Dr. Louisa Isabelle Gallegos, D.D.S.,M.S.D.
ProsthodonticsNPI: 1215141643
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About This Provider
Dr. Louisa Gallegos is a prosthodontist in Denver with 19 years of experience creating beautiful, healthy smiles through dental implants, smile makeovers, and full-mouth reconstructions. A fifth-generation Colorado native, Dr. Gallegos earned her dental degree from the University of Colorado and completed specialized training at the University of Washington, where she was the first woman accepted into her prestigious program. She believes in treating the whole patient—not just teeth—by considering your lifestyle, health, and personal goals in every treatment plan. Dr. Gallegos is recognized with multiple awards for excellence in restorative dentistry and teaches the next generation of dentists at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry. She is accepting new patients and is here to help you achieve the healthy, confident smile you deserve.
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Education & Training
- University of Colorado School of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) (1983)
- University of Southern Colorado - Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Mathematics
- University of Washington School of Dentistry - Fixed Prosthodontic program with emphasis in periodontal prosthetics - Master of Science (MSD) (1986)
Credential: D.D.S.,M.S.D.
NPI registered: 05/09/2007
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Professional Memberships
- Seattle Study Club
- Spear Study Club
- ITI Study Club
Awards & Recognition
- Academy of Operative Dentistry for Outstanding Achievement in Operative Dentistry
- Quintessent Book Award for Outstanding Excellence in the Discipline of Restorative Dentistry
- Ken Grove Award for Excellence in Restorative Dentistry
- Colorado Prosthodontic Society Award for Outstanding Senior Student in the field of Prosthodontics
Beyond the Office
Part-time teaching at University of Colorado School of Dentistry
Director of Advanced General Dentistry program (3 years)
Mentors other dentists
Donates services to Dentistry for the Handicapped
Donates services to Dental Lifeline Network
Donates services to Everyone for Veterans
Donates services to Friends of Man
Donates services to Old Age Pensioners Fund
Donates services to Peer I (workforce reentry organization)
Fifth-generation Colorado native
Worked as a dental assistant and dental laboratory technician while in college
First woman accepted into the University of Washington School of Dentistry Fixed Prosthodontic program
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