Justin M. Smutz, DDS, FICOI
Dr. Justin M. Smutz has been serving the community of Arvada as a dentist for over 10 years, and he began practicing here right out of dental school! He received his undergraduate studies from the University of Colorado with a degree in molecular, cellular and developmental biology and later went on to graduate from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in 2012.
Dr. Smutz continues his education with over 70 hours of additional training every year, and he has received advanced instruction from the Misch Resnik Implant Institute, where he obtained a Fellowship in implantology, and a Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantology. In addition to having extensive cosmetic training, Dr. Smutz has also been awarded the Top Dentist title by 5280 Magazine for the past six years in a row.;
He is a proud member of:
- The Academy of General Dentistry
- The Colorado Dental Association
- The American Academy of Clear Aligners
- The Metro Denver Dental Society
- The Colorado Prosthodontic Society
- Fellow of the Misch Resnik Institute
- Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dr. Smutz’s goal as a dentist is to have the highest level of training, technology and dental lab equipment in one convenient location so any individual may receive the highest level of long-term dental care. He does this with confidence to provide a lifetime of smiles.
Dr. Smutz grew up in Arvada, and his family is well-integrated throughout the community. His wife, Sara, is a coach, mother and marathon runner who has run the Boston Marathon. They have three children who love soccer, basketball, running, football, camping and boating. When not at the office, Dr. Smitz enjoys summiting many of the fourteeners Colorado has to offer and exploring the Rocky Mountains in both the summer and winter by hiking, snowboarding, ATVing and snowmobiling. He is always up for a good woodworking project on the side as well.
Spencer Daley, DDS
Dr. Daley holds a Bachelor of Science in animal science from the University of Minnesota and earned his dental degree at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 2020. He is certified in facial BOTOX® and dermal filler treatments and pursues continuing education on a regular basis. He holds memberships in the American Dental Association®, the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and the Academy of General Dentistry. He makes his patients’ comfort and care his top priorities while he addresses their main dental concerns.
Dr. Daley’s family lives in southeastern Minnesota, and he tries to visit them as often as possible. He also enjoys baking, running and playing soccer, and hiking with his Australian Shepherd, Oliver.
Our Team
Dr. Justin Smutz and Dr. Spencer Daley would like to present our fantastic team! Experienced and genuine, our dental team takes pride in our work and loves serving our community through patient-focused care. We, along with our dentists, cultivate a lighthearted and comfortable atmosphere, where laughter and joy are shared between patients and team members. If you are looking for personalized dental care in Arvada, Colorado, call 303-422-0094 and schedule a visit to Smiles By Design!
Sarah
Dental Assistant
Sarah graduated from the dental assisting program at Warren Tech in 2004 and joined our office in April 2022. She brings positivity and professionalism to her job and makes patient comfort and safety her highest priorities. She is grateful to be a part of a close-knit team and to have the chance to work with her sister, Kayla.
Sarah is married to her wonderful husband Darryl. They have an amazing daughter, Annibellah and a sweet dog named Presley. Away from work, she looks forward to camping, hiking, traveling and trying new foods. She also enjoys helping her husband restore old cars.
Debbie
Registered Dental Hygienist
Debbie became a part of our practice in 2016. She graduated summa cum laude and valedictorian from the dental hygiene program at the University of New Mexico in 2000, and she was in the Golden Key International Honour Society. Debbie has been a clinical instructor and has volunteered at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute and the Memory Care Center for Alzheimer’s patients.
At our dental practice, she loves how we always treat our patients like family members. Communication with our patients is always a priority and the consistency of the staff and longevity of the employees make the patients feel comfortable. Debbie contributes to the success of our office by using her education as a clinician in dental hygiene to provide better care for our patients. She tries to keep a close relationship with all our patients and develop trusting relationships during treatments.
Debbie moved to Arvada, Colorado, over nine years ago. She is married to a wonderful husband that serves and protects our community and has three amazing children that keep her busy with sports. They also have three golden retrievers that will do anything for treats! Her hobbies include working at her second job staging homes, baking, cooking New Mexican food, working out, walking her dogs, fishing and watching movies.
Kimberly
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kimberly joined our practice in July of 2021. She graduated from Carrington College of California with a degree in dental hygiene in 2010. Kimberly loves coming to work at her job and especially loves all the members of our dental team who make Smiles By Design a family friendly, fun-loving environment.
She contributes to our practice by utilizing her specialized patient-care techniques. She treats each patient based upon their individualized needs and believes that her care and patience with each patient helps promote a successful practice that patients enjoy coming to.
Kimberly is married to her husband, Michael, and they have three children: a daughter and two sons. She loves spending time with her little boys on the weekend at all of their sporting events, including basketball, baseball and soccer games.
Jen
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
We welcomed Jen to our practice in September of 2006. She graduated from the Pima Medical Institute dental assistant certificate program in 2004 and has CEREC Primescan training. She is an Invisalign® clear aligner coordinator, a Zoom teeth whitening coordinator and our removable prosthesis specialist.
Jen loves everything about our practice and feels that the energy and culture is unmatched! Every day is a day full of laughter, and the doctor invests in our training and learning opportunities as well as our health and mental well-being. Dr. Justin cares about the best interests of everyone he encounters! We have so many patients that we just adore and care about like family! Jen’s favorite thing is when a patient is done with treatment, and they are crying happy tears about how much their lives have changed with having a happy, healthy smile. She is cross-trained throughout the office and loves being a dental assistant that helps our practice succeed by being a bubbly, upbeat person we can rely on.
Jen has been married to her husband, Wiley, for 18 years and they have a 12-year-old daughter. She enjoys reading when she can find the time and looks forward to meeting new people and helping them change their lives with a beautiful, happy, healthy smile!
Stacey
Dental Assistant
Stacey became a part of our practice over 20 years ago! She graduated with honors from Front Range Community College before joining our office. Stacey loves the feeling of family we have here and our team’s love for our patients. We have had generations of families coming to us for years, and Dr. Smutz treats every one of our patients like family too. Stacey contributes to our success by trying to bring a positive attitude and energy every day. She is grateful to work with such wonderful, caring people.
Stacey is blessed to have been married since 1982. She has two children and now two grandchildren. When not with us, she enjoys walking trails, going to parks and spending time with her family and friends
Holly
Front Office Administrator
We are happy to have had Holly as part of our practice since September of 2002. She gained her dental assisting degree from Pima Medical Institute before coming to our office. Holly loves our great team! Working with them is fun every day, and she enjoys how everyone is committed to patient care and making them feel welcome and comfortable. We have a lot of fun with our patients. Holly contributes to our success through scheduling, which is the key to a successful day for our patients and our team. She works hard to keep the day flowing, with laughter and good times mixed into our excellent dentistry.
She and her husband, Roger, have children that have grown into amazing adults. They now have the joy of grandchildren, who are the light in their lives. Holly’s hobbies include camping, traveling to visit her children, crafting, playing games and coloring with the grandkids!
Anna Marie
Front Office Administrator
Anna Marie became a part of our office in May of 2005 and graduated from the dental assisting program at Warren Tech Central. She loves being a part of this office because of the patients. Forming relationships with them over the years makes them feel like family. Anna Marie contributes her fun and outgoing personality to the office and loves working with our patients and her coworkers.
Anna Marie has been married to her husband for four years. They have three children and one on the way, which makes home a fun, busy house these days! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids, riding horses, and hiking.
Kayla
Front Office Administrator
Kayla joined us in May of 2022. She attended Warren Tech Central, where she received her dental assisting degree. She is excited to be part of a small, but growing, practice and is looking forward to building relationships with our patients and seeing their smiles transform throughout their treatment. Kayla helps us succeed by helping in any way she can, and she loves interacting with our patients!
When away from the office, Kayla enjoys going on adventures with her husband, trying new restaurants, camping, hiking and traveling.