history of compassionate care and thorough patient education. We offer a wide range of procedures including wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, bone grafting and corrective jaw surgery. Call us today to get started!
DENVER TECH CENTER 303.773.8228 PARKER 303.840.2300
WWW.DRYCREEKORALSURGERY.COM
DALE KIM, DDS 1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
MICHELLE NOH, DDS
SUJEE NOH, DDS
Dr. Dale Kim is a compassionate dentist who fosters strong patient relationships and participates in yearly outreach programs both domestically and abroad. Dr. Kim prioritizes patient care while working alongside his family at Dayton Dental, always giving his best effort.
2020 S. Parker Road, Suite F, Denver, CO 80231 720.477.1449
WWW.DAYTONDENTALDENVER.COM
DR. JESSICA ALLEN 2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
DR. NICHOLAS SHUMAKER 11 5280 Top Dentist 2023
We continue to enjoy our reputation as the region’s leader in reconstructive periodontal/oral and dental implant surgery. Our practice not only focuses on offering the latest technology but also on providing education courses for the dental community. We are known for our upfront, comprehensive, and honest relationships. 4033 Boardwalk, Suite 100, Fort Collins, CO 80525 3400 W. 16th Street, Suite 5X, Greeley, CO 80634 970.500.0549 | WWW.NOCOPERIO.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
6 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Dr. Gregory Bennett of Arvada Dental Center is proud to offer Zygoma and All-On-4 implants, Advanced full-arch restorations, CBCT technology, IOS scanners, 3D printing capabilities, and a full-service, on-site lab to support the highest standard of care for dental implant patients. He has a team of dentists that also perform cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, and same day crowns to his patients in the greater Denver metro area.
5220 Wadsworth Bypass, Unit C Arvada, CO 80002 | 303.997.2038
WWW.ARVADADENTALCENTER.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
DR. BRANDI BOTTOMS 15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Voted a Top Dentist since 2009, with 17 years of experience, Dr. Bottoms provides compassionate care with a gentle touch. At Chateaux Dental, we believe in giving our patients a relaxed, caring, and friendly experience. We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive and preventative care, including implant restorations and esthetic dentistry. Offering Botox, Juvederm, laser treatments, and we are also now Invisalign Providers!
13606 Xavier Lane, Suite F, Broomfield, CO 80023 303.465.4500 | WWW.CHATEAUXDENTAL.COM
ORTHODONTICS
ERIN A. SLOSS, DDS, MS 15 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Board Certified Orthodontist
Dr. Sloss has been serving the Centennial area and providing exceptional orthodontic care for 18 years. She specializes in treating children, teens, and adults as well as volunteering on the cleft palate team at RMHC. Call us to schedule your complimentary consultation and start your journey toward the smile you’ve always dreamed of!
9094 E. Mineral Avenue, Suite 220 Centennial, CO 80112
303.799.7733 | WWW.SC-ORTHO.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
CHAD A. BRAUN, DDS 12
CHRISTOPHER A. WHITESTONE, DDS 10
12 10 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Our focus is on providing you with a safe, comfortable, professional dental experience. We are conveniently located in the Cherry Creek North neighborhood, and have been practicing in this location for 35 years. Drs. Braun and Whitestone will strive to treat your family in a comprehensive, conservative, and caring manner. 390 University Boulevard, Denver, CO 80206 303.333.5361 | WWW.4THAVENUEFAMILYDENTISTRY.COM
PERIODONTICS
1 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Kyle J. Losin, DMD, MSD, is a board-certified periodontist and owner of Centennial Periodontics and Implants. He has advanced training in bone grafting, implants, gums grafting and LANAP therapy. His office prides themselves on delivering the highest quality periodontal and implant treatment in a comfortable, friendly environment.
7960 S. University Blvd., Suite 200 Centennial, CO 80122 | 303.762.0621
WWW.CENTENNIALPERIO.COM
GENERAL DENTISTRY
5 5280 Top Dentist 2023
At Buffalo Park Dentistry, we strive to treat our patients like family and build long-lasting relationships through a focus on excellent service and comprehensive modern dentistry. Dr. Roberts has built our practice from happy referrals and enjoys providing care to our mountain community.
28577 Buffalo Park Road, Suite 260 Evergreen, CO 80439 303.674.7741
WWW.BUFFALOPARKDENTISTRY.COM
2 5280 Top Dentist 2023
Baylor University BS 1972, Baylor College of Dentistry DDS 1975, Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry 2014
Jesus said: “Treat others the way that you would like to be treated.” That is our goal every day.
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a half of dead ends with other federal agencies, Elvis and Orlando walked into a U.S. Department of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) office in Greenwood Village and were directed to Andrew Anderson. The HSI agent had previously investigated another Colorado incident in which unsuspecting drivers moved contraband to Guatemala. That 2010 case involved a shipping company called Transportes Zuleta, an unwitting, DHL-type outfit that a number of Colorado-based criminals took advantage of and used to illegally ship guns to Guatemala by hiding weapons inside speakers and televisions. As Anderson worked that case and helped nab one suspect in an undercover gun buy, the white, Spanish-speaking agent came to develop a variety of Guatemalan sources around Denver. “What’s unique about the Guatemalan community here is that they all seem to know each other,” Anderson says.
When Anderson, who is now retired, learned the details surrounding Orlando’s kidnapping, not only did the story of an innocent driver bear resemblances to the Transportes Zuleta case, but Anderson was also able to go back to various sources and vet Orlando’s reputation. “I had several people say, ‘I know that guy; he’s a great guy. He takes cars to Guatemala,’ ” Anderson says. The references matched Anderson’s own sense of the man. “He seemed just to me like an older, hardworking guy,” he says. “I didn’t have any reason to think he was involved in anything.”
The agent felt comfortable enough around Orlando that he decided to take him on a few ride-alongs so that Orlando could help identify the people who’d hired him in Colorado, as well as point out properties where he had picked up vehicles. Anderson recalls some of the locations being isolated pieces of ranchland, making them difficult targets for in-person surveillance.
Surveillance difficulties weren’t the only issue, though. Once Anderson started asking around to see if any of his old sources knew the suspects—and might be willing to gather intel on them—the agent learned
that people were intimidated by Orlando’s former employers. The word was they had guns. And money. The federal agent soon began to understand why the León family was so afraid.
BY THE TIME ORLANDO began doing ridealongs with Anderson in late 2016, there had already been a number of developments in his kidnapping case south of the U.S. border. Based on a police report that Orlando had submitted before he’d returned to Colorado, the Policía Nacional Civil—Guatemala’s national police—had arrested one of his captors in March 2015. As La Prensa Libre, a Guatemalan newspaper, reported, Carlos “was captured in El Molino…. He is accused of having participated in the kidnapping of a businessman in October of 2014.”
When the León family heard the news, Elvis says he and his parents were shocked. “This doesn’t happen in a place like Guatemala,” Elvis says. “No one gets arrested there.” The report was cause for celebration, some of which Elvis captured on video. With his parents’ permission, he had begun filming his family’s experiences for
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a possible documentary. After leaving the Army on an honorable discharge, Elvis had studied film production at Aurora Community College and Regis University on the GI Bill. With a few documentary shorts in his portfolio ( Cecil & Carl , a film about an aging gay couple in Denver, played at 50 international festivals and earned eight awards), the budding auteur realized that, in the aftermath of his father’s kidnapping, he had intimate access to one of the most compelling human dramas he could imagine.
The project would eventually consume him and grow to include more than 600 hours of footage. But even from the start, Elvis recognized a second incentive to capture video: By documenting the incidents that had started to befall his family in Colorado post-kidnapping, he could gather evidence for law enforcement.
Not long after Carlos’ arrest in Guatemala, Sylvia says cars with tinted windows would slowly drive by the family’s Aurora home; in one case, Orlando remembers a vehicle parking directly in front of the house and idling there for hours with its engine on. The couple, who had never owned firearms, started keeping weapons in their house and taking target practice on the weekends. They installed security cameras around the property.
Then the family began getting calls from Guatemala, some of which Elvis captured on video. Orlando’s relatives told him they were receiving death threats—including warnings that they would “eat worms”—and begged Orlando to drop his accusation against Carlos. Another time, Orlando says one of Carlos’ lawyers called him and offered to pay back the ransom money, which he refused. Finally, Orlando says he got three calls from Carlos himself, from inside the jail where he was being held before trial. “In Guatemala, if you pay the police enough money, they’ll let you do anything inside a jail,” Orlando says. “So, Carlos calls me and says, ‘C’mon, how much money do you need?’ And I said, ‘I can’t do anything for you.’ ”
The threats to Orlando’s relatives only escalated, and he grew more embittered that the investigation wasn’t going anywhere. Elvis noticed his dad became desperate to gather more evidence. At night, Orlando had begun playing detective, driving around to map out the various homes and companies the Colorado suspects owned. While Orlando never saw any of the suspects, everyone in the León family feared that Orlando’s sleuthing might lead to his death.
By mid-2017, the case in Guatemala seemed to have stalled; Carlos’ trial had been
delayed for more than two years, and it still wasn’t clear to anyone when or if it would actually happen. The family also heard less and less from HSI, until August 2019, when Anderson delivered bad news: Without any inside sources or a suspect they could flip in Colorado, his agency couldn’t gather enough evidence on Orlando’s ex-employers to continue its investigation.
As disappointing as this development was, Sylvia prayed her husband might take Anderson’s news as a sign to give up his quest for justice. The strange cars driving by the house, the veiled threats, the constant fear—it was getting to her. “We had many fights about this,” she remembers. “I told him, ‘You are free. You are well. Think about how many times they kidnap someone and you never see them again. So please stop for us, OK?’ ”
Orlando remained implacable. He said he had to see his case through. Although Sylvia believed her husband ignored many of her pleas, she was able to get Orlando to agree to one concession: that he wouldn’t leave the United States on transmigrante runs. Per their agreement, he would only take used cars as far Los Indios, Texas, to hand them off to other drivers. After all, she said, the border was dangerous enough.
THE FREE TRADE International Bridge, a four-lane highway with barbed wire fences that spans approximately 500 feet across an emerald green section of the Rio Grande between Los Indios, Texas, and Matamoros, Mexico, has traditionally been the only border crossing that transmigrantes could use under Mexico’s visa program. That changed in March 2021, when a second port of entry in Presidio, Texas, opened. Still, Los Indios continues to see the vast majority of transmigrantes. According to data compiled by Cameron County, Texas, around 5,000 transmigrantes enter Mexico through there every month. Those numbers have created a cottage industry in Los Indios, which includes not just rest stops, convenience stores, and dorms for transmigrantes, but also so-called forwarding agencies, which transmigrantes use to pay document fees, get visa paperwork approved by Mexican officials, and get sign-off from U.S. customs agents (who check to make sure vehicles leaving the United States are not stolen).
Forwarding agencies are viewed as necessary middlemen who help transmigrantes navigate government bureaucracy. When Orlando and Reyna first started doing their trips, these agencies’ fees were negligible. But starting around 2011, the prices charged by every agency in town began climbing; by 2022,
it wasn’t uncommon for a transmigrante to pay almost $500 per vehicle in various fees.
According to a federal indictment unsealed by a U.S. District Court judge in December 2022, there were nefarious reasons behind the price hikes. A group of alleged extortionists, some of whom are U.S. citizens with family ties to the Matamoros-based Gulf Cartel, are accused of coercing Los Indios’ forwarding agencies into a price-fixing scheme. When some industry personnel refused to go along with the conspiracy, things turned violent.
On March 9, 2019, a woman who handled transmigrante paperwork and had refused to pay bribes or engage in pricefixing had driven just beyond the Free Trade International Bridge and was inside Mexican territory when gunshots crackled around her. The woman, whose identity has been concealed in the federal indictment, was shot but survived. Another industry worker she was with, Rocio Alderete, died at the scene.
Eight months later, more bullets: On November 5, 2019, three forwarding agency employees from another company that had refused to go along with extortion demands found themselves in the gunsights of assassins. This time, all three employees who had traveled to the Mexican side of the border died from gunshot wounds.
The killings laid bare a dark side of the transmigrante industry. Everyone, including Orlando and Reyna, heard about them. As the U.S. Department of Justice would reveal in its indictment charging a dozen individuals for 11 crimes, including extortion and money laundering, the accused criminal ring may have siphoned $27 million worth of fees and bribes from transmigrantes since 2011. According to one person 5280 spoke with in Los Indios who asked not to be named because the court cases are still pending, that figure is conservative.
“We do everything we can to reduce border violence,” says HSI acting deputy special agent in charge Mark Lippa, “and we understand that there’s a legitimate means for [transmigrantes] to operate in our border area.” For the transmigrante community at large, the indictment signaled that not only were American authorities approving the trade publicly, but they were also finally coming in to protect it.
ORLANDO CANNOT SAY the same for himself—in this country or in Guatemala. It is a truth he will likely never get over. On a recent day in early February, Orlando met up with Jorge Reyna at an auto junkyard near Watkins, the two veteran transmigrantes sporting oil-stained
sweatshirts to protect themselves against the Eastern Plains’ subfreezing chill.
In a hushed tone, Orlando mentioned that, just the week before, the last active case against his kidnappers had been dropped by a Guatemalan judge. He knew he should have expected this; history was simply repeating itself.
In fall 2017, Orlando had gone to Guatemala to testify in Carlos’ trial. At considerable risk, the then 62-year-old had arranged an
in-and-out operation so that he could show up at the courthouse just long enough to take the stand. Less than two weeks later, though, the judge dismissed the case. Prosecutors blamed Sylvia, a key witness, for not testifying in person—she’d been too afraid to go to Guatemala. But rumors also circulated about payoffs to court personnel and threats that influenced other witnesses’ testimonies.
Elvis says that moment, along with HSI’s later decision to drop the case, triggered
something of a collapse for the León family. After everything they’d endured, it seemed like everyone had abandoned them. Without a direction or tidy ending, Elvis’ documentary project floundered. “Everyone was always like, This is amazing. It has Netflix written all over it,” says Elvis, who has since moved to LA. But no one would actually write a check.
Arguments between his parents spiraled. “I’m not remaining silent, because everyone else remains silent,” Orlando would often tell Sylvia as he continued to press Guatemalan police to make arrests. “That’s what has allowed gangs to take over. I have to try to help others so that the same thing that happened to me can’t happen to them.”
“That fight is so big for just one man,” Sylvia would respond.
Not everyone would say Orlando’s crusade is irrational. According to Jeff Brand, a Boston-based psychologist who wrote his doctoral dissertation on trauma in Guatemala, some people simply cannot “get over” their trauma—nor should they be expected to—especially if they come from a culture fraught with violence. While not remarking on Orlando’s particular case, the psychologist says, “The idea of alleviating trauma symptoms and ‘putting it behind me’ may mean nothing when I know that, at any moment, it could happen to me again, or to the people I love, or to the community I call home.”
But home remains elusive for Orlando. While he’d like to retire in Guatemala someday, it’s still too dangerous for him there. So, he stays in Colorado, where the peril still feels very real—his ex-employer still lives in the Centennial State, and whispers suggest that he’s been asking around for Orlando’s new cell number—albeit maybe less brazen.
As Orlando and Reyna neared the heart of the junkyard, mangy dogs danced around their feet in a sludgy mixture of mud and snow. After sidestepping a piece of plywood, the two men emerged into a clearing filled with nearly a dozen used Toyota trucks with Colorado and Wyoming plates. Orlando smiled wistfully. Soon, these vehicles would be filled with used items and a group of transmigrantes would take them down through Los Indios—more American waste finding a second chance in Guatemala.
Orlando still hopes for another chance, too. “They may be abandoning them,” Orlando says of the cases against two of Carlos’ alleged co-conspirators in Guatemala. “But, in my mind, I know that someone is going to help me find justice one day.” m
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Mark H. Wright 930 N. Cedar St. 719-624-4122 mhwdds.com
Kirsten L. Ziuchkovski FLINTRIDGE DENTAL CENTER 5770 Flintridge Drive, Suite 210 719-593-8701 flintridgedentalcare.com
CONIFER Christopher J. Higuchi ASPEN PARK DENTAL 27132 Main St., Suite 200 303-816-9411 aspenparkdental.com
Aaron K. Kubicek ASPEN PARK DENTAL 27132 Main St., Suite 200 303-816-9411 aspenparkdental.com
CRESTED BUTTE
Stephanie Miller CRESTED BUTTE DENTAL 80 Glacier St. 970-349-5880
crestedbuttedentist.com
Chelsea Stangl
CRESTED BUTTE DENTAL 80 Glacier St. 970-349-5880 crestedbuttedentist.com
DENVER Wameedh Abdulameer FIRST CHOICE DENTAL 5075 Leetsdale Drive, Unit F 303-320-0734 firstchoicedentalco.com
Kevin S. Berry TMJ THERAPY & SLEEP CENTER OF COLORADO 1660 S. Albion St., Suite 1008 303-691-0267 tmjtherapyandsleepcenter.com
William C. Bissell
BISSELL DENTAL GROUP 1660 S. Albion St., Suite 607 303-757-6139 bisselldentalgroup.com
Chad A. Braun 4TH AVENUE FAMILY DENTISTRY 390 University Blvd. 303-333-5361 4thavenuefamilydentistry.com
Terry L. Brewick
ONEIDA PARK DENTAL STUDIO 6920 E. 23rd Ave. 303-531-1578 oneidaparkdentalstudio.com
Colleen S. Carter 3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 218 303-765-2824 drcartersmiles.com
Erin Cherry WYNKOOP DENTISTRY 1501 Wazee St., Unit 1A 303-572-4487 wynkoopdentistry.com
Ewelina Ciula EC FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 700 N. Broadway, Suite 1133 303-863-1177 ecfamilydentist.com
Preet K. Clair CLAIR FAMILY DENTISTRY 8793 E. Northfield Blvd. 303-322-2081 clairdental.com
Thomas Croghan PARK HILL DENTAL ARTS 4624 E. 23rd Ave. 303-377-8662 parkhilldental.com
Jim Downs LÊDOWNS DENTISTRY 820 Clermont St., Suite 310 303-377-9278 ledownsdentistry.com
Inna Dunker ACCORD DENTAL 2121 S. Oneida St., Suite 321 303-796-8767 accorddentalgroup.com
Matthew T. Dunn CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.com
Saul Escala ESCALA FAMILY DENTISTRY 590 S. Federal Blvd. 303-936-6188 escalafamilydentistry.com
John M. Flanigan FLANIGAN DENTISTRY 2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 400 303-758-3935 flanigandentistry.com
Lindsay Fox LODO DENTAL 1435 Wazee St., Suite 102 303-623-5636 lododental.com
Nicole Furuta LODO DENTAL 1435 Wazee St., Suite 102 303-623-5636 lododental.com
Cody Garrison CITY ROOTS DENTAL 4433 W. 29th Ave., Suite 206 720-428-8916 cityrootsdental.com
Melissa Goodpaster
CHERRY CREEK DENTAL SPA 155 S. Madison St., Suite 220 303-835-0033 cherrycreekdentalspa.com
Robert Greene THE DENTISTRY PLACE 999 S. Logan St., Suite 202 303-974-5533 thedentistryplacedenver.com
Kyle R. Griffith DENVER TECH DENTISTRY 8181 E. Tufts Ave., Suite 550 720-488-9090 denvertechdentistry.com
Timothy L. Gutierrez Jr. MIDTOWN DENTAL 1800 Vine St. 303-377-2345 midtowndentaldenver.com
Gary E. Hagen CHERRY CREEK DDS 90 Madison St., Suite 406 303-393-6006 cherrycreekdds.com
Brandon Hall ESPIRE DENTAL 1590 Little Raven St., Suite 180 720-675-8983 espiredental.com
Eric A. Hamidi SOUTHEAST DENTAL ARTS 4380 S. Syracuse St., Suite 504 303-741-1011 southeastdentalarts.com
Megan Harbaugh GLENN FAMILY DENTISTRY 3600 S. Beeler St., Suite 120 303-779-2592 glennfamilydentistry.com
John R. Hargreaves III CHERRY CREEK DENTISTRY 3655 S. Monaco Parkway 303-758-7676 cherrycreekdentistry.com
Olinga Hargreaves CHERRY CREEK DENTISTRY 3655 S. Monaco Parkway 303-758-7676 cherrycreekdentistry.com
Heather K. Harris 3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 402 303-393-0039 drheatherharris.com
Melissa Hatzidakis
EC FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 700 N. Broadway, Suite 1133 303-863-1177 ecfamilydentist.com
Meghan M. Holub WYNKOOP DENTISTRY 1501 Wazee St., Unit 1A 303-572-4487 wynkoopdentistry.com
Makala B. Hubbell LOWRY FAMILY DENTISTRY 8158 E. Fifth Ave., Suite 150 303-366-3000 lowryfamilydentistry.com
Carley Janda CITY ROOTS DENTAL 4433 W. 29th Ave., Suite 206 720-428-8916 cityrootsdental.com
Molly Johnson WILLIAMS FAMILY DENTISTRY 4624 Central Park Blvd., Suite 102 303-945-2699 margiewilliamsdds.com
Jeff D. Johnston ASCENT DENTAL GROUP 4500 E. Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 100 303-975-6987 ascentdental.com
Mark A. Jolstad
COMFORT DENTAL CHERRY CREEK 201 University Blvd., Suite 101 303-321-2233 comfortdental.com
Roy Kaluzshner METROPOLITAN DENTAL CARE 1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200 303-534-2626 metrodentalcare.com
Ruth Kang 496 S. Dayton St., Suite 3 303-360-5660 dentistkang.com
Jennifer Karaskevicus PERFECT TEETH 4521 E. Virginia Ave. 303-388-5501 perfectteeth.com
Dale Kim DAYTON DENTAL 2020 S. Parker Road, Suite F 720-477-1449 daytondentaldenver.com
Thomas J. Kirchner 820 Clermont St., Suite 110 303-399-7106
Malgorzata R. Korosciel SOUTHEAST DENVER DENTAL 7995 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 206 303-757-7175
Chandra L. Kreider KREIDER FAMILY DENTISTRY 3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 312 303-744-3636
Susan H. Kurtz 300 S. Jackson St., Suite 510 303-388-5222
Gregg L. Lage 7475 Dakin St., Suite 335 303-427-4552 thedentistindenverco.com
Kelly Lamoreaux AVENUE DENTAL STUDIO 4725 S. Monaco St., Suite 340 720-240-4740 avenuedentalstudio.com
Nickie Lê LÊDOWNS DENTISTRY 820 Clermont St., Suite 310 303-377-9278 ledownsdentistry.com
Brett Levin ESPIRE DENTAL 6825 E. Tennessee Ave., Suite 621 303-333-2221 espiredental.com
Alexandra Lindauer WYNKOOP DENTISTRY 1501 Wazee St., Unit 1A 305-572-4487 wynkoopdentistry.com
Clifford S. Litvak
LITVAK & WOLLER ESTHETIC COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY 695 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 380 303-777-8850 litvakwollerdds.com
Ping-Ping F. Lucero CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.com
Juliann C. Lyons 6825 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 201 303-756-6862
James W. Makowski MAKOWSKI DENTAL 1220 S. Parker Road, Suite 104 303-751-5558 makowskidental.com
Anis Manshad MOUNTAIN VIEW DENTAL ASSOCIATES 4590 Lowell Blvd. 303-455-8962 mountainviewdds.com
Aous Manshad MOUNTAIN VIEW DENTAL ASSOCIATES 4590 Lowell Blvd. 303-455-8962 mountainviewdds.com
Chelsea F. Mayer CITY SMILES FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICE 100 Spruce St., Suite 100 303-363-6363 city-smiles.com
Kareen K. McIntosh MCINTOSH DENTISTRY 495 Uinta Way, Suite 200 303-366-4700 mcintoshdentistry.com
James McLain DOWNING STREET DENTAL 2121 S. Downing St. 303-733-8885 downingstreetdental.com
Ben Mollner MOLLNER DENTISTRY 975 Lincoln St., Suite 203 303-578-6684 mollnerdentistry.com
Nate Mollner MOLLNER DENTISTRY 975 Lincoln St., Suite 203 303-578-6684 mollnerdentistry.com
Rena Mollner MOLLNER DENTISTRY 975 Lincoln St., Suite 203 303-578-6684 mollnerdentistry.com
Thomas E. Ouellette 1391 N. Speer Blvd., Suite 540 303-296-1402 lododentist.com
William P. Paini ADVANCED AESTHETIC DENTISTRY 1164 Elati St. 303-246-0100 ddsdenver.com
Cynthia M. Parkinson 55 Madison St., Suite 320 303-355-3080
Thomas H. Pyne 12075 E. 45th Ave., Suite 333 303-371-9131 tompynedds.com
John T. Raabe RAABE FAMILY DENTISTRY 4200 E. Eighth Ave., Suite 200 303-320-0160 dendds.com
Gary M. Radz DENVER PLACE DENTISTRY 999 18th St., Suite 1300 303-298-1414 downtowndenverdentist.com
David Y. Redford II UNIVERSITY DENTAL ARTS 1675 Larimer St., Suite 880 303-534-7797 universitydentalarts.com
Maureen Roach METROPOLITAN DENTAL CARE 1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200 303-534-2626 metrodentalcare.com
Stephen A. Robertson 3401 S. Oneida Way, Suite A 303-756-2914
Jennifer Rohleder HIGHLAND SMILES 3480 W. 32nd Ave. 303-623-0407 highlandsmiles.net
Eric C. Rossow ASPEN DENTAL 3300 E. First Ave., Suite 300 720-438-4208 cherry-creekdentist.com
Daniel J. Selner DENVER TECH DENTISTRY 8181 E. Tufts Ave., Suite 550 720-488-9090 denvertechdentistry.com
David M. Singer CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.com
Douglas W. Smith CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.com
James H. Stambaugh CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.com
Heather L. Stamm STAMM DENTAL 1960 N. Ogden St., Suite 260 303-839-5109 cosmeticdentistrydenver.com
Kate S. Steele STEELE DENTISTRY 8655 Montview Blvd. 303-278-3353 steeledental.com
Stephanie S. Stratil THE DENTISTS ON PEARL 1905 S. Pearl St. 303-498-9207 thedentistsonpearl.com
Nazeli Tarjan ICON DENTAL 1425 Market St., Suite 100 720-645-2153 icondentaldenver.com
Andrea L. Taylor DENVER TECH DENTISTRY 8181 E. Tufts Ave., Suite 550 720-488-9090 denvertechdentistry.com
Karlyn Taylor CENTRAL PARK DENTAL 2373 Central Park Blvd., Suite 304 303-388-2400 cpddenver.com
Andreea Torok BLACK MOUNTAIN FAMILY DENTISTRY 1540 S. Holly St., Suite 2 303-800-3857 blackmountaindentistry.com
Kurt K. Tsumura MIDTOWN DENTAL 1800 Vine St. 303-377-2345 midtowndentaldenver.com
Eric Van Zytveld 1391 Speer Blvd., Suite 540 303-296-3851 ericvanzytvelddds.com
Leon Vilner ACCORD DENTAL 2121 S. Oneida St., Suite 321 303-796-8767 accorddentalgroup.com
Stefanie S. Walker PEARL DENTISTRY 2200 W. 29th Ave. 720-440-9296 pearldentistrydenver.com
Dawn White METROPOLITAN DENTAL CARE 1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200 303-534-2626 metrodentalcare.com
Christopher A. Whitestone 4TH AVENUE FAMILY DENTISTRY 390 University Blvd. 303-333-5361 4thavenuefamilydentistry.com
Margie Williams WILLIAMS FAMILY DENTISTRY 4624 Central Park Blvd., Suite 102 303-945-2699 margiewilliamsdds.com
Chadwick N. Williamson PRIMARY DENTAL 5801 W. 44th Ave., Unit C 720-248-9744 primarydental.com
James R. Woller
LITVAK & WOLLER ESTHETIC COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY 695 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 380 303-777-8850 litvakwollerdds.com
Ryan C. Woody WOODY DENTAL 5989 E. Colfax Ave. 303-388-9000 woodydentaldenver.com
Cynthia D. Wright THE DENTISTS ON PEARL 1905 S. Pearl St. 303-498-9207 thedentistsonpearl.com
Joshua Wyte WYTE SMILES FAMILY DENTISTRY 2131 S. Grape St. 303-753-9916 wytesmiles.com
EDGEWATER
Darren Bennett SLOANSIDE DENTAL 2045 Sheridan Blvd., Suite H 303-274-1100 sloansidedental.com
ENGLEWOOD
Benjamin C. Bass
CHERRY HILLS DENTAL ASSOCIATES 6501 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 120 888-672-7256 cherryhillsdentist.com
Michael K. Diorio 3601 S. Clarkson St., Suite 320 303-762-9575 dioriodds.com
Bryan D. Gibbs CHERRY HILLS DENTAL ASSOCIATES 6501 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 120 888-672-7256 cherryhillsdentist.com
Paul M. Hayes ENGLEWOOD DENTAL EXCELLENCE 3701 S. Clarkson St., Suite 210 303-781-2811
Jason L. Heiken 10111 Inverness Main St., Suite E 303-781-3603 jasonheikendds.com
Sahel Khorshidian CITY CENTER DENTAL GROUP OF ENGLEWOOD 800 Englewood Parkway, Suite A-201 303-744-5000 citycenterdentalgroup.com
Mark R. Pasternak INVERNESS FAMILY DENTISTRY 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 230 303-792-9904 pasternakdmd.com
Justin B. Pearson CITY CENTER DENTAL GROUP OF ENGLEWOOD 800 Englewood Parkway, Suite A-201 303-744-5000 citycenterdentalgroup.com
John D. Pfalzgraf
CHERRY HILLS DENTAL ASSOCIATES 6501 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 120 888-672-7256 cherryhillsdentist.com
Ryan M. Redfearn FIT TO SMILE DENTAL 3601 S. Clarkson St., Suite 200 303-762-8046 fittosmile.com
Thomas C. Reed CITY CENTER DENTAL GROUP OF ENGLEWOOD 800 Englewood Parkway, Suite A-201 303-744-5000 citycenterdentalgroup.com
Christopher L. Shank MOUNTAIN VIEW DENTAL CARE 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 310 303-768-8977 mountainviewdentaldtc.com
Kelly A. Shibilski
UNKEL & SHIBILSKI DENTAL 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 360 720-875-1130 uandsdental.com
Stephen L. Unkel
UNKEL & SHIBILSKI DENTAL 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 360 720-875-1130 uandsdental.com
EVERGREEN P. Jenny Foster
FOSTER FAMILY DENTAL 30940 Stagecoach Blvd., Suite E-250 303-674-6777 fosterfamilydental.com
Kelly S. Last ELEVATION DENTAL 30772 Southview Drive, Suite 200 303-674-6264 elevationdental.net
Kenneth E. LeVos LEVOS DENTISTRY 30752 Southview Drive, Suite 200 303-674-5725 levosdentistry.com
Alex R. Roberts BUFFALO PARK DENTISTRY 28577 Buffalo Park Road, Suite 260 303-674-7741 buffaloparkdentistry.com
FEDERAL HEIGHTS
Jason R. Van Wagenen ADVANCED DENTAL 1557 W. 84th Ave. 303-426-4860 advdental.net
Alan Wong FEDERAL HEIGHTS FAMILY DENTISTRY 8411 N. Stacy Drive 303-429-6411 federalheightsdental.com
FORT COLLINS
Arica Abrames WELLS & ABRAMES DENTAL 702 W. Drake Road, Building G 970-493-9299 wellsabramesdental.com
Kenneth B. Allen ESPIRE DENTAL 2117 Custer Drive 970-221-3700 espiredental.com
Jonathan M. Anderson PARAGON DENTAL 4745 Boardwalk Drive, Building D, Suite 102 970-552-7874
Sharla E. Aronson ARONSON FAMILY DENTAL 4027 E. Boardwalk Drive 970-472-0488 aronsonfamilydental.com
Lindsey L. Cosper SPRING CREEK DENTAL 2001 S. Shields St., Suite C-1 970-482-8883 mydentistfortcollins.com
Brian A. Cox 1343 E. Prospect Road, Suite D-2 970-484-3959
Kerrie E. Cunningham ALPINE DENTAL HEALTH 1136 E. Stuart St., Building 3, Suite 3140 970-482-1520 alpinedentalhealth.com
Bradley Eckhardt FRONT RANGE DENTAL CENTER 2720 Council Tree Ave., Suite 260 970-673-7321 frontrangedentalcenter.com
Geoffrey R. Engelhardt ENGELHARDT & NELSON FAMILY DENTISTRY 1136 E. Stuart St., Building 4, Suite 104 970-484-4890 drgeoffdds.com
Cory E. Foster 2000 Vermont Drive, Suite 210 970-223-5258 drcoryfoster.com
Wes Galyardt BIGHORN FAMILY DENTAL 2105 Bighorn Road, Suite 200 970-226-5400 bighornfamilydental.com
Richard Gray POUDRE VALLEY FAMILY DENTAL 2032 Lowe St., Suite 100 970-221-3020 poudrevalleyfamilydental.com
Patrick M. Harrison BIGHORN FAMILY DENTAL 2105 Bighorn Road, Suite 200 970-226-5400 bighornfamilydental.com
Daniel A. Holmes HOLMES DENTAL 2133 S. Timberline Road, Suite 100 970-221-2499 holmesdds.com
Nicole Z. Holmes HOLMES DENTAL 2133 S. Timberline Road, Suite 100 970-221-2499 holmesdds.com
Jordan Humbert CENTRE FAMILY DENTISTRY 1001 Centre Ave. 970-407-1001 fortcollinsdentist.com
Sandra Hunter FRONT RANGE DENTAL CENTER 2720 Council Tree Ave., Suite 260 970-673-7321 frontrangedentalcenter.com
Abbey Kramer DENTAL CENTER OF THE ROCKIES 1424 E. Horsetooth Road, Suite 4 970-223-2886 dentalcenteroftherockies.com
Jacqueline M. Kramer DENTAL CENTER OF THE ROCKIES 1424 E. Horsetooth Road, Suite 4 970-223-2886 dentalcenteroftherockies.com
Jeffrey S. Kramer DENTAL CENTER OF THE ROCKIES 1424 E. Horsetooth Road, Suite 4 970-223-2886 dentalcenteroftherockies.com
Shiloh D. Lindsey ESPIRE DENTAL 2117 Custer Drive 970-900-8283 espiredental.com
Michael G. McDill Jr. ALPINE DENTAL HEALTH 950 S. Taft Hill Road 970-484-5297 alpinedentalhealth.com
Brian C. Modrowski PEAK FAMILY DENTAL 2021 Battlecreek Drive, Suite C 970-229-0099 peakfamilydental.com
Michael P. Murphy MURPHY DENTAL 2038 Caribou Drive, Suite 101 970-225-8081 murphydentalfc.com
Vinna C. Norris 1221 E. Elizabeth St., Suite 2 970-221-1400 dentistsfortcollins.com
Kathryn Radtke FRONT RANGE DENTAL CENTER 2720 Council Tree Ave., Suite 260 970-673-7321 frontrangedentalcenter.com
Veronica D. Ray RAY DENTAL 901 E. Harmony Road, Suite 110 970-206-0045 drveronicaray.com
Edmund L. Robison 1008 Driftwood Drive, Suite A 970-226-5433
Joseph Roeder
GREYROCK FAMILY DENTISTRY 1023 Robertson St. 970-484-6880 greyrockfamilydentistry.com
Mesa Roth ALPINE DENTAL HEALTH 950 S. Taft Hill Road 970-484-5297 alpinedentalhealth.com
Travis R. Willey GLACIER CREEK DENTAL 3027 E. Harmony Road, Suite 120 970-267-0993 glaciercreekdental.com
Adam J. Youngquist
SOUTH SHIELDS DENTAL GROUP 1103 S. Shields St. 970-484-3213
Colleen F. Zimmer ZIMMER FAMILY DENTISTRY 1343 E. Prospect Road, Suite 1 970-221-4500 zimmerfamilydentistry.com
Richard H. Zimmer
ZIMMER FAMILY DENTISTRY 1343 E. Prospect Road, Suite 1 970-221-4500 zimmerfamilydentistry.com
FOXFIELD
Michael J. Miller
FOXFIELD DENTAL 16350 E. Arapahoe Road 720-870-0401 foxfielddental.com
Kate Hakala
HAKALA FAMILY DENTISTRY 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 100 303-321-8967 hakalafamilydentistry.com
GLENDALE
David P. Micklin
CHERRY CREEK DENTAL GROUP 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 700 303-322-8600 cherrycreekdentists.com
GOLDEN
John M. Burchfield Jr.
GOLDEN DENTAL CARE 2007 Jackson St. 303-279-3992 goldendentalcare.com
Nancy E. Gill
GOLDEN DENTAL SOLUTIONS 1218 Arapahoe St. 303-277-9600 mygoldendentist.com
Dallas D. Kenson
GOLDEN DENTAL SOLUTIONS 1218 Arapahoe St. 303-277-9600 mygoldendentist.com
Jamie I. Richard
DENTISTRY AT GOLDEN RIDGE 755 Heritage Road, Suite 120 303-395-3333 dentistrygoldenridge.com
GREELEY Bryan S. Casseday 1815 61st Ave., Suite 103 970-351-6200 drbcgreeley.com
Blake E. Cure GREELEY COMPLETE DENTISTRY 1819 61st Ave., Suite 102 970-356-7474 yourgreeleydentist.com
Joseph S. Thompson
THOMPSON ADVANCED DENTISTRY 5150 W. 20th St. 970-351-6500 greeleysmiles.com
GREENWOOD VILLAGE Lissa Alconcel GREENWOOD DENTAL ARTS 8490 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 370 303-740-9353 greenwooddentalarts.com
Robin M. Asbury METRO SMILES 8200 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 460E 303-768-8443 smilesbydrrobin.com
Tasos Belegratis GREENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES 7000 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 205 303-773-0960 greenwooddental.com
Eva Bodoni 8000 E. Prentice Ave., Suite B-7 303-221-1588
Aurora G. Burluc DTC DENTAL CARE 8480 E. Orchard Road, Suite 4300 303-771-1009 auroraburlucdds.com
Eric G. D’Hondt GREENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES 7000 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 205 303-773-0960 greenwooddental.com
Chris J. Dumas 6900 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 203 303-796-8668 drdumas.com
Charles Fischer GREENWOOD DENTAL ARTS 8490 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 370 303-740-9353
greenwooddentalarts.com
Katherine T. Johnson GREENWOOD DENTAL ARTS 8490 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 370 303-740-9353
greenwooddentalarts.com
Brett Kessler
LANDMARK DENTAL STUDIO 5425 Landmark Place, Suite 307 303-773-8012
spweinsteindds.com
Carolyn Kittell
SMILE ESSENTIALS 8200 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 435-E 303-779-9472 smileessentialsdental.com
Rachel L. LePera GREENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES
7000 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 205 303-773-0960 greenwooddental.com
Stacey N. Miller INSPIRED DENTISTRY 7447 E. Berry Ave., Suite 240 303-741-2717 staceymillerdds.com
Hanh Phi NOUVELLE DENTISTRY 8000 E. Belleview Ave., Suite E-15 303-770-8870 nouvelledentistry.com
John Sievers WESTLANDS PARK ADVANCED DENTISTRY 7400 E. Crestline Circle, Suite 110 303-771-7907 westlandsdentistry.com
Catherine Vieregger VIBRANCE COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY 7400 E. Crestline Circle, Suite 230 303-770-1116 vibrancedentistry.com
Steven P. Weinstein LANDMARK DENTAL STUDIO 5425 Landmark Place, Suite 307 303-773-8012 spweinsteindds.com
Steven Zervas VILLAGE DENTAL 5670 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 404 720-730-9140 villagedentaldtc.com
HIGHLANDS RANCH
Brent D. Bailey COLORADO PRECISION DENTISTRY 66 Springer Drive, Suite 204 303-481-0565 copdo.com
Eric Chatterley CHATTERLEY FAMILY DENTISTRY 9299 S. Broadway, Suite 200 303-791-6700 chatterleydentistry.com
Michelle O. Haynes HIGHLANDS RANCH SMILES 9461 S. University Blvd. 303-470-1377 hrsmiles.com
Amanda McCabe HIGHLANDS RANCH SMILES 9461 S. University Blvd. 303-470-1377 hrsmiles.com
Christopher A. McConnell 200 W. County Line Road, Suite 240 303-791-6900 chrismcconnelldds.com
Elizabeth McInerney HIGHLANDS RANCH FAMILY DENTISTRY 541 W. Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 101 303-346-1118 rysnerdental.com
Courtney McKeever
HIGHLANDS RANCH SMILES 9461 S. University Blvd. 303-470-1377 hrsmiles.com
Kyle O’Donnell ALPINE VISTA DENTAL 200 W. County Line Road, Suite 210 303-791-0413 alpinevistadental.com
Sarah D. Parsons
COTTONWOOD DENTAL GROUP 6660 Timberline Road, Suite 130 303-694-9740 cottonwooddentalgroup.com
Amy M. Roberts 303 DENTAL GROUP 300 Plaza Drive, Suite 150 303-683-3332 303dentalgroup.com
Eric T. Rysner
HIGHLANDS RANCH FAMILY DENTISTRY 541 W. Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 101 303-346-1118 rysnerdental.com
Philip E. Wimpee COLORADO SMILE DESIGN 9135 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Suite 120 303-979-2900 coloradosmiledesign.com
Lynelle J. Zabel
HIGHLANDS RANCH DENTAL CARE 9137 S. Ridgeline Blvd., Suite 150 303-470-0017 highlandsranchdentalcare.com
LAFAYETTE
Thomas Kammer SAGE DENTAL CARE 2695 Northpark Drive, Suite 104 303-604-6355 sagedentalcare.com
Gregory D. Keene KEENE SMILES 255 W. South Boulder Road 303-665-5586 keenesmiles.com
Dawn Wehking
COMPLETE FAMILY & AESTHETIC DENTISTRY 204 E. Baseline Road 303-665-4000 dentistlafayette.com
Gordon H. West BOULDER COUNTY SMILES 1140 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 201 720-623-1046 bouldercountysmiles.com
LAKEWOOD Eric S. Adler
NORTHSTAR DENTAL 860 Tabor St., Suite 100 303-234-1112 northstardentalco.com
Gregory A. Bauer BEAR CREEK FAMILY DENTAL 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite D-309 303-988-6767 dentistlakewoodco.com
David G. Collins BELMAR PARK DENTAL CARE 1555 S. Wadsworth Blvd. 303-986-9522 belmarparkdental.com
Daniel K. Duvall 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 316 303-986-0043 danielduvalldds.com
Christopher Elson 7373 W. Jefferson Ave., Suite 403 303-972-2700 chriselsondds.com
Chelsea M. Freiberg FREIBERG FAMILY DENTISTRY 255 Union Blvd., Suite 495 303-989-1423 freibergfamilydentistry.com
Brian A. Furgason 10881 W. Asbury Ave., Suite 100 303-988-6938 drbrianfurgason.com
Leana K. Grace GRACE & LEEDY FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY 10881 W. Asbury Ave., Suite 210 303-989-0452 graceleedydentistry.com
Scott Greenhalgh 3190 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 300 303-988-9060 scottgreenhalghdds.com
Curtis D. Johnsen 2349 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-232-5555 doctorjohnsen.com
Julia T. Kasper COLORADO FAMILY DENTISTRY 255 Union Blvd., Suite 410 720-477-4424 cofamilydentistry.com
Sam Kawakami DENVER WEST DENTAL GROUP 14062 Denver West Parkway, Building 52, Suite 120 303-279-5050 denverwestdentalgroup.com
Mark Leedy GRACE & LEEDY FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY 10881 W. Asbury Ave., Suite 210 303-989-0452 graceleedydentistry.com
Brian S. Levitin MILE HIGH SMILES 8015 W. Alameda Ave., Suite 250 303-232-1830 milehighsmiles.com
Michael J. Lueck MCARTHUR DENTISTRY 2535 S. Lewis Way, Suite 207 303-935-9448 mcarthurdentistry.com
Jacqueline Wright O’Beirne 608 Garrison St., Suite Q 303-985-4415 smilesbydrjackie.com
James P. Phillips 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite D-325 303-989-8551
Brian J. Polidori
COLORADO PREMIER DENTAL 6565 W. Jewell Ave., Suite 1A 303-529-2170 coloradopremierdental.com
Thomas H. Pott WHITE ROCK FAMILY DENTAL 12600 W. Colfax Ave., Suite B-160 303-237-0307 whiterockfamilydental.com
Marin Rosenvold ELSKA DENTAL 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 303-D 720-710-4294 elskadental.com
Emily Saunders WHITE ROCK FAMILY DENTAL 12600 W. Colfax Ave., Suite B-160 303-237-0307 whiterockfamilydental.com
Jessica A. Stevens STEVENS FAMILY DENTAL 3190 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 300 303-867-3701 stevensfamilydental.com
Barbara D. Swankhouse SWANKHOUSE DENTAL 363 S. Harlan St., Suite 110 303-935-6559 swankhousedental.com
David Swanson ASSOCIATED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS 8015 W. Alameda Ave., Suite 170 303-232-2929
Kelly Thompson BELMAR DENTISTRY 15 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-936-3700 belmardentistry.com
Christina S. VerSchave BELMAR SMILES 325 S. Teller St., Suite 290 303-935-3574 belmarsmiles.com
Marcus J. Walker 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite D-325 303-989-8551
Dann F. Whalen ASSOCIATED DENTAL PROFESSIONALS 8015 W. Alameda Ave., Suite 170 303-232-2929
Zachary A. Young KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 2020 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 18 303-431-1221 mykidschoicedental.com
LITTLETON Stephen D. Barker SOUTHBRIDGE DENTISTRY 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 202 303-798-4967 southbridgedentistry.com
Amy L. Becker
HIGHLINE FAMILY DENTISTRY
2 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 125 303-794-6800 highlinefamilydentistry.com
Chad M. Belongea SOUTHWEST PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS WITH ADULT DENTISTRY 6931 S. Pierce St., Suite 101 303-978-1104 swpdo.com
Claire-Marie Bender WINDERMERE FAMILY DENTISTRY 2100 W. Littleton Blvd., Unit A 303-798-4571 windermerefamilydentistry.com
David L. Bevans 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 100 303-798-1454
Jason L. Blanchard BLANCHARD & RICHARDSON FAMILY DENTISTRY 8089 S. Lincoln St., Suite 102 303-794-9271 blanchardandrichardson familydentistry.com
Shane Bowen SOUTHBRIDGE DENTISTRY 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 202 303-798-4967 southbridgedentistry.com
Dana M. Boyd-Page PAGE DENTAL ARTS 10026 W. San Juan Way, Suite 150 303-794-4542 pagedentalarts.com
Allison H. Brown HIGH FOREST DENTAL 8246 W. Bowles Ave., Suite S 303-932-0200 highforestdental.com
Victor H. Burdick Jr. LITTLETON RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY 26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 720 303-794-4424 burdickdentistry.com
C. Daren Carlile COLUMBINE FAMILY DENTAL 6901 S. Pierce St., Suite 335 303-973-1900 columbinefamilydental.com
Vance Carlson CARLSON FAMILY DENTISTRY 9859 W. Coal Mine Ave. 720-735-0200 carlsonfamilydentistry.com
Anne Casson LITTLETON FAMILY DENTAL 26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 375 303-797-3867 littletonfamilydental.com
Ryan L. Cooper SUNCREEK DENTAL GROUP 7761 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 250 303-933-2522 suncreekdental.com
Amy Copeland COPELAND FAMILY DENTAL 1420 W. Canal Court, Suite 170 303-791-8530 copelandfamilydental.com
G. Heath Copeland
COPELAND FAMILY DENTAL 1420 W. Canal Court, Suite 170 303-791-8530 copelandfamilydental.com
David D. Daugherty
ASPEN VIEW DENTAL 5104 S. Field St., Suite A 303-935-3737 aspenviewdental.com
Tricia Doukas
SERENITY DENTAL 26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 760 303-857-5006 serenitydentallittleton.com
David Flack FLACK FAMILY DENTISTRY 5035 S. Kipling Parkway, Suite B-2 303-933-3111 familydentistrylittleton.com
Alan C. Goral KEN CARYL DENTAL CENTER 10789 Bradford Road, Suite 100 303-933-2273 kencarylsmiles.com
Jeffrey B. Grout
GROUT FAMILY DENTISTRY 8 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 101 303-730-1222 groutfamilydentistry.com
Robert D. Hendry HENDRY DENTISTRY 9200 W. Cross Drive, Suite 407 303-933-4117 hendrydental.com
Kayee Herzberg KEN CARYL DENTISTRY 7631 Shaffer Parkway, Suite B 303-973-5280 kencaryldentistry.com
Hang T. Hoang CLEMENT PARK DENTAL CARE 8500 W. Bowles Ave., Suite 305 303-972-2988 dentalworks.com
Alison Hoover SOUTHBRIDGE DENTISTRY 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 202 303-798-4967 southbridgedentistry.com
Bruce H. Johnson 8246 W. Bowles Ave., Suite S 303-989-0577 brucehjohnson.com
Alexandra Kantor COLUMBINE CREEK DENTISTRY 4760 W. Mineral Ave., Suite 60 720-784-0145 columbinecreekdentistry.com
Stephanie S. Karlin
DAKOTA RIDGE DENTAL 13402 W. Coal Mine Ave., Suite 270 303-933-2420 dakotaridgedental.com
Susan Kutis BLUE SAGE DENTAL 10354 W. Chatfield Ave., Suite 100 720-924-4849 bluesagedental.com
Christina Linn PLATTE CANYON DENTAL 5950 S. Platte Canyon Road, Suite D9 303-797-2286 plattecanyondental.com
Darlyne M. Loper 1279 W. Littleton Blvd. 303-794-3969 drloperdentist.com
Shawn P. Maloy OLD TOWN DENTAL 5419 S. Curtice St. 303-798-4515 old-town-dental.com
Christopher R. Morris 7720 S. Broadway, Suite 430 303-835-6956 drchristophermorris.com
Todd S. Oldroyd
OLDROYD FAMILY DENTISTRY 10106 W. San Juan Way, Suite 120 303-795-6444 oldroyddmd.com
Cristiana Oltean SKY DENTAL 11757 W. Ken Caryl Ave. 303-979-9488 skydentalcolorado.com
Erik A. Palmberg 2 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 170 303-741-4600 yourdrycreekdentist.com
Jason P. Rand
KEN CARYL DENTAL CENTER 10789 Bradford Road, Suite 100 303-933-2273 kencarylsmiles.com
Brian L. Richardson BLANCHARD & RICHARDSON FAMILY DENTISTRY 8089 S. Lincoln St., Suite 102 303-794-9271 blanchardandrichardson familydentistry.com
Mollie E. Richardson RIVERSIDE DENTAL 2630 W. Belleview Ave., Suite 260 720-524-3854 riversidedental-co.com
Elliott Rotert
OLDROYD FAMILY DENTISTRY 10106 W. San Juan Way, Suite 120 303-795-6444 oldroyddmd.com
Ryan Scheidel
SOUTH BROADWAY DENTAL CARE 7261 S. Broadway, Suite 102 303-798-2305 southbroadwaydentalcare.com
Brian J. Svoboda
SOUTHBRIDGE DENTISTRY 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 202 303-798-4967 southbridgedentistry.com
David R. Tomasetti 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 100 303-798-2822
Walt Vogl ROCKY VIEW FAMILY DENTAL CARE & IMPLANT CENTER 1 W. Dry Creek Circle 303-797-6129 rockyviewdentalcare.com
Bradley C. Weekes COMFORT DENTAL 8420 W. Coal Mine Ave. 303-904-2273 comfortdental.com
LONE TREE
Adam D. Almeida
ALMEIDA & BELL DENTAL 8683 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 200 303-858-9000 almeidadental.com
Sandra C. Ambida
AMBIDA FAMILY DENTISTRY 9695 S. Yosemite St., Suite 225 303-790-8338 ambidadental.com
Kara Arnold MEADOWS DENTAL GROUP 7430 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 100 303-790-2323 parkmeadowsdentalgroup.com
Christopher J. Baer BAER DENTAL 9695 S. Yosemite St., Suite 327 303-557-6453 baerdental.com
Paul W. Bell ALMEIDA & BELL DENTAL 8683 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 200 303-858-9000 almeidadental.com
Kelly R. Freeman LONE TREE FAMILY DENTISTRY 10455 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 101 303-790-0234 lone-treefamilydentistry.com
Jeanice E. Jones MILE HIGH SMILES & ESTHETICS 10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 102 303-790-4300 milehighsmilesandesthetics.com
Eugene Liu WILLOW CREEK DENTAL 9400 Station St., Suite 175 303-779-2797 willowcreekdds.com
Joseph P. O’Leary MEADOWS DENTAL GROUP 7430 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 100 303-790-2323 parkmeadowsdentalgroup.com
Angela M. Osborn 9105 Kimmer Drive 303-799-9993 osborndental.com
Scott Peppler MEADOWS DENTAL GROUP 7430 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 100 303-790-2323 parkmeadowsdentalgroup.com
LONGMONT
Daniel J. Maurer LONGMONT COMPLETE DENTISTRY 2211 Mountain View Ave. 720-552-5350 longmontcompletedentistry.com
James A. Maurer
LONGMONT COMPLETE DENTISTRY 2211 Mountain View Ave. 720-552-5350 longmontcompletedentistry.com
Peter Mertz MERTZ FAMILY DENTISTRY 1325 Dry Creek Drive, Suite 304 303-678-1111 mertzfamilydentistry.com
Todd M. Roby
FAMILY & RECONSTRUCTIVE DENTISTRY 1055 17th Ave., Suite 203 303-776-2020 toddrobydds.com
LOUISVILLE Zade Faraj STUDIO Z DENTAL 818 W. South Boulder Road 303-802-4313 studiozdental.com
Michael A. Israelson LOUISVILLE FAMILY DENTAL 168 Centennial Parkway, Suite 190 303-666-4499 louisvillefamilydds.com
Carrie Leypoldt LOUISVILLE FAMILY DENTAL 168 Centennial Parkway, Suite 190 303-666-4499 louisvillefamilydds.com
Jenna Nicholson STUDIO Z DENTAL 818 W. South Boulder Road 303-802-4313 studiozdental.com
Tom Zyvoloski STUDIO Z DENTAL 818 W. South Boulder Road 303-802-4313 studiozdental.com
LOVELAND
Kiley A. Barrett BARRETT FAMILY DENTISTRY 2992 Ginnala Drive 970-663-2133 barrettfamilydentistry.com
Pamela B. Davis DAVIS FAMILY DENTAL 4223 N. Taft Ave. 970-667-6040 davisfamdental.com
John M. Dildine 2664 Abarr Drive 970-667-2248
Dale Feichtinger MCKEE FAMILY DENTISTRY 2998 Ginnala Drive, Suite 101 970-669-1236 mylovelanddentist.com
Nicole M. Ferrara
IMPLANT & GENERAL DENTISTRY OF NORTHERN COLORADO 2975 Ginnala Drive, Suite 100 970-663-1000 implantdds.com
Andrew D. Maples WEST LAKE DENTAL 2502 Abarr Drive 970-669-1444 westlakedentalco.com
Steven McArtor MCKEE FAMILY DENTISTRY 2998 Ginnala Drive, Suite 101 970-669-1236 mylovelanddentist.com
Ted E. Mioduski Jr. IMPLANT & GENERAL DENTISTRY OF NORTHERN COLORADO 2975 Ginnala Drive, Suite 100 970-663-1000 implantdds.com
Theo E. Mioduski III
IMPLANT & GENERAL DENTISTRY OF NORTHERN COLORADO 2975 Ginnala Drive, Suite 100 970-663-1000 implantdds.com
Ashley E. Parker DAVIS FAMILY DENTAL 4223 N. Taft Ave. 970-667-6040 davisfamdental.com
Anne Ross ROSS FAMILY DENTISTRY 1627 E. 18th St. 970-667-1236 ross-family-dentistry.com
NORTHGLENN
Bryan J. Rieker RIEKER SMILES 11150 Huron St., Suite 211 303-452-9200 riekersmiles.com
Jamie Suman NEW DAY DENTISTRY 11310 Huron St., Suite 210 303-428-8560 newdaydentistrycolorado.com
Brian Wearner WEARNER FAMILY DENTISTRY 10465 Melody Drive, Suite 207 303-452-8813 wearnerdentistry.com
PARKER
John J. Ahern RIDGEGATE DENTAL 11949 Lioness Way, Suite 300 303-797-6453 ridgegatedental.com
John R. Brockman Jr. BROCKMAN FAMILY DENTISTRY 11949 Lioness Way, Suite 200 303-799-4333 brockmanfamilydentistry.com
Yuki Dykes LOTUS FAMILY DENTAL 18300 Cottonwood Drive, Suite 105 303-690-0800 lotusfamilydental.com
Angela S. Evanson 17167 E. Cedar Gulch Parkway, Suite 202 303-805-9999 evansondds.com
Christopher M. Green GREEN DENTAL CARE 19551 Hess Road, Suite 100 720-845-5252 dentistparker.com
Holly B. Sletten 19621 Solar Circle, Suite 202 720-851-1676 hollyslettendmd.com
Robert F. Utberg
UTBERG FAMILY DENTISTRY 17167 E. Cedar Gulch Parkway, Suite 102 303-841-5313 utbergdental.com
SUPERIOR
Michael L. Bailey
SUPERIOR DENTAL 1697 Coalton Road, Suite B 303-494-9400 superiordentist.com
THORNTON
Jessica Barron
BARRON FAMILY DENTAL 10305 Washington St. 303-284-6463 barronfamilydental.com
Robert Berry COMFORT DENTAL HUNTERS GLEN 13691 Colorado Blvd., Suite 101 303-920-2273 comfortdental.com
Erica A. Derby APPLETREE DENTAL 2800 E. 136th Ave. 719-257-4686 appletreesmile.com
Alan H. Gurman
ALPINE DENTAL CENTER 9351 Grant St., Suite 550 303-428-6367 alpinedentalcenter.net
Brian Hutchison
HIGHPOINTE DENTAL 9760 Grant St., Suite 100 720-583-1425 highpointedental.com
Andrei Ionescu TIMBER DENTAL CARE 13591 Grant St. 720-306-8787 timberdentalcolorado.com
Sue E. James VALLEY VIEW DENTAL 9351 Grant St., Suite 340 303-254-4484 suejamesdds.com
Carolyn W. Mauterer
APPLETREE DENTAL 3955 E. 120th Ave., Suite B 719-257-4686 appletreesmile.com
Jonathan L. Olivier
THE DENTAL CENTER 12880 Colorado Blvd., Suite 230 303-457-1513 thedentalcenter.us
Lance E. Smith
THORNCREEK COSMETIC & FAMILY DENTISTRY 12297 Pennsylvania St., Suite 1 303-920-4199 thorncreekcosmeticdentistry.com
Mark P. Smith
THE DENTAL CENTER 12880 Colorado Blvd., Suite 230 303-457-1513 thedentalcenter.us
Lori M. Trembath
TREMBATH DENTISTRY 12774 Colorado Blvd., Suite 171 303-457-3046 trembathdentistry.com
Travis D. Whiteley
HIGHPOINTE DENTAL 9760 Grant St., Suite 100 720-583-1425 highpointedental.com
WESTMINSTER Alexander P. Acevedo SEDONA DENTAL 13533 Huron St., Suite 100 303-452-3982 sedonadentalgroup.com
Joanne L. Bancroft
J. B. DENTAL 8501 Turnpike Drive, Suite 200 720-458-6561 jbdentist.com
Scott Bennett BENNETT DENTAL GROUP 5130 W. 80th Ave., Suite 202 303-429-3549 bennettdentalgroup.com
John O. Bertagnolli BERTAGNOLLI DENTAL 7280 Bradburn Blvd. 303-429-6222 bertagnollidental.com
Joseph D. Bertagnolli BERTAGNOLLI DENTAL 7280 Bradburn Blvd. 303-429-6222 bertagnollidental.com
Ryan G. Cable
MILE HIGH DENTAL & IMPLANT CENTERS 12031 Tejon St. 303-974-4537 milehighdentalcenters.com
Jack W. Choi
SEDONA DENTAL 13533 Huron St., Suite 100 303-452-3982 sedonadentalgroup.com
Stanley L. Jeranko STANDLEY SHORES DENTAL GROUP 10071 N. Wadsworth Parkway, Suite 100 303-997-3271 ssdgsmiles.com
Jon Lewis NORTHPARK DENTAL GROUP 10359 N. Federal Blvd., Suite 110 303-466-2300 northparkdentalgroup.com
Jamie Marquez ARROW DENTAL 14697 Delaware St., Suite 260-B 720-328-3750 arrowdentalsmiles.com
Katy McClure NORTHPARK DENTAL GROUP 10359 N. Federal Blvd., Suite 110 303-466-2300 northparkdentalgroup.com
Kathleen Murphy
JEPSEN, MURPHY & ASSOCIATES DENTAL 2921 W. 120th Ave., Suite 210 303-452-4556 jepsenmurphyandassociates.com
Alexander Park
SEDONA DENTAL 13533 Huron St., Suite 100 303-452-3982 sedonadentalgroup.com
Justin S. Petracek STANDLEY SHORES DENTAL GROUP 10071 N. Wadsworth Parkway, Suite 100 303-997-3271 ssdgsmiles.com
Nelson C. Sanders 7350 Lowell Blvd. 303-428-6571 drnelsonsanders.com
Kirsten L. West-Bennett BENNETT DENTAL GROUP 5130 W. 80th Ave., Suite 202 303-429-3549 bennettdentalgroup.com
Eric A. Winter BRADBURN VILLAGE DENTISTRY 11961 Bradburn Blvd., Suite 200 303-466-3222 bradburnvillagedentistry.com
WHEAT RIDGE
Erin Cettie APPLEWOOD DENTAL 12495 W. 32nd Ave., Suite 2 303-237-2707 applewooddentalwheatridge.com
Daniel G. Christiansen DENTAL CARE OF WHEAT RIDGE 7900 W. 44th Ave., Suite 105 303-422-5817 dentalcareofwheatridge.com
Tina L. Christiansen DENTAL CARE OF WHEAT RIDGE 7900 W. 44th Ave., Suite 105 303-422-5817 dentalcareofwheatridge.com
Bryan M. Dahler
TEETHRIDGE DENTAL 6525 W. 44th Ave. 303-421-8753 drbooey.com
Tiffany Manzo
APPLEWOOD DENTAL 12495 W. 32nd Ave., Suite 2 303-237-2707 applewooddentalwheatridge.com
Lauren K. Peterson
HÄLSA DENTAL 10050 W. 41st Ave., Suite 101 303-940-0125 halsadental.com
Ashwini Shivashankarappa
KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 5375 W. 38th Ave. 303-476-6293 mykidschoicedental.com
ARVADA Dustin Haupt AVOS DENTAL SPECIALISTS 14769 W. 87th Parkway 720-798-1200 avosds.com
Nicholas A. Politano COLORADO REGIONAL ORAL SURGERY 8025 Club Crest Drive 303-431-0033 coregionalos.com
Sara Weinstein
COLORADO REGIONAL ORAL SURGERY 8025 Club Crest Drive 303-431-0033 coregionalos.com
AURORA
Ryan N. Dobbs
SADDLE ROCK INSTITUTE 7380 S. Gartrell Road 720-826-8900 saddlerockinstitute.com
Randall J. Russell
ELEVATED ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 6240 S. Main St., Suite 225 720-870-1451 elevatedomfs.com
Ashraf W. Sedhom ORAL SURGERY CENTER 11246 E. Mississippi Ave. 303-344-0810 oralsurgerycenter.com
BOULDER
Benjamin Foley FOLEY & LE ORAL, MAXILLOFACIAL & DENTAL IMPLANT SURGERY 1420 28th St., Suite 100 303-444-2255 foleyandleoralsurgery.com
Daniel B. Foley FOLEY & LE ORAL, MAXILLOFACIAL & DENTAL IMPLANT SURGERY 1420 28th St., Suite 100 303-444-2255 foleyandleoralsurgery.com
Thao Le FOLEY & LE ORAL, MAXILLOFACIAL & DENTAL IMPLANT SURGERY 1420 28th St., Suite 100 303-444-2255 foleyandleoralsurgery.com
Brandon Luter BOULDER ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTS 3450 Penrose Place, Suite 120 303-447-9735 boulderoralsurgery.com
Terry Nedbalski BOULDER ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTS 3450 Penrose Place, Suite 120 303-447-9735 boulderoralsurgery.com
Victor M. Raposo ALPINE VALLEY ORAL SURGERY 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 106 303-604-9393 boulderdentalimplantcenter.com
BRIGHTON
Jeffrey W. Stearns PLATTE VALLEY ORAL SURGERY 27 S. 18th Ave. 303-977-0220 drjstearns.com
CASTLE ROCK
Kristopher L. Hart CASTLE ROCK ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 2352 Meadows Blvd., Suite 205 303-663-7890 castlerockoralsurgery.com
Julie A. Lesnick
CASTLE ROCK ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 2352 Meadows Blvd., Suite 205 303-663-7890 castlerockoralsurgery.com
CENTENNIAL
Steven D. Barney 5280 ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTS 6979 S. Holly Circle, Suite 105 720-638-3888 5280-os.com
COLORADO SPRINGS
Matthew D. D’Addario
ASSOCIATES IN MAXILLOFACIAL & ORAL SURGERY 1755 Telstar Drive, Suite 210 719-599-0500 amoscolorado.com
Rebecca Facy COLORADO MAXILLOFACIAL & ORAL SURGEONS 4105 Briargate Parkway, Suite 240 719-434-1584 coloradomax.com
Donald J. Hull
ASSOCIATES IN MAXILLOFACIAL & ORAL SURGERY 1755 Telstar Drive, Suite 210 719-599-0500 amoscolorado.com
Michael S. Kunkel
PIKES PEAK ORAL SURGERY 3475 Briargate Blvd., Suite 102 719-264-6070 pikespeakoralsurgery.com
Karl “Kipp” Pennau ORAL SURGERY ASSOCIATES OF COLORADO SPRINGS 5745 Erindale Drive, Suite 100 719-473-2650 oralsurgerycolorado.com
Kevin J. Wright ASSOCIATES IN MAXILLOFACIAL & ORAL SURGERY 1755 Telstar Drive, Suite 210 719-599-0500 amoscolorado.com
Michael R. Zachar COLORADO ORAL SURGERY GROUP 6110 Barnes Road 719-301-4451 coloradooralsurgerygroup.com
DENVER
Matthew K. Alleman COLORADO ORAL SURGERY 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 450 303-744-1369 coloradooralsurgery.com
Meena Bhatti ORAL SURGERY CENTER 2210 S. Federal Blvd. 303-936-5922 oralsurgerycenter.com
Brian J. Fangman ALTITUDE ORAL MAXILLOFACIAL IMPLANT CENTER 1440 Blake St., Suite 100 720-328-4990 altitudeofs.com
Michael A. Hale COLORADO ORAL SURGERY 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 450 303-744-1369 coloradooralsurgery.com
Aaron T. Liddell COLORADO ORAL SURGERY 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 450 303-744-1369 coloradooralsurgery.com
Gregg L. Lurcott COLORADO ORAL SURGERY 400 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 450 303-744-1369 coloradooralsurgery.com
Steven R. Nelson NELSON, ROLLERT & WELLS ASSOCIATES IN ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 202 303-758-6850 nelson-rollert-wells.com
John R. Nesiba
CHERRY CREEK ORAL SURGERY AND DENTAL IMPLANTS 3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 250 303-777-1603
cherrycreekoralsurgery.com
Adam Olsen PERFECT TEETH 1699 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite J 303-639-6000 perfectteeth.com
Michael K. Rollert NELSON, ROLLERT & WELLS ASSOCIATES IN ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 202 303-758-6850
nelson-rollert-wells.com
S. Matthew Schacht
DENVER ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 130 Rampart Way, Suite 100 303-341-7151 omsdenver.com
Zachary T. Wells
NELSON, ROLLERT & WELLS ASSOCIATES IN ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 202 303-758-6850 nelson-rollert-wells.com
ENGLEWOOD
Lauren E. Basile COLORADO SURGICAL ARTS 3701 S. Clarkson St., Suite 300 866-703-0476 cosurgicalarts.com
Daniel Escalante DRY CREEK ORAL SURGERY 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 100 303-376-4052 drycreekoralsurgery.com
Jeremy Jannuzzi
DRY CREEK ORAL SURGERY 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 100 303-376-4052 drycreeksurgery.com
James R. Lessig
ADVANCED ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 10120 E. Dry Creek Road, Suite 100 303-768-8570 advancedoms.com
Thomas S. Michalik ADVANCED ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 10120 E. Dry Creek Road, Suite 100 303-768-8570 advancedoms.com
Thomas L. Stone COLORADO SURGICAL ARTS 3701 S. Clarkson St., Suite 300 303-806-8600 cosurgicalarts.com
EVERGREEN
Jonathon S. Jundt
EVERGREEN ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 28000 Meadow Drive, Suite 110 720-990-5500 evergreenoms.com
FORT COLLINS Mark F. Orr FORT COLLINS ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 2014 Caribou Drive, Suite 100 970-225-9555 fortcollinsoms.com
GLENDALE M. Juliana DiPasquale DENVER METRO OMS 4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 410 303-321-0333 dmoms.com
Kevin M. Patterson DENVER METRO OMS 4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 410 303-321-0333 dmoms.com
GOLDEN Paul C. Madlock
CANYON POINT IMPLANT & ORAL SURGERY 108 N. Rubey Drive 303-215-9944 canyonpointsurgery.com
GREELEY Joshua Gresehover
REYNOLDS ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 7251 W. 20th St., Building P 970-663-6878 reynoldsoralfacial.com
HIGHLANDS RANCH Ryan D. Hambleton
HIGHLANDS RANCH ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 300 Plaza Drive, Suite 175 720-996-0210 hrsurgery.com
Jeremy K. Miner ORAL SURGERY OF THE ROCKIES 8671 S. Quebec St., Suite 100 303-791-3232 oralsurgeryoftherockies.com
E. Marc Weideman
ORAL SURGERY OF THE ROCKIES 8671 S. Quebec St., Suite 100 303-791-3232 oralsurgeryoftherockies.com
LAFAYETTE Curtis Hayes
COAL CREEK ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER 1771 Cherokee Trail 720-588-2505 coalcreekoms.com
LAKEWOOD Haeman Noori PEAK OMS
2290 Kipling St., Suite 2 303-232-5637 peakoms.com
Anne L. Stearns PEAK OMS
2290 Kipling St., Suite 2 303-232-5637 peakoms.com
LITTLETON
David R. Bundy RED ROCKS ORAL SURGERY 9200 W. Cross Drive, Suite 603 303-932-7458 redrocksoralsurgery.com
Daniel E. Esposito
IMPLANT AND ORAL SURGERY CENTER 6179 S. Balsam Way, Suite 100 303-933-8282 implantandoralsurgery.com
Richard L. McLain
RICHARD MCCLAIN ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 201 303-798-4553 myfavoriteoralsurgeon.com
LONE TREE
Joseph M. Catalano
CATALANO ORAL SURGERY 10103 Ridgegate Parkway, Suite 214 303-768-8222 catalanooralsurgery.com
LONGMONT Kevin M. Andrus
LONGMONT ORAL, FACIAL & IMPLANT SURGERY
1551 Professional Lane, Suite 260 303-772-8870 longmontoralsurgery.com
Bryan Chai
BOULDER ORAL SURGERY & DENTAL IMPLANTS 1325 Hover St., Suite 101 303-772-8585 boulderoralsurgery.com
Benjamin J.T. Howard
LONGMONT ORAL, FACIAL & IMPLANT SURGERY
1551 Professional Lane, Suite 260 303-772-8870 longmontoralsurgery.com
LOVELAND Mark R. Auble
RANGE VIEW ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 1996 Rocky Mountain Ave. 970-669-4802 rangeviewsurgery.com
Ralph R. Reynolds REYNOLDS ORAL & FACIAL SURGERY 3520 E. 15th St., Suite 102 970-663-6878 reynoldsoralfacial.com
PARKER
R. Beryl Hunter 9870 Mangano Lane, Suite 200 303-840-7400 drbhunter.com
Julia R. Plevnia
DRY CREEK ORAL SURGERY 19700 E. Parker Square Drive 303-835-0445 drycreekoralsurgery.com
THORNTON
Michael A. Burnham
PRECISION ORAL SURGERY 12880 Colorado Blvd., Suite 100 303-451-6767 precisionos.com
WESTMINSTER
Douglas S. Hong
NORTH DENVER ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 12213 Pecos St., Suite 100 303-255-0500 northdenveroms.com
WHEAT RIDGE
Natalie J. Schafer
WHEAT RIDGE ORAL SURGERY 7760 W. 38th Ave., Suite 102 303-421-4010 wheatridgeoralsurgery.com
AURORA
Robert O. Greer Jr. UCHEALTH 970-495-7000 uchealth.org
ARVADA
Jason A. Messingham
MESSINGHAM ORTHODONTICS
7991 Vance Drive, Suite B 303-456-5339 messinghamortho.com
Deepa Vyas
VYAS ORTHODONTICS 16205 W. 64th Ave., Suite 101 303-940-8880 vyasortho.com
AURORA
David Beebe RISAS DENTAL & BRACES 11479 E. Colfax Ave. 303-261-8557 risasdental.com
David Garlock
GARLOCK ORTHODONTICS 6240 S. Main St., Suite 220 303-627-6212 garlockortho.com
Shane Hoelz ALL ABOUT BRACES 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 aabraces.com
Keith J. Kohrs
KOHRS ORTHODONTICS 2900 S. Peoria St., Suite B 303-750-3660 kohrsortho.com
BOULDER
Jeffrey Wong WONG ORTHODONTICS 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 203 303-444-6680 drwongortho.com
Jan Yamashiro
YAMASHIRO ORTHODONTICS 1717 Folsom St. 303-443-3774 orthodontistinboulder.com
BRIGHTON
Albert Eng ENG ORTHODONTICS 195 Telluride St., Suite 6 303-498-0351 engortho.com
BROOMFIELD
Christopher M. Biety
BIETY ORTHODONTICS 925 Main St., Suite D 303-469-4191 bietyorthodontics.com
Brian C. Bohman
BOHMAN ORTHODONTICS
13605 Xavier Lane, Suite D 720-887-8357 bohmanorthodontics.com
CASTLE PINES
Andrew J. Dunbar
CASTLE PINES ORTHODONTICS 250 Max Drive, Suite 201 303-688-3837 castlepinesortho.com
CASTLE ROCK
Mark D. Gregston
CROSSROADS ORTHODONTICS
2240 Mercantile St., Suite 203 303-951-0550 crossroads-ortho.com
Daniel Rejman
MEADOWS ORTHODONTICS
3993 Limelight Ave., Suite B 303-660-0112 meadowsorthodontics.com
CENTENNIAL
Jeffrey W. Haskins
VILLAGE ORTHODONTICS
15454 E. Orchard Road 303-850-9253 villageorthodontics.com
Debbie J. Michael ARAPAHOE ORTHODONTICS
20981 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite F 720-876-2000 arapahoeorthodontics.com
Kirk J. Nielson
ADVANCED ORTHODONTICS 16756 E. Smoky Hill Road 303-248-7200 aobraces.com
Erin A. Sloss
SLOSS & CARPENTER ORTHODONTICS
9094 E. Mineral Ave., Suite 220 720-637-5818 sc-ortho.com
COLORADO SPRINGS
John H. Bailey BAILEY ORTHODONTICS
817 Village Center Drive, Suite 110 719-598-2800 bailey-smiles.com
Kimberly Batterson 15 Widefield Blvd. 719-390-7926 kb-ortho.com
Russell H. Ford
PINE TOP ORTHODONTICS
9475 Briar Village Point, Suite 315 719-481-9199 pinetoporthodontics.com
Matt Gaworski
MATT GAWORSKI ORTHODONTICS 6140 Tutt Blvd., Suite 250 719-596-2477 drmattgaworski.com
Jenée Kaplan RANGEWOOD ORTHODONTICS 501 S. Tejon St., Suite 200 719-596-3113 rangewoodorthodontics.com
Michele J. Mathews
MATHEWS ORTHODONTICS
415 W. Rockrimmon Blvd., Suite 100 719-598-7700 benningorthodontics.com
John N. Ordahl ORDAHL ORTHODONTICS
3505 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Suite 215 719-596-3098 ordahlortho.com
James P. Ziuchkovski
6010 Erin Park Drive, Suite 2 719-593-7942 drzorthodontics.com
CRESTED BUTTE
Matthew H. Caspersen
CRESTED BUTTE DENTAL 80 Glacier St. 970-349-5880 crestedbuttedentist.com
DENVER
Ginny Baker
5280 ORTHODONTICS 4326 E. Eighth Ave. 303-377-5280 5280orthodontics.com
Lia Baros
ORTHODONTICS IN THE HIGHLANDS 4390 N. Sheridan Blvd. 303-433-7500 orthointhehighlands.com
Michael D. Bellon BELLON ORTHODONTICS 7200 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 203 303-692-9610 drbellon.com
Gary P. Benson BENSON ORTHODONTICS 3200 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 420 303-722-1202 bensonortho.com
Gregory W. Dietmeier DIETMEIER ORTHODONTICS 6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 201 303-758-3114 dietmeierortho.com
Nicole E. Eberle EBERLE ORTHODONTICS 55 Madison St., Suite 280 303-320-0307 smilesbyeberle.com
Nathan Helm HELM ORTHODONTICS 4809 Argonne St., Suite 240 303-371-0371 helmortho.com
Anil Idiculla I-ORTHODONTICS 1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200-B 303-662-9000 i-ortho.com
Gina Kessler TOWN CENTER DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS 7479 E. 29th Place 720-902-7356 tcdodenver.com
Joanna Z. Levin LOWRY ORTHODONTICS 125 Rampart Way, Suite 301 303-366-9090 lowryorthodenver.com
Gabriel A. Luttrell
UNION ORTHODONTICS AND PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 3690 S. Yosemite St., Suite 200 303-558-1458 smilesbegin.com
Renee Moran FOUNDATIONS ORTHODONTICS 4380 S. Syracuse St., Suite 501 303-694-4330 foundations-orthodontics.com
Trent Nestman NESTMAN ORTHODONTICS
2206 Kearney St. 720-735-9800 nestmanortho.com
Hilary M. Nieberg-Baskin ALL ABOUT BRACES 2250 S. Monaco Parkway 303-476-6233 aabraces.com
Justin Owens
OWENS ORTHODONTICS
1780 S. Bellaire St., Suite 345 303-744-1701 owensorthodontics.com
Robert T. Rudman
ADVANCED ORTHODONTIC CARE 4500 Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 850 303-632-9766 cherrycreeksmiles.com
Clifton C. Speaks
SPEAKS ORTHODONTICS
3141 Irving St., Suite 201 720-740-1257 speaksorthodontics.com
Brian Trommeter
TROMMETER ORTHODONTICS
8354 Northfield Blvd., Suite 2730 720-420-4320 trommeterortho.com
ENGLEWOOD
Jack E. Duran
ORTHODONTICS EXCLUSIVELY 3601 S. Clarkson St., Suite 430 303-789-9257 duran4braces.com
ERIE
Rajesh R. Patil
PATIL ORTHODONTICS 615 Mitchell Way, Suite 106 303-772-7722 patilortho.com
EVERGREEN
John M. DuRussel
EVERGREEN ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTS
30960 Stagecoach Blvd., Suite W100 303-674-1122 evergreensmiledocs.com
Bryan E. Williams
WILLIAMS ORTHODONTICS 32045 Castle Court, Suite 102 303-670-5878 williamsorthodontics.net
FORT COLLINS
Mark D. Crane
CRANE & SEAGER ORTHODONTICS 4144 Timberline Road 970-226-6443 craneseagerortho.com
Bradley E. Goings
GOINGS ORTHODONTICS 4733 S. Timberline Road, Suite 101 970-377-1888 goingsorthodontics.com
Timothy C. Hardy
TAFT HILL ORTHODONTICS 1015 S. Taft Hill Road, Unit Q 970-400-9984 tafthillorthodontics.com
Laura D. Milnor
MILNOR ORTHODONTICS 1103 S. Shields St. 970-484-3214 milnororthodontics.com
D. Craig Seager
CRANE & SEAGER ORTHODONTICS 4144 Timberline Road 970-226-6443 craneseagerortho.com
Paul Sherick
SHERICK ORTHODONTICS 1136 E. Stuart St., Suite 2-160 970-221-2616 sherickorthodontics.com
Adam Timock
TIMOCK FAMILY ORTHODONTICS 3221 Eastbrook Drive, Suite A-103 970-292-6491 timockfamilyortho.com
Jared Ward WARD ORTHODONTICS 2720 Council Tree Ave., Suite 266 970-818-8798 wardortho.com
GREELEY Bradford N. Edgren ORTHODONTIC ASSOCIATES OF GREELEY 3400 W. 16th St., Building 4-V 970-356-5900 drbradsmiles.com
Dana A. Gamblin DANA ORTHODONTICS 1815 61st Ave., Suite 101 970-353-3747 danasmiles.com
David D. Richter RICHTER ORTHODONTICS 6244 W. Ninth St. 970-392-1733 richterorthodontics.com
GREENWOOD VILLAGE Mark Y. Iritani
IRITANI ORTHODONTICS 8925 E. Union Ave. 303-773-6969 denverorthopedo.com
Matthew Iritani IRITANI ORTHODONTICS 8925 E. Union Ave. 303-773-6969 denverorthopedo.com
Derek A. Straffon 303 SMILES 8745 E. Orchard Road, Suite 513 303-758-3414 303smiles.com
Amanda Vanderstelt WILLOW CREEK ORTHODONTICS 8200 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 428C 720-649-0410 willowcreekortho.com
HIGHLANDS RANCH
Richard G. Elliott
ELLIOTT ORTHODONTICS
537 W. Highlands Ranch Parkway, Suite 105 303-791-4411 elliottortho.com
Tyler S. Karlin
KARLIN ORTHODONTICS
9305 Dorchester St., Suite 103 303-470-9488 karlinorthodontics.com
Brandon J. Linn
BRANDON LINN ORTHODONTICS
6660 Timberline Road, Suite 260 303-625-6224 blortho.com
Theresa L. Shaver
ALL ABOUT BRACES
9385 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 101 303-791-16646 aabraces.com
LAFAYETTE
Brian C. Leypoldt
LAFAYETTE FAMILY ORTHODONTICS 1376 Miners Drive, Suite 106 720-699-8855 lafayettefamilyorthodontics.com
LAKEWOOD Voytek Bobak
BOBAK ORTHODONTICS
1840 S. Wadsworth Blvd. 303-988-0844 bobakortho.com
Stephen L. Carter CARTER ORTHODONTICS
3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite D-310 303-986-7846 carterortho.com
Michael R. Duryea
DURYEA ORTHODONTICS 13131 W. Alameda Parkway 720-606-6211 duryeasmiles.com
Dafne I. Ellis LAKEWOOD ORTHODONTICS 255 Union Blvd., Suite 430 303-988-2780 lortho.com
Krystal Hoversten
ALL ABOUT BRACES
2020 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 18-A 303-462-1462 aabraces.com
Lina Kulkarni Politano KULKARNI ORTHODONTICS 2535 S. Lewis Way, Suite 106 303-238-1338 kulkarniortho.com
David T. Mershon ALL ABOUT BRACES
2020 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 18-A 303-462-1462 aabraces.com
LITTLETON
Galen T. Callender 9200 W. Cross Drive, Suite 250 303-973-7771 galencallender.com
Matthew J. Goergen
SOUTHWEST PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS WITH ADULT DENTISTRY
6931 S. Pierce St., Suite 101 303-978-1104 swpdo.com
Gary M. Holt
HOLT ORTHODONTICS
7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 102 303-798-0928 holtorthodontics.com
Wade Housewright INSPIRE ORTHODONTICS
414 E. Mineral Ave., Suite B 303-754-0040 inspireorthodontics.com
Kurt Niepraschk
NIEPRASCHK ORTHODONTICS
8966 W. Bowles Ave., Unit L 303-978-1316 drkurtortho.com
Scott Ohmart
OHMART ORTHODONTICS
10146 W. San Juan Way, Suite 230 303-586-5750 ohmartorthodontics.com
Shari L. Wolsky
WOLSKY ORTHODONTICS 721 Southpark Drive, Unit B 303-795-2591 wolskyorthodontics.com
LONE TREE Brooks J. Barefoot
TOTAL ORTHODONTICS 10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 300 303-779-0565 total-orthodontics.com
Isaac Chung
I-ORTHODONTICS 10463 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 206 303-662-9000 i-ortho.com
Kevin L. Theroux
TOTAL ORTHODONTICS 10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 300 303-779-0565 total-orthodontics.com
LONGMONT F. Richard Beckwith MOUNTAIN VIEW ORTHODONTICS 1800 W. Mountain View Ave. 303-651-1315 mtnviewortho.com
Danielle DeLand
LONGMONT MODERN DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS
1234 S. Hover St., Suite 100 720-907-8770 longmontmoderndentistry.com
Laurel R. Martin
MARTIN FAMILY ORTHODONTICS
1361 Francis St., Suite 104 303-772-5055 martinfamilyorthodontics.com
Stephanie Ross LONGMONT BRACES 1266 S. Hover Road 303-772-0510 longmontbraces.com
Melissa D. Venrick
LONGMONT ORTHODONTICS
1325 Hover St., Suite 102 303-651-7771 longmontorthodontics.com
LOUISVILLE
Damen M. Caraway CARAWAY ORTHODONTICS
1760 Centennial Drive, Suite B 303-665-7333 carawayortho.com
Thomas Melcher MELCHER ORTHODONTICS
315 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 111 303-666-9717 outstandingsmiles.com
LOVELAND
Jon R. Stowers II STOWERS ORTHODONTICS 2520 Abarr Drive 970-667-9193 stowersorthodontics.com
PARKER
James Bloom
BLOOM ORTHODONTICS 11949 Lioness Way, Suite 100 720-743-0700 bloomsmiles.com
Jeffrey L. Collins PARKER ORTHODONTICS
19700 E. Parker Square Drive, Suite C 303-841-5500 parkerorthodontics.com
Brent Hoggan
BRENT HOGGAN ORTHODONTICS 10219 S. Parkglenn Way, Suite 101 303-840-8505 hogganortho.com
Ted Struhs 20 MILE ORTHODONTICS 11355 S. Parker Road, Suite 109 303-841-2262 20mileortho.com
Cassy B. Wiggins
SUMMIT ORTHODONTICS
17167 E. Cedar Gulch Parkway, Suite 200 303-805-7111 summitorthodontics.com
THORNTON
Gregory B. Stoll
STOLL ORTHODONTICS
2750 E. 136 Ave., Suite 200 303-450-2211 stollsmiles.com
WESTMINSTER
Carolyn Cronin
CRONIN & CZARNIK ORTHODONTICS
5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-428-3613 mycoloradosmile.com
Scott C. Czarnik
CRONIN & CZARNIK ORTHODONTICS 5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-428-3613 mycoloradosmile.com
Gary Dixon DIXON ORTHODONTICS 9910 Wadsworth Parkway, Suite 300 303-430-4200 drdixonortho.com
Colin S. Gibson 1ST IMPRESSIONS ORTHODONTICS 2761 W. 120th Ave., Suite 110 303-452-2277 1stimpressionsortho.com
Shon J. Peterson PETERSON ORTHODONTICS 11265 Decatur St., Suite 400 303-452-4656 petersonortho.com
Ronald E. Unterseher
UNTERSEHER ORTHODONTICS 10359 N. Federal Blvd., Suite 200 303-466-1955 druortho.com
Larry T. Weddle Jr. WEDDLE ORTHODONTICS 905 W. 124th Ave., Suite 180 303-255-3339 drweddle.com
WHEAT RIDGE Kevin C. Chapman CHAPMAN ORTHODONTICS 8852 W. 38th Ave. 303-421-9814 chapmanorthodontics.com
ARVADA
Tandi V. Donaldson
SUGAR BUGS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 7578 Sheridan Blvd. 303-427-9779 sugarbugsdds.com
Bryan P. Savage
WEST METRO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 15530 W. 64th Ave., Suite H 303-422-3746 westmetrokidsdental.com
Julie V. Vuong
SUGAR BUGS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 7578 Sheridan Blvd. 303-427-9779 sugarbugsdds.com
Betty Yip CLOVER KIDS DENTISTRY 14749 W. 87th Parkway 720-805-0707 cloverkidsdentistry.com
LaShica Young
WEST METRO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 15530 W. 64th Ave., Suite H 303-422-3746 westmetrokidsdental.com
AURORA
Erin W. Carpenter
CARPENTER PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 25521 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite 210 303-617-5437 carpenterpediatricdentistry.com
Christopher Patterson EPIC DENTISTRY FOR KIDS
390 S. Potomac Way, Suite A 720-721-3600 epicdentistryforkids.com
BOULDER
Michael D. Jones
CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY BOULDER 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 107 303-443-8250 ddschild.com
Ian M. Kott
KOTT PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1440 28th St., Suite 1 303-938-1000 kottpediatricdentistry.com
CASTLE PINES
Jonathan D. Sierk
SIERK CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY
3601 Village Square Lane, Suite 100 303-865-4066 sierkchildrensdentistry.com
CASTLE ROCK
Layne P. Benzley
CASTLE ROCK SMILES PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 753 Maleta Lane, Suite 104 720-770-5058 castlerocksmiles.com
Bianca M. Hoffman CASTLE ROCK SMILES PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 753 Maleta Lane, Suite 104 720-770-5058 castlerocksmiles.com
Purvi V. Shah
PEDIATRIC DENTICARE
3750 Dacoro Lane, Suite 120 303-663-3388 pediatricdenticare.com
Michael K. Townsend CASTLE ROCK KIDS’ DENTISTRY 2352 Meadows Blvd., Suite 200 303-814-1335 castlerockkidsdentistry.com
CENTENNIAL
Ines Quintanilla
WEST METRO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 7180 E. Orchard Road, Suite 301 303-422-3746 westmetrokidsdental.com
COLORADO SPRINGS
Clinton Callahan SPRINGS PEDIATRIC DENTAL CARE 13335 Voyager Parkway, Suite 100 719-265-9600 springspediatricdentist.com
Andrea T. D’Addario
ROCKY MOUNTAIN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 6071 E. Woodmen Road, Suite 200 719-638-7673 rockymountainpediatricdentistry.com
Jeffrey A. Kahl
COLORADO SPRINGS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 9480 Briar Village Point, Suite 301 719-522-0123 cspediatricdentistry.com
Derek G. Kirkham COLORADO SPRINGS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 9480 Briar Village Point, Suite 301 719-522-0123 cspediatricdentistry.com
Corban Stettler
KIDS ROCK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 4515 Broadmoor Bluffs Drive 719-900-5558 kidsrockdentistry.com
Janelle Tonn
ROCKY MOUNTAIN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 6071 E. Woodmen Road, Suite 200 719-638-7673 rockymountainpediatricdentistry.com
Sean Vostatek SIMPLY KIDS DENTAL 1910 Vindicator Drive, Suite 103 719-598-5437 simplykidsdental.com
DENVER
Lisa A. Carlson-Marks
CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY OF CHERRY CREEK 4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 840 303-377-1148 childrensdentistryco.com
Elizabeth D. Crespi SUNRISE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 3650 E. First Ave., Suite 301 720-660-2467 sunrisepedsdentistry.com
Jean M. Felton LOWRY PEDIATRIC DENTAL HEALTH 8111 E. Lowry Blvd., Suite 200 303-343-2803 lowrykidsdmd.com
Rebecca Goldberg
A WILD SMILE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 2975 Roslyn St., Suite 160 720-945-1234 awildsmile.com
Michael Hong
UNION ORTHODONTICS AND PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 3690 S. Yosemite St., Suite 200 303-558-1458 smilesbegin.com
Tim Nichols
TENNYSON PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 4383 Tennyson St., Suite 1-F 303-423-4383 denverkidsdentist.com
Chris Roberts GREEN VALLEY KIDS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 4809 Argonne St., Suite 230 303-371-4485 greenvalleykids.com
John M. Rubenstrunk
SOUTHMOOR PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 100 303-758-6057 southmoorkids.com
Rosalyn Shkolnikov
NORTHFIELD PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 5665 N. Beeler St., Suite 140 720-577-2844 northfieldpedsdentistry.com
Bradley R. Smith
SOUTHMOOR PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 100 303-758-6057 southmoorkids.com
Scott D. Smith
SOUTHMOOR PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
6850 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 100 303-758-6057 southmoorkids.com
Kelsey Snavely TENNYSON PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 4383 Tennyson St., Suite 1-F 303-423-4383 denverkidsdentist.com
Sarah G. Villaseñor
RISE AND SHINE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1780 S. Bellaire St., Suite 655 303-758-0223 riseandshinesmiles.com
Jesse R. Witkoff
COLORADO TONGUE TIE 4704 Harlan St., Suite 350 720-507-0077 coloradotonguetie.com
ENGLEWOOD
Roger Castro
KIDS MILE HIGH PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 300 303-779-5306 kidsmilehigh.com
A. Patrick Smithwick III
KIDS MILE HIGH PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 300 303-779-5306 kidsmilehigh.com
ERIE
Namrata G. Hardy HARDY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS 3200 Village Vista Drive, Suite 110 720-250-9136 hardypedoortho.com
EVERGREEN
Brianne E. Hills
ALL KIDS DENTAL 908 Nob Hill Road, Suite 300 303-670-5437 allkidsjungle.com
Kyle A. Klepacki
ALL KIDS DENTAL 908 Nob Hill Road, Suite 300 303-670-5437 allkidsjungle.com
FORT COLLINS Rachel Ecker
BIG GRINS 3221 Eastbrook Drive, Suite A-101 970-407-1020 gobiggrins.com
Gregory D. Evans
BIG GRINS 3221 Eastbrook Drive, Suite A-101 970-407-1020 gobiggrins.com
Joseph A. Guido FOCO KIDS DENTISTRY 1241 Riverside Ave. 970-632-0306 focokidsdentistry.com
Jennifer K. Hargleroad 2105 Bighorn Road, Suite 202 970-493-2254 fckidsdentist.com
Ihsan Larsen
FOCO KIDS DENTISTRY 1241 Riverside Ave. 970-632-0306 focokidsdentistry.com
Shivaun McArtor
MOUNTAIN KIDS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 260 E. Horsetooth Road, Unit 110 970-224-3600 mountainkidspediatricdentistry.com
Ryan B. Taylor
THE TOOTHZONE NETWORK 712 Whalers Way, Suite A-100 970-223-8687 toothzonenetwork.com
Keith A. Van Tassell
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY OF THE ROCKIES 4609 S. Timberline Road, Suite 103-B 970-484-4104 rockieskidsdds.com
GREELEY Matt Whitesides WILD FOR A SMILE 1819 61st Ave., Suite 101 970-506-1339 wildforasmile.com
GREENWOOD VILLAGE Patra Watana IRITANI ORTHODONTICS 8925 E. Union Ave. 303-740-7088 denverorthopedo.com
HIGHLANDS RANCH Jennifer L. Thompson BLUE SKY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 9330 S. University Blvd., Suite 210 303-771-8300 blueskypediatricdentistry.com
Kathleen Waguespack COLORADO KIDS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 9358 Dorchester St., Suite 106 720-647-9600 ckpd.com
LAFAYETTE Raelene Fulford CAMP LITTLE TOOTH 110 Old Laramie Trail East, Suite 105 303-604-1000 camplittletooth.com
David Ramirez
FOOTHILLS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1140 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 102 303-604-9500 foothillspediatricdentistry.com
David M. Strange Jr. PEDIATRIC DENTAL GROUP OF COLORADO 300 Exempla Circle, Suite 460 720-890-9494
pediatricdentalgroupco.com
LAKEWOOD
Justin W. Cathers
PEDIATRIC DENTAL GROUP OF COLORADO 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite B-104 303-984-9700 pediatricdentalgroupco.com
LITTLETON
Courtney R. College
KIDS TO COLLEGE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 10146 W. San Juan Way, Suite 220 303-979-9500 kids2collegedds.com
Marcie Flack
KIDS TO COLLEGE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 10146 W. San Juan Way, Suite 220 303-979-9500 kids2collegedds.com
Autumn G. Hurd DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN 404 E. Mineral Ave., Suite A 303-798-4400 drgoodsmiles.com
Jayme Michalson KIDS OFF BROADWAY 721 Southpark Drive, Unit A 303-347-1000 kidsoffbroadway.com
R. Scott Pankratz
SOUTHWEST PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS WITH ADULT DENTISTRY 6931 S. Pierce St., Suite 101 303-978-1104 swpdo.com
LONE TREE
Lisa M. Fox COLORADO KIDS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 9227 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 100 720-500-3843 ckpd.com
Nicholas W. Miner
LONE TREE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 308 303-793-0899
lonetreepediatricdentistry.com
LONGMONT
Edward Christensen
FOOTHILLS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 916 S. Main St., Suite 302 303-702-9501
foothillspediatricdentistry.com
LOUISVILLE
Belinda Campbell
YOUNG DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN 325 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 4 303-604-0710 youngdentistryforchildren.com
Jill A. Decker
YOUNG DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN
325 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 4 303-604-0710 youngdentistryforchildren.com
Keaton N. Howe
YOUNG DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN 325 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 4 303-604-0710 youngdentistryforchildren.com
Nicole C. McNear
YOUNG DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN
325 W. South Boulder Road, Suite 4 303-604-0710 youngdentistryforchildren.com
LOVELAND Katie S. Galm
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY OF LOVELAND
2800 Madison Square Drive, Suite 1 970-669-7711 tropicalteeth.com
PARKER
Ashley Barefoot
SWEETPEA CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY
9870 Mangano Lane, Suite 100 303-841-9009 sweetpeadentistry.com
C. Marc Jones
COLORADO CHILDREN’S DENTAL CENTER 9256 S. Jordan Road 303-627-8300 ccdcsmiles.com
Kathryn K. Kaelin
KAELIN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 19700 E. Parker Square Drive, Suite 2 303-805-8266 kids-dental.com
Julie N. LeBlanc
LITTLE ROCKIES KIDS DENTAL 10371 Parkglenn Way, Suite 260 720-638-6114 littlerockieskidsdental.com
Beth L. Nielsen
SWEETPEA CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY 9870 Mangano Lane, Suite 100 303-841-9009 sweetpeadentistry.com
Craig Owens 5280 PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 11960 Lioness Way, Suite 170 303-601-5280 5280pediatricdentistry.com
Derek Owens 5280 PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 11960 Lioness Way, Suite 170 303-601-5280 5280pediatricdentistry.com
Marc D. Thomas
CANYON RIDGE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 19551 Hess Road, Suite 110 303-841-7900 canyonridgepediatricdentistry.com
THORNTON
T Jay Robinson
JUNIOR SMILES 9645 Washington St., Suite 100 303-455-3313 kidsdentalsmile.com
WESTMINSTER
Nelle V. Barr
CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY 5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-427-1951 ddschild.com
Grace Diehl
CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY 5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-427-1951 ddschild.com
Stacy Jackson CHILDRENS DENTISTRY 5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-427-1951 ddschild.com
Cara L. Mudd
RIDGEVIEW PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 14697 Delaware St., Suite 210 303-650-0310 ridgeviewkids.com
Lisa Phillips
HOPE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 5724 W. 89th Ave. 303-429-4673 hopepediatricdentistry.com
David D. Schleicher
CORNERSTONE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 11961 Bradburn Blvd., Suite 300 303-280-5437 cornerstonekidsdentist.com
Sean R. Whalen
CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY 5150 W. 80th Ave. 303-427-1951 ddschild.com
AURORA Eric M. Beckman
PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATES 2900 S. Peoria St., Building D 303-755-4500 periodontalhealth.com
Douglas A. Heller
PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATES 2900 S. Peoria St., Building D 303-755-4500 periodontalhealth.com
Pamela K. McClain
MCCLAIN & SCHALLHORN PERIODONTICS 11200 E. Mississippi Ave. 303-696-7885 periocolorado.com
Rachel A. Schallhorn
MCCLAIN & SCHALLHORN PERIODONTICS
11200 E. Mississippi Ave. 303-696-7885 periocolorado.com
BOULDER
Jonathan C. Boynton
BOULDER IMPLANTS & PERIODONTICS 2575 Pearl St., Suite 330 303-938-8300 boulderimplant.com
Cherie A. Brown
ADLER ADVANCED DENTISTRY 1810 30th St., Suite A 303-449-1119 adlerdentistry.com
Christine M. Cole
BOULDER PERIODONTICS 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 103 303-449-1301 boulderperiodontics.com
John R. Dodge
PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS 2601 N. Broadway 303-447-0460 dodgeperio.com
Giles B. Horrocks
BOULDER PERIODONTICS 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 103 303-449-1301 boulderperiodontics.com
W. Patrick Misischia
FLATIRONS PERIODONTICS & IMPLANT DENTISTRY 350 Broadway, Suite 130 303-449-0410 flatironsperio.com
Anthony C. Rademacher
PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS 2601 N. Broadway 303-447-0460 dodgeperio.com
CENTENNIAL Eric Anderson
AURORA PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY 20971 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite 202 303-400-1100 perioaurora.com
Kyle Losin
CENTENNIAL PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANTS 7960 S. University Blvd., Suite 200 303-762-0621 centennialperio.com
Heather R. Richardson DENVER PERIODONTICS & IMPLANT DENTISTRY 7384 S. Alton Way, Suite 101 303-721-1173 denver-perio.com
Dan Thousand PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATES 2101 E. Arapahoe Road 303-795-5700 denverperioimplants.com
COLORADO SPRINGS
Geoffrey B. Haradon
ROCKY MOUNTAIN PERIODONTAL SPECIALISTS 685 Citadel Drive East, Suite 200 719-387-0464 rmperiohealth.com
Karl P. Lackler
ROCKY MOUNTAIN PERIODONTAL SPECIALISTS 685 Citadel Drive East, Suite 200 719-387-0464 rmperiohealth.com
Ursula M. Price
PIKES PEAK PERIODONTICS 5426 N. Academy Blvd., Suite 100 719-548-1711 pikespeakperio.com
Justin Tullis
SOUTHERN COLORADO
PERIODONTICS & IMPLANTS 9475 Briar Village Point, Suite 300 719-475-9023 socoperio.com
DENVER
Emilio Arguello
ALTURA PERIODONTICS 3690 S. Yosemite St. 303-695-0990 yourdentalimplants.com
Eric A. Dale ADVANCED PERIODONTAL SOLUTIONS AND DENTAL IMPLANTS 501 S. Cherry St., Suite 220 303-377-9102 ericdaledds.com
Gregory G. Farthing 7150 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 100 303-753-1717 farthingperio.com
Brian S. Gurinsky 1141 18th St. 303-296-8527 briangurinsky.com
Heather Renee Hong
ALTURA PERIODONTICS 3690 S. Yosemite St. 303-695-0990 yourdentalimplants.com
Kimberly Marshall POULOS, SOMERS & MARSHALL 700 N. Broadway, Suite 1135 303-832-4867 poulosandsomers.com
Neil Neugeboren
ALTURA PERIODONTICS 3690 S. Yosemite St. 303-695-0990 yourdentalimplants.com
Alan Pomeranz ALTURA PERIODONTICS 3690 S. Yosemite St. 303-695-0990 yourdentalimplants.com
Nicholas M. Poulos POULOS, SOMERS & MARSHALL 700 N. Broadway, Suite 1135 303-832-4867 poulosandsomers.com
Ann Somers POULOS, SOMERS & MARSHALL 700 N. Broadway, Suite 1135 303-832-4867 poulosandsomers.com
Arthur Yagudayev
ALTURA PERIODONTICS 3690 S. Yosemite St. 303-695-0990 yourdentalimplants.com
FORT COLLINS
Jessica Allen
NORTHERN COLORADO PERIODONTICS 4033 Boardwalk Drive, Suite 100 970-207-4061 nocoperio.com
Angie Lee PERIODONTAL & IMPLANT CENTER OF THE ROCKIES 4803 Boardwalk Drive, Suite 110 970-999-5126 fortcollinsperiodontist.com
Todd Rosenzweig
ALPINE DENTAL HEALTH 950 S. Taft Hill Road 970-484-5297 alpinedentalhealth.com
Nicholas D. Shumaker
NORTHERN COLORADO PERIODONTICS
4033 Boardwalk Drive, Suite 100 970-207-4061 nocoperio.com
David K. Walton
WALTON IMPLANTS AND PERIODONTICS
4026 S. Timberline Road, Suite 120 970-482-2210 waltonimplants.com
GLENDALE
Amy M. Riffel
PERIODONTICS OF CHERRY CREEK 4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 101 303-759-4133 mountainviewperiodontics.com
GREENWOOD VILLAGE
Joseph N. Datar
MERIDIAN PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS 7447 E. Berry Ave., Suite 230 303-741-3300 meridian-perio.com
Saroj K. Saha
DENVER PERIODONTAL, IMPLANT & ORAL WELLNESS 8200 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 450, East Tower 303-779-6924 denverperioimplant.com
Adam F. Weaver
MOUNTAIN TOP PERIODONTICS & IMPLANTS 8000 E. Prentice Ave., Suite D-7 303-740-0080 mtperio.com
LITTLETON
Janie L. Boyesen
BOYESEN PERIODONTICS 7761 Shaffer Parkway, Suite 240 303-979-1705 boyesenperio.com
Ryan M. Jenkins LITTLETON IMPLANTS & PERIODONTICS 26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 540 303-797-1211 littletonimplantperio.com
LONE TREE
Michael J. Huber 8683 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 210 303-799-3949 drmikehuber.com
LONGMONT Craig J. Hovick
LONGMONT PERIODONTICS 1055 17th Ave., Suite 101 303-678-5253 longmontperiodontics.com
LOVELAND
Chad M. Riggs
PARTNERS IN PERIODONTICS 1625 Foxtrail Drive, Suite 100 970-669-7300 partnersinperio.com
NORTHGLENN
Tyler D. Borg COLORADO GUM CARE 11178 N. Huron St., Suite 100 303-457-9617 coloradogumcare.com
Matthew A. Johanson COLORADO GUM CARE 11178 N. Huron St., Suite 100 303-457-9617 coloradogumcare.com
Mark A. Wheeler COLORADO GUM CARE
11178 N. Huron St., Suite 100 303-457-9617 coloradogumcare.com
PARKER
Maryanne B. Butler MOUNTAINVIEW PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS
10371 Parkglenn Way, Suite 240 720-851-6050 mountainviewperiodontics.com
WESTMINSTER
Samantha A. Campbell WESTPARK PERIODONTICS AND IMPLANT DENTISTRY 8501 Turnpike Drive, Suite 208 303-424-7757 westparkperiodontics.com
Christopher Sakkaris SUMMIT VIEW PERIODONTICS 13533 Huron St., Suite 300 303-450-3144 summitviewperio.com
WHEAT RIDGE
Madeline Saunders COLORADO PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATES 10050 W. 41st Ave., Suite 201 720-798-1027 coloradoperioimplants.com
Joseph K. Will COLORADO PERIODONTAL ASSOCIATES 10050 W. 41st Ave., Suite 201 720-798-1027 coloradoperioimplants.com
PROSTHODONTICS
AURORA Brian Brada UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE 13065 E. 17th Ave. 303-724-6984 ucdenver.edu
John Chen UPTOWN COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY AND PROSTHODONTICS 6240 S. Main St., Suite 215 303-627-5755 uptownprosthodontics.com
BOULDER
Andrew R. Johann
JOHANN PROSTHETICS OF BOULDER 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 104 303-449-9850 andrewjohannddsmspc.com
Ryan C. Lewis
JOHANN PROSTHETICS OF BOULDER 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 104 303-449-9850 andrewjohannddsmspc.com
Marisa Patt
BOCO DENTAL & PROSTHODONTICS 7490 Clubhouse Road, Suite 101 303-530-1212 bocodental.com
BROOMFIELD
Brian C. Aguirre
DENVER RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
8181 Arista Place, Suite 140 303-586-1019 denverrestorativedentistry.com
Taylor Goggins
DENVER RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY 8181 Arista Place, Suite 140 303-586-1019 denverrestorativedentistry.com
COLORADO SPRINGS
Emily Batson 1580 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., Suite 140 719-576-4247 batsondentistry.com
B. Todd Pickle PICKLE PROSTHODONTICS 9480 Briar Village Point, Suite 300 719-599-0670 pickledental.com
DENVER
Brian C. Butler
BRIDGECREEK PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY 8751 E. Hampden Ave., Suite C-6 303-755-4003 bridgecreekdentistry.com
Louisa I. Gallegos 90 Madison St., Suite 208 303-316-4034 louisagallegosdds.com
Dennis Waguespack
BRIDGECREEK PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY 8751 E. Hampden Ave., Suite C-6 303-755-4003 bridgecreekdentistry.com
ENGLEWOOD
Konstantinos Harogiannis
DENTAL ARTS OF CHERRY HILLS 3575 S. Sherman St., Suite 3 303-789-2020 dentalartsofcherryhills.com
FORT COLLINS
Justin K. Liddle
NORTHERN COLORADO DENTAL SPECIALTY AND IMPLANT CENTER 1221 E. Elizabeth St., Unit 4 970-825-0000 nocoprosth.com
GREENWOOD VILLAGE Aldo F. Leopardi
DENTEVITA PROSTHODONTICS
7400 E. Crestline Circle, Suite 235 720-488-7677 dentevita.com
LOVELAND
Andrew J. Bock
NORTHERN COLORADO PROSTHETIC DENTISTRY
1491 N. Denver Ave., Suite 102 970-669-6670
coloradoimplant.com
WHEAT RIDGE
Austin Leong
TRAILHEAD DENTAL 4350 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 360 720-242-6803
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BOULDER | $2,900,000
This exquisite 4br/4ba home set on nearly half an acre in Rolling Hills offers you the opportunity to fully enjoy the Colorado lifestyle! The South Boulder mountain-modern Alpine chalet is nestled on a bluff and exudes ambiance from every room with four fireplaces located throughout the home. Walk to BVSD schools, shopping, coffee shops and grocery stores!
Nicole Grier 619.559.9914
nicole.grier@cbrealty.com | stylesgrier.com
BROOMFIELD | $2,149,000
Gorgeous 6br/7ba home backing to a greenbelt! Featuring a spacious, chef's kitchen complete with top-of-the-line appliances, open and spacious family room with a large gas fireplace and spectacular floor-to-ceiling windows and a primary suite with a three-way fireplace and cozy retreat/sitting area. Centrally located in Broomfield with easy access to Downtown Denver, DIA & Boulder! Close to trails leading to McKay Lake.
Christy Hepp 303.910.5393
cnishi1068@msn.com | ChristySellsColorado.com
LONGMONT | $3,375,000
Flying Goose Ranch is a tranquil 5br/5ba gated oasis w/endless amenities surrounded by open space & mountain views & featuring sophisticated upgrades, a heated shop, pool & much more.
Karen Bernardi 303.402.6000 info@thebernardigroup.com | TheBernardiGroup.com
CASTLE ROCK |
4br/4ba home w/an open floor plan, soaring ceilings and an abundance of large picture windows. Kitchen w/a center island, deep pantry and high-end appliances. Primary bedroom w/a luxurious primary bath. Complete w/finished basement and covered deck.
Marcus Harris 720.217.8904 marcus.harris@cbrealty.com | HarrisTeamRealEstate.com
DENVER | Price Upon Request
5br/3ba home located in the coveted Denver neighborhood of Hilltop. Large sun-soaked living area with a gas fireplace. Located 2 blocks from trendy shops and restaurants.
Jill and Greg Svenson 303.522.0631 jill@jillgreg.com | JillAndGregHomes.com
BOULDER | $2,987,000
Perched atop a rocky prominence lies this stunning horse property on over 34 acres w/endless views. 4br/5ba home w/premium-grade appliances, fireplace, finished basement w/bar & more.
Karen Bernardi 303.402.6000 info@thebernardigroup.com | TheBernardiGroup.com
EVERGREEN |
5br/4ba Rocky Mountain Oasis w/4,500+ finished sqft. Gourmet kitchen w/a black granite island and SS appliances. Primary suite w/a fireplace, a private deck and a 5-piece bath. Complete w/a finished basement, a concrete patio and a 3-car garage.
Karen Weidner 303.506.8244 karen.weidner@cbrealty.com | KarenWeidnerSellsHomes.com
PARKER | Price Upon Request
Stunning 6br/6ba home featuring soaring ceilings, an exquisite floor-to-ceiling fireplace & finished walkout basement. Amenities include clubhouse, pool & Cherry Creek Trail access.
Eric Tack 303.295.2000
Karla Tack 303.956.8586
ARVADA | $1,100,000
Stunning brand new home with 3,200+ sqft of luxury & breathtaking views. Gourmet kitchen, open floor plan, 4 bed/4 bath incl. primary suite with spa-like bath, large game room & covered deck. Avoid new build stress and own this custom home now.
Wesley Garrett 720.639.0415 wesley.garrett@cbrealty.com
WESTMINSTER | $1,089,000
4br/3.5ba home. Newly renovated great room w/a stone fireplace and connects to the eat-in kitchen and sliding glass doors to the extensive outdoor deck. Primary suite w/a spa-like bath and walk-in closet. Complete w/a basement and a backyard oasis.
Rebecca Buttrell 303.517.4830 rebecca.buttrell@cbrealty.com | RebeccaButtrellHomes.com
JEFFERSON | $1,075,000
Spectacular 3br/3ba home sits on 5 acres with incredible views! Features living room with fireplace and gourmet kitchen with oak cabinets & granite counters. Walkout basement. Near Terryall River/ Reservoir with exclusive fishing club membership.
Amy Metz 720.272.7337 amy.metz@cbrealty.com | AmyMetzRealtor.com
BROOMFIELD | $1,050,000
3br/3ba home w/an open floor on a premium golf course location. Main floor w/a primary bedroom, a 2nd bedroom, 2 full baths, an office and a laundry room. Complete w/a finished basement, a rear patio, golf course views and a 3-car garage.
Dave Elmblad 970.376.4407
dave.elmblad@cbrealty.com | MyHomeByDave.com
CENTENNIAL | Price Upon Request
This four bed, four bath remodel offers an inviting hearthside family room and a gourmet kitchen with waterfall granite counters and state-of-the-art appliances. The upper level hosts the sanctuary-like primary suite with a luxurious spa-like bath.
Loy Hall 303.917.4939
loy.hall@cbrealty.com | LoySellsHomes.com
ENGLEWOOD | Price Upon Request
Luxurious 4br/4ba home in SoBO with gorgeous hardwood flooring, a floating staircase & contemporary finishes. Close to an array of eateries & shops in the South Broadway neighborhood.
Eric Tack 303.295.2000
Karla Tack 303.956.8586
HIGHLANDS RANCH | $999,999
4br/3ba home has been updated throughout. Updated kitchen w/granite countertops, a large prep island and GE Café SS appliances. Primary bedroom suite w/a renovated 5-piece bath. Complete w/a new covered, heated back patio and an outdoor kitchen.
Kelly Paulk 720.822.2159 kelly@InfinityProsRE.com | InfinityProKelly.com
ARVADA | $930,000
Meritage 4br/3ba home boasts mountain views & luxurious features. Open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, tons of windows, fireplace & kitchen with granite countertops, ss appliances & walk-in pantry. Complete with a study & garden-level basement.
Elisabeth Nelson 303.916.5859 Elisabeth.nelson@cbrealty.com
Beautifully located in South City Park this 4br/3ba Denver Square has a spacious main floor that allows for a living & dining room, kitchen & ½ bath. The heated sunroom overlooks the backyard. Complete with a finished basement & 2-car garage.
Jake Rapplean 720.694.0771 jake.rapplean@cbrealty.com | JakeRappleanEstates.com
BERTHOUD |
Stunning panoramic mountain views are yours to behold from this pristine like-new west Berthoud ranch-style 3br/3ba home backing to open space. Near charming downtown Berthoud, proximity to Berthoud Reservoir and the renowned TPC golf course.
Jody Jewell 970.646.2276 jody.jewell@cbrealty.com
Beautiful 3br/2ba Mtn. Log home on 4 acres features Quartz counters throughout, new appliances, knotty alder cabinetry, vaulted ceilings and main floor primary suite. The lot backs up to the National Forest with hiking trails leading to Maxwell Falls.
Vicki Wimberly 303.210.8577
vicki.wimberly@cbrealty.com
Head into the old-world charm of this historic American Colonial home. The original home was built in the early 1900’s & all of the additions & remodels along the way have replicated that same early American style. Complete with an unattached garage.
Mary Ann O'Toole 720.530.6878
Otoolemaryann@gmail.com | MaryAnnOtoole.cbintouch.com
ENGLEWOOD | $850,000
4br/3ba home in Cherry Creek Vista w/3,000+ sqft. of living space and family room w/a fireplace. Updated kitchen w/solid surface counters and SS appliances. Primary suite w/an en-suite bath. Complete w/a basement, a fenced backyard and a 2-car garage.
Jennifer Bub 303.253.4969 jennifer.bub@cbrealty.com | JenniferBubRealEstate.com
ERIE | $849,000
Sun-lit & spacious 5br/4ba home is situated on a large corner lot in the highly desirable Northridge neighborhood with NO HOA and NO metro tax. Many updates throughout. Featuring a kitchen that opens up to the great room & outdoor living room.
Danielle Harvey 630.338.6981 danielle.harvey@cbrealty.com | SartellBlissTeam.com
DENVER | Price Upon Request
Beautifully maintained 2br/1ba stunner is the perfect blend of outdoor living & indoor style! Fantastic downtown neighborhood in Cory Merrill, this 1939 bungalow has been updated including 2-car garage, renovated kitchen, fireplace and extended deck!
Stacey Greenlee 303.358.7970
Stacey@HomeBuiltDreams.com | HomeBuiltDreams.com
LAKEWOOD | $795,000
Fully renovated 5br/3ba Lakewood home beautifully designed with a grand living space, vaulted ceilings & an open floorplan. Features a kitchen w/brand-new appliances & quartz countertops, fully finished basement, new siding & fresh exterior paint.
Jake Rapplean 720.694.0771
jake.rapplean@cbrealty.com | JakeRappleanEstates.com
ARVADA | Price Upon Request
Stunning 5br/3ba ranch in a prime location offering the perfect blend of indoor & outdoor living with over 3,300 SQFT, finished basement and 2-car garage. Close to parks & trails & the Apex Center, with an easy commute to downtown Denver & mountains.
LaDawn Sperling 303.710.5817
ladawn.sperling@coloradohomes.com | LaDawnSperling.com
CONIFER | $700,000
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2,148 SQ FT | 2 Acres | Attached 1-Car Garage | Domestic Well. Enjoy majestic southern views of Pikes Peak & Long Scraggy Peak. Featuring an open floorplan w/vaulted ceilings and pellet stove. Many updates throughout.
Erin Hoover 303.668.3625
erin@erinmhoover.com | ErinMHoover.com
WESTMINSTER | $695,500
Beautifully updated 5br/4ba corner lot home in the Northpark subdivision. Featuring a kitchen w/breakfast nook, family/dining room w/fireplace & primary suite. Northpark offers 2 tennis & 2 pickleball courts, clubhouse, community pool & greenbelts.
Peggy Elliott 727.900.2850 peggy.elliott@cbrealty.com | PeggyElliottProperties.com
LOVELAND | $675,000
Ranch-style 4br/3ba home w/finished basement boasts quality upgrades throughout. Wood floors, smart floor plan, knotty alder woodwork & retreat-like primary suite make main-floor living a dream. Kendall Brook is renowned for beautiful homes & more.
Jody Jewell 970.646.2276 jody.jewell@cbrealty.com
CENTENNIAL |
4br/2.5ba home located on a huge cul-de-sac lot, backing to a greenbelt, with a seasonal creek. Featuring vaulted ceilings, hardwoods, new carpet & traditional floor plan including a kitchen w/solid slab granite counters & family room w/fireplace.
Julie Thelander 303.520.2308 julie.thelander@cbrealty.com | FindHomeColorado.com
LITTLETON |
4br/4ba home. Large front living space w/updated gas fireplace. Kitchen features granite tile countertops and SS appliances. Primary retreat w/a walk-in closet and 5-piece bath. Complete w/a finished basement, sunroom and fenced backyard.
Pam Ludwig 720.333.5063 pam.ludwig@cbrealty.com | ColoradoRealtorPam.com
ERIE
3br/3ba home w/2.5 car garage near downtown Erie boasting expansive ceilings, spacious rooms & kitchen w/granite counters. Situated on a beautiful lot across the street from trails & an open park to enjoy all that the Colorado outdoors has to offer.
Linda Chea 720.397.0388 linda.chea@cbrealty.com
3br/3ba ranch-style home w/2-car garage boasts curb appeal, finished basement, open floor plan & beautiful fixtures! Close to I-25, trails, playgrounds, schools, The Grange, Castle Rock Outlet Mall, Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, restaurants & more.
Trish Armstrong 303.378.9544
TrishDenverRealEstate@gmail.com
HIGHLANDS RANCH | $650,000
Beautifully updated home features a sunny open floorplan including a gorgeous kitchen, formal living room, spacious family room, wonderful loft & tranquil primary suite w/walk-in closet. New interior/exterior paint & extensive luxury vinyl flooring.
Colleen Teitelbaum 303.668.8186 teitelbaumcolleen@gmail.com | CocoTeitel.com
CASTLE ROCK | $630,000
Open floor plan with a beautiful kitchen, family room, study, and powder bathroom. Upstairs offers a primary bedroom w/a 5-piece bath & walk-in closet, a loft, 2 more bedrooms and full bath. The unfinished basement is waiting for your personal touch!
Kelly Ellis 303.921.5420 kelly.ellis@cbrealty.com | ColdwellBanker.com/KellyEllis
BERTHOUD | $615,000
Beautiful 3br/2.5ba home with a 2-car garage features many upgrades throughout. The open-concept floorplan includes a lot of windows making this home light & airy. The kitchen includes quartz countertops & premier cabinetry.
Heather Horton 303.475.2808 heather.horton@cbrealty.com | HeatherSellsColoradoHomes.com
DENVER | $600,000
Spacious, open-layout 3br/3.5ba ranch. Generously sized main level has a vaulted ceiling w/wood beams, wood-burning fireplace & primary bedroom w/5pc bath. The lower level is a walkout with a wet bar & gas fireplace. New paint & carpet & newer roof.
Christiana Barber 720.404.8757 cbhomesco@gmail.com | ChristianaBarber.com
Lovely split-level 4br/2ba ranch in Littleton. Near parks, open spaces & nearby schools. Featuring a kitchen that offers practical functionality in an efficient layout, a primary bedroom, a finished basement & an attached garage.
Spencer Hamilton 816.726.4041 spencer.hamilton@cbrealty.com | SHamiltonHomes.com
Lovely ranch-style 3br/2ba home w/2-car garage situated on a cul-de-sac near Belmar in Lakewood. Featuring a living & dining room, recently updated kitchen w/granite countertops, sunroom & finished basement. Located near Belmar Park & Kountze Lake.
LaDawn Sperling 303.710.5817
ladawn.sperling@coloradohomes.com | LaDawnSperling.com
PEYTON | Price Upon Request
Stunning St. Aubyn 3br/3ba home in Meridian Ranch features cathedral ceilings in the living room and granite countertops in the kitchen. All bedrooms are located upstairs with a double-sided fireplace in the primary suite. A fully fenced large yard.
Tessa Cofer 719.332.7189 tessa.cofer@cbrealty.com | TessaCoferHomes.com
WESTMINSTER | $470,000
3br/1ba home w/laminate wood floors throughout. Kitchen w/stainless appliances and lots of cabinets. Enjoy great outdoor spaces w/landscaping, a back deck and perennial gardens. Complete w/a garage and backs to the Highline Canal trail system.
David Hanna 303.475.3141 david.hanna@cbrealty.com | DavidHannaHomes.com
COLORADO SPRINGS | Price Upon Request
3br/3ba home in the Wagon Trails Recreation Association boasts new carpet on the main/upper floors, refreshed paint, refinished hardwood floors & refinished cabinets. Located on the Northeast side of Colorado Springs w/community pool & tennis courts.
John Chudzinski, REALTOR ® 719.232.4515 john@codreamhomes.net | codreamhomes.net
BRIGHTON | Price Upon Request
Hidden 3br/4ba gem in the Platte River Ranch perfectly located in close proximity to Ken Mitchell Park & just a half mile away from downtown Brighton! 1,960 SF home features an open floor plan with tons of upgrades throughout & a finished basement.
LaDawn Sperling 303.710.5817 ladawn.sperling@coloradohomes.com | LaDawnSperling.com
FORT COLLINS | $470,000
Split-level 3br/2ba home located near parks & shopping. Main level features a kitchen, dining room & deck access. Upper level features a primary bedroom w/attached bathroom. Basement features a fireplace & living room w/access to the backyard.
Alissa Mendez 970.420.4367 alissa.mendez@cbrealty.com
LOVELAND | $440,000
Updated 3br/2ba condo in prized 55+ West Wind Village on Cattail Golf Course. Enjoy a gourmet kitchen w/upgraded appliances, a fireplace, open floor plan and retreat-like primary suite. Complete w/a covered back patio, a backyard and a 2-car garage.
Jody Jewell 970.646.2276 jody.jewell@cbrealty.com
ENGLEWOOD | $435,000
Updated 3br/2ba bungalow. Living room w/a gas insert fireplace. Primary bedroom and another large bedroom are upstairs. Mostly finished basement w/an entertainment area and an updated 3/4 bath. Complete w/a detached, 2-car garage and a large shed.
Colleen Teitelbaum 303.668.8186 teitelbaumcolleen@gmail.com | CocoTeitel.com
DENVER | $425,000
2br/1ba home w/a mix of modern updates and vintage details. Enjoy a sun-filled living and dining room as well as an updated kitchen. Fenced backyard w/a covered patio. Complete w/an additional parking area and a 1-car garage w/an attached bonus room.
Katie K. Portenga 303.242.5062 katie.portenga@cbrealty.com | PortengaProperties.com
THORNTON | $425,000
Charming 3br/2ba ranch home, that sits on a larger lot, with an incredible Downtown Denver city view & cozy eat-in kitchen. New flooring & paint sprawls plus an updated main bathroom. Situated at an amazing location close to Yorkborough Park.
Chesley Kelley 720.382.8971 ColdwellChesley@gmail.com | ChesleyKelley.com
AURORA | $376,250
3br/2ba townhome. Kitchen w/ample cabinet storage space, new GE appliances, a pantry and a breakfast bar that opens to the large living area with a wood-burning fireplace. Main bedroom w/a walk-in closet and a 5-piece bath. Complete w/a 1-car garage.
Emily Frerman 303.718.7896 emily.frerman@cbrealty.com | CajunMileHomes.com
AURORA
2br/2ba home offers a living area w/a fireplace, a dining area and an updated kitchen. Primary bedroom w/a full updated bath and a large closet. Basement apartment is all new w/a large bedroom area, a kitchenette and 3/4 bath. Complete w/a large deck.
Colleen Teitelbaum 303.668.8186
teitelbaumcolleen@gmail.com | CocoTeitel.com
AURORA | $245,000
2br/1ba in Colorado's premier 55+ community. This updated, first-floor, end-unit home features an updated kitchen and bathroom, custom paint, new laminate wood flooring throughout, a unique walk thru closet, smart lighting & more.
Andrew MacArthur 303.246.5858 andrewmac5280@gmail.com
BOULDER | $880,000
Chic 2br/2ba Boulder condo with a 1,332 SQFT layout features a gorgeous open concept interior, gourmet kitchen, corner fireplace & primary suite. Near Boulder Creek.
Jillian Fowler 303.884.2032
Tom Fowler 303.956.2575
PARKER | $815,000
4br/3ba home w/open floor plan. Gourmet kitchen w/an island and quartz counters. Primary suite w/a luxurious bath and walk-in closet. Complete w/a finished basement and landscaped yard.
Debbie Joseph 303.842.8331
LITTLETON | $800,000
3br/2.5ba home w/an open floor plan. 2-story great room w/a fireplace. Primary suite w/a walk-in closet, laundry access and bath. Enjoy mountain views from multiple outdoor spaces.
The Dudley Team 303.356.3947
WESTMINSTER | $799,000
Decorator's dream home features an open-concept main level with an exquisite kitchen & spacious living area w/cozy fireplace. Near miles of trails, restaurants, shops & Whole Foods.
Rebecca Buttrell 303.517.4830
WESTMINSTER | $777,000
Completely renovated 5br/4ba home w/an open floor plan. Enjoy a completely remodeled kitchen and a family room w/a gas fireplace. Complete w/a basement and a private yard.
Christy Hepp 303.910.5393
DENVER | $760,000
Solid brick chalet-style 3br/1ba home in West Washington Park offering a traditional floor plan, brick fireplace & hardwood floor throughout. Near Washington Park, shopping & dining.
Jean Marie Thompson 720.318.8683
EVERGREEN | $725,000
3br/3ba home w/a spacious living room and a kitchen. Family room w/a fireplace. Primary suite w/an en-suite bath and a walk-in closet. Complete w/an attached 2-car garage.
Jill and Greg Svenson 303.522.0631
LITTLETON | $715,000
4br/3ba home with a greenbelt on 2 sides provides one of the best locations in Ken Caryl featuring an expansive floorplan. Includes 26 tennis courts, 3 pools, a community center & more.
Kimberly Ryan 303.523.8333
WESTMINSTER | $710,000
4br/5ba home with custom upgrades throughout including a gourmet kitchen & large, open great room. HOA manages trash, recycling & more. Near Hwy 36 & easy access to the foothills & DIA.
Mike Desmarais 303.594.4100
LITTLETON | Price Upon Request
3br/3ba home was remodeled top to bottom. The kitchen w/an island, new cabinets and sleek quartz. Enjoy a renovated primary suite. Complete w/a lower level and a low maintenance yard.
Loy Hall 303.917.4939
DENVER | $699,000
2br/2ba condo in Cherry Creek w/a great layout, a large primary suite and a gas fireplace. There are two underground parking spaces, a private lawn area and a covered side patio.
P.J. Farrell 303.884.5368
ENGLEWOOD | $679,000
4br/3ba remodeled home on a corner lot w/designer touches throughout. Spacious kitchen w/Corian counters and stainless appliances. Complete w/an expansive deck and a covered patio.
Marcus Harris 720.217.8904
CASTLE ROCK | $650,000
Lovely 4br/3ba home featuring beautiful finishes, an open floor plan & a 3-car garage, located in the energized community of Crystal Valley. Amenities include a clubhouse, pool & more. McFall Draheim Partnership 720.232.8212
HIGHLANDS RANCH | $650,000
4br/3ba home. Family room w/a fireplace. Kitchen w/a double oven and bar top seating. Primary bedroom w/an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. Complete w/basement. Close to Redstone Park.
Rae Marie Heard 720.234.7918
ERIE | $649,900
Custom Victorian 3br/3ba home in Erie Village with an open floor plan featuring a spacious kitchen, deluxe primary suite w/balcony & 5pc bath, 2-car attached garage & wraparound porch.
Lynn Stevenson 303.324.1891
DENVER | $600,000
Stunning 1br/2ba unit located in the LoHi neighborhood with breathtaking city views. Boasting hardwood floors, modern finishes & a gourmet kitchen. Near Union Station & Coors Field. Anzur & Associates 303.263.6808
WELLINGTON | $559,000
4br/4ba ranch featuring an open floor plan with a chef’s kitchen, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, primary suite w/luxurious bath & walk-in closet & finished basement. Easy access to I-25.
Debra Caprarola 970.460.8920
GOLDEN | $539,000
2br/1ba unit. Living room w/a wood burning stove. Enjoy a full-sized dirt floor bottom level. Complete w/a covered deck, a fenced yard, a small seasonal creek and an oversized garage.
The Dudley Team 303.356.3947
AURORA | $530,000
4br/3.5ba home w/an open floor plan. Owner’s suite w/a built-in linen closet and spa-like bath. Finished basement w/a family den, kitchenette, bedroom and bath. Complete w/2-car garage. Phoenix Rain 303.884.9489
Lisa Heagney 720.338.8095
LITTLETON | $530,000
Amazing views from this beautiful 2-story, 2br/3ba home w/2-car garage located in the community of Ridge at West Meadows. Many updates throughout. Community Pool. Easy access to hiking.
McFall Draheim Partnership 720.232.8212
PEYTON | $525,000
Stunning 5br/4ba home w/Pikes Peak views features an openconcept great room w/spacious island & large sunlight-soaked living room, finished walk-out basement & stamped concrete patio.
Ashley Candler 530.228.8004
WESTCLIFFE | $525,000
Rare 2br/1ba Earthship, a green-friendly geothermal & radiant heat home, on 5 acres w/2-car detached garage, studio & covered patio w/unobstructed views.
Angela Calloura 719.322.3109
SEVERANCE | $520,000
4br/3ba home featuring hardwood floors, 10' ceilings, upgraded Kitchen w/knotty alder cabinetry & beveled edge laminate counters & finished Basement. Enjoy Mountain Views from the Deck!
Christine McDaniel 505.716.7809
WESTMINSTER | $510,000
Ranch-style 3br/2ba home features just over 1,500 SF of living space. Including an open kitchen & family room w/fireplace. Close to shopping & easy access to Downtown or the foothills.
Keely Hawk 303.522.0918
AURORA | $495,000
4br/2ba home w/an open living room, dining room and kitchen. Upper level w/3 bedrooms and a full bath. Basement w/family room, bedroom, a laundry and a bath. Complete w/a backyard.
Jeff McGinnity 303.345.7439
AURORA | $490,000
4br/3ba Entertainer’s Remodeled dream home featuring a great room & open dining area w/lower-level family room & fireplace. New int/ext paint, LVP flooring and Solar-plus more!
Kimberly Ryan 303.523.8333
LOVELAND | $487,500
3br/3ba brick duplex features a garden-level basement & a rare opportunity to live in the Mariana Butte area. Featuring an open floor plan, a large kitchen & spacious primary bedroom. Jody Jewell 970.646.2276
DENVER | $485,000
Renovated 2br/1ba home on a fenced lot w/an elegant 2022 remodel. Enjoy all new everything inside. Complete w/a landscaped yard w/tasteful new fencing, sod and sprinkler system.
Marlena Rich 303.601.8338
DENVER | $485,000
Beautiful, turnkey 2br/1ba condo in Uptown with western views from the covered balcony. Deeded secure parking spot & storage locker. Many building amenities. Close to downtown & RINO. Michael & Laurie Marcus 303.550.0075
DENVER | Price Upon Request
Charming 3br/2ba home in the heart of Denver featuring an amazing kitchen with newer counters & cabinets & updated bathrooms. Minutes from downtown, shopping, dining & transportation. New Key Team-Angie, Aleigha & Dawn 303.598.1551
CASTLE ROCK | $480,000
Cozy 3br/2ba home w/2-car garage offering an open concept floorplan w/renovated kitchen & great room w/fireplace. New AC, new roof, new windows. Near top-rated schools and more.
Hailey Rich 720.470.7479
PUEBLO | Price Upon Request
Beautifully remodeled 3br/2ba ranch-style home. Enjoy an open floor plan, upgraded kitchen & partially covered deck with mountain views, overlooking the Desert Hawk Golf Course.
Jeremiah Miller 719.505.6605
LAKEWOOD | $425,000
2br/1ba one-level home w/a living/dining room combo and a kitchen w/an abundance of storage. Enjoy a backyard w/a large, covered patio. Conclude w/2 sheds and a detached garage. Vicki Wimberly 303.210.8577
THORNTON | $424,900
3br/3ba townhome w/an open floor plan. Family room w/a gas fireplace. Primary suite w/a renovated primary bath. Complete w/a basement and a spacious back patio backing to the greenbelt.
Christy Hepp 303.910.5393
DENVER | $415,500
Renovated 1br/1.5ba condo on 30th floor of Barclay Towers. Open concept kitchen, in-unit laundry, wood plank tile flooring, custom features, underground parking and a breathtaking view!
Lisa Gabriel 303.915.5519
BOULDER | $415,000
SOLD. Amazing 2nd floor 1br/1ba condo in the Gold Run subdivision with spectacular views of the Flatirons. 1 block from CU campus & close to 29th Street. Excellent amenities. Mark Johnson 720.365.0220
Introducing the Colorado Rosé, a locally made rosé that celebrates the best of our Centennial State. To commemorate 5280’s 30-year anniversary we’ve partnered with Carboy Winery to bring you a delicious, Colorado-grown rosé that gives back to the community.
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South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have been cagey about what the revamped Casa Bonita will entail when it reopens this month, going so far as to ask a judge to block the release of permits and other planning documents to the public this past summer. So, we scoured the iconic Lakewood restaurant’s job postings for clues.
—NICHOLAS HUNTHourly Rate: $22 to $25
Job Requirement:
“Perform work...involving exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, [and] chemical hazards.”
Which can only mean that… Chemical hazards probably refer to chlorine for the pool but could also indicate that Parker and Stone plan to re-create Casa Bonita’s notoriously syrupy margaritas.
Hourly Rate: $14.27 plus tips
Job Requirement: Have an “ability to work in a loud, distracting environment with flashing lights, haze machines, ongoing shows, and large numbers of guests.”
Which can only mean that… Most of the workforce is going to have to consist of former Def Leppard roadies.
Hourly Rate: $25 to $30
Job Requirement:
“Performing in full costume, including a mask that covers face/ears/head and limits vision.”
Which can only mean that… Chiquita the Gorilla is on the loose once again!
Hourly Rate: $18 to $23
Job Requirement:
“Ability to hold a knife, use a knife correctly.”
Which can only mean that… Considering the quality of the food at the old Casa Bonita, we take it as a positive sign that the new kitchen staff will at least know which end to hold when preparing our enchiladas.
Hourly Rate: $21 to $25
Job Requirement:
“Must have a good sense of humor and the ability to laugh at the absurdities of life.”
Which can only mean that… The vibes aren’t changing at all.
