As a father, I understand the importance of choosing the best healthcare for my family. For my family, I seek out providers who understand the humanity of their patients, who treat with kindness and who are passionate about what they do. This passion for quality care inspired me to take ownership of a dental practice, ensuring that the level of care I value is accessible to anyone who seeks it out. In 2020, I was able to work with and eventually step in for a retiring dentist at a well-established dental office near my home in Highlands Ranch, CO. Today, my team and I are proud to share our passion for exceptional care by offering the latest advancements in dental care. Using cutting-edge digital technologies, including 3D x-rays, 3D printing and digital teeth scanning, we provide exceptional diagnostics, prevention, and restorative services in a welcoming and judgement-free setting.
When at Creighton University Dental School, the health sciences program centered its curriculum around the principle of Cura Personalis. The Latin phrase Cura Personalis means “care for the whole person”. It’s a simple, yet powerful concept that stuck with me as I developed on my own road of clinical practice. Providing healthcare is a deeply personal and unique responsibility. When healthcare is institutionalized or patients become data on a spreadsheet, quality care suffers. To say it differently, I don’t treat teeth, I treat people. I don’t treatment plan for a mouth, I develop a vision of health for and with a friend, our neighbor and a family member. To “care for the whole person”, I am guided by these core philosophies that form who we are as a practice today:
- We believe in a welcoming environment where all people are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
- We believe relationships are built on trust and we will maintain professionalism, courtesy, honesty and integrity.
- We believe in a collaborative approach to care, using interdisciplinary care to achieve predictable outcomes.
- We believe in the autonomy of our patients to make the best health decisions for treatment, provided they understand their options.
- We believe in creating and maintaining a safe place to work.
- We believe in lifelong learning and value continuing education for all team members.
If you’re seeking compassionate and personalized dental care in Highlands Ranch for you and your family, we would be honored to welcome you to our practice.
Sincerely,
Kyle O’Donnell DDS
Dr. Kyle O'Donnell, DDS
A 2012 graduate of Creighton University School of Dentistry, with a bachelor's in biology from the University of Portland in 2008, Dr. O’Donnell has always been passionate about both learning and service. He is a Faculty Club member of Spear Education and an Alumni Advisory Board member at Creighton. He was born and raised in Las Vegas as the youngest of five children, where he developed a strong sense of family and community from an early age. This background shaped his commitment to providing quality healthcare, which later became the foundation of his dental practice in Highlands Ranch. Outside of his professional life, Kyle is happily married to Betsy, a talented veterinarian splitting her time between Highlands Ranch and Parker, Colorado. Together, they have a son, James, and share their home with Harper, a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel. In their spare time, they all enjoy exploring the outdoors, skiing, hiking, and traveling to new destinations. These passions for adventure and family enrich his life and inspire the personalized, caring approach he brings to his practice.
- Colorado Dental Association
- Spear Education Faculty Club Member
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Metro Denver Dental Society
- Creighton University School of Dentistry Alumni Advisory Board
- Metro Denver Dental Society
Tina
Tina’s love for helping others is apparent as soon as you walk through the door of Alpine Vista Dental. She greets every patient with a comforting and genuine smile. Tina has worked in the dental field for many years, following a long career as a registered nurse. She is extremely knowledgeable in the many insurance plans available and is a guide for our patients to navigate the insurance world. She is always ready and eager to help you understand your individual plan and to get the most out of your benefits. Outside of work Tina enjoys spending time on the beach with her husband Mike, playing with her two fearsome and brave dogs Cujo (8lbs) and LaLita (5 lbs) and baking delicious cakes! She also has a ‘67 Chevy Camaro that she hopes to get back on the road soon. Tina has been a part of Dr. O’Donnell’s team since 2020. When she is not taking care of patients, LaDonna enjoys hiking, camping and biking with her husband JD and spending time with their daughter Mariah, who studies at CSU in Ft. Collins. Her favorite places to travel and sightsee are right at home in Colorado, Bishops Castle being top of the list. She also stays very busy with her family’s horse boarding facility in Parker, CO. Here, you can also find donkeys, alpacas and a llama!
Angel
Angel, a Colorado native, graduated from Front Range Community College in 1997 and began her dental career in Endodontics. After two years, she discovered her passion for cosmetic dentistry as she grew her skillset in creating beautiful lasting restorations. She finds continuing education refreshes and reignites her passion for dentistry. Outside of work, Angel enjoys the outdoors, especially camping and exploring the mountains. She has a yellow lab named Rico that is her shadow. He loves it when Angel takes him for car rides and would do literally anything to have Angel throw his ball for him. She also enjoys hunting with her brother and attending concerts with her husband and daughter. Angel started working with Dr. O'Donnell in 2017 and has been an invaluable member of the Alpine Vista Dental team since 2023.
LaDonna Langley, RDH
Following her five-year career as a dental assistant, LaDonna pursued her degree in Dental Hygiene from North Dakota State College of Science, graduating in 1991. She is passionate about continuing her education as a hygienist and staying up to date on new technology and any advancements in the dental world. As a patient of hers you can expect your questions and concerns to be heard and to receive thorough, yet gentle hygiene visits. LaDonna has worked alongside Dr. O’Donnell since the start of Alpine Vista Dental. When she is not taking care of patients, LaDonna enjoys hiking, camping and biking with her husband JD and spending time with their daughter Mariah, who studies at CSU in Ft. Collins. Her favorite places to travel and sightsee are right at home in Colorado, Bishops Castle being top of the list. She also stays very busy with her family’s horse boarding facility in Parker, CO. Here, you can also find donkeys, alpacas and a llama!
Elizabeth Hadley, RDH
Elizabeth’s passion for dentistry started on her first day as a dental assistant; she was 19 years old, eager to learn and excited for the new opportunity. After several years of assisting, she decided to advance her career and begin dental hygiene school. She graduated from the Community College of Denver in 2009 at the top of her class. Elizabeth is an active member of the Colorado Dental Hygiene Association and continues her education through online courses and in-person seminars. As a team member of Alpine Vista Dental, since June of 2022, she prides herself on making patients feel comfortable in the chair and helping them create healthy oral hygiene habits at home. In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her three children, Madison, Carter and Austin; attending classes at the local rowing gym; weekend trips in the Colorado mountains and cuddling with her pets, two orange tabby cats and two rescue dogs. On her “to-do” list is more international traveling, Japan and Norway being top of her list!
Katie Muehlberg, RDH
Katie, originally from Great Falls Montana, received her Dental Hygiene degree in 2015 from the University of Montana, in addition to a bachelor's in healthcare administration. She made the move to Colorado in 2018 with her three children, two sons and a daughter. Katie joined Dr. O’Donnell’s team in early 2024 and has been the perfect addition to our hygiene department. She enjoys getting to know her patients outside of the dental chair and will takes her time to understand their individual wants and needs. Growing up Katie developed a love of fly fishing, camping, hiking and exploring the outdoors. She enjoys traveling with her children, whether it be short weekend getaways or out of state destinations. So far Moab and the California coast are her favorites, with a trip to Greece hopefully coming soon. Katie just completed writing her first novel, a thriller!