Now booking new patients in Highland
Dentistry that makes you smile.
Gentle care for kids, grown-ups and everyone who’s been putting off the dentist. No lectures, no surprise bills, just a team that genuinely likes teeth (and people).
- New patients welcome
- Most PPO insurance
- Same-day emergencies
Our treatments
Everything your smile needs, under one roof
From first baby teeth to implants and Invisalign, one friendly team looks after your whole family’s smiles.
Checkups & Cleanings
Unhurried exams, gentle cleanings and low-dose digital X-rays to keep small problems small.
Covered by most insurance
Children’s Dentistry
Friendly first visits, sealants and fluoride in a calm space kids actually look forward to.
First visit free under 3
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Straighter teeth without metal brackets, planned with a 3D scan and a preview of your new smile.
From $89 / month
Dental Implants
Permanent, natural-looking replacements for missing teeth, placed and restored under one roof.
From $3,900
Veneers & Whitening
Porcelain veneers, bonding and professional whitening designed around your face and smile.
Whitening from $349
Emergency Dentistry
Same-day appointments for toothaches, chips and broken fillings, with relief from the first visit.
Same-day slots daily
Not sure what you need?
Start with a checkup. We’ll look, listen and explain your options, no pressure.
Book a checkup
Dental anxiety? Same.
A dentist that doesn’t feel like the dentist
Most of our patients once dreaded the dentist. So we designed every visit around one question: how do we make this feel easy?
- years caring for Denver
- 15
- happy patients
- 9,800+
- average Google rating
- 4.9★
Netflix on the ceiling
Pick a show and zone out. Most cleanings last about two episodes of a sitcom.
Noise-cancelling headphones
Goodbye, drill sounds. Hello, your own playlist or a guided breathing track.
Zero lectures
Haven’t been in years? We’re just glad you’re here. No judgement, ever.
The “pause” signal
Raise your hand and we stop. Every time, no questions asked.
Sedation options
Laughing gas or oral sedation for longer visits or bigger nerves.
Prices before we start
A written estimate with your insurance applied, before any treatment.
Your first visit
Easy as one, two, three
No clipboards, no waiting-room marathons. Here’s exactly what to expect.
- 1
Today
Book in 60 seconds
Pick a time online or give us a call. We’ll text a short form and check your insurance before you arrive.
- 2
10 min
Say hi & get comfy
Tea or sparkling water, a quick tour and your comfort menu: blanket, headphones, show of choice.
- 3
60 min
Exam, 3D scan & a plan
A gentle cleaning and full checkup. Then we show you what we see on screen and give you a plan with prices.
Meet the dentists
Real people who love teeth
Four dentists, one hygiene-obsessed team and a lot of dinosaur socks.
Dr. Maya Okafor
Founder & General Dentist
Has run 6 marathons, all in dinosaur socks
Dr. Sam Patel
Implants & Oral Surgery
Makes a mean green chile (ask him)
Dr. Elena Ruiz
Cosmetic Dentistry & Invisalign
Speaks Spanish, Portuguese and fluent toddler
Dr. Raj Mehta
Pediatric Dentist
Knows every Bluey episode by heart
Patient reviews
Don’t take our word for it
Real words from real patients. Mostly about how un-scary it was.
4.9
from 486 Google reviews
“I hadn’t been to a dentist in six years because I was embarrassed. Nobody lectured me, not once. They put on my show, gave me a blanket and walked me through a plan I could actually afford.”
Jess M.Checkup & cleaning · August 2026
“Dr. Patel explained every step with the 3D scan on screen. The implant took two visits and honestly the worst part was choosing a playlist.”
Marco D.Dental implant · June 2026
“Seeing the preview of my finished smile before starting sold me. Eleven months later it looks exactly like the preview. Check-ins took 10 minutes, tops.”
Priya S.Invisalign · July 2026
“My four-year-old now asks when she can go back to “the tooth fairy office”. Dr. Mehta let her count his teeth first. Genius.”
Dana K.Kids’ dentistry · May 2026
“Cracked a molar on a Friday morning, called at 8, was out of pain by 11. They even sent the insurance estimate before touching anything.”
Theo W.Emergency visit · September 2026
“Did the in-office whitening before my wedding. Natural, not glow-in-the-dark, and zero sensitivity. The Smile Club membership paid for itself.”
Alex R.Whitening · April 2026
Insurance & pricing
Insured or not, we’ve got you
Clear prices before any treatment, whether you’re insured or not.
Most PPO plans welcome
We’re in-network with the big names, check your benefits before you arrive and file every claim for you.
- Delta Dental
- Cigna
- Aetna
- MetLife
- Guardian
- United Concordia
- Humana
- Anthem
- + many more
0% monthly financing available
Insurance detailsMembership plan
Brightwell Smile Club
$29/ month
- 2 cleanings & exams a year
- All routine X-rays
- 1 emergency exam
- 15% off every other treatment
FAQ
Questions? We’ve heard them all
Quick answers about insurance, kids, nerves and emergencies.
Still wondering something?
A real human answers the phone, usually on the second ring.
Are you taking new patients?
Yes! We welcome new patients of every age, from first baby teeth to grandparents. Most new patients can be seen within a week, and we keep same-day slots open for emergencies.
Do you take my insurance?
We’re in-network with Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, Guardian and most other PPO plans, and we file every claim for you. Before any treatment you’ll get a written estimate of what insurance covers and what you’ll pay.
What if I don’t have insurance?
Join the Brightwell Smile Club for $29/month. It covers two cleanings and exams a year, all routine X-rays and an emergency exam, plus 15% off any other treatment. There’s also 0% monthly financing for larger work.
I’m really nervous about the dentist. Can you help?
You are in good company, and it’s the thing we’re best at. Expect noise-cancelling headphones, weighted blankets, a “pause” hand signal we always respect, and a dentist who explains before doing. Laughing gas and oral sedation are available too.
How old should my child be for their first visit?
Around their first birthday, or when the first tooth appears. Visits for kids under 3 are free: it’s mostly a ride in the chair, a quick look and a sticker.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes. Call (303) 555-0172 as early as you can and we’ll see you the same day for toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings or swelling. After hours, our voicemail gives you the on-call dentist’s number.
Come say hi
Find us in Highland
Address
3320 W 32nd Ave, Suite 200Denver, CO 80211
Upstairs from the bakery with the yellow door.
- Free parking behind the building, plus two EV chargers.
- Five-minute walk from the 32nd Ave bus stop (Route 32).
Hours
- Monday – Thursday
- 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Friday
- 7:00am – 2:00pm
- Saturday
- By appointment
- Sunday
- Closed
Ready for a dentist you actually like?
Book online in about a minute. Most new patients are seen within a week, and emergencies the same day.
Kids’ first visit free!