Superior sits at one of the most convenient intersections on the Front Range. US-36 connects the community directly to Boulder in under 15 minutes, which means the distance between a Superior address and one of Boulder County’s most established dental practices is smaller than most residents assume. That short commute has become a meaningful factor for families who have discovered that proximity to a mediocre practice is not better than a brief drive to an exceptional one.
Alber Dental Studio has served patients across Boulder County and the Front Range for more than 26 years. Dr. Marc Alber, DDS, and Dr. Lauren Llorente, DDS, lead a practice built around comprehensive family dentistry at every life stage, supported by a fee-for-service model that prioritizes clinical outcomes over insurance plan limitations. Dr. Alber holds membership in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Spear Faculty membership, reflecting a career-long investment in clinical excellence. With 735+ five-star reviews on Google, the practice has earned the trust of patients from Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, and across the Boulder area.
What Superior Patients Find at Our Boulder Practice
Superior’s growth has brought in a patient base that expects more from their healthcare providers, including their dental team. What patients find at Alber Dental Studio is a practice built around that expectation. Our office includes dental technology that includes a digital iTero scanner, intraoral cameras, and digital X-rays that sharpen diagnostic accuracy and give patients a clear picture of their own oral health before any treatment discussion begins.
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Oral Health Data and Reports, oral disease patterns across Colorado show how often preventable conditions escalate when care gets deferred. Consistent preventive care and a dental relationship built on trust are the most effective tools for staying ahead of those patterns.
Same-Day Crowns Without the Wait
Our CEREC system designs and mills a permanent porcelain crown chairside in a single appointment, eliminating the temporary restoration and the return visit that traditional crown procedures require. For Superior patients managing full calendars, that time savings is real. One appointment, one trip to Boulder, and the restoration is complete.
CEREC crowns are fabricated from high-quality ceramic matched precisely to your surrounding teeth. The result is durable, natural-looking, and placed without waiting on an outside lab. Superior patients who have been putting off a crown because of the time involved will find that same-day care removes the most common reason for delay.
A Full Range of Services for Superior Families
Our practice covers the full scope of dental needs that Superior households bring to the chair, from routine preventive care to complete restorations, in a single location. Services available at our Boulder office include:
- Cosmetic dentistry, including porcelain veneers, Invisalign, professional teeth whitening, composite bonding, and smile makeovers
- Same-day dental crowns designed, milled, and placed chairside with no temporary and no return visit
- Restorative care covering dental implants, bridges, fillings, gum disease treatment, dentures, and full mouth reconstruction
- Sedation dentistry and dental anxiety relief for patients who need additional support before or during any procedure
- Preventive care, including comprehensive exams, professional cleanings, oral cancer screenings, and fluoride treatments for all ages
Three bilingual Spanish-speaking team members are on staff, and comfort amenities including noise-canceling headphones, blankets, and paraffin hand waxing are available to every patient. The experience is designed to make dental care something Superior families want to continue, not something they tolerate.
The Fee-for-Service Difference
As a fee-for-service practice, Alber Dental Studio recommends treatment based entirely on what your oral health requires, not on what your insurance plan will reimburse. We work with all insurance plans to support patient reimbursement. For Superior patients without coverage, our in-office membership plan provides access to preventive services and meaningful discounts on additional treatments. CareCredit, Cherry, and Altheon financing options are also available.
Sedation Dentistry for Patients Who Need It
Dental anxiety keeps more people out of the chair than any other factor. Alber Dental Studio offers sedation dentistry options designed to help patients remain calm and comfortable throughout their visit. Dr. Alber holds a conscious sedation permit, providing a level of clinical oversight that many general dental offices cannot match. For Superior patients who have avoided the dentist for years because of anxiety, sedation care makes it possible to complete necessary treatment in fewer appointments with considerably less stress.
Frequently Asked Questions From Superior Patients
How far is Alber Dental Studio from Superior, CO?
Most Superior patients reach our Boulder office in 10 to 15 minutes via US-36. It is one of the most direct connections between the two communities.
Does Alber Dental Studio accept dental insurance?
We are a fee-for-service practice and do not participate in insurance networks. We work with all plans to help patients submit for reimbursement, and we offer an in-office membership plan for patients without coverage.
What is a CEREC same-day crown?
A CEREC crown is a permanent porcelain restoration designed, milled, and placed in a single appointment using chairside CAD/CAM technology. There is no temporary crown and no return visit required.
Do you offer sedation for anxious patients?
Yes. Dr. Alber holds a conscious sedation permit and we offer sedation options for patients who experience dental anxiety. Our team walks you through the process at your consultation.
Do you have Spanish-speaking staff?
Yes. Three members of our team are fluent in Spanish, and Dr. Lauren Llorente is also fluent. We serve Spanish-speaking patients fully in their preferred language.
What financing options are available?
We offer financing through CareCredit, Cherry, and Altheon. Our in-house membership plan is also available as an alternative to traditional dental coverage.
Schedule Your First Visit at Alber Dental Studio
Dr. Marc Alber brings more than 26 years of clinical experience to every appointment, backed by membership in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and Spear Faculty membership. Dr. Lauren Llorente trained at the University of Colorado and completed advanced residency at LSU, bringing clinical depth and fluency in Spanish to the team. Together, they lead a practice that has earned 735+ five-star reviews from patients across the Front Range.
Superior patients who are ready to make the short drive to Boulder are welcome to request an appointment online. Same-day emergency appointments are available for urgent dental needs.
