Then, it is time for a thorough examination, x-rays, and cleaning. If you are having any problems, we will go over your options, and together we can determine the best way to give you a healthy smile of which you can be proud.

Q: Will you accept my insurance? A: To help make good dental care more affordable, we accept most major dental insurances. To find out for sure, dont hesitate to contact us so that we can call your insurance ahead of time to find out what it will or will not pay.

Q: While I am wearing braces and going to the orthodontist, will I still need to see my regular dentist? A: Yes. It is really important to go to your regular dentist while wearing braces to ensure that your mouth, teeth, and gums stay healthy.

Q: Do I still need to brush my teeth while wearing braces? If so, how often? A: Yes, you need to take care of your teeth even though they are in braces. We recommend brushing your teeth after every meal and before you go to bed. We will show you how to floss while wearing braces so you dont get cavities. There are also times when you may need special fluoride to keep your teeth strong.

Dr. Franklin Todd Wortham was born in Georgia but shortly thereafter moved to Alaska where he grew up. After working in the family tire business for several years out of high school, he set his sights on becoming a dentist. He attended Boise State University for his undergraduate studies and graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2000. Dr. Wortham then returned to Alaska and opened a practice in Kenai, Alaska in 2000 and another practice in Boise, Idaho in 2004, practicing primarily in his Alaska office. In 2011 Dr. Wortham sold his practice in Kenai, Alaska and transitioned to Anchorage. This summer, Dr. Wortham opened a practice in Valdez and now splits time between the two.

Dr. Wortham enjoys road cycling, spending time with his family, and traveling. Technology and advances in dental medicine are of particular interest to him. He attends an abundance of advanced dental training every year. Dr. Wortham is a Fellow of the American Dental Implant Association, a certified Invisalign and Clear Correct provider, and a CEREC provider. Dr. Wortham has been a licensed general dentist since 2000. Dr Wortham has 4 children and 4 grandchildren.

Dr. Seth Jorgensen grew up in Iowa where he attended both Iowa State University and the University of Iowa. He graduated Iowa State University in 1996 with a B.S. in Zoology. After graduation, Jorgensen was accepted into the prestigious University of Iowa College of Dentistry, class of 2000. Since graduation, Dr. Jorgensen has practiced throughout Arizona until finding Carefree, AZ in 2003. He left Carefree in 2011 to spend more time with his family and to consult with struggling offices to bring them new life.

In the fall of 2012, his good friend and classmate, Dr. Todd Wortham, invited him to Anchorage to start an office from the ground up. A regular to Alaska in the summers to run the family fishing business, Dr. J jumped at the opportunity to work with his friend as well as spend more time in the state he loves.

Dr. Jorgensen is committed to lifelong education and improvement in the fields of dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and Advanced CEREC training. His ongoing commitment to learning and improvement takes him to classes and seminars where emerging dental materials, methods and technology are evaluated and discussed. He applies what he learns to provide patients with the best long term results, durability and aesthetics with minimal discomfort.

Dr. Jorgensens practice philosophy is what he calls conservatively proactive to create occlusal harmony. By creating an equalized chewing occlusion to minimize stresses on any one tooth to prevent premature fractures, wear, and/or discomfort, happy health teeth are the results.

In his free time, Dr. Jorgensen enjoys many diverse hobbies. Since 1991, he has operated his family-owned commercial salmon fishing boat in Alaska. He and his family started the first recycling center in his hometown of Spencer, Iowa. He is a proficient skier and snowboarder who taught skiing at Sunrise Ski Park Resort in Pinetop, AZ. Dr. Jorgensen is an overall outdoor enthusiast who enjoys all activities from golf to hiking, camping to canoeing. His latest passion is vintage VWs; has restored a 1963 VW Combi Single Cab pickup, and is working on 2 rare Type 34 European Karmen Ghia less than 2000 of 20,000 remains.

She is a big Elvis Presley Fan, and in her free time, she loves quilting, cross-stitching, walking her adopted dog Buster Brown, traveling to her home in Arizona or Brazil where she and her husband have a beautiful condo on the Atlantic Ocean!

In 2005 I began my dental quest as a sterilization tech and chair side assistant. A few years later I moved to Klamath Falls, OR where I graduated with a BS in Dental Hygiene. I also met my future husband there, and together we moved back to Alaska in the spring of 2011.

Kelsey started working in the dentistry field with her father, Dr. Wortham, in high-school part-time as a sterilization tech, later learning to assist, and eventually learning the reception side of the office.

I was born in Illinois and I grew up in Iowa with two older brothers. I received my college education in Arizona, where I also met my husband. After graduating with a degree in education, we were married and I returned to Alaska with him.

For the next 20 years, we raised and homeschooled our two children. When our youngest was in college, I decided I wanted to start a new chapter in my life. My interest in the dental field began at my 6-month exam and cleaning. My dentist was looking for an assistant and offered to train me on the job. I thought it sounded like fun and an amazing opportunity. Since then I have worked with many dentists as part-time and fill-in assistant.

I really enjoy some of the fun things we do here as a dental team, such as going into the schools to promote good oral health and working the water station for the Kenai River Marathon. If you need a friendly smile, please come and see me at Denali Family Dentistry.

Born in raised here in kenai, Alaska I graduated from Soldotna high school in 2015. I decided to adventure off for a few years to the hottest place ever. Arizona!! I spent 3 years there making many memories with my two best friends but unfortunately i missed home. So i made the journey back to kenai where i started my dental career as a dental assistant and have loved it ever since! I enjoy camping, hanging with friends and family but mostly love coming home to my two black labs ruger and tikka.

I was born and raised in Kenai, Alaska and graduated from KCHS in 2018. I traveled to Minnesota right after high school to attend Minnesota State University, Mankato. I stayed in Minnesota for two years making amazing memories traveling around the state. I ended up moving back to Alaska in 2020 to attend University of Anchorage Alaska where I graduated with my certificate and associates degree in dental assisting. I enjoy playing sports, traveling and spending time with family and friends.