Dr. Jeff Ranta, a native of Colorado Springs, graduated with a bachelor 's of science degree in Biochemistryfrom Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon. He then continued studyinglocally at U.C.C.S., toward a master 's degree in Science. Dr. Ranta then went on to receive his D.M.D. degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. In 2001, Dr. 'Jeff' joined his father 's practice, Widefield Dental Group, which is now Mesa Ridge Dental, here in Fountain, Colorado.
While in college and graduate school, Dr. Ranta pursued his love for teaching by tutoring math and sciences to students with various learning disabilities. He also tutored grade school students in reading and math as well as being an active member of the Portland community, participating in programs for tutoring and building self-esteem in children with learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Also during college, Dr. Ranta pursued his passion for ski racing and qualified for the junior national team his freshman year. Dr. Ranta is proud to say he has not missed a season since he learned to ski at the age of two! Dr. Ranta also enjoys many of the other outdoor activities that Colorado has to offer.
During the summer of his freshman year in dental school, Dr. Ranta worked at Medicity in Turku, Finland doing cancer research for the University of Turku Dental School. He was one of the first people to isolate and identify DNA from the H.P.V. virus from human oral cancer biopsy specimens. This research helped to eventually find the link between H.P.V. virus and oral cancer.
Since practicing dentistry in Colorado, Dr. Ranta has been an active member of the Colorado Springs Dental Society. He served as President of the Dental Society during the 2014-2015 session. He then served as Immediate Past President and continues to sit on the Board of Directors serving the dental community. He has also served as a delegate at the Colorado Dental Association annual meetings.
Dr. Jeff Ranta enjoys all areas of dentistry and has continued his post-graduate education in all areas of dentistry in the form of many hours of continuing education. During 2011-2012 he completed an intensive year-long maxi-course in Implant Dentistry, accredited by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID).After taking the 300-hour course of hands-on and classroom education in both the surgical and restorative stages of implant dentistry, he successfully passed the written part of the Associate Fellow board examination making him an academic associate fellow of the AAID.
Dr. Ryan Reposa is from Attleboro, Massachusetts. He was one of eight high school students accepted nationwide into the Adelphi University-Tufts University Joint Degree Dental Program. This seven-year advanced program earned Dr. Reposa a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York and his D.M.D. from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. After attaining his degree in 2001, Dr. Reposa joined the United States Air Force and served at the United States Air Force Academy, Peterson Air Force Base, Schriever Air Force Base, and Cheyenne Mountain Air Station dental clinics. In 2005, Dr. Reposa joined the Mesa Ridge Dental Team with his classmates Candace Pfister and Jeff Ranta. He continues his postdoctoral studies in all areas of dentistry. He completed the intensive yearlong study in implant dentistry with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Maxi-Course. After taking over 300 hours of classroom and hands-on courses in both the surgical and restorative stages of implant dentistry he successfully completed the written AAID examination. He also completed all coursework necessary to practice Sedation Dentistry in Colorado. Dr. Reposa is an active member of the American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, and the Colorado Springs Dental Society. He is married to his former classmate and partner, Candace Pfister. Together they have two beautiful children. Dr. Reposa enjoys running.
Dr. Machone is dedicated to continuing his education in dentistry and is a member of Spear Education, as well as a member of several professional dental organizations, including the American Dental Association (ADA), Colorado Dental Association (CDA), Colorado Springs Dental Association (CSDA), and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 709 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestTimothy Rayl
a year ago
Always amazing Only dentist office i feel comfortable going to. They have been nothing but perfect and has and is helping me fix my smile still
Ashley Coates
a year ago
Dr Ranta and the whole staff were great. Clean office. You could tell they cared about the patient experience by how well everything operated. Super happy and will be a patient here while we are stationed here.
Jacqueline Mouton
a year ago
Always a great experience at Mesa Ridge Dental. For well over a decade the service I've received has always been outstanding. Just brilliant!
Donna Johnson
a year ago
Everyone was so nice and comforting as I was very anxious
Linda d Oxley
a year ago
Gentle, caring, and kind, I was extremely afraid of dentists before coming here.
Nanci Bourbeau
a year ago
Great staff, very clean. I'm anxious when I visit only because of my own fears and they are so caring and accommodating. Love them!
Yong Johnson
2 years ago
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean waiting room.
Ronnie Ferguson
2 years ago
Its sooooo awesome going to Mesa Ridge Dental. The staff are wonderful and they take awesome care of their patients!! I've been going there for years and I will never change to any other dental!! I would recommend anyone that's looking for a dental facility to go to. I would recommend this facility to anyone!!
Maryann Dunn
2 years ago
Love my experience there. Staff is great and friendly.
Elvia Bourland
2 years ago
Great Staff! Very professional and friendly. The atmosphere was very inviting. They met my needs and were very accommodating. Thanks again.
Maxy Mass
2 years ago
Friendly staff and didn't wait long to get in and see dentist. They explain everything their doing and made my next appt right there while still in dentist visit.
Robert Cadman
2 years ago
Had an appointment at 10:00 am, was not seen till 10:40 am #NOTAHAPPYCAMPER
Terry Bowen
2 years ago
The best staff and Doctors for dental care I have ever had. At 68 years old that's saying a lot. Professional, caring and patient. Time is taken to insure you understand all diagnosis, what is required and results expected. Thank you!
Amanda Scheck
2 years ago
Friendly staff, only sat for 2mins before I got called back. Would definitely recommend.
Jason Matthew
2 years ago
Great practice! From check in to check out!
J P
2 years ago
My family and I have been patients for over 20 years. A few years back, the original doctor sold out to a new company and that's where the problems began. Billing is never correct, and we are constantly having to deal with mistakes. I have had the same insurance the entire time, and nothing has changed, but they constantly contradict what I tell them. They push fluoride treatments everytime we go for a checkup, and insist it's covered when I know it's not, then they bill us for it. The last straw was a tooth they have worked on numerous times, to include sending me for 2 root canals. Each time we are billed thousands of dollars even though it should have been done correct the first time. Over the 4th of July weekend, that same tooth started hurting again, which with 2 root canals, it shouldn't. Finally with my face swollen and unbearable pain, I called their emergency number, only to have to leave a message which nobody responded to. Tuesday morning I had to fight with them to get seen, only to be told I need a 3rd root canal, that was an estimated $1,500 more, or an extraction and an implant that would be over $4,000 on a tooth I've already spent $5,000 on. I asked that the doctor call me personally so that we may be able to work something out since I've already spent so much on that tooth with him. It's been a week, and no call back. I have an appointment next week that I will be canceling and requesting my families records to be transferred to a new dentist. After 20 years of patronage, this is how the new company treats its patients.
Peggy Machone
2 years ago
Everyone is always so welcoming and gives great service.
Carine Czohara
2 years ago
Been coming here since I moved to Colorado Springs in 2009 and love it (as much as you can love going to the dentist). They are always punctual which I really appreciate.
Melissa Amemarie
2 years ago
Really nice folks, beautiful office, too. And everyone seemed to work together really well which makes me feel like miscommunication & misunderstandings are probably very minimal which is great especially this day & age.
Wiley Miller
2 years ago
Very good service from staff and doctor.
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