Dr. Kate Hakala graduated from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, cum laude, in 1989. Prior to that, she received a Bachelors Degree in Dental Hygiene in 1982 and worked for several dentists before returning to dental school. Her father, Joe Hakala, started Hakala Family Dentistry in 1962, and it was an easy decision for Dr. Kate to join him in his busy general dental practice. Dr. Joe is now retired, but he stops by the office periodically to say hello. You can see his wood carvings in our hall display case.
Dr. Kate supervises students in the dental clinic at her alma mater, CU, one morning a week. She served for six years on the Colorado State Dental Board, after being appointed to the Board by Governor Owens. She also volunteers for Dental Lifeline and the Colorado Mission of Mercy. Dr. Kate has done volunteer dentistry in Mexico, Colombia, and twice in Guatemala. In March of 2020, our office manager, Jaime, and hygienist, Suzi joined Dr. Kate on a large medical-dental team seeing indigenous people in Santa Cruz del Quiche, Guatemala. It was a fabulous experience, and they hope to return in the future.
Dr. Kate and her husband will celebrate 40 years of marriage in 2022. They have two grown children, Colin and Maura. They also have a rescue husky, Indiana, and a cat named Bibi. When she is not in the office, Dr. Kate likes to ski, hike, and travel. She is an avid reader and is studying Spanish to help with future dental mission trips.
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 5 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestDaniel Shannon
5 years ago
Great dentist, efficient, friendly staff. I've been using Dr. Hakala's services or almost two years now, and she is far and away the best dentist I've ever had. She is skilled, accommodating, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. I recommend her without reservation.
Aliah Rasmussen
5 years ago
I called to schedule an appointment on a Friday, I am not sure if they were busy or slammed, but the front desk person was very rude and put me on hold for 5 minutes and when I asked for a specific date she said call back later and hung up on me in a snotty tone. I'm guessing the dr is great from past reviews I am reading, but i was able to book an appointment with a practice down the street.
Daniel Shannon
6 years ago
Great dentist, efficient, friendly staff. I've been using Dr. Hakala's services or almost two years now, and she is far and away the best dentist I've ever had. She is skilled, accommodating, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. I recommend her without reservation.
Aliah Rasmussen
6 years ago
I called to schedule an appointment on a Friday, I am not sure if they were busy or slammed, but the front desk person was very rude and put me on hold for 5 minutes and when I asked for a specific date she said call back later and hung up on me in a snotty tone. I'm guessing the dr is great from past reviews I am reading, but i was able to book an appointment with a practice down the street.
Kenneth Qing Hammel Li
6 years ago
I had an dental emergency this last weekend and went to see Dr. Hakala on Sunday. She was very detailed, patient, and experienced. She explained my condition and offered different options. She was able to conduct a very difficult operation smoothly. I was very happy that I could find a dental service (and a very good one) on Sunday to solve my excruciating toothache.
Kenneth Qing Hammel Li
7 years ago
I had an dental emergency this last weekend and went to see Dr. Hakala on Sunday. She was very detailed, patient, and experienced. She explained my condition and offered different options. She was able to conduct a very difficult operation smoothly. I was very happy that I could find a dental service (and a very good one) on Sunday to solve my excruciating toothache.
Gabe Dusenbury
7 years ago
Really like Dr. Kate Hakala, friendly and professional, everyone on staff has been very helpful too.
Gabe Dusenbury
8 years ago
Really like Dr. Kate Hakala, friendly and professional, everyone on staff has been very helpful too.
Kenny Carlson
8 years ago
Staff were all extremely friendly and professional and made me feel welcome. I didn't have to wait long and the work was all done quickly and well. Best dental experience I've had!
Kenny Carlson
9 years ago
Staff were all extremely friendly and professional and made me feel welcome. I didn't have to wait long and the work was all done quickly and well. Best dental experience I've had!
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