Dr. Butler, Dr. Riffel, and the staff of Mountainview Periodontics & Dental Implants have an outstanding reputation earned by excellence in periodontal, implant and oral medicine dental care in a personally fulfilling, values-oriented, relaxed and professional environment. Our friendly, skilled, and sincere service is second to none. Through continuing education, we stay focused on the latest developments in Periodontics.

My favorite part of dentistry is seeing the life changing result that oral health can provide for our patients. Meeting wonderful people and making a difference in their life, is what makes my job worthwhile.As the office treatment coordinator, she helps manage our patients financial needs and maximize their insurance benefit. She is also communicating daily with our referring offices regarding patient care.

1. Favorite sports team Denver Nuggets2. Favorite color Red3. Person you admire the most and why? My dad, he taught me what hard work and sacrifice looks like. He was always determined to work hard or as much as possible to make sure we had what we needed. I never heard him complain he was tired, underpaid, or over worked. He is a good man and so easy to love. I have never met a single person who dislikes him.4. Favorite prophy paste flavor Mint5. Dream bucket list trip location Bora Bora6. Favorite food Indian Tacos7. Why you love dentistry My favorite part of dentistry is seeing the life changing result that oral health can provide for our patients.8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend? Hanging out with my family and spending time outdoors.

She is your connection to our office! I love the time Ive spent in dentistry. I love seeing the transformation of patients overall health in periodontics, from the moment they walk into our office to their final visit. Seeing the change and helping to facilitate the best possible experience for our patients and referring practices is very gratifying.

Jennifer already had an accomplished background when she came to us in 2011, having worked in business consulting and human resources before coming on board as our Office Manager. She quickly became an indispensable member of our team and quickly found her passion in the healthcare industry.Now she is our Professional Relationship Director, which means her job is to work with you. Jennifer will be visiting your practice regularly to check in with you and your team and see what we can do to support you. She will assist in all Lunch and Learn and Continuing Education Events. Jennifer believes that the best relationships are built on accessibility and clear communication. Shes on call whenever you need to take your questions or hear your feedback, and also to provide information about patients you entrust in our care.Away from the office, Jennifer demonstrates the same level of dedication to her family. She and her husband Will have been married for 20 years. Their girls Dylan and Tori are very active in Varsity Cheer and the Colorado Childrens Chorale respectively. Over the years she has spent significant time volunteering with the Junior League of Denver and Girl Scout of Colorado. Currently, she is a member of the National Charity league with her daughters volunteering primarily in Douglas County. She enjoys skiing, traveling, and the arts.

1. Favorite sports team? Denver Broncos2. Favorite color? blue3. Person you admire the most and why? Michelle Obama she is intelligent, strong, genuine and relatable.4. Favorite prophy paste flavor? Mint5. Dream bucket list trip location? Heli Skiing in the far Northern Hemisphere6. Favorite food? Chipotle7. Why you love dentistry? I have always been fascinated by teeth. My grandfather was a dentist.8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend? Walk my dog Lucy and ride my Peloton.

My career in dentistry began after receiving my Associate in Arts degree 42 years ago. I began as a dental assistant when living in Maryland and Washington D.C. and after moving to Colorado I began working on the administrative side of Dentistry. I was an implant/treatment coordinator for 15 years and have since worked on the front office administrative side. My experience has been in General Dentistry, Oral Surgery, and Periodontics. I enjoy dentistry because it feels good to be able to help people with compassionate caring treatment that gives them healthy smiles that are so important to them and makes them feel good about themselves. I have always enjoyed the medical/dental side as well as patient relationships.

1. Favorite sports team? Broncos2. Favorite color Orange3. Person you admire the most and why? Not one person, but anyone that volunteers to help the elderly4. Favorite prophy paste flavor ? Mint5. Dream bucket list trip location? Italy6. Favorite food? Seafood, crab cakes7. Why you love dentistry? I love to see how happy people get when they have a nice smile. Helping people with kindness and calming each persons fears8. Favorite thing to do on weekend? Going to vintage markets, shops and camping.

I chose dentistry because it sounded very interesting to me and loved the idea about it. I grew up not going to the dentist like I should of so that kind of played a role of why I wanted to be part of it. To help and educate others about it. I started working for a pediatric office back home in Kansas. I was there for two and a half years I loved working with kids just listening to them or their way of thinking almost like an imaginary world I thought It was pretty cool (low key I miss it sometimes). After that moved out of town and started working for a general dentist in Lawrence KS. I learned a lot working there for sure. Even though sometimes it was very challenging for me. I dont regret it at all.

I loved assisting with any restorations. Doing E4D crowns and fillings were probably my favorite. After almost two years I decided to try perio. I got to work for some awesome doctors. Ive always been lucky and blessed by the bosses Ive had. The thing I love about perio is assisting on surgeries and of course helping patients. I assisted for a year in perio back home in Kansas. Now Im here in Denver working for amazing Doctors and couldnt be any more grateful.

1. Favorite sports team: Kansas City Royals/Chiefs2. Favorite color: Orange3. Person I admire the most: It would have to be my parents for sure. They did everything and gave everything for me and my siblings in order for us to have a better education, life, better opportunities and for us to live the American dream.4. Favorite prophet paste: I would have to go with mint for sure.5. Dream bucket list location: Ive always wanted to visit Paris.6. Favorite food: Mexican food for sure.7. Why do I love dentistry?I love dentistry because I love helping patients with whatever treatment is needed even though sometimes patients are afraid of dentistry its very rewarding to see them smile and be happy after their treatment is all complete. I also love assisting on surgeries theyre just so interesting to me.8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend: I love spending time at home with my family and my dogs.

I have always loved teeth. I can remember being a small child and making comments about movie stars teeth. When I became a Broncos fan, it was because Shannon Sharpe had beautiful, big white teeth. I became an Expanded Duties Dental assistant while finishing up high school and when I graduated I worked up front in a dental office.

One day I got to watch the dentist perform a root canal and I was fascinated. Ive spent the last 20+ years learning and growing as an EDDA and finally had the opportunity to follow my dreams of attending dental hygiene school in Denver. I took my career as far as I could as an EDDA and was still in love with dentistry over 20 years later so, with a lot of support from my husband and friends, I applied to dental hygiene school.

1. Favorite sports team? Denver Broncos2. Favorite color? Red3. Person you admire the most and why? My adopted father, he was the most generous, kind, loving, patient human Ive ever known. Everything I am, I am because of him.4. Favorite prophy paste flavor? Cinnamint, Wintermint5. Dream bucket list trip location? 1 month vacation to Europe starting in Portugal, followed up with 2 weeks in BoraBora6. Favorite food? Is green chile a food group? It should be. Lol7. Why you love dentistry? I have loved teeth since I was a child. I picked the Broncos as my favorite sports team because I loved Shannon Sharpes teeth when I was little. I still love his teeth, and his taste in clothes. 8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend? On the weekends I love to spend quality time with my husband and my dog, living in Colorado means we never run out of things to do. Ive also got quite the creative side, so I spend a lot of time on crafts or repurposing things I find.

I was only 20 when I started dentistry. I was so young and still not sure what I wanted to do. The general office I did my internship hired me right after school. I loved it! I learned so much in the five in half years I was there. Surgery was something I always wanted to do. I lived in such a small town that oral surgery wasnt close by. Till one day I decide to step out of my comfort zone and find an oral surgery office. I found Periodontics of Cherry Creek. I wasnt sure if I was making the right choice because I had a 45 minute to and hour drive to and from work. I am now 5 years in and I couldnt be happier.

Caring for our patients and being part of such and amazing work family feels so good. Just knowing that we helped someone feel better about their smile makes me happy. Im hoping that one day Im able to apply for hygiene school and be able to retire as a hygienist. But for now I am very happy to be a dental assistant for Periodontics of Cherry Creek.

1. Favorite sports team- Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies2. Favorite color- Hot pink3. Person you admire the most and why?- My mom because she literally does it all, shes multitasking hero, she never says no, shes my life long support system my best friend, she puts us before her and everyday I learn something new from her.4. Favorite prophy paste flavor.- Mint5. Dream bucket list trip location- Sleep in an over water bungalow in Bora Bora, admire the sunset over Santorini, swim with the dolphins in the Bahamas.6. Favorite food- Definitely Tacos7. Why you love dentistry- I love the relationships I have had with patients. I feel like I have the ability to make patients feel comfortable. Putting patients first day in and day out. At the end of my work day I know Ive helped someone.8. Favorite thing to do on weekend- I love to cuddle up with my kids and watch all kinds of movies.

As a specialist in these areas, Dr. Butler has received extensive training including three years of additional education beyond dental school and two additional degrees. Dr. Butler utilizes state of the art periodontal and dental implant therapy techniques.

Dr. Butler grew up in Abilene, Texas. She completed her Bachelor of Science at The University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. While in college, she was awarded an academic All-American award for achievements in sports and academics. Dr. Butler received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. Then, she completed her Periodontics certificate and Master of Science with a specialty in Oral Medicine at Louisiana State University in New Orleans.

1. Favorite sports team? Colorado Rapids 2. Favorite color? Purple 3. Person, you admire the most, and why? My dad he instilled the ability to work ward, to be honest, to be patient, and to be me. 4. Favorite prophy paste flavor? Vanilla 5. Dream bucket list trip location? Greece 6. Favorite food? Steak 7. Why do you love dentistry? I love being able to help people be healthy dentally but also overall. 8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend? I love to work in my garden, hike, and hang with my family.

Education Louisiana State University Dental School (2002-2005), Periodontics Residency Louisiana State University Health Science Center (2003-2005), Master of Science Baylor College of Dentistry (1998-2002), DDS University of the Incarnate Word (1993-1997), Bachelor of Science Biology San Antonio College (1994), Summer Courses Cisco Junior College (1993), Summer Courses

Employment Periodontics of Cherry Creek, Owner & Periodontist (June 2012-Present) Mountainview Periodontics & Dental Implants, Owner & Periodontist (June 2008-Present) Periodontics & Dental Implants of Steamboat (2005-Present) Drs. Schallhorn and McClain, Periodontist (September 2006-June 2008) Cody Dental Group, Periodontist (July 2005-September 2006) Esplanade Dental Center, General Dentist (2004-2005) Wayne Radwanksi DDS, Full Time Assistant (1997-1998) The University of the Incarnate Word, Resident Assistant (1994-1997) Hendrick Hospital, Nurses Aide (1994)

Research Masters Thesis Evaluation of Bioplant LC (Light cured bone replacement graft material) Effectiveness and Handling in Skull Defects in the Rabbit and In-Vitro ADA Dental Student Conference on Research (2001) Henman Presenter (2000) IADR/AADR Presenter (2000)

Awards 5280 Top Periodontist (2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009) Pierre Fauchard Award for Leadership (2012, 2002) Louisiana State University Student Research Competition (1st Place)

Memberships American Dental Association Metropolitan Denver Dental Society Colorado Dental Society Academy of General Dentistry Academy of Osseointegration Pierre Fauchard Academy Xi Psi Phi Christian Medical and Dental Association

Dental School Activities Dental pre-enrichment program mentor (2001-2005) Baylor College of Dentistry alumni board member (2001-2005) Dental Olympic co-chairman (2000-2001) Student council secretary (1999-2000) Class President (1998-2000) Student council member (1998-2000) Disciplinary council member (1998-2000) Curriculum Committee (1998-1999)

Community Service Junior League of Denver (2006-2012) Give Kids a Smile (2010, 2009) Indian Health Services Externship (2001) Extramural pediatric dental care at indigent care clinics (2000-2002) Elementary school dental health presentation (2000) Dental mission team-Mexico (1999-2005) Public Health Fair (1998)

Dr. Amy M. Riffel is a periodontist specializing in periodontal disease and dental implants. Dr. Riffel grew up in Burlington, Iowa. She completed her Bachelor of Business Administration and pre-dental course work at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Riffel received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Iowa.

Immediately following dental school, Dr. Riffel completed a general practice residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics with an emphasis on comprehensive dental treatment as well as advanced training in oral surgery and anesthesiology. Then, Dr. Riffel completed her Periodontics certificate and Masters of Science with a specialty in Oral Medicine at the University of Iowa. Dr. Riffel is a Diplomate of the Board of Periodontology since 2013.

1. Favorite sports team? Iowa Hawkeyes 2. Favorite color? Pink 3. Person, you admire the most, and why? My grandmother bc she was always so giving and generous in spite of coming from poverty. 4. Favorite prophy paste flavor? Peppermint 5. Dream bucket list trip location? Bora Bora 6. Favorite food? Thai 7. Why do you love dentistry? I love connecting with people and helping ease their anxieties about treatment. 8. Favorite thing to do on the weekend? Spending time with my husband and pups.

Education University of Iowa College of Dentistry (2008-2011) Periodontics Residency, Masters of Science University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (2007-2008) General Practice Residency University of Iowa College of Dentistry (2003-2007) Doctor of Dental Surgery University of Iowa (1999-2002) Bachelors of Business Administration Southeastern Community College (1998-1999) Prerequisite Course Work

Employment Periodontics of Cherry Creek, Associate Periodontist (April 2013-Present) Mountainview Periodontics & Dental Implants, Associate Periodontist (April 2013-Present) Summit Dental & Orthodontics, Associate Periodontist (April 2012-Present) Aspen Periodontics, Associate Periodontist (July 2011-March 2013) University of Iowa College of Dentistry, Special Care Lab Monitor (August 2009-June 2011) University of Iowa College of Dentistry, Senior Lab Monitor (November 2006-May 2007)

Academic Achievements Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology (2013) Frank I. Molsberry Award for Excellence in Periodontics (2007) University of Iowa Deans List (2001, 2002) Citizens Scholarship Award (1999) Phi Theta Kappa National Honors Society (1999) Southeastern Community College Deans List (1998, 1999)

Professional Associations American Academy of Periodontology (2008-present) Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology (2013-present) American Dental Association (2003-present) American Dental Society of Anesthesiology (2008-2013) American Student Dental Association (2003-2007) Colorado Academy of Osseointegration (2014-present) Colorado Dental Association (2011-present) Colorado Springs Dental Association (2011-present) Hispanic Dental Association (2003-2007) International Team for Implantology (2013-present) Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (2013-present) Rocky Mountain Society of Periodontists (2011-present) Spear Study Club (2013-present)