Dr. Kelly Santarelli is a Colorado native and is so happy to be practicing in this wonderful state! Dr. Santarelli attended Creighton University, where she double majored in Biology and Philosophy. Then, she received a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Regis University. Her studies then took her to the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, where she obtained her DDS degree and became a dentist.

After dental school, she earned a spot in CU’s General Practice Residency (GPR), where she learned specialist-level procedures and practiced hospital dentistry. During this 12-month residency, she was honored with an award for devotion to special needs patients and hospital dentistry.

Dr. Santarelli is a part of the Colorado Dental Association, the Metro Denver Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. She also holds a position as a Clinical Instructor with the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, where she enjoys teaching dental students. Dr. Santarelli strongly believes in continuing her own education and is often taking part in local study clubs and continuing education opportunities.