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Dr. Derek A. Straffon
Dr. Straffon has enjoyed creating attractive, healthy smiles in the Denver area since 2001. During this time, he and his orthodontic team have dedicated themselves to provide state of the art, personalized orthodontic treatment in a comfortable and private setting. Originally from Michigan, Dr. Straffon resides in Denver with his family. He has been on the forefront of recent technological advancements in orthodontics and is a leader in the Damon System, Indirect Bonding, and Invisalign methods.
EDUCATION
Indiana University
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
University of Michigan Masters of Science in Orthodontics
HONORS and AWARDS
Named Top Orthodontist, 5280 Magazine, 2009, 2010, 2011
Named Top Dentist, USA Top Dentists, 2009, 2010, 2011
The Charles H. Tweed International Foundation for International Research, April 1999
Louis C. Shultz Award in Operative Rehabilitation, May 1998
Comprehensive Care Award, May 1998
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary …Dental Society, February 1998
Russel W. Bunting Award in Periodontics, August 1997
MEMBERSHIPS and PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Colorado State Orthodontic Association
Metropolitan Denver Dental Society
Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists
A published author and public speaker, Dr. Straffon is a member of several professional organizations including the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Colorado State Orthodontic Association, Metropolitan Denver Dental Society and the Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists. His professional awards include:
Calibrated in the use of occlusal indices: The Peer Assessment Rating Index and The Index of Complexity, Outcome and Treatment Need, November 1999
The Charles H. Tweed International Foundation for International Research, April 1999
Louis C. Shultz Award in Operative Rehabilitation, May 1998
Comprehensive Care Award, May 1998
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society, February 1998
Russel W. Bunting Award in Periodontics, August 1997
Dr. Straffon stays active outside of the office in Denver. He enjoys triathlons, mountain and road biking, running and wind surfing. He is also an avid skier and enjoys spending time with his wife, their daughter and St. Bernard.
View great orthodontics results in our Smile Gallery.
Read More Read less Dr. Straffon has enjoyed creating attractive, healthy smiles in the Denver area since 2001. During this time, he and his orthodontic team have dedicated themselves to provide state of the art, personalized orthodontic treatment in a comfortable and private setting. Originally from Michigan, Dr. Straffon resides in Denver with his family. He has been on the forefront of recent technological advancements in orthodontics and is a leader in the Damon System, Indirect Bonding, and Invisalign methods.
EDUCATION
Indiana University
University of Michigan School of Dentistry
University of Michigan Masters of Science in Orthodontics
HONORS and AWARDS
Named Top Orthodontist, 5280 Magazine, 2009, 2010, 2011
Named Top Dentist, USA Top Dentists, 2009, 2010, 2011
The Charles H. Tweed International Foundation for International Research, April 1999
Louis C. Shultz Award in Operative Rehabilitation, May 1998
Comprehensive Care Award, May 1998
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary …Dental Society, February 1998
Russel W. Bunting Award in Periodontics, August 1997
MEMBERSHIPS and PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Colorado State Orthodontic Association
Metropolitan Denver Dental Society
Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists
A published author and public speaker, Dr. Straffon is a member of several professional organizations including the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Colorado State Orthodontic Association, Metropolitan Denver Dental Society and the Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists. His professional awards include:
Calibrated in the use of occlusal indices: The Peer Assessment Rating Index and The Index of Complexity, Outcome and Treatment Need, November 1999
The Charles H. Tweed International Foundation for International Research, April 1999
Louis C. Shultz Award in Operative Rehabilitation, May 1998
Comprehensive Care Award, May 1998
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society, February 1998
Russel W. Bunting Award in Periodontics, August 1997
Dr. Straffon stays active outside of the office in Denver. He enjoys triathlons, mountain and road biking, running and wind surfing. He is also an avid skier and enjoys spending time with his wife, their daughter and St. Bernard.
View great orthodontics results in our Smile Gallery.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
303 Smiles
8745 E ORCHARD RD STE 513GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111 Tel: (303) 758-3414
Mon11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri10:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Atwood Straffon has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Atwood Straffon has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Colorado, 2026, Expired
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