Emerald Dental
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in the Denver Metro Area
Choosing a new dentist usually comes with a few unspoken questions: will they actually explain things, will an appointment take all afternoon, will this be another office that pushes treatment you don’t need. Emerald Dental answers those questions with modern technology, no-pressure treatment planning, and a team that treats first-time nerves and lifelong patients with the same patience, so you leave with a healthier smile and genuinely one less thing on your mind. Whether you’re a family looking for one dental home, new to the area, or ready for a different experience than your last dentist, you’ll find that same confidence and peace of mind at both our Lakewood and Littleton offices, backed by a 4.6-star rating across 193 reviews and counting.
Welcome to Emerald Dental
Two Locations. One Standard of Care.
Whether you visit us in Lakewood or Littleton, you’ll find the same unhurried appointments, clear explanations, and modern care from a team that lives in the communities it serves.
Patient-Centered Care
We listen first. Every treatment plan is built around your comfort, your budget, and your goals, never a script.
Modern Technology
Digital imaging, intraoral scanning, and same-visit restorations mean fewer appointments and more predictable results.
Colorado Roots
Locally owned and locally staffed. We’ve cared for Denver metro families for years, and we plan to for many more.
What We Do
Featured Services
Preventive, restorative, and cosmetic care under one roof, at both offices.
Family Dentistry
From first cleanings to gum care, family dentistry covers the everyday checkups that keep every generation of your household healthy. It’s the foundation most patients start with, and the reason most stay.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding, veneers, and clear aligners fix what’s actually been bothering you about your smile. Every plan starts with your goals, not a standard package.
Dental Implants
An implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up, restoring both function and a natural look. It’s built to last, not a temporary fix.
Dental Crowns
A crown protects and restores a tooth that’s cracked, worn, or too damaged for a filling alone. It blends in with the teeth around it once it’s placed.
Dentures
Full or partial dentures replace several or all of your teeth with a comfortable, custom-fit option. They restore the ability to eat and speak with confidence.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers correct chips, discoloration, and uneven shape in one coordinated treatment. Built to blend in and hold up for years with normal care.
Why Choose Emerald Dental
Most dental offices around the corner offer roughly the same equipment and the same list of services. What actually separates one dentist from another is how they make you feel while you’re in the chair, and after you’ve left it.
- Leave every appointment actually understanding what happened and why, not quietly wondering what you just agreed to
- Feel like an actual person in that chair, even if you’ve dreaded the dentist for years
- Never feel talked into a treatment you didn’t ask about, every recommendation comes with the honest reason behind it
- Stop bouncing between specialists and referrals, one team who already knows you handles it all
- Get the exact same trust and care whether Lakewood or Littleton fits your life better as your family dentist
Our Team
Meet Your Dentists
Lakewood Location
Dr. Stephanie Paswaters, Lakewood
Dr. Stephanie Paswaters has practiced dentistry since earning her DDS from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry in 1995, and opened her Lakewood practice in 1999. Three decades in, her skillset covers nearly everything a smile could need under one roof, from crowns and implants to sedation dentistry, clear aligners, and facial aesthetics like dermal fillers and sleep apnea treatment. If your case is complex or you’d rather handle everything with one trusted provider, she’s built exactly that. Meet the full team on our About Us page.
Littleton Location
Dr. Christina Spady-Montoya, Littleton
Dr. Christina Spady-Montoya is a Colorado native who earned her DDS from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in 2025, bringing fresh, current training to Emerald Dental’s newer Littleton office. Her focus is relationship first: she takes the time to make every patient feel genuinely heard, not rushed through a routine visit. If you want a dentist who remembers you and explains everything as she goes, that’s the experience she’s built her practice around. Meet the full team on our About Us page.
Our Process
Your First Visit
If it’s been a while, or your last dentist rushed you through without much explanation, we get why walking into a new office feels like a lot. Here’s exactly what actually happens, no surprises, so you know what you’re walking into before you book anything.

Consultation & Exam
We start with a thorough exam and digital imaging to understand your oral health and what you're hoping to get out of treatment.

Treatment Planning & Education
You'll hear every realistic option, explained clearly, with no pressure and no jargon, so you can make the decision that actually fits your life.

Preparation & Procedures
When you're ready, treatment happens in a calm environment with every step explained before it happens, not after.

Restoration & Finishing Touches
Final results are adjusted until they look natural and feel comfortable, so you leave with something you're actually happy with.
Patient Reviews
What Patients Are Saying
Real feedback from real patients across our Lakewood and Littleton offices.
Find Us
Areas We Serve
Lakewood
Emerald Dental Lakewood
12093-A West Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228
Littleton
Emerald Dental Littleton
2731 W Belleview Ave, Littleton, CO 80123
Frequently Asked Questions
I haven't been to a dentist in years, is that going to be awkward?
Not even a little, it’s one of the most common reasons people book their first visit with us, whether they just moved to the area or simply let things slide. You won’t need to explain the gap or brace for a lecture, we’ll just get a clear picture of where your mouth actually is right now and go from there.
Can brushing extra hard right before my appointment hide a few months of skipped flossing?
We appreciate the effort, but a same-day scrub won’t undo months of buildup from a trained eye, tartar below the gumline doesn’t come off with a toothbrush no matter how hard you go at it. The good news is you don’t need to fake it, we’re not here to judge your flossing streak, just to help you build a routine you’ll actually stick with.
Do you see patients of all ages?
Yes, both our Lakewood and Littleton offices see patients from first cleanings through adult and senior care. Family dentistry is often where new patients start before exploring cosmetic or restorative treatment.
Do you accept my dental insurance?
We work with most major dental insurance providers, and our team verifies your specific coverage before your appointment so there are no billing surprises. For patients without insurance or facing a bigger treatment plan, we also offer payment options like pay-over-time financing with no hard credit check and 0% APR options, detailed on our Financial Options page.
What happens if you find something unexpected during my appointment?
You’ll hear about it clearly and know your options right away, since our team covers everything from general and restorative care to cosmetic and specialty treatment under one roof. That means most issues can be handled without bouncing you to an outside referral, and nothing gets decided without you understanding it first.
The Smile You Stop Worrying About Starts Here
The right dentist isn’t the one with the fanciest equipment in the lobby, it’s the one you actually trust enough to keep showing up for, appointment after appointment, for years. That’s what Emerald Dental has built for patients across the Denver metro area, with the same honest, unhurried standard of care whether you choose our Lakewood or Littleton office. If you’re looking for a dentist near you who explains everything, respects your time, and treats your whole family like their own, this is it, and the only thing left between here and a healthier smile is booking the visit.