Welcome to City Roots Dental
We can’t wait to see you!
Meet the dentists
Dr. Garrison & Dr. Janda
Friends for over a decade, sharing the experience of dental school and working together for six years in a community health clinic, Drs. Janda and Garrison have planted roots in their community.
From the moment you walk through the door of City Roots Dental, you will notice kindness, compassion, and a true sense of connection. Dr. Garrison and Dr. Janda welcome you to experience the friendly and comfortable atmosphere in their office. They look forward to meeting you - not only as a patient, but also as a neighbor.
Dr. cody garrison
From early childhood, Dr. Cody Guy Garrison has had a passion for practicing dentistry and performing as a concert pianist, and has dedicated his life to mastering both.
The child of a farming family in rural North Dakota, Dr. Garrison first became interested in dentistry after realizing that his childhood dentist was a central part of the community. For Dr. Garrison, developing relationships with neighbors was a natural inclination, as his hometown (with a population of 350 people) was tight-knit. Knowing that dentistry would allow him to help his neighbors reinforced in his mind that dentistry would be his future profession.
He received his bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Jamestown in North Dakota and then attended the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, graduating with a DDS. Upon graduation, he began practicing in a rural Colorado community health clinic before moving to Denver to practice as a staff dentist and later as the director of a community health clinic in the inner city. During his time in these clinics, Dr. Garrison saw firsthand the positive impact of a confident smile on a person’s life.
In order to ensure his patients receive the best care, Dr. Garrison actively seeks out courses that help him develop the new techniques and skills needed in this continuously changing profession. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the Colorado Dental Association, and the Metro Denver Dental Society.
The piano became a part of Dr. Garrison’s life at age of seven. He is fortunate enough to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally, performing with a wide range of musicians. Locally, some of his work includes serving as a collaborative pianist at the University of Denver, a pianist for Opera Colorado, and a recent performance of two piano concertos with the Boulder Symphony. He firmly believes that both music and dentistry allow the practitioner to develop his or her artistic side while improving the lives of others, and finds that the two blend perfectly.
When Dr. Garrison is not in the clinic treating his neighbors or practicing the piano for innumerable hours, he can be found on his road bike, at concerts, catching up with friends, or meandering aimlessly around the Highlands, enjoying a new podcast; he always welcomes suggestions on the new best band, most captivating new author, or the next great podcast. He has called the Sloan’s Lake neighborhood home for the past seven years and is looking forward to meeting many more of his neighbors in the years to come at City Roots Dental.
dr. carley janda
Dr. Carley Janda has always been intrigued by the human smile. She understands its ability to improve health and overall quality of life. She believes a confident smile, with its ability to elevate the energy in a room, is the most simple and powerful expression. With this belief in mind, Dr. Janda has devoted her professional and personal life to lifting the smiles of others.
After pursuing a Bachelor’s in Science at Creighton University, Dr. Janda earned her DDS at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She then completed the highly renowned General Practice Residency program at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. Since moving back to her home state, she has settled in the quaint neighborhood of Edgewater, a community that she proudly calls home. Dr. Janda knew the Sloan’s Lake community embraced all things important to her: diversity, small business appreciation, and a neighborly feel.
Dr. Janda began her career in the field as a Dental Assistant 21 years ago, though has been exposed to dentistry her whole life. Raised in a small town in Colorado, her father is a dentist. Perhaps it was fate - Dr. Janda fell in love with the delicacy and art of dentistry. Her path has been unique, with experiences as the dentist at Buena Vista Correctional Facility, volunteer dentist in rural Guatemala, resident dentist of complex dentistry in a hospital setting, and dual-staff dentist in a private practice and community health setting. Dr. Janda understands and appreciates the complexities dentistry offers, with her favorite part being each patient’s distinct individuality. With her diverse background, Dr. Janda looks forward to providing a different dental experience, customized just for you. She enjoys serving the people with whom she shares a grocery store.
Dr. Janda seeks consistent continued education with the following professional associations to ensure her and the team at City Roots Dental is always providing the latest, clinically-proven care:
- American Dental Association
- Colorado Dental Association
- Metro Denver Dental Society
- Spear Education
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Janda enjoys spontaneous bike rides and BBQs, local craft brews, camping and float trips (really, anything in the Colorado sunshine), experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and crafting (although admits that has tapered off since her Do-It-Yourself wedding). Dr. Janda married her wife on a goat farm in September of 2016 and they have two kiddos together, Otto and Iris Janda. Though plenty of hobbies, she admits spending Sundays at home with her family tops the list.
The office
On behalf of the entire team at City Roots Dental, we look forward to meeting you and your family.
City Roots Dental offers a full range of general, comprehensive, and specialized dental services in a relaxed setting. As a community-minded practice, we welcome you to stop by upon our opening and say hello. Let us show you the uniqueness of City Roots Dental.
In today’s world, it’s uncommon to establish an independently owned dental practice outside of the corporate umbrella. Dr. Garrison and Dr. Janda both hail from small towns and shared a dream of opening a family dental practice with a small town feel in their neighborhood.
Our Mission:
To provide customized, conservative dental care while fostering community with our neighbors.
Desirae Ruvalcaba, office manager
Desirae is a fourth-generation Colorado native who is married to her high school sweetheart, Ricardo. They have two kiddos, Dalilah and Baby Ricky, along with two fur babies!
Her hobbies include reading, cooking/baking, cruising around mountain trails and spending time with her family. She bleeds orange and blue as a die-hard Broncos fan and can watch Grease on repeat.
Des is your go-to girl for all scheduling and insurance questions, she really enjoys helping patients in any way she can with her 12+ years of experience.
Natalia Dane-Castro, Dental Assistant
Natalia is originally from the SF Bay Area but moved to Colorado 8 years ago. She has a background in the dental field as she grew up working in her dad’s dental office for fun. Natalia already has two dogs (Buddy and Daisy) and two cats (Tulip and Adeline) but has an obsession with super-senior dogs. On the weekends, Natalia and her boyfriend, Tyler, like to hang out at Wheat Ridge Lanes, go thrifting, and ride bikes with Tulip cruising in the basket + Buddy and Daisy running alongside.
As a dental assistant, she is dedicated to her patients and enjoys making their time in the chair easier with stories of randomness.
Lily Hynson, Dental Hygienist
A Portland, OR native with a passion for bright smiles and wagging tails. As a dental hygienist, Lily’s days are filled with helping people achieve their best oral health, while her evenings are spent exploring the great outdoors with her loyal canine companions. Whether hiking or simply enjoying a sunny day at the park, Lily blends her love for nature with her commitment to healthy, happy smiles.
Holly Julch, dEntal hygienist
Holly has over 12 years of experience cleaning smiles and spreading joy. When she’s not at City Roots, she’s busy keeping up with her wild son, Nico, and hanging with her husband, Jason, and their lazy, old cat, Mingus. Holly’s love for adventure takes her all over—whether she’s traveling to new places, laughing with friends, or enjoying playtime with Nico. Her zest for life keeps her on her toes, and her sunny personality is as bright as her patients’ teeth!
Amanda JOhnson, dEntal hygienist
Amanda is originally from Michigan, but has called Colorado home since she was 5 years old, growing up in Littleton. She still resides in Littleton with her husband, Ryan, her son, Jace, and two fur children.
She has been practicing dental hygiene since 2012, and loves every minute of it. Before joining the City Roots team, Amanda worked for 9 years at the very same office where she was a patient as a child. Her favorite part about her job is getting to see familiar faces on a regular basis and connecting with patients on a personal level. She is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal oral health and confident smiles!
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family. Together they enjoy building legos, playing video games, watching movies, and taking trips to Disney World - they are huge Disney nerds!
Annette Wasilewski, front office
Annette hails from a small town in Northern Illinois near the border of Wisconsin. She is the youngest of three and is the first member of her family to move out-of-state.
Annette initially pursued an education in human resources, but during her studies started working in a dental office and fell in love with helping patients improve their smiles and their lives.
At City Roots, she functions mainly at the front desk, but you can sometimes find her in the back assisting the doctors and other staff.
When not wearing many hats at the office, Annette enjoys reading, hiking, and playing with her “son” Malcolm (her goldendoodle).
Testimonials
"I have met several dentists in my life and Dr. G was by far the best. If you are looking for a fun, friendly, and super smart dentist, Dr. G and City Roots Dental should be your number one choice." M.H.
"I had a big fear of going to the dentist knowing I had a lot of work to do but Dr. Janda is the best! Dr. Janda is thorough, honest, and is genuinely interested in getting to know her patients. I will certainly be a loyal patient from here on out." - A.S.
"I work a crazy job and they were awesome with finding a time for me. I saw Dr. Janda and let me say she is was amazing. She is really nice, incredibly knowledgeable and has an amazing sense of humor." - W.P.
"Dr. Garrison is definitely one of the coolest and funniest dentists I've ever come across. Often times when I go to the dentist I feel like a child being lectured and belittled. Dr. Garrison doesn't do that. He gives constructive feedback without coming off harshly, and also tells me what I'm doing well. I am a City Roots lifer!" - E.W.
Contact
P: (720) 428-8916
E: info@cityrootsdental.com
Location
4433 W. 29th Ave, Suite #206
Denver, CO 80212
Hours
Mon, Tue: 9am-6pm
Wednesday: 7am-5pm
Thursday: 7am-4pm
Friday: 8am-2pm