About Montrose Family Dental
Montrose Family Dental has been providing quality-driven dental care in Montrose, CO since 2002. Our dental team has over 65 years of combined experience. We take pride in our community involvement and mission to not just create a better dental practice but better community. Our goal is to create a dental home that is comforting, caring and able to accomplish all your dental health goals. By providing routine maintenance, beautiful cosmetic dentistry like cosmetic whitening, corrective treatment options such as Invisalign® and emergency care we are here for all your dental health needs. We offer same-day appointments and are well equipped to handle dental emergencies. If you are experiencing a dental emergency call us now or check our Emergency page for more information. Learn more about our team and how we create the ideal patient experience with you in mind!
Our Team
One of our greatest assets at Montrose Family Dental is our experienced and friendly team including Dr Daniel K Drakulich. As dental professionals we take pride in the additional training and countless hours of advanced education we have completed and continue to pursue. We know that this is important not only to keep up with the latest advances in technical dentistry, but also to facilitate patient comfort through excellent communication.
We feel that a truly beneficial relationship can only be formed with open two-way communication. We strive to learn how each patient likes to give and receive important information to achieve healthy outcomes. This attention to detail allows a comfortable dental experience for all patients.
Our dedicated and motivated team has one primary goal—your utmost comfort! We feel it’s important that you understand the treatment that you’ll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. We are eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care so please contact us with any questions!
Serving Montrose for over 23 years!
Eight Years of Smiles & Success
We’re honored to be recognized as “Best of the Valley” by the Montrose Daily Press for the eighth year in a row. Thank you for placing your trust in our team and allowing us to continue serving the community with quality dental care.
Dr. Dan Drakulich
Dentist
Dr. Daniel K. Drakulich was born in the midwest and raised in Washington State. After attending undergraduate school at Eastern Washington University, he returned to the mid-west for his dental degree at Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Drakulich was awarded a Health Professional Scholarship through the US Army while attending Marquette. Upon graduation in 1999, Dr. Dan served for three years in the US Army at various duty stations. His first year in the Army, he participated in an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. This included additional training in all the dental specialties. After completing service to his country he came to Colorado and took over Montrose Family Dental Center in 2002 where he continues to pursue his passion for advanced dentistry.
In 2011 he married Mary, from Castle Rock, Colorado who moved to the Western Slope making Montrose her home. They now have 3 children, Easton, Elle and Grey. Dr. Dan has his private pilot license and is an avid outdoorsman. A few things he enjoys are: hiking, archery hunting, flying, camping, fly-fishing and skiing.
Community Involvement
Dr. Dan takes time to give back to his community through donations and volunteering. Some of the organizations he volunteers with are the Civil Air Patrol, Boys Fly-Fishing and Faith, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, Relay for Life, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Life Choices, Sharing Ministries, Grace Center, Grace Community Church, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Montrose High School Sports Programs and Arts, Colorado West Christian School, Focus on the Family, Sonrise Mountain Ranch, Black Canyon Triathlon, and Warrior Resource Center (Veterans).
Education & Credentials
Since his graduation from Marquette Dr. Dan has made continuing education a top priority. He believes that maintaining skills, improving his techniques and expanding his knowledge are necessary for his patients to achieve their best results. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, Western Colorado Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Equilibration Society and LD Pankey Alumni Association. His commitment to continuing education was honored during the summer of 2009 when he was awarded the prestigious Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Drakulich has spent countless hours, and continues to do so in local study clubs and studying at the renowned Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida where he has completed all fundamental courses and additional aesthetic training. Dr. Drakulich is expertly trained in dental implants and is certified by Q-Implant In Vivo, Trinon Collegium Practicum, and the White Cap Institute. The White Cap Institute has been trusted by leading dental implant professionals across the United States since 2005.
Please contact Montrose Family Dental for an appointment or even just for a meet and greet with Dr. Dan.
Courtney
Back Office Lead/Dental Assistant
My name is Courtney and I am the Patient Coordinator and Dental Assistant at our office. I work in both the front office and also chair side assist Dr. Dan.
I am happily married and my husband and I enjoy the Colorado lifestyle. While we don’t have children yet we have enough animals to keep us busy! I enjoy horseback riding, camping, fishing, archery and barrel racing.
What I enjoy most at our office is patient care and on-boarding new patients into the practice. Also, all of my team members are such hard workers, I feel blessed to be one of them! I have been able to grow both personally and professionally in my time here and I look forward to each new experience.
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Courtney is an enormous asset to the overall function of the practice. I can’t tell you how many times a day I hear “Wow Dr. Dan, that Courtney is SO nice”. She has a knack for making patients feel very comfortable while providing excellent care. Courtney’s role in the office is ever-expanding. I am so proud of her transition from Hygiene Assistant to New Patient Coordinator/Dental Assistant, she is dependable and hardworking and I have loved watching her expand her talents, she is the perfect friendly face to coordinate new patients while making established patients feel at ease.”
Shania
Dental Assistant
Hi, my name is Shania and I am a Dental Assistant at Montrose Family Dental.
I am Colorado born and raised! In my free time I enjoy hunting, camping, fishing, paddle boarding, and softball.
I enjoy working at MFD because of the amazing team I am a part of! I also enjoy assisting chair- side with Dr. Dan to ensure our patients get the best treatment, personalized to meet their individual needs. Everyday I learn something new about dentistry. I couldn’t be more grateful for the knowledge and experience this job has provided me.
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Shania has learned so incredibly much in such a short amount of time. She came to our office with no dental experience, but now could easily be considered a veteran in the dental field. She has impressed me so much with how quickly she picks up a variety of tasks and delivers impeccable patient care. She has become an incredibly valuable addition to our team and our patients are so lucky to be recipients of her care and skill.”
Hollee
Registered Dental Hygienist
My career began in Tucson, AZ but after several visits to Colorado and falling in love with Montrose my family and I decided to leave the desert and settle here in 2013. It has been a wonderful decision! My husband and 2 boys love the outdoors and the endless opportunities to explore new things. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, bicycling, volleyball and softball.
What I love about practicing hygiene with Dr. Dan and the team is that I am able to combine my passion for serving patients with cleanings and provide instruction that helps improve their dental health. It is wonderful to work with a team so dedicated to patients overall well being.
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Hollee is our Registered Dental Hygienist and joined our team from Arizona, where she received her hygiene training and education. Hollee is passionate about dental hygiene and it really shows. Patients continually comment how thorough Hollee is! I consider our hygiene department to be a very strong and integral part of our team. Hollee is part of “Team Hygiene” and will help ensure your foundation for your teeth is both happy and healthy!”
Tracy
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hello, my name is Tracy and I am a Registered Dental Hygienist with Montrose Family Dental.
I am originally from Ellensburg, Washington, where I studied and practiced dental hygiene for 14 years. Over the last two years, my family and I often traveled to Montrose for vacations and quickly realized this was home. My husband, three kids and I love camping, fishing, motorcycling, and hiking. On any given weekend you can find us enjoying the outdoors. We are excited to be living in such an incredibly beautiful state.
I am honored to be a part of Montrose Family Dental. The team is not only kind, but also committed to giving the best care possible to each and every patient. My patients are the reason I love being a hygienist. I enjoy getting to know each of them and giving them the care they need and deserve.
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Tracy comes to our office with a great level of experience and has fit right in providing excellent patient care. She has done a wonderful job working into the flow of our office and learning our protocols. This can be a challenge coming from another office, but I feel Tracy’s attitude and professionalism have made the transition very smooth. Early on I could tell Tracy was a skilled and efficient clinician and a wonderful fit for our team. I’m sure when you meet Tracy you will know immediately that she will take excellent care of you and your family!”
Brynli
Hygiene Assistant
Hi , my name is Brynli I am the dental hygiene assistant at Montrose Family Dental.
I am originally from Moab, Utah but love living in Montrose and all it has to offer as a community! I am studying to be a Registered Dental Hygienist. Outside of work I love spending quality time with my family, friends and fiancé. I also enjoy being outdoors, hunting, camping, being on the boat. Colorado is the perfect place to thrive in my career and in the outdoors!
The thing I enjoy most about working at MFD is the friendly environment and the amazing team I have been blessed to work with. Every single team member works together to provide the best care for all of our patients! I am so excited to continue to gain more experience to help further my career here at MFD!
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Brynli joined our office with little dental experience but a clear aspiration for a career in dentistry. She brings a strong work ethic and the drive to succeed in anything she pursues. She learns quickly, making her an incredible asset to both our patients and our team. I truly enjoy watching Brynli’s continued growth and look forward to seeing her expand her skills in different areas of the office. With her genuine desire to help and serve others, I know she will be a superstar in any role she takes on here.”
Andrea
Front Office Lead Administrative Assistant
Hi my name is Andrea and I am the Lead Front Office Administrator for Montrose Family Dental. I am the friendly voice you will usually hear over the phone and the first person you will usually see when you come into our office. I also work in business operations and patient billing, working to advocate for patients with insurance benefits as well.
I have been in the healthcare field for 9 years as a pediatric dental assistant, phlebotomist and now an office administrator. I am happily married to my husband Luis. I was born and raised here on the western slope and love everything that Colorado has to offer. We keep ourselves busy exploring the outdoors. We enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and ATV riding.
What I love most about our office is working with an incredible group, learning new skills and continuing to evolve in the dental field. Helping our patients feel better and walk out feeling happy is my main goal. I love being part of this amazing team and feel extremely lucky to be part of this group!
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Andrea has hit the ground running since joining our practice. She came to our practice with pediatric dental knowledge and is continuously learning more about comprehensive dentistry for the entire family. She immediately has made us more efficient and is really helping streamline our practice policies which allows us to better serve our patients. Andrea always has a positive word and smile for our patients and team members!”
Camille
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Hello, my name is Camille. Whether I am at the front desk or assisting our hygienists, I’ll be there to greet you with a warm smile! My goal is to make your experience as smooth and pleasant as possible.
Outside of the office, I love spending time outdoors with my husky in this beautiful area I get to call home! We enjoy hiking and exploring together, you can always ask me about our latest adventures. One of my favorite hobbies is creating flower arrangements. To me, flowers represent beauty and growth. May the flowers in the office bring a little extra joy to your visit at Montrose Family Dental.
Working at Montrose Family Dental has been such an amazing experience because of the team I have the privilege of working with. I have gained great experience, and I’m always eager to keep learning.
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Camille started gaining dental experience as a hygiene assistant and has recently moved to work in the front office. Having that base knowledge of the clinical side of dentistry has really helped her transition to being a strong patient advocate in the front office. She will continue to learn and grow in her front office role, taking on more and more responsibilities. Our patients are lucky to have Camille on their side when it comes to helping navigate the business side of dentistry.”
Erin
Front Office Administrative Assistant
Hello, my name is Erin, and I am a front office administrative assistant at Montrose Family Dental.
I settled in Montrose after living in southern California to be closer to family. It was the perfect spot for me as I love the Colorado lifestyle! I like to take advantage of the hiking, camping and being in the outdoors as much as possible. If I’m not outside you’ll find me home snuggled up with a good book, or making my handmade wire wrapped jewelry.
Being part of this incredible team is such a treat and I’m learning so much about the dental industry. I look forward to serving our patients and making their experience with our office as pleasant as possible. I love developing relationships and really learning about all the families at the office!
Dr. Drakulich’s Note:
“Erin joined our office with no prior dental experience but brought a strong background in accounting and office administration. She is highly organized and has done an excellent job learning our systems while supporting patients at every step of their journey in our practice. Erin consistently maintains a positive attitude and goes above and beyond to ensure each patient has a great experience. It has been a joy to watch her continued growth and see her excel in the dental field.”