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Kristy
Expanded Duty Dental Assistant

Kristy is originally from Phoenix, Arizona, where she received her certificate and x-ray certification in dental assisting at Bryman Medical Institute in l994. She moved to Colorado in l995 and after several years of getting used to the (cold?) winters, she believes Colorado is the best place to live.  Kristy believes that we are all unique and deserve to have a beautiful smile. *Remember a smile always increases your FACE value!!!

Darleen
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant

Darleen is originally from Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, where her interest in the dental field began. As a teen, she worked in her uncle’s dental practice. In 1989 she moved to Colorado and in 1991 began dental assisting. While attending Concorde Career Institute for dental assisting she excelled and complete the program at the top of her class. She later attended the University of Colorado School of Dentistry where she received her Expanded Function Dental Assisting (EFDA) and nitrous oxide administration certificates. She enjoys kickboxing and spending time with her four children.

Adrienne
Office Manager/Insurance Coordinator

Adrienne has been working in the dental field for over eight years, three of which with Dr. Daugherty.  She has extensive knowledge of insurance plans and procedures as a result of her experience in the dental office and working for Delta Dental of Colorado.  She is prompt, efficient, and respectful of our patient’s time when handling insurance questions. Adrienne is constantly continuing her education in dentistry as well as other fields. She has earned an Associates of Science degree and is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in biology and the University of Colorado.  Adrienne enjoys mountain biking, motorcycle racing, and marine aquariums. 

Elizabeth
Registered Dental Hygienist 

Born and raised in Littleton, Colorado, Elizabeth obtained her dental hygiene degree at the Community College of Denver. She began working at Aspen View Dental in July of 2010. Prior to becoming a dental hygienist she worked as an Expanded Duties Dental Assistant for seven years. While attending hygiene school, Elizabeth was one of 50 recipients, nationwide, to receive the American Dental Association award for academic excellence. Upon graduation she was also presented with the Proctor and Gamble™ award for practicing exceptional preventative dentistry. In her free time she enjoys traveling to the beautiful Colorado mountains with her husband Tom and their three young children. She also loves to try new restaurants and welcomes any recommendations that you might have!

Elizabeth finds it extremely important to attend continuing education courses in order to stay up to date on advanced treatment options and new technology in the dental world. Her main priority as a dental hygienist is patient care and comfort. She prides herself on her ability to educate her patients on proper oral hygiene and promises to be thorough and gentle during your care.

Amanda
Registered Dental Hygienist 

Amanda grew up in Gillette, Wyoming and joined Aspen View Dental in July 2010. She graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Bachelors of Science in dental hygiene. Before pursuing hygiene, she earned a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Wayne State College where she completed a four year collegiate basketball career.

Amanda believes in providing quality, holistic oral healthcare. With her background in Psychology and expanded function certifications including Nitrous Oxide sedation, she is able to provide maximum patient comfort.

In her free time, Amanda enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends. She plans to return to school in the near future to pursue a Masters in Public Health. Being new to Colorado she is excited to check out the slopes in the winter and hopefully improve her snowboarding skills.

Jackie
Office Manager 

Jackie began working at Aspen Dental Care as the office manager in January 2010 after an extensive history of office management. Jackie has been working the dental field since 2001 and also has experience in insurance and financial arrangements. She takes great pride in caring for her patients and their needs.

Jackie and her husband, Mike, live in Littleton with their two young children, Michael and Isabella. In their spare time, they enjoy outdoor activities and playing board games with friends and family. Jackie is originally from Orange County, California and travels back at least twice a year to visit her family and friends, and the beach too, of course!

Kayla
Dental Assistant 

Kayla graduated from PIMA medical institute earning her certificate in Dental Assisting. Kayla is energetic and enjoys every facet of her job and will continue to work toward attaining her Extended Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) certificate and/or a Dental Hygiene degree. Kayla has a great sense of humor and enjoys helping people receive modern, comprehensive dental care. She is a loving and devoted mother of Devin, a three year old who loves the outdoors and cars. During her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, the outdoors, and living life to the fullest.