Colorado Parent Magazine October/November 2022

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Turkey Day Trot Your Way to Turkey Day

8 CALMING TIPS

FOR A CHILD WHO IS AFRAID OF THE DENTIST

FALL ROAD TRIPS

FOR FAMILIES IN COLORADO

TASTY PLACES TO GRAB AUTUMN TREATS

THE TOP HALLOWEEN EVENTS AROUND DENVER

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Great Places to Volunteer With Your Kids

Looking for ways your family can give back this holiday season? Here are five organizations with opportunities around Colorado where parents and kids can get busy doing good.

HELP PUT A STOP TO CHILDHOOD HUNGER

Lakewood

Kids age five and up, with a chaperone, are welcome to help mobile pantry Jeffco Eats in its mission to provide nonperishable food to Jefferson County families facing financial challenges and food insecurity. Volunteers pack up food bags every Friday at Lakewood United Methodist Church. jeffcoeats.org

COLLECT SHOES FOR THOSE IN NEED

Wheat Ridge

Where some see old shoes and clothing as garbage, Soles4Souls turns these unwanted items into opportunities by donating them to individuals living in poverty—keeping them out of the landfill too! Volunteers can collect shoes from their community with a shoe drive, and then spend time sorting through the donations at the Soles4Souls warehouse. soles4souls.org/colorado

CLEAN FOR A CAUSE

Loveland

It might not be glamorous, but sweeping out a horse stall as a member of the Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center barn team helps the Loveland-based nonprofit provide an avenue to physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being through equine partnerships. Children between eight and 14 years old can volunteer with a chaperone for this weekly commitment. Shifts last at least 2.5 hours. heartsandhorses.org

CELEBRATE FAMILY VOLUNTEER DAY

Denver

Gather your loved ones on November 19 and pitch in alongside History Colorado and Kramerica Gives for Family Volunteer Day. In honor of the global day of service, the two 501(C) (3)s will host a do-gooder’s bazaar where volunteers of all ages can make blankets for local pet shelters, decorate holiday cards for hospitalized kids, and more. historycolorado.org/events

Looking for even more volunteer opportunities? Check out sparkthechangecolorado.org for myriad ways to make a difference.

—Courtney Holden

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Your Way to Turkey

Neighbors This group offers loans and business training to help women build better lives for their families.

Dealing with Excessive Body Hair

We Love Bright finds to help your kiddo catch only sweet dreams.

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Top Dentists

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Top Spots to Slide

Got a little thrill seeker at home? Burn off some of their energy and totally wow them by spending a late fall afternoon whizzing down one of these local slides.

Playground Treasures

Christy Schaefer, a mother of three from Erie and founder of the family activity blog SlidesandSunshine.com, asked her kids to share their favorite slide rides near Denver. They suggest:

• For a breathtakingly high playground slide, visit the children’s play area at Denver Premium Outlets in Thornton. premiumoutlets.com/outlet/denver

• For cool slides and an Instagram-worthy location, head to Paco Sanchez Park in the Riverside neighborhood. The steep and fast concrete slide and the twisty slide within the vintage microphone structure are kid favorites.

• For the best slide to glide down with a friend, hit the wide slide at Fairmount Park in Golden.

Most Epic Height

Twin Silo Park in Fort Collins wins this honor. Between two 48-foot-tall silos, a tall and twisty slide takes kids from the top two-thirds of one silo down to the bottom of the second silo. As if that was not amazing enough, the slide has a motion sensor to trigger lights and sounds as you sail to the bottom. Truly epic! fcgov.com/parkplanning/twin-silo

Indoor Slides Galore

If the weather is cold and wet, head to the world’s first indoor slide park, Slick City, which opened in Lakewood over the summer. The 40,000-square-foot facility features slides reaching heights up to 25 feet tall—a daredevil’s dream. Kids can zoom down the race slide with up to four of their friends, get dizzy going down the bowl slide, or be propelled into a foam pit after gliding down the launch slide. slickcity.com/denverwest

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wellness

Your Guide to Staying Sane While Baby is Teething The 101 on helping your baby through the process.

happenings

Our Top Picks for October & November Explore the city while attending one of these fall, family-friendly festivities.

fresh mindset

Kyle Malone shares how his family never misses the opportunity to be creative.

Guide

Staying Sane

Slick

—Kara Thompson

Teething

A SLUMBER PARTY STYLE GETAWAY

Let’s get real: there is nothing relaxing about cramming the whole family into one little hotel room, even if it’s only for a couple days. Kinship Landing, the downtown Colorado Springs boutique hotel that opened in 2020, recently debuted spacious custom family suites that make a comfy basecamp for a fall family getaway. The modern, minimalist-style rooms feature four customdesigned bunk beds, a queen bed for mom and dad, and two in-room bathrooms (hello, easier mornings!). The rooms are also pet friendly, so everyone in your crew can be included on the family vacay. After an adventure to the top of Pikes Peak, a hike through Garden of the Gods, or an outing to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, gather around a firepit or tuck in for a cozy family slumber party. kinshiplanding.com

Kara Thompson

GOBBLE AWAY for Turkey Day

Here’s a clever way to get kids involved in the Thanksgiving preparations, without crowding the kitchen. Craft these cute silverware holders. You will need dark brown, light brown, orange, red, and cream felt, craft glue, scissors, a pencil, permanent marker, and the turkey template at ColoradoParent.com. To Make: Print the turkey template and cut out pieces. Trace each piece onto the felt colors according to the notes on the template. Once all pieces of felt are cut out, grab the craft glue and start layering: Glue piece one and two together, leaving the top open to create a pocket. Continue gluing the rest of the felt pieces for the turkey body. Finally, cut two small circles from white felt for eyes and dot them with a black permanent marker. Let dry completely before inserting silverware.

—Craft and photo by Makayla Shartle, who shares creative lifestyle ideas on her blog Makayla and Co.

Photo: Friendship Bridge Photo: Ashlee Kay Photography

Financial Support for Guatemalan Mothers

Friendship Bridge offers loans and business training to help women build better lives for their families.

By Lydia Rueger

When Astrid, from Guatemala, separated from her husband seven years ago, her three young daughters were just one, three, and five years old. She wanted her meat and sausage business to grow in order to do the best she could for her girls, but she needed financial support to make it more profitable.

In 2020, she joined Friendship Bridge, a nonprofit based in Lakewood that operates in Guatemala, where poverty and migration rates are high. Since 1998, the organization has been providing small loans and services to women who have limited access to economic opportunities in their home country, so they do not have to make the difficult choice to migrate. Some Friendship Bridge clients like Astrid work in the food services industry; others are artisans, farmers, store owners, and coffee producers. Most are mothers working hard to create a different future for their kids.

Friendship Bridge gave Astrid a loan with which she bought industrial meat processing equipment and received business development training and connections to mentors. Now she not only supports her girls, but also employs eight people in her San Marcos community.

“I am surprised that, even as a single mother, 32 years old, and aware of the challenges we face in our communities, Friendship Bridge trusts my development and me,” Astrid says.

Friendship Bridge focuses on Guatemala due to the fact that 59% of the population lives in poverty. Additionally, nearly half of all Guatemalan children under age five are malnourished, according to The 2020 CIA World Factbook.

“The income our clients are able to bring into the home allows them to feed their families and support their children to remain in school longer,” says Caitlin Scott, Chief Strategy Officer at Friendship Bridge. “It creates generational change in quality of life.” friendshipbridge.org

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

Support women entrepreneurs in Guatemala by shopping online, or make an appointment to shop in person at the in-office show room, 405 Urban St., Lakewood, 9 a.m. to noon, Monday-Thursday (303-674-0717). All items are handmade by Friendship Bridge’s arti sans. Colorado residents can also start Friendship Circles—com munity groups which benefit Friendship Bridge.

Photo: Friendship Bridge good neighbors

Your pre-teen daughter has developed a lot of body hair and is really embarrassed by it. How do you help her cope with it?

By Courtney Drake-McDonough

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THE MOM WHO HAS BEEN THERE AND IS DOING IT RIGHT NOW SAYS…

I come from a long line of women with ample dark hair on the face and body and, as a teen, was extremely self-conscious about my own. I was able to make light of it thanks to my mother who did the same. I tried a variety of treatments over the years but ended up shaving every day. My 13-year-old daughter is extremely self-conscious about her own body hair and her mix of very blond hair with dark eyebrows. If she approaches me, I help her find products, take her to get her eyebrows waxed, and basically keep an open discussion going about how women’s bodies are all different. The bigger of a deal I make something, the more my children fixate on it. So when it comes to body hair, we roll with it -- and have pink razors in every bathroom.

–C.S., Denver, mother of a son and a daughter

THE MOM WHO HAS LIVED THROUGH IT SAYS…

I don’t have a teen girl, but I was that teen girl. I wish, more than anything in the world, that my parents had been willing to pay to remove some of it. Everyone always insinuated it was just normal teenage insecurity, but it wasn’t - I’m in my 40s now, and I can say, with authority, that my body and facial hair did not, and do not, fall in the range of normal, and it has had huge impacts on my quality of life since the age of 13. No one understood or took it seriously, and I’m still struggling to afford hair removal decades later.

My advice is to offer to pay for laser hair removal or electrolysis. If you can afford to help, just do it.

–Roberta S., mother of two, Denver

THE AUTHOR OF A BOOK ABOUT BODY HAIR SAYS…

Parents looking to help their children find a level of acceptance toward their body hair must wrangle with the fact that our society, to a large degree, does not see this as beautiful. That’s why working on self-acceptance and confidence is so crucial. This transcends hair and speaks to the psyche itself—if you can’t accept yourself in whole, try accepting yourself in parts. Is your child a great softball player? A dynamite pianist? Start with their most obvious strengths to help bolster their confidence as a whole.

Sometimes a confidence boost means a cosmetic treatment. If your child continues to wrestle with accepting themselves, this is absolutely a viable option. Accepting oneself as you are does not mean you can’t make changes. Love your children as they are. Share this feeling with them. Listen to their fears; help them understand their feelings are valid.

Photos: Getty Images.

Meaghan Burns, Infant/Toddler Master Teacher at Fisher Early Learning Center, University of Denver and mother of four

Light up the Night

By Kara Thompson

This Dinosaur Mason Jar Solar Light is powered by an LED in the lid that turns on automatically in the dark. As soon as the sun goes down, the hand painted dinosaur and whimsical felt and paper scene magically light inside the jar. Place it near a sunny window during the day to recharge. $48, treebykerrilee.com

Space creatures don’t have to look creepy. The friendly looking alien in this Little Lights UFO Lamp is perfect for any space-obsessed kid. The night-light is made with 100% natural pinewood and comes with a remote, dimmer, and timer for easy bedtimes.

$240, littlelights.us

Add your child’s name or a sweet phrase up to 20 characters to this Personalized Flying Unicorn Night Light. The soothing rainbow scene is sketched onto an acrylic plaque and is sure to take your child into the land of make believe. $65, uncommongoods.com

Perfect for Colorado kids, this Campfire Night Light will bring the nostalgia of outdoor summer nights right to their bedroom. The wood base paired with a plastic “flame” will set the tone for creative dreaming (perhaps of bottomless s’mores). $50, crateandbarrel.com

If your child feels that they’re too grown up for a traditional night-light, this Neon LED Cloud Wall Decor is a stylish and useful alternative. It would work just as well in a nursery as it would in a tween’s bedroom, making it a piece you can enjoy for years to come. $99, potterybarnkids.com

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Halloween Haunts

WHETHER YOUR FAMILY’S HALLOWEEN VIBE IS SUPER SPOOKY OR SORT OF SILLY, THESE FESTIVE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.

By Liz Callahan Schnabolk

FAMILY FAVES, WITH A HALLOWEEN TWIST!

THESE POPULAR AREA SPOTS ARE GETTING BIG HALLOWEEN GLOW-UPS! VISIT THESE ATTRACTIONS IN OCTOBER FOR UNBELIEVABLE PUMPKIN DISPLAYS, SPECIAL TRICK-OR-TREATING EVENTS, AND SO MUCH MORE.

Glow At The Gardens

Denver Botanic Gardens

Thousands of carved pumpkins dot the landscape of the Denver Botanic Gardens, all lit up and even piled into giant statues like creepy spiders and a spooky bronco. (Fun fact: all the pumpkins are real and come from local farms!) Oct. 18-23, 6 to 9 p.m. botanicgardens.org

Wild Fall: Trick-Or-Treat Trail

Denver Zoo

Spooky meets wild at the Denver Zoo this fall. Put the kiddos in costume and get ready for everything from trick-or-treating to meeting the creepiest, crawliest animals who live at the zoo. Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28-31, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. denverzoo.org

Halloween Kids Fest

Downtown Denver Aquarium

Pop your kids into their costumes for half-price admission, then let them enjoy the aquarium’s exhibits while onboard a spooky train ride. Don’t leave without also taking part in pumpkin painting, monster mural coloring, creepy experiments, and other special activities. Oct. 28-31. downtownaquariumdenver.com

Boo at the Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Enjoy after-hours Halloween fun at this Colorado Springs gem. The family-favorite My Big Backyard kids play area is filled with carved, lit up pumpkins; kids can trick-or-treat at candy stations throughout, and there’s even a just-scary-enough haunted house for the six and up crew. Oct. 21-23 and 28-31, 4 to 8:30 p.m. cmzoo.org

Harvest Hoot

The Children’s Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Here your kiddos can learn to cook up festive snacks in The Teaching Kitchen, make Halloween crafts, and also play tons of carnival games. Don’t forget to put on those costumes, too! Oct. 28-30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. mychildsmuseum.org

SPOOKY SCENES

KIDS GETTING A LITTLE OLDER? LET THEM EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF A LITTLE FRIGHT—WHILE KNOWING THEY’LL STILL SLEEP AT NIGHT—WITH THESE FUN AND FESTIVE ACTIVITIES.

The Ghosts of Denver Tour

Did you know that Denver’s historic Capitol Hill is actually haunted? Yup, you read that right. And you can learn all about it—plus soak up a big dose of history— on this family-friendly tour. It’s led by paranormal experts and takes you on a walking tour of areas where ghost activity has been reported. ghostcitytours.com

Victorian Horrors

This Molly Brown House event is good for older kids, who may have read the likes of Frankenstein or The Raven. You’ll go from room to room to see costumed Victorian authors reading from spooky books, and maybe encounter some other frights along the way. historicdenver.org

Boo! At Bear Creek

Your fam may be used to hiking together, but this event takes nature treks to a whole new level. Grab flashlights and wear your headlamps, then follow a guide through the trails at Colorado Springs’ Bear Creek Nature Center in the dark. Along the way, you’ll learn about—and maybe even run into—some really creepy nighttime creatures. bearcreeknaturecenter.org

Movie Magic

McGregor Square

Take movie night up a notch this October!

The big–and we mean 66-foot big–screen at McGregor Square is showing two free family-friendly Halloween movies this month, with Beetlejuice on October 13 and Frankenweenie on October 27. Showtime is 6 p.m., but be sure to get there early to grab a spot on the lawn and some food to eat while you watch. mcgregorsquare.com.

FALL FLAVORS

SURE, YOU CAN GET PUMPKIN SPICED JUST-ABOUT-ANYTHING THESE DAYS, BUT THIS COLLECTION OF TREATS AND SWEETS ARE REALLY WORTH THE TRIP.

Acreage Ciderhouse & Eatery

Can you really call this a fall treats roundup without a mention of cider donuts?

We think not. The version at Acreage Ciderhouse & Eatery in Lafayette will satisfy the taste buds of kids and adults alike, thanks to a gluten-free flour blend and classic taste. acreageco.com

Logan House Coffee

Logan House Coffee in Denver is another necessary stop so you and the kiddos can try the homemade pumpkin toasted-pastry (and, nope, it’s nothing like the ones from the box!) loganhousecoffee.com

Gateaux Bakery

The classic Gateaux Bakery rolls out delicious fall treats every week, including the must-try pumpkin maple bread. gateauxbakery.com

Piece, Love, and Chocolate

For those with a serious sweet tooth, head to Piece, Love, and Chocolate in Boulder to get your hands (’er … mouth?) on their pumpkinchocolate cheesecake, pumpkin-dipped chocolate cannoli, or pumpkin-chocolate-chip fudge. pieceloveandchocolate.com

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How we come up with the Top Dentists list.

This list is pulled from the 2022 Top Dentists database, which is created using peer evaluations and includes listings for more than 900 dentists and specialists in Colorado. To create its list, top Dentists asked dentists and specialists a personal question: “If you had a patient in need of a dentist, which dentist would you refer him or her to?” The nomination pool comprised all active dentists listed online with the American Dental Association as well as with dental academies and societies. (Dentists could also nominate others who may not be on those lists.) Respondents were asked to consider experience, continuing education, manner with patients, use of new techniques and technologies, and physical results. After the responses were compiled, dentists were checked against state dental boards for disciplinary actions to make sure they have active licenses and are in good standing. We realize there are many fine dentists who are not on this list; a dentist’s inclusion is based on the subjective judgments of fellow dentists. For more information, visit us at topdentists.com.

General Dentistry

ARVADA

Kelly L. Arnold

ARVADA DENTAL CENTER

5220 Wadsworth Bypass, Unit C 303-421-7611 arvadadentalcenter.com

Gregory D. Bennett

ARVADA DENTAL CENTER

5220 Wadsworth Bypass, Unit C 303-421-7611 arvadadentalcenter.com

Lindsay Compton

GENERATIONS FAMILY &

COSMETIC DENTISTRY

8595 Ralston Road 303-421-2131 arvadadentist.com

Brett P. Flower 7850 Vance Drive, Suite 245 303-422-3303 flowerdds.com

Caron B. Holmes

HOLMES FAMILY DENTISTRY 6355 Ward Road, Suite 410 303-420-7100 holmesddspc.com

James R. Holmes

HOLMES FAMILY DENTISTRY 6355 Ward Road, Suite 410 303-420-7100 holmesddspc.com

Jesse M. Jenkins

FIVE PARKS DENTAL 13739 W. 85th Drive 303-456-4745 fiveparksdental.com

Tara R. Bruggeman

FOREST HILLS DENTAL CARE 7450 S. Gartrell Road, Suite A-9 303-840-9557 foresthillsdentalco.com

Deborah K. Deeg

DEEG AND DEEG DENTISTRY 14991 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 390 303-690-6662 deegdentistry.com

Miles F. Deeg

DEEG AND DEEG DENTISTRY 14991 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 390 303-690-6662 deegdentistry.com

Stefan W. Ginther

GINTHER FAMILY DENTISTRY 6240 S. Main St., Suite 200 303-693-2288 gintherfamilydentistry.com

Christopher Henes

ILIFF FAMILY DENTAL 12510 E. Iliff Ave., Suite 305 303-695-0102 iliffdental.com

Nelson S. Joo

ORCHID DENTAL 2222 S. Fraser St., Suite 3 303-671-0305 yourorchiddental.com

Gunjan Kalra

Andrew L. Ricci

D’AMICO & MAUCK 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Suite 422 303-974-4442 betteryoursmile.com

Randy Sanders

SANDERS AND SOULT FAMILY DENTISTRY 3100 S. Parker Road, Suite 103 303-337-2794 sandersandsoult.com

Mary Connolly Savoy

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 mykidschoicedental.com

Aaron Sun

ASPENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES & COLORADO DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER 2900 S. Peoria St., Unit C 303-751-3321 aspenwooddental.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

Halee Lesch

LESCH FAMILY DENTAL 9950 W. 80th Ave., Suite 12 303-424-6226 leschfamilydental.com

Daren Mairs

MAIRS FAMILY DENTISTRY 6355 Ward Road, Suite 201 303-420-3310 mairsfamilydentistry.com

Nichole Mairs

MAIRS FAMILY DENTISTRY 6355 Ward Road, Suite 201 303-420-3310 mairsfamilydentistry.com

Joseph Parsons

PERFECT TEETH 8749 Wadsworth Blvd. 720-897-1479 perfectteeth.com

Tyr R. Peterson

PETERSON DENTISTRY 5400 Ward Road, Building 2, Suite 102 303-424-6483 petersondentistryarvada.com

Jon Simon

ARVADA WEST DENTAL 14715 W. 64th Ave. 303-940-7166

Justin Smutz

SMILES BY DESIGN 11890 W. 64th Ave. 303-422-0094 myarvadadentist.com

Joseph Taylor

TAYLOR DENTAL ARTS 7913 Allison Way, Suite 101 303-420-1114 taylordentalarts.com

Gregory B. Waters 8850 Ralston Road, Suite 104 303-420-3233 dentalcarearvada.com

Stuart R. Winter WINTER DENTAL 8605 Ralston Road 303-424-4567 winterfamilydental.com

Michael Woods

SIGNATURE DENTISTRY OF ARVADA 14950 W. 64th Ave., Suite A 303-423-0930 mountainview advanceddentistry.com

AURORA

Rabi Al-Tatari SMOKY HILL FAMILY DENTISTRY 16629 E. Smoky Hill Road 303-699-8788 smokyhilldentistry.com

Raed Ammari

AMMARI DENTAL 1344 S. Chambers Road, Suite 203 303-283-8009 ammaridental.com

Lisa M. Augustine

ASPENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES & COLORADO DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER 2900 S. Peoria St., Unit C 303-751-3321 aspenwooddental.com

Chris Bentley

GRANDVIEW DENTAL 6830 S. Liverpool St., Unit A 303-500-6836 grandviewdentalcolorado.com

Jared Bruggeman

FOREST HILLS DENTAL CARE 7450 S. Gartrell Road, Suite A-9 303-840-9557 foresthillsdentalco.com

SOUTHLANDS DENTAL 22970 E. Smoky Hill Road 720-886-0606 southlandsdental.com

Timothy D. Kneller

ESTHETIC DENTISTRY 12101 E. Iliff Ave., Suite U 303-696-9364

Davood Manshadi

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 mykidschoicedental.com

Matt R. Mauck

D’AMICO & MAUCK 3131 S. Vaughn Way, Suite 422 303-974-4442 betteryoursmile.com

Michael Mingle

RANKIN & MINGLE DENTISTRY 15901 E. Briarwood Circle, Suite 350 303-690-4000 rmdental.com

Kimberly K. Miyamoto

MIYAMOTO FAMILY DENTAL 2495 S. Havana St., Unit E 303-750-2460 drkimdentist.com

Vidya Patuvilan

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 mykidschoicedental.com

Jennifer Rankin

RANKIN & MINGLE DENTISTRY 15901 E. Briarwood Circle, Suite 350 303-690-4000 rmdental.com

Jana Rausa

CHAMBERS COURT DENTISTRY 2161 S. Chambers Road 303-369-7735 janarausadds.com

Zachary A. Young

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 mykidschoicedental.com

John K. Zalesky

AURORA HILLS DENTAL 400 S. Potomac Way 303-363-7777 aurorahillsdental.com

Daniel J. Zeppelin

ASPENWOOD DENTAL ASSOCIATES & COLORADO DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER

2900 S. Peoria St., Unit C 303-751-3321 aspenwooddental.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 5250 Manhattan Circle 303-219-0499 drcarmenburke.com

Emmanuel R. De La Paz

DE LA PAZ GENERAL DENTISTRY 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., Suite C 303-499-7072 dentalaid.org

John A. Montoya

BOULDER DENTAL DESIGNS 4770 Baseline Road, Suite 310 303-443-1895 boulderdentaldesigns.com

Stephanie Nielsen

NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com

Kirk R. 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 III

NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com

David J. Welden

NORTH BOULDER DENTAL 1001 North St. 303-447-1042 boulderdental.com

Heidi E. Winquist 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 201 303-440-7538 heididds.com

BROOMFIELD

Robert Berry

MOUNTAIN AIRE DENTISTRY 291 E. Flatiron Crossing Drive 303-731-7755 mountainairedentistry.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., Suite 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

Elizabeth K. Minard

FLEISCHMANN FAMILY DENTISTRY 1080 U.S. 287 303-465-2341 broomfielddentistry.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

CASTLE PINES

Jeff Scheich

SCHEICH FAMILY DENTISTRY 250 Max Drive, Suite 202 720-733-7799 scheichfamilydentistry.com

CENTENNIAL

Annette M. Alford DRS. ALFORD, FORTI & FRIEDL 6650 S. Vine St., Suite L-20 303-795-7674 personalizingyoursmile.com

Robin M. Asbury

METRO SMILES 9025 E. Mineral Circle, Suite 102 303-768-8443 smilesbydrrobin.com

Cameron M. Auger

DR. CAMERON AUGER & 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

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 DENTISTRY 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

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

Sean P. Kennelly

ARGYLE FAMILY DENTAL 8120 S. Holly St., Suite 208 303-770-2254 argylefamilydental.com

Hamid Khanjari

SIGNATURE DENTISTRY OF AURORA 15795 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 100 303-337-1338 signaturedentistryofaurora.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 pmnicolosidds.com

Kurt E. Nielsen

HOLLY DENTAL ASSOCIATES 8010 S. Holly St., Suite 100 303-694-6400 hollydental.com

Daniel B. Norrie

SMOKY HILL DENTAL 18525 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite D 303-617-9090 smokyhilldental.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

Brigitte Segal 6909 S. Holly Circle, Suite 240 303-770-6084 dtc-dentistry.com

Greg Sims 7180 E. Orchard Road, Suite 309 303-290-8833

Richard J. Wallace

ADVANCED DENTAL ON SMOKY HILL ROAD 20921 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite A 303-690-7778 richardwallacedds.com

Matthew R. Wimmer 5290 E. Arapahoe Road 303-794-6339 matthewwimmerdmd.com

Kathleen M. Young

YOUNG FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 7400 E. Arapahoe Road, Suite 200 303-759-9535 topdentistdenver.com

DENVER

Wameedh Abdulameer

FIRST CHOICE DENTAL 155 Cook St., Suite 201 303-320-0734 firstchoicedentalco.com

Kara Arnold HIGHLAND SMILES 3480 W. 32nd Ave. 303-623-0407 highlandsmiles.net

David S. Bennett

SIGNATURE DENTISTRY OF DENVER 2700 E. Louisiana Ave., Suite 101 720-246-0496 signaturedentistry ofcolorado.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 607 303-767-6139 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

DR. CARTER SMILES 3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 218 303-765-2824 drcartersmiles.com

Erin Cherry

WYNKOOP DENTISTRY 1401 Wynkoop St., Suite 160 303-572-4487 wynkoopdentistry.com

Ewelina Ciula

EC FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY 700 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

Jennifer Derse

ESPIRE DENTAL 6825 E. Tennessee Ave., Suite 621 303-214-9247 espiredental.com

James C. 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

Bruce R. Dunn

CODY DENTAL GROUP 4301 E. Amherst Ave. 303-758-5858 codydental.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. 303-731-5475 escalafamilydentistry.com

John M. Flanigan

FLANIGAN DENTISTRY 2696 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 400 303-758-3935 flanigandentistry.com

Lindsay A. Fox

LODO DENTAL

1435 Wazee St., Suite 102 303-623-5636 lododental.com

Mark Frank

3955 E. Exposition Ave., Suite 412 303-722-2686 markfrankdds.com

Nicole K. 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

Anne Gittings

JACKSON STREET DENTAL

300 S. Jackson St., Suite 510 303-388-5222

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

Gary E. Hagen

CHERRY CREEK DENTISTRY 90 Madison St., Suite 406 303-393-6006 cherrycreekdentistry.com

Kate H. Hakala

HAKALA FAMILY DENTAL 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 100 303-321-8967 hakalafamilydentistry.com

Brandon Hall

ESPIRE DENTAL

1590 Little Raven St., Suite 180 720-208-9355 espiredental.com

Eric A. Hamidi

SOUTHEAST DENTAL ARTS

4380 S. Syracuse St., Suite 504 303-741-1011 southeastdentalarts.com

Megan G. 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 M. Hatzidakis

GOVERNOR’S PARK DENTAL GROUP

700 E. Ninth Ave., Suite 102 720-647-2766 govparkdental.com

Makala B. Hubbell

LOWRY FAMILY DENTISTRY 8158 E. Fifth Ave., Suite 150 303-366-3000 lowryfamilydentistry.com

Rebecca S. Huser

TAMARAC DENTAL CARE 7555 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 425 303-773-1211 huserdentistry.com

Richard J. Ito

DOWNTOWN DENVER DENTAL 1050 17th St., Suite B-190 303-529-6493 downtowndenverdental.com

Carley Janda

CITY ROOTS DENTAL 4433 W. 29th Ave., Suite 206 720-428-8916 cityrootsdental.com

Molly Johnson

WILLIAMS FAMILY DENTISTRY 4624 N. Central Park Blvd., Suite 102 303-945-2699 margiewilliamsdds.com

Mark A. Jolstad

COMFORT DENTAL OF 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 A. Karaskevicus

PERFECT TEETH 4521 E. Virginia Ave. 720-506-5549 perfectteeth.com

Kim T. Kennelly

SMILE HIGH DENTAL SPA 7555 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 310 303-355-1645 smilehighdentalspa.com

Thomas J. Kirchner 820 Clermont St., Suite 110 303-399-7106

Malgorzata R. Korosciel

SOUTHEAST DENVER DENTAL 2660 S. Monaco Parkway 303-757-7175 sedenverdental.com

Chandra L. Kreider

KREIDER DENTAL 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

Ihsan Larsen

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 2250 S. Monaco Parkway, Suite 8304 303-476-6233 mykidschoicedental.com

Nickie K. Lê

LÊDOWNS DENTISTRY 4809 Argonne St., Suite 220 303-578-7655 ledownsdentistry.com

Brett R. Levin

ESPIRE DENTAL

6825 E. Tennessee Ave., Suite 621 303-333-2221 espiredental.com

Clifford S. Litvak

ESTHETIC COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY 695 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 380 303-777-8850 cliffordslitvakdds.com

Juliann C. Lyons 6825 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 201 303-756-6862 denverclearbraces.com

James W. Makowski MAKOWSKI DENTAL 1220 S. Parker Road, Suite 104 303-751-5558 makowskidental.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

Nathan 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

Ivan S. Naiman

GREENWOOD VILLAGE DENTISTRY 8080 E. Union Ave., Suite 140 303-770-2900 greenwoodvillagedentistry.com

Jack Nguyen

AWESOME DENTAL COLORADO 3600 N. Quebec St. 303-355-1818

Michael Ontiveros

ROCKY MOUNTAIN DENTAL GROUP 2475 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-233-1335 rockymountaindentalgroup.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 K. 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 M. Rohleder

HIGHLAND SMILES 3480 W. 32nd Ave. 303-623-0407 highlandsmiles.net

Eric C. Rossow

ASPEN DENTAL PRIVATE PRACTICE OF CHERRY CREEK 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

Nicholas Sigman

DENVER FAMILY DENTISTRY 2030 S. Federal Blvd. 303-936-8204 denverfamilydentistry.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 stammdentalwellness.com

Kate S. Steele

STEELE DENTISTRY 8655 Montview Blvd., Suite 110 303-278-3353 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 W. Van Zytveld

1391 Speer Blvd., Suite 540 303-296-3851 ericvanzytvelddds.com

Nick Venuto

PERFECT TEETH 1633 Fillmore St., Suite 200 720-863-6160 perfectteeth.com

Leonid Vilner

ACCORD DENTAL 2121 S. Oneida St., Suite 321 303-796-8767 accorddentalgroup.com

Stefanie S. Walker

PEARL DENTISTRY 2200 W. 29th Ave. 720-961-2251 pearldentistrydenver.com

Dawn M. 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 N. Central Park Blvd., Suite 102 303-945-2699 margiewilliamsdds.com

Chadwick N. Williamson

PRIMARY DENTAL

5801 W. 44th Ave., Unit C 303-433-1239 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

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 120 303-757-8446 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

Katherine T. Johnson

AFFINITY DENTAL ARTS 601 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 300 303-788-6462 affinitydentalartsco.com

Sahel Khorshidian

CENTER CITY DENTAL GROUP

OF ENGLEWOOD 800 Englewood Parkway, Suite A-201 303-744-5000 citycenterdentalgroup.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 120 303-757-8446 cherryhillsdentist.com

Ryan Redfearn

FIT TO SMILE DENTAL

3601 S. Clarkson St., Suite 200 303-762-8046 fittosmile.com

Thomas C. Reed

CENTER CITY 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

Larry Tilliss

125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 350 303-723-0446 larrytillissdds.com

Stephen L. Unkel

UNKEL & SHIBILSKI DENTAL 125 Inverness Drive East, Suite 360 720-875-1130 uandsdental.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

FOXFIELD Michael J. Miller

FOXFIELD DENTAL 16350 E. Arapahoe Road 720-870-0401 foxfielddental.com

GLENDALE

Jeff D. Johnston

ASCENT DENTAL GROUP 4500 E. Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 100 303-975-6987 ascentdental.com

David P. Micklin

CHERRY CREEK DENTAL GROUP 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 700 303-399-1650 cherrycreekdentists.com

Richard A. Murdoch 501 S. Cherry St., Suite 230 303-355-6340 murdochdds.com

Sujin Yi

GLENDALE DENTAL DESIGNS 425 S. Cherry St., Suite 700 303-296-8525 glendaledentaldesigns.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

GREENWOOD VILLAGE

Melissa F. Alconcel

GREENWOOD VILLAGE DENTISTRY 8490 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 370 303-740-9353 fischerdds.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

Charles W. Fischer

GREENWOOD VILLAGE DENTISTRY 8490 E. Crescent Parkway, Suite 370 303-740-9353 gwvdentistry.com

Brett H. Kessler

LANDMARK DENTAL STUDIOS 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

SIEVERS DENTISTRY

7400 E. Crestline Circle, Suite 110 303-771-7907 drsieversdds.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 K. Zervas

VILLAGE DENTAL 5670 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 404 303-220-7662 villagedentaldtc.com

HIGHLANDS RANCH

Brent D. Bailey

COLORADO PRECISION DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS 66 W. Springer Drive, Suite 204 303-481-0565 copdo.com

Anna M. Burger

HIGHLANDS DENTAL

2201 W. Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Suite C-6 303-220-1122 myhighlandsdental.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. 303-835-9358 hrsmiles.com

Amanda McCabe

HIGHLANDS RANCH SMILES 9461 S. University Blvd. 303-835-9358 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 S. McKeever

HIGHLANDS RANCH SMILES 9461 S. University Blvd. 303-835-9358 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

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

Monica Borris

BORRIS DENTAL AT BELMAR 15 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-936-3700 borrisdental.com

David G. Collins

BELMAR PARK DENTAL CARE 1555 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 1 303-986-9522 belmarparkdental.com

Patricia L. DeCino

DECINO FAMILY DENTISTRY 950 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 207 303-237-3640 decinofamilydentistry.com

Daniel K. Duvall 3333 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 316 303-986-0043 danielduvalldds.com

Christopher D. 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

Thomas L. Herrera

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL

2020 Wadsworth Blvd., Suite 9 303-431-1221 mykidschoicedental.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, 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

Jackie M. 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 1-A 303-935-3465 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 303-988-6115 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

BORRIS DENTAL AT BELMAR 15 Wadsworth Blvd. 303-936-3700 borrisdental.com

Michael E. Unser

20TH AVENUE DENTISTRY 7575 W. 20th Ave. 303-7238-1400 20thavenuedentistry.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

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. 303-978-1104 swpdo.com

Claire-Marie Bender

WINDERMERE FAMILY DENTISTRY 2100 W. Littleton Blvd., Unit A 303-798-4571 windermerefamilydentistry.com

Dave 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 mylittletondentist.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

Anne Casson

LITTLETON FAMILY DENTAL 26 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite 375 303-797-3867 littletonfamilydental.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

Brandy Dale 1279 W. Littleton Blvd. 303-794-3969 drloperdentist.com

David D. Daugherty

ASPEN VIEW DENTAL 5104 S. Field St. 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 South 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 Ho-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 305 303-972-0738 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 brucehjohnsondds.com

Susan Kutis

BLUE SAGE DENTAL 10354 W. Chatfield Ave., Suite 100 303-973-1112 bluesagedental.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

MORRIS FAMILY DENTISTRY 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

Erik 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 mylittletondentist.com

Mollie E. Richardson

RIVERSIDE DENTAL 2630 W. Belleview Ave., Suite 260 720-524-3854 riversidedental-co.com

Stephanie S. Saide Karlin

DAKOTA RIDGE DENTAL 13402 W. Coal Mine Ave., Suite 270 303-933-2420 dakotaridgedental.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 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 AESTHETIC DENTAL CENTER 8683 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 200 303-858-9000 almeidabelldental.com

Sandra C. Ambida

AMBIDA FAMILY DENTISTRY 9695 S. Yosemite St., Suite 225 303-790-8338 ambidadental.com

Christopher J. Baer

BAER DENTAL 9695 S. Yosemite St., Suite 327 303-557-6453 baerdental.com

Paul W. Bell

ALMEIDA & BELL AESTHETIC DENTAL CENTER 8683 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 200 303-858-9000 almeidabelldental.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 100 303-558-6042 parkmeadowsdentalgroup.com

Angela M. Osborn

OSBORN ADVANCED DENTISTRY 9105 Kimmer Drive 303-799-9993 osborndental.com

Michael Scott Peppler

MEADOWS DENTAL GROUP

7430 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 100 303-558-6042 parkmeadowsdentalgroup.com

NORTHGLENN

Bryan J. Rieker

RIEKER SMILES

11150 Huron St., Suite 211 303-452-9200 riekersmiles.com

Jamie E. 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

Stefan Bergeron

GREEN DENTAL CARE

19551 Hess Road, Suite 100 720-597-8756 dentistparker.com

John R. Brockman

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

Beckie Harman

HARMAN FAMILY DENTAL CENTER 19700 E. Parker Square Drive, Suite A 303-841-2144 harmanfamilydentalcenter.com

Greg S. Harman

HARMAN FAMILY DENTAL CENTER 19700 E. Parker Square Drive, Suite A 303-841-2144 harmanfamilydentalcenter.com

Brian Richter

TWIN ASPEN DENTAL CENTER 19572 Stroh Road 303-841-7466 twinaspendentalcenter.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 E. Coalton Road, Suite B 303-494-9400 superiordentist.com

THORNTON

Jessica Barron

BARRON FAMILY DENTAL 10305 Washington St. 303-284-6463 barronfamilydental.com

Erica A. Derby

APPLETREE DENTAL 2800 E. 136th Ave. 720-872-2892 appletreesmile.com

Alan H. Gurman

ALPINE DENTAL CENTER 9351 Grant St., Suite 550 303-428-6367 alpinedentalcenter.net

Brian Hutchison

HIGH POINTE 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

Carrie W. Mauterer

APPLETREE DENTAL 3955 E. 120th Ave., Suite B 303-255-4855 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 thorncreek cosmeticdentistry.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

Alex 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. 303-974-4732 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 100 303-420-9720 ssdgsmiles.com

Jonathan M. 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 M. 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

Nelson C. Sanders 7350 Lowell Blvd. 303-390-1659 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

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

Suchitar Sharma

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 5375 W. 38th Ave. 303-476-6292 mykidschoicedental.com

Ashwini Shivashankarapa

KIDS CHOICE DENTAL 5375 W. 38th Ave. 303-476-6292 mykidschoicedental.com

Orthodontics

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

OHMART ORTHODONTICS

25521 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite 200 303-586-5750 ohmartorthodontics.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

Krystal Hoversten

ALL ABOUT BRACES 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-341-5437 aabraces.com

Keith J. Kohrs

Dentists

KOHRS ORTHODONTICS

2900 S. Peoria St., Suite B 303-750-3660 kohrsortho.com

Charles F. Reed

REED ORTHODONTICS

20971 E. Smoky Hill Road, Suite 200 303-617-3333 reedortho.com

Theresa L. Shaver

ALL ABOUT BRACES 15159 E. Colfax Ave., Unit B 303-462-1462 aabraces.com

BOULDER

John S. Walker

BOULDER VALLEY ORTHODONTICS 350 Broadway St., Suite 120 303-494-3535 boulderortho.com

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

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

Joseph B. Dankey

BROOMFIELD ORTHODONTICS

10 Garden Center 303-469-7874 broomfieldbraces.com

CASTLE PINES

Andrew J. Dunbar

CASTLE PINES ORTHODONTICS

250 Max Drive, Suite 201 303-688-3837 castlepinesortho.com

CENTENNIAL

Jeffrey W. Haskins

VILLAGE ORTHODONTICS 15454 E. Orchard Road 720-647-7167 villageorthodontics.com

David E. Lindeman

HOMESTEAD PARK ORTHODONTICS 6881 S. Holly Circle, Suite 109 303-740-7806 lindemanortho.com

Deborah 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 220 303-799-7733 sc-ortho.com

DENVER

Ginny Baker

5280 ORTHODONTICS

4326 E. Eighth Ave. 303-377-5280 5280orthodontics.com

Lia D. 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

Danielle DeLand

I-ORTHODONTICS

1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200-B 303-662-9000 i-ortho.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 J. Idiculla

I-ORTHODONTICS

1400 Glenarm Place, Suite 200-B 303-662-9000 i-ortho.com

Gina Kessler

TOWNCENTER DENTISTRY

AND ORTHODONTICS

7479 E. 29th Place 303-321-4445 tcdodenver.com

Joanna Z. Levin

LEVIN ORTHODONTICS

125 Rampart Way, Suite 301 303-366-9090 levinorthodenver.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 303-425-0077 aabraces.com

Robert T. Rudman

ADVANCED ORTHODONTIC CARE

4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 850 303-331-0222 cherrycreeksmiles.com

Clifton C. Speaks

SPEAKS ORTHODONTICS

3141 Irving St., Suite 201 303-292-1780 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

GREENWOOD VILLAGE

Mark Y. Iritani

IRITANI ORTHODONTICS

8200 E. Belleview Ave., Suite 420-E 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 260 303-688-9617 blortho.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 303-987-0500 duryeasmiles.com

Dafne I. Ellis

LAKEWOOD ORTHODONTICS 255 Union Blvd., Suite 430 303-988-2780 lortho.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

Cathy A. Carnes

LITTLETON KIDS DENTAL & ORTHODONTICS

8906 W. Bowles Ave., Suite 200 303-973-4424 littletonkidsdental.com

Matthew J. Goergen

SOUTHWEST PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS WITH ADULT DENTISTRY 6931 S. Pierce St. 303-978-1104 swpdo.com

Darrell L. Havener

HIGHLANDS RANCH ORTHODONTICS 1420 W. Canal Court, Suite 200 303-791-2021 havenerortho.com

Gary M. Holt

HOLT ORTHODONTICS

7889 S. Lincoln Court, Suite 102 303-798-0928 holtorthodontics.com

Wade Housewright

INSPIRE ORTHODONTICS 404 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 W. Ohmart

OHMART ORTHODONTICS

10146 W. San Juan Way, Suite 230 303-979-0211 ohmartorthodontics.com

Shari L. Wolsky

WOLSKY ORTHODONTICS

721 Southpark Drive, Unit B 303-795-2591 wolskyorthodontics.com

LONE TREE

Brooks Barefoot

TOTAL ORTHODONTICS

10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 300 303-779-0565 total-orthodontics.com

Isaac Chung

IORTHODONTICS

10463 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 206 303-662-9000 i-ortho.com

Kevin L. Theroux

TOTAL ORTHODONTICS

10450 Park Meadows Drive, Suite 300 303-779-4553 total-orthodontics.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

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. 136th 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

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

Justin Owens

OWENS ORTHODONTICS

10050 W. 41st Ave., Suite 102 303-744-1701 owensorthodontics.com

Pediatric Dentistry

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, Unit A 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

Bianca M. Hoffman

SADDLE ROCK PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 22986 E. Smoky Hill Road 303-690-1690 saddlerockpediatricdentistry.com

Christopher Patterson

EPIC DENTISTRY FOR KIDS 390 S. Potomac Way, Suite A 720-679-8142 epicdentistryforkids.com

BOULDER

Michael D. Jones

ASSOCIATES IN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 3400 Penrose Place, Suite 107 303-443-8250 boulderpediatricdentistry.com

Ian M. Kott

KOTT PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1440 28th St., Suite 1 303-938-1000 kottpediatricdentistry.com

CENTENNIAL

Ines Quintanilla

WEST METRO PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 7180 E. Orchard Road, Suite 301 303-422-3746 westmetrokidsdental.com

DENVER

Lisa Carlson-Marks

CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY OF CHERRY CREEK 4500 Cherry Creek South Drive, Suite 840 303-377-1148 childrensdentistryco.com

Roger Castro

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As parents quickly learn in the first sleepy weeks of caring for a newborn, babies are constantly changing. This continuous growth challenges parents to frequently adapt—often on the fly—as their little one masters tummy time, rolling over, sitting up, crawling—the list goes on.

Your Guide to Staying Sane While Baby is Teething

Here’s the 101 on helping your baby through the process (without losing your cool).

By Lindsay Tigar

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Beyond the active, noticeable transformations, plenty is going on inside, too. During the first year of life, your baby’s brain will double in size, their weight will triple, and they will show off up to four new teeth. Although those two-frontteeth photos are super cute, the process of cutting pearly whites isn’t fun for your child, or for you. Fits of fussiness and obvious discomfort make it difficult to know how to soothe your child.

We spoke with Denver-based pediatric dentists to find out how to best support your babe while they’re teething.

When Does Teething Start?

When your baby gives you that first toothless grin, it melts your heart. But around six months, you might notice a little white dot peeking through your baby’s gum. Dr. J. Patrick Bowman, DMD, MS, a pediatric dentist at Wash Park Pediatric Dentistry, says that while every child is developmentally different, most babies’ first teeth are usually in the upper or lower front area of their gums. “There are a lot of variations in teething patterns,” he adds. “Parents should not be overly concerned if their child gets a tooth out of sequence or not exactly as expected.”

Though the first tooth can come in as early as six months, parents will notice teeth continuing to sprout up until 24 to 30 months, Bowman says.

If parents are worried that their child is behind, they should seek the advice of an expert, says Dr. Bradley Smith, a pediatric dentist at Southmoor Pediatric Dentistry. Typically, he says, dentists

won’t jump to x-rays to check on teeth because they don’t want to expose toddlers to radiation unnecessarily. Remember that your kiddo is on their own timeline and will begin teething when their body is ready. One important thing to note is that baby teeth and adult teeth follow the same track. In other words, Smith says if baby teeth come early, the permanent teeth will likely come early. If the baby teeth come late, the permanent teeth will likely come late.

What Are the First Signs of Teething?

When your little one starts teething, you might think they had a rough night or that they woke up on the wrong side of the crib. However, Bowman says that if this irritability and fussiness are paired with drooling and rosy cheeks, it could signal that your baby is beginning to cut teeth. Many babies will go through restless sleep with more crying fits than normal, primarily due to their sore gums. Also, teeth stimulate and promote saliva, so extra dribble is expected. You might also notice some bleeding if you are brushing your baby’s gums. As

Bowman explains, this is due to tooth eruption and bacteria building up around the gum tissue where the tooth is pushing through.

Remember, it is very common for a child to have their hand in their mouth while teething. As a result, Bowman says many babies will pick up secondary viral infections. “While there is not a direct cause-and-effect relationship, many kiddos do have fevers while teething,” he says. “The fever is not caused by teething but rather a side effect of putting objects in the mouth, and therefore, they pick up a run-of-the-mill cold or viral infection.”

How Can You Help Your Baby While Teething?

As a parent, it’s in your DNA to want to help soothe your child anytime they’re in pain. Whether it’s doing bicycles with their legs to pass gas, rocking them to sleep when they’re feeling clingy, or singing their favorite song over (and over!) again because it makes them smile. Though you can’t take away the pain fully for your little one, you can alleviate some of the discomforts.

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Cooling Relief

Bowman recommends focusing on one key component that tends to help tremendously: temperature. When baby’s teeth are coming through, anything that is cold will feel soothing. If you think of any time you go to the dentist for dental work, they’ll often recommend a cold compress after a treatment. Teething products that are safe for little ones to put into their mouths give the same relief.

Bowman says you can also freeze a washcloth for ten minutes and then allow your baby to suck on it. Just ensure it’s a big enough washcloth so it isn’t a choking hazard.

The Lollaland’s 2-in-1 Solid Food Feeder + Cactus Teether ($20, LollaLand.com) features a silicone mesh bag where you can place ice cubes, fruits, or veggies and freeze them. The design makes it easy for tiny hands to grasp and enjoy the cool sensation—and flavors—of the foods or water inside.

Teething Toys

Smith says teething toys are gamechangers for many parents, and for a good reason: gnawing feels good on sore baby gums. As with pacifiers, bottle nipples, and sleepsuits, your baby will have their own preference on what they like. “Some kids like the ones that go in the freezer, others don’t,” he says. “Each child is so different; find what is helpful to your child specifically.”

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The highly-rated (and celebcoveted) Vulli Sophie The Giraffe Teether ($26, Amazon) allows babies to nibble on a leg that goes way back in their mouth.

For a less bulky teether, try the Milk Tea Bubble Teether from Loulou Lollipop ($26, LoulouLollipop.com) that clips on to baby’s bib or onesie, so you don’t have to worry about it falling on the ground.

Nighttime Care

For many babies, pain seems to be worse at night than during the day because your baby’s pain tolerance decreases when they are tired, Smith says. While he doesn’t recommend giving children an anti-inflammatory medicine (like Infant Tylenol or Infant Motrin) every night while they are teething, for particularly rough evenings where they seem like they are really uncomfortable, half a dose will take the edge off and allow them to rest. Remember, always speak to your pediatrician before giving your baby medication.

How to Care for the First Tooth Eventually, through all the fussiness and drooling, you’ll see that first tooth make its grand entrance. Now, what do you do? Your dental hygiene work begins before the teeth erupt, Smith says. “Use a wet washcloth or damp gauze to massage gums and clean under the lips to remove debris. This will get them used to having something in their mouth,” he explains.

Then, when your baby has a tooth or two, clean them with a washcloth or gauze to break up plaque twice a day. And go ahead and start thinking about their first trip to the dentist, which should happen by their first birthday. Your dentist will then walk you through when to begin toothpaste—usually when they have more teeth!—and how to properly brush.

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Pumpkin Harvest Festival

Pick out the perfect pumpkin or shop unique local treasures in the Marketplace. Enjoy live music and performances, plus seasonal favorites like apple cider donuts. Oct. 8-9. Four Mile Historic Park. fourmilepark.org

4Space4Fun

Help the Space Foundation Discovery Center celebrate turning 10 years old with photo booths, educational activities about Curiosity Rover, food from food trucks, and birthday treats. Oct. 15. Space Foundation Discovery Center. discoverspace.org

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Cider Days

Attend the 46th fall festival celebrating Lakewood's agricultural heritage. Press apple cider, watch historic demonstrations, and cheer for a vintage tractor pull. Join in apple pie eating contests, a petting zoo, and burro rides. Purchase timed-entry tickets online. Oct. 1-2. Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. lakewood.org/ciderdays

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Blossoms of Light

See the York Street location of Denver Botanic Gardens trans formed into a winter wonderland, with thousands of LED lights used for sustainability. Nov. 18-Jan. 7. Denver Botanic Gardens. botanicgardens.org

Photos: Four Mile Historic Park, Space Foundation, and Denver Botanic Gardens

Photos: Denver Art Museum, Rachel Neville, Gaylord of the Roc kies, Rockefeller Productions, and Denver Botanic Gardens

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6Night at the Museums

For one night only, various Denver museums are open late with free ad mission as part of Denver Arts Week. Free shuttles between museums will be available so participants can check out multiple museums with ease. Nov. 5. denver.org

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Celebrate Día de los Muertos!

Honor loved ones who have passed and learn more about Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, at one of these local events.

Colorado Ballet's The Nutcracker

See the holiday classic with new sets and costumes, as Clara and her Nutcracker prince go on a snowy adventure set to Tchaikovsky's score. Nov. 26-Dec. 24. Ellie Caulkins Opera House. coloradoballet.org

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ICE!

Walk through scenes from A Charlie Brown Christmas, all carved out of ice. Guests can take slippery rides down ice slides, and go through ice tunnels and arches. Guests can also enjoy ice bumper cars, snow tubing, a holiday-themed escape room, and ginger bread decorating. Nov. 18-Jan. 1. Gaylord of the Rockies. christmasatgaylordrockies.com

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See favorite characters, including Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends, come to the stage with life-size puppetry in a musical stage adaption produced by Disney. Nov. 11-13. Gates Concert Hall. newmancenterpresents.com

Attend the Day of the Dead Family Celebration in Down town Longmont for music and dance performances, arts and crafts activities, cultural education, food, and the Fire House Art Center Gigantes Procession. This free street festival, on October 8 from 11am-3pm, centers around 4th Avenue and Main Street. downtownlongmont.com

See Sugar Skull! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure, the bilingual/bicultural performance using traditional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of a twelve-year-old girl’s magical journey to unravel the true meaning of Día de Muertos. $15. October 16, 1:30pm matinee for elementary age children and their parents; 4pm sensory-friendly perfor mance. Lone Tree Arts Center. lonetreeartscenter.org

Attend Noche de Museo: Celebrating Day of the Dead, at Longmont Museum on October 29 at 7pm, to celebrate Día de los Muertos. Mariachi groups, musicians, singers, and dancers of all ages perform, joining seasoned professionals in traditional Mexican song and dance. $10 adult, $5 member, $8 youth and student. downtownlongmont.com

During Día de los Muertos Cultural First Friday, on No vember 4, see the annual Día de los Muertos procession and enjoy costume contests. Participate in a sugar skull craft with a maestra (teacher), at Museo de las Americas. This event is part of the monthly First Friday Art Walks in the Art District on Santa Fe. denversartdistrict.org/first-friday

On November 5, the Día de los Muertos Festival at Denver Botanic Gardens York Street connects the community through public art, activities for kids, a film series, and altars to commemorate loved ones. Reservations are required. $15 adult, $10 member, free age 15 and under. botanicgardens.org

Children 4 and under accompanied by a grownup are invited to decorate sugar skulls and create paper marigolds and a papel picado, while learning about the history and traditions of Día de los Muertos at Seedlings: Día de los Muertos with Museo de Las Americas on November 8, 9:30 and 11am. $5 Lone Tree Arts Center. lonetreeartscenter.org

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to do today

FREE

October

1 Saturday

Artival 10am-1pm. See the band Animal Farm perform, watch high school artists create chalk art throughout the day, explore the history of the Ute Indians, and learn aviation and space facts from Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum. PACE Center, Parker. parkerarts.org

3 Monday

Homeschool Day: Tree-mendous

Trees 10am. Explore plant-based themes through a variety of hands-on explorations and take home projects that families can do together. Each Homeschool Day offers several activity stations set up throughout the Gardens. Ages 6-10. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. botanicgardens.org

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4 Tuesday

Seedlings: Nature’s Educators 9:30am and 11am. Meet animal ambassadors and learn general information about each animal. Age 4 and under and their families. Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree. lonetreeartscenter.org

5 Wednesday

Yom Kippur Service & Mindfulness Programming 9:30am-2pm. Celebrate High Holidays with Judaism Your Way. Register to join services and programming, such as meditation and yoga, in honor of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Virtual and in-person options are available. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. judaismyourway.org

7 Friday

Mile High Country Q & Brew 6pm. Have a parents' night out benefitting Tennyson Center for Children, with a performance by country artist Adam Doleac, plus food trucks, cocktails, red carpet photos, mechanical bull rides, and live and silent auctions. Age 21 and up. Mile High Station, Denver. milehighqandbrew.com

8 Saturday

60 Years Celebrating Seeds of

Innovation 9am-1pm. Hear a keynote speech from TIME Magazine's "Kid of the Year 2020," Gitanjali Rao, and enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and tours of Forge Campus facility all to celebrate innovation. Forge Campus, Loveland. liveloveland.org

Water Lantern Festival 2022 4:308:30pm. Whether you want to get rid of a bad habit, hope for luck on an exam, wish for good health, or commemorate a lost loved one or pet, the Water Lantern Festival can be the place to do so. Bring your friends and family to decorate a water lantern and gather with your fellow community members for a wonderful evening of beautiful lights, food trucks, and special moments. Fox Run Regional Park, Colorado Springs. communityservices.elpasoco.com

A Cleaner Clear 9am-1pm. Help clean up a neglected section of Clear Creek during this third annual event to beautify the area that provides many recreational activities. Prizes will be given in categories such as most plastic bottles collected, strangest item, largest item, etc. Coffee, breakfast, and lunch

will be provided. All ages. Twin Lakes Park, Denver. theconfluences.com

Superstition and Mythology of Aurora Owls 1pm. Learn about the owl species of Aurora and the interesting superstitions and myths that surround them, followed by the safari ride to spot owls. Age 8 and up. Plains Conservation Center, Aurora. botanicgardens.org

9 Sunday

Foxy and Shmoxy: Art Detectives 10:30am and 11:30 am. Help solve an art mystery as these two witty foxes explore cases involving artworks in the galleries. Denver Art Museum, Denver. denverartmuseum.org

Gold Panning 9am-2pm. Give gold panning a try to travel back in time and see how people sought their fortunes. Age 5 and up. Registration required. Nederland Mining Museum, Nederland. bouldercountyopenspace.org

11 Tuesday

Free Day at the Denver Art Museum 10am-9pm. Visit the Denver Art Museum for free and enjoy our extended evening hours and programs. A ticket is required to visit the museum on this free day. Advance reservations recommended. Denver Art Museum, Denver. denverartmuseum.org

13 Thursday

Night Hike! Family & Homeschool Program 6:30-8pm. Spend an evening exploring the adaptations of the animals that rule the night at Barr Lake. Developmentallyappropriate activities will be available for little learners. Dress for messy play. Registration is required. Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center, Brighton. birdconservancy.org

15 Saturday

Refuge Day at Rocky Mountain Arsenal 10am-2pm. Celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week with activities that include archery, wildlife activity booths, arts and crafts, face painting, and animals from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Urban Farm. Rocky Mountain Arsenal, Commerce City. fws.gov

Space Foundation Discovery Center Space4Fun 10am-4pm. Help the Space Foundation Discovery Center celebrate turning 10 years old with photo booths, educational activities about Curiosity Rover, food from food trucks, and birthday treats. Space Foundation Discovery Center, Colorado Springs. discoverspace.org

21 Friday

Fun on the Farm: Horsin’ Around

Photo: Ridge Recreation Center

9:45-10:30am. Learn about animals, plants, and agricultural life through a short storytime, hands-on activities, and a take-home craft. After the event, explore the farm. Ages 3-6 with adult. Agricultural Heritage Center, Longmont. 303-776-8688

Out of School Day Camp: Spider 101 9am-4pm. Discover the difference between a spider and tarantula. Spend the day learning all about spiders and seeing some in real life. Ages 5-12. Registration required. Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster. butterflies.org

22 Saturday

Great Businesses Doing Good Workshop 10:15-11:45am. Youth learn why running a social enterprise is good for their community, customers, and bottom line by interacting directly with prominent business leaders. They can earn perks from Good Business Colorado to help jumpstart their own social mission. Ages 8-21. Young Americans Center for Financial Education, Denver. yacenter.org

23 Sunday

Fall Flannel Festival 11am-2pm. This free event will be filled with fall festivities featuring live music, face paintings, a live pumpkin carver, and photo booth. Dairy Block establishments will be running seasonal food and drink specials all day, including caramel apples and fresh fall pastries. Kids will also have the opportunity to trick-or-treat through the Alley and around the block, with candy bags provided. Dress in your favorite flannel or Halloween costume. Dairy Block Alley, Denver. dairyblock. com

Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade 1-3pm. Fetch your finest costumes and get ready for a dog-friendly Halloween

parade around the plaza of Union Station, along with drink specials on the Terminal Bar patio. Union Station, Denver. unionstationdenver.com

28 Friday

BOO-rific Bash & Splash 6-8pm. Bring the whole family to this fun and affordable indoor trick-or-treating event that allows children to dress in full costume, trick-or-treat among community business tables, and enjoy fun activities. Ridge Recreation Center, Littleton. itfoothills.org

Native American Life on the Plains 6pm. Discover what daily life was like for native peoples living on the great plains. Age 6 and up. Plains Conservation Center, Aurora. botanicgardens.org

29 Saturday

Last Train Ride of the Season 10am-3pm. Go on a train ride that loops around the Museum’s 15-acre Rail Yard and lasts approximately 15-20 minutes. Explore the outdoor railyard, view indoor exhibits, and see the HO Scale model railroad layout and outdoor Garden Railroad. Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden. coloradorailroadmuseum.org

30 Sunday

Halloween Spooktacular 2:30pm. This Colorado Symphony concert features Halloween-themed music from films and television. Costumes are encouraged and the best of the bunch will be invited to show off their creations on stage. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org

November

2 Wednesday

Turkey Time 5:30-6:30pm. Learn

about turkeys while making artistic turkey creations. Age 6 and up. Majestic View Nature Center, Arvada. majesticviewnaturecenter.arvada.org

5 Saturday

Birding for Families 9-10:30 am. Go on a birding excursion, looking for birds and learning about their unique adaptations. Child-friendly binoculars will be available. Majestic View Nature Center, Arvada. majesticviewnaturecenter.arvada.org

Dia de Los Muertos Workshop 9am-3pm. Join the Museo de las Americas as they facilitate an arts and crafts workshop during the Dia de los Muertos Festival. Activities include helping to create a nicho (alter or shrine) craft to pay homage to someone special, a group of people, or a cause. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. botanicgardens.org

Night at the Museums 5-10pm. For one night only, various Denver museums are open late with free admission as part of Denver Arts Week. Participating museums include: Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, History Colorado Center, Museo de las Americas, and more. Free shuttles between museums will be available so participants can check out multiple museums with ease. Denver. denver.org

Whose Live Anyway? With Special Guest Drew Carey 7pm. Enjoy 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Paramount Theatre, Denver. paramountdenver.com

10 Thursday Beautiful Birds! A Family and Homeschool Program 9-11am. Discover how birds survive and thrive during wintertime. Dress for getting messy. Registration is required. Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center, Brighton. birdconservancy.org

12 Saturday Indigenous Skills Workshop 9am-noon. Join Colorado Survival Instructor Aaron "Hutch" Hutchings as he teaches a variety of indigenous skills like using bow drills and making cordage from plants. Age 8 and up. Majestic View Nature Center, Arvada. majesticviewnaturecenter.arvada.org

Family Program: Your Voice Matters! 10am-12:30pm. Gather the family to create themed art projects that are centered on community. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver. clyffordstillmuseum.org

TEDxMileHigh Presents: FUTURE

SCAPE 1-6pm. Hear from inspiring speakers, engage with interactive exhibits and experiences, and explore bold new ideas. Buell Theatre, Denver. tedxmilehigh.com

13 Sunday

Passport to Culture: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance 1:30pm. Watch a colorful tapestry of movement and storytelling, sharing elements of cultural diversity. For adults and elementary-age children. Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree. lonetreeartscenter.org

Sensory Friendly Passport to Culture: Cleo Parker Robinson Dance 4pm. See a colorful tapestry of movement and storytelling, sharing elements of cultural diversity. Sensory-friendly programming presents modified performances in a relaxed, sensory-friendly environment. For elementary-age children and their families, especially those with family members with intellectual or developmental disabilities, autism, sensory processing disorder, or other conditions. Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree. lonetreeartscenter.org

The Great Candy Run 8am. Lace up your running shoes for the 5K Run/ Walk & “Jolly Rancher” Kids Fun Run, benefitting the Fetal Health Foundation. Washington Park, Denver. thegreatcandyrun.com

19 Saturday

Family Nature Club: Monarch Magic 10:30am-noon. Spend the day learning the importance of monarch butterfly migration and how the Butterfly Pavilion's very own lepidopterist does her part to help these animals. Registration required. Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster. butterflies.org

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve 3pm and 8pm. Experience the sounds of the TransSiberian Orchestra when they bring their holiday spectacular to Denver. Ball Arena, Denver. ballarena.com

20 Sunday

Pentatonix: A Christmas Spectacular 7:30pm. This large-scale, multi-city outing will feature the group headlining 22 of North America's top arenas. Girl Named Tom will open the night as the tour’s special guests. Ball Arena, Denver. ballarena.com

Peter and the Starcatcher 2pm. Before Pan and Hook ever clashed in Neverland, a heroic young girl leads a band of ragtag orphans as they sail the shimmering seas defending a trunkful of treasure from a villainous pirate and his surly crew. Cherry Creek Theatre, Denver. onstagecolorado.com

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ongoing events

Blossoms of Lights 2022. Nov. 18-Jan. 7. See the York Street location of Denver Botanic Gardens transformed into a winter wonderland, with thousands of LED lights used for sustainability. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver. botanicgardens.org

Cider Days Oct. 1-2. Attend the 46th fall festival celebrating Lakewood's agricultural heritage. Press apple cider, watch historic demonstrations, and cheer for a vintage tractor pull. Join in apple pie eating contests, a petting zoo, and burro rides. Purchase timed-entry tickets online. Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park, Lakewood. lakewood.org

Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show Nov. 11-13. Find a gift for everyone on your list at this year’s Gift Show. Experiences include shopping, photos with Santa (bring your camera!) a holiday candy shop, relaxation lounge, model train, and holiday carolers. Colorado Convention Center, Denver. coloradochristmasgiftshow.com

Elk Fest 2022 Oct. 1-2. Celebrate Elktober with wildlife education, a bugling contest, live music, Native American cultural presentation, live raptors, food trucks, and vendors. Estes Park Events Complex, Estes. estesparkeventscomplex.com

ICE! Nov. 18-Jan. 1. Walk through scenes from A Charlie Brown Christmas, including Charlie himself,

Enjoyaninteractivediscussiononthe importanceofintroducingbabytoart duringArtCrawl,Nov.16-19.

Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang, all carved out of ice. Guests can take slippery rides down two-story-tall ice slides, and go through ice tunnels and arches. While this is the signature attraction for the season, guests can also enjoy Glacier Point with ice bumper cars, snow tubing, and ice skating; plus a holiday-themed escape room and gingerbread decorating. Gaylord of the Rockies, Aurora. christmasatgaylordrockies.com

LeakyCon Oct. 14-16. Attend the world’s largest convention for the fan

community that grew out of the Harry Potter franchise. Join some of the biggest fans, actors, and creators to celebrate the magic of fandom through panels, interviews, game shows, cosplay contests, discussions, and workshops. Crowne Plaza, Denver. leakycon.com

Munchkin Market of Woodland Park Nov. 3-5. Shop a large consignment sale of gently-used children’s items. Woodland Park Community Park, Woodland Park. utepassmops.org

Pumpkin Harvest Festival Oct. 8-9. Pick out a pumpkin or shop unique local treasures in the Marketplace. Enjoy live music and performances, plus seasonal favorites like apple cider donuts. Four Mile Historic Park, Denver. fourmilepark.org

Exhibits

Art Crawl: Fall Colors Oct. 26-29. A museum educator will lead caregivers with infants in a crawl through the galleries. Enjoy an interactive discussion on the importance of introducing your baby to art at an early age and get tips for experiencing art together. The October theme is fall colors. Registration is required. For caregivers and babies ages birth14 months. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver. clyffordstillmuseum.org

Bluff Lake Bird Walk. Oct. 1-Nov. 5. Join birding experts on a walk around Bluff Lake in groups of 10 or less. RSVP online. Bluff Lake Nature Center, Denver. blufflake.org

Art Crawl: Little Landscapes Nov. 16-19. A museum educator will lead caregivers with infants in a crawl through the galleries. Enjoy an interactive discussion on the importance of introducing baby to art at an early age and get tips for experiencing art together. The November theme is Little Landscapes. Registration is required. For caregivers and babies ages birth-14 months. Clyfford Still Museum, Denver. clyffordstillmuseum.org

Dalí Alive Premieres Oct. 21. Ready to delight each of your senses, the incredible works of Dalí are brought to

Photos: James Dewhirst and Youth on Record

life as epic-scale masterpieces 20 feet high are woven together with stunning musical soundscapes, evocative aromas and playful interactive installations. The Lume Colorado, Aurora. thelumecolorado.com

High Plains 3-Railers Train Show Oct. 8-9. Enjoy the sights and sounds of classic toy trains from 1918 to the present. See Big Boys, Challengers, The Blue Comet, and Northerns trains. This is the only weekend to view three model train layouts at the museum. Train rides will be available on Saturday only. Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden. cli.re/20476-high-plains-3railers-train-show

Colorado Ballet Presents The Nutcracker. Nov. 26-Dec. 24. See the holiday classic with new sets and costumes, as Clara and her Nutcracker prince go on a snowy adventure set to Tchaikovsky's score. Age 5 and up. Ellie Caulkins Opera House (14th & Curtis), Denver. coloradoballet.org

Disney's Hocus Pocus in Concert Oct. 21-22. The Colorado Symphony will perform every note from the original score of this Halloween favorite while the movie is projected on screens. Come early for Half Notes, a family-friendly activity with an instrument petting zoo or themed craft. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org

performs the score, live. Come early for family-friendly activities, including an instrument petting zoo and themed crafts. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org

Little Red: A New Musical! Oct. 28-Dec. 18. This charming, songinfused retelling of Little Red Riding Hood finds Little Red at the center of new adventures and new ways of seeing familiar characters. With a wandering wolf, a gardening grandma, a forest at risk, and characters from other tales joining in, Little Red discovers her own power as a vital doer in her community. Randy Weeks Conservatory Theatre, Denver. denvercenter.org

Open Mic With Youth on Record

Oct. 7-Nov. 4. Young and emerging artists may join in this opportunity to perform. All ages. Youth on Record, Denver. youthonrecord.org

Warner Bros. presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Oct. 8-9. See a fusion of classic Looney Tunes cartoons projected on the big screen while their original scores are played live on stage. Join Half Notes, a preconcert, family-friendly activity with an instrument petting zoo or themed craft. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org

A Christmas Carol. Nov. 18-Dec. 24. Essential to the holiday season in Denver, A Christmas Carol is a joyous and opulent musical adaptation for the whole family that traces moneyhoarding curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge’s triumphant overnight journey to redemption. Wolf Theatre, Denver. denvercenter.org

Disney in Concert: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Oct. 28-29. Hear the entire film score performed live while the movie is simultaneously projected on screens. Arrive early for family-friendly activities, including an instrument petting zoo or themed craft. Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver. coloradosymphony.org Home Alone in Concert Nov. 25-26. Watch the holiday classic film on screen as the Colorado Symphony

Spotlight

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My Fair Lady Nov. 15-27. Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “On the Street Where You Live,” My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? Buell Theatre, Denver. denvercenter.org

Winnie the Pooh Nov. 11-13. See favorite characters, including Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends, come to the stage with life-size puppetry in a musical stage adaption produced by Disney. Gates Concert Hall, Denver. newmancenterpresents.com

Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, opening October 21 at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, launches visitors back to the space race leading up to the moon landing in 1969. Take in artifacts from the U.S. Space and

Rocket Center’s archives, make footprints on a virtual moon, slide behind the wheel of a lunar rover model, and learn how U.S. technology won the race to the moon in this multi-sensory exhibition.

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Explore the Race to the Moon

The Apollo 11 moon landing was a momentous achievement for the United States. However, the country that celebrated the success of the mission was also struggling with conflict and change. Apollo sets the scene, giving visitors a glimpse of the other historic moments happening at the time, including the Cold War, Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam War, and the Anti-War movement.

Exclusive to the Denver exhibition, visitors will learn what it’s like to live in space, exploring how astronauts fulfill basic needs like sleeping and using the restroom, and comparing a typical space meal to one on earth.

More than 400,000 individuals contributed to the success of the

American space program. Scientists, mathematicians, artists, engineers, writers, coders, doctors, and hundreds of other experts worked more than a decade to send humans to the moon and bring them safely home again.

"The American space program today stands on the shoulders of those who worked to make the first footsteps on the moon possible,” Ka Chun Yu, Denver Museum of Nature & Science curator of space sciences says. “From history and politics to the Apollo missions, the International Space Station and today’s Artemis program, Apollo: When We Went to the Moon showcases the power of human ingenuity, commitment, and cooperation.”

NEED TO KNOW:

Apollo: When We Went to the Moon, is on view from October 21, 2022, to January 22, 2023. As a special exhibition, admission is $5, $4 members, plus general admission of $22.95 adult, $17.95 youth ages 3-18, free age 2 and under. dmns.org

Photo: The U.S. Space and Rocket Center and Flying Fish

fresh mindset

There is a magic transformation that occurs when a child puts on a costume. Their inhibitions disappear and they are free to express themselves and experience life through a different lens. Through art and music, kids can find a new sense of confidence and excitement.

KYLE MALONE is a father of two, an artist, and the Design Director at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA). His family never misses an opportunity to be creative together—a few markers, tape, and a box are always around their house waiting to become something amazing.

Photo: Monica Lloyd Photography