Dr. Gary Holt is a board-eligible certified Denver orthodontist with offices in Littleton, Highlands Ranch and Castle Rock. He specializes in providing quality, personalized orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults. He attends countless hours of continuing education and utilizes the latest advances in orthodontics to ensure that his patients get excellent results with speedy treatment times and minimal discomfort.
Dr Holt has been the Triple Crown winner: recognized as the Best of the Best for Orthodontic Care in the Littleton Independent, Highlands Ranch Herald, and Centennial Citizen newspapers. Dr. Holt is also honored to be named a 5280 Magazine Top Dentist, as voted for by all Denver-area dentists.
Dr. Holt has a thriving orthodontic practice with the patient experience standing as the cornerstone of everything he does. We are proud of the care that we offer our patients from the moment they walk into one of our two state-of-the-art locations for a free consult, to the day their treatment is completed and they show off their beautiful new smile. Seeing the transformed smile of a satisfied patient is what makes orthodontics so enjoyable.
Dr. Holt obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and completed an orthodontic residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He has been practicing since 2003. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, the Colorado Dental Association, and the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society. Dr. Holt is also a sought-after public speaker and published author.
Dr. Holt and his wife have two daughters, Emma and Caroline, and ason, Jeremy. When hes not working, Dr. Holt and his wife are avid runners and mountain bikers. Dr. Holt has completed many marathons and has even finished the Ironman Triathlon in Kona, Hawaii.
Dr. Jena Hong grew up in Nashville, TN where she stayed and attended Vanderbilt University to complete her undergraduate studies and majored in Molecular and Cellular Biology. She then went on to complete her Masters degree in Oral Health Sciences as well as her DMD from Boston University, where she graduated summa cum laude in 2018. During dental school, she discovered her passion for orthodontics and went on to receive her MSD in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the University of Colorado. Upon graduation from orthodontic residency, Dr. Jena became board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. She is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, and the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society.
When people ask Dr. Jena why she chose dentistry and orthodontics, her genuine reply is that she loves teeth and beautiful smiles. Thats because she believes a happy smile is our most beautiful attribute, and she is excited to help people find their most confident and happiest smiles. Having had braces when she was younger, Dr. Jena knows firsthand the impact orthodontics can have on ones life. She feels extremely lucky to be a part of a profession which can have a profound and positive impact on the lives of so many, and she is particularly excited to make connections with the patients and families in this community.
During her free time, Dr. Jena loves to spend time with her husband and dog, Louie. They enjoy taking advantage of the beautiful outdoors that Colorado has to offer, whether it is hiking in the warmer months or skiing in the winter. She also enjoys mentoring pre-dental students and has given several lectures to pre-doctoral students who hope to pursue a career in the dental field.
Our staff is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a registered assistant, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care.
Tina has been a member of Dr. Holts orthodontic team as office manager and treatment coordinator since 2005. She is a Colorado native, has five children, and is the proud grandma of one granddaughter, Brooklyn and two grandsons, Tristian and Jaxon. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and camping in her glamper.
Danielle has been with Holt Orthodontics for three years. She is one of the offices treatment and scheduling coordinators. Danielle has been with her husband for a decade and a half,and is the proud mom of three kids, two step kids, a dog, a cat, a fish, and a turtle. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors (as long as its not snowing).
Dawn is the insurance coordinator for Holt Orthodontics. She can take care of all your financial, billing, and insurance questions, and is happy to help you in any other way. Dawn has more than 30years of experience in the orthodontic field and has been with Holt Orthodontics for almost a decade. She is married with three grown children and ten grandchildren. She enjoys all outdoor summer sports, working out, and spending time with family.
Jake(though all of his friends call him Jakey) has been in the orthodontic field since 2016. He loves building lasting relationships with our wonderful patients. When he is not at work, Jake enjoys exploring our wonderful state (he's a transplant from California), and hanging out with friends and family. He also enjoys exploring Colorado's wonderful cuisine and is always looking for new restaurants to try.
Stephanie studied dental assisting for more than a year before moving into orthodontics. She has been a part of Dr. Holts practice for more than four years. Stephanie has a daughter in elementary school. For fun, she enjoys taking her daughter to the zoo and aquarium, along with spending time with her sister and nieces and hanging out with friends.
Jill has lived in Colorado since 1996. She has been an orthodontic assistant since 2006, and has been with Dr. Holt most of her orthodontic career. In her free time, she enjoys going for walks and hikes and spending time with family and friends.
Mallory has been working with Holt Orthodontics since 2015. She is currently expecting baby number two! In her spare time, she enjoys baking, photography, and spending time with her husband watching baseball and hockey.
Allie is a proud native of Littleton. When shes not here, you can most likely find her at the dog park with her dog Rocky or spending time in the mountains riding her horse, Mocha. Allie has been an orthodontic assistant since 2017, but also worked as a vet assistant at a clinic in Littleton. She is so happy to be a part of such a great team here at Holt Orthodontics!
Leanne has been in the orthodontic field for 20 years! After taking a little time off to be with her kiddos, shes back with our amazing group of people and loving it! Her favorite part of her position as an orthodontic assistant is getting to see firsthand our patients lives transformed through their smile! In her free time, Leanne runs a home bakery. She loves spending time with her family and Labradoodle, Wynn!
Keeping up with the latest technology is an important part of that treatment as well. We use the iTero Invisalign scanning technology, which means you no longer need messy impressions we simply scan your teeth with a wand.
Dr. Gary Holt is a certified orthodontic specialist who has been practicing for nearly two decades. He has completed extensive and specialized training in orthodontics following dental school. That training, along with many years of experience, allows Dr. Holt to offer professional, patient-specific orthodontic care to treat both standard and complex orthodontic problems and achieve excellent results that leave patients and parents alike with smiles.
As a certified Invisalign provider, Dr. Holt is in the top 5% of all doctors in the world with regard to training, skill, and use of the Invisalign system. And for non-Invisalign cases, Dr. Holt and Dr. Jena use the most technologically advanced low-friction bracket, which means lighter forces are necessary for tooth movement.
At Holt Orthodontics, our entire team is certified, and attends continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences to stay knowledgeable about advances in the field. Certified as Registered Dental Assistants (RDA), our orthodontic assistants can also work toward achieving an Orthodontic Dental Assistant (ODA) certification by seeking additional training and passing a national board exam to confirm their knowledge of orthodontics.
Orthodontic treatment involves a long-term commitment with Dr. Holt, Dr. Jena, their staff, and the process. Throughout your treatment, you will form a lasting, special relationship with our team. With expert knowledge of the techniques and good communication, we can achieve the best result possible. We strive to create a pleasant working environment.
Dr. Holt and Dr. Jena are happy to sit down with you, free of charge, and discuss your treatment options and explain which treatment is best for you. This includes comprehensive digital records and a treatment plan tailored to address your concerns.