The mission of dentistry is to help people become healthier. What I am most passionate about is helping people make choices for themselves to be free of dental disease, to feel better, and to look better. Every person is a unique individual and wants to be treated as such, so we must try to understand them, their beliefs, and their values so we can truly serve them. It is a gift that they put their trust in us, and we must do everything in our power to hold and maintain that trust.
I enjoy working directly with people and helping anyone when needed. I am passionate about helping our patients achieve better overall health through dentistry. Dr. Dennis is easy-going, compassionate, and works well with patients. It is hard to find a dentist who is empathetic and yet still always moving forward through the latest technology. I have three beautiful children and we love spending time together, camping, hiking and watching movies.
I started working in the dental field in 2001 as a dental assistant. I went to dental hygiene school in 2014 and progressively found my place as an Office Administrator/Office Manager, where Im able to fully utilize all the skills Ive obtained throughout my career in dentistry.You can come to me with any questions regarding claims, billing accounting balances, etc. If I cant help you, I can direct you to a team member who can.
Dr. Dennis sincerely cares about people in general, not only his patients. His kind heart, humbleness and intelligence are just a few of his traits that make him a great dentist, employer a and friend.
I am a mother of 3 boys, ages 22, 15 and 12. Outside of work I like spending time with family, riding my bike and traveling from state to state with my boyfriend in his Semi on my days off. All of these combing have provided me with the most happy, healthy, loving life that I could ever ask for.
I started working in the dental field in 2015, and came to work with Dr. Dennis in 2020. My favorite part of my job is interacting with my patients and forming special connections over the years! Dr. Dennis is wonderful with the patients, and so educational with his staff. I learn something new every day here.I was born and raised in New Mexico, and just moved back after living in the south for 5 years. My 5-year-old daughter is my pride and joy. And outside of work, I love spending time with family, camping and traveling.
A certified therapy support dog, Aspen, our 3 year old labrador retriever, is always ready to greet our patients with a hug and a kiss. Patients always look forward to visiting our office so that they can play with her. Aspen works hard to keep patients relaxed during treatment and she knows when to celebrate the end of treatment with a game of fetch!
Dr. Dennis was born in Columbus, OH. His father was an Air Force pilot, so he lived in a lot of different places including Boston, MA, Orlando and Fort Walton Beach, FL, and Okinawa, Japan. He attended Highland High School in Albuquerque but graduated from high school in Madison, WI. He moved back to Albuquerque after dental school and has loved life here for over 30 years.
Dr. Dennis has been married to Kim Dennis for over 39 years. She is from Middleton, WI and was a fifth grade teacher in Albuquerque Public Schools. She now helps out in Dr. Dennis office. They have one son, Brad, who earned a degree in Psychology and Sociology. Dr. Dennis and Kim share a love for animals and have had all kinds of pets, including dogs and cats. They recently added a new family member to their life: Aspen, a chocolate lab, a certified therapy dog. You can meet Aspen in Dr. Dennis office where she welcomes patients and offers lots of hugs and kisses!
Giving back to the community creates a positive impact on the community and improves and enriches everyones lives. There are several programs about which Dr. Dennis is passionate, including the Give Back a Smile Program, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistrys charitable foundation whose mission is to assist in rebuilding the lives and dignity of survivors of domestic violence through compassionate cosmetic dental services and support programs. It provides restorative and cosmetic dentistry at no cost to qualified survivors of domestic violence. Dr. Dennis has also served on the Board of Trustees for Give Back a Smile and has been privileged to provide dental services for several survivors under the program here in Albuquerque.
Dr. Dennis also supports the Open Wide Foundation which is dedicated to making a significant, measurable, and lasting change in the state of oral health in impoverished communities worldwide. Dr. Dennis practice has also been involved with the American Dental Associations Give Kids a Smile and Mission of Mercy dental programs. He has been on the Board of Directors for Albuquerques Healthcare for the Homeless and has provided dental services through their clinic as well. Dr. Dennis was also a founding member for the Albuquerque Chapter of the Active 20-30, a national service organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in our community.