Arapahoe Orthodontics - Meet Dr. Debbie Michael

About the Doctor

Deborah J. Michael, D.D.S. , M.S.

Professional Memberships

American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
American Dental Association (ADA)
American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD)
Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
Colorado Dental Association (CDA)
Denver Chapter of the Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS)
Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity
University of Texas Dental Branch Alumni Association

Education

University of Texas at Houston Health Science Center Dental Branch

Master of Science

1995-1999

Graduate Certificate in Orthodontics

1993-1995

Doctor of Dental Surgery

1983-1987

United States Army Dental Activity at Fort Carson

Advanced Educational Program in General Dentistry/1 year

Evans Community Hospital, Colorado Springs, CO

1987-1988

State University of New York at Stony Brook

Bachelor of Science with Honors in Biological Sciences

Child Care and Family Studies Minor

1979-1983

Professional Experience

Private Practice Orthodontist

1995-present

United States Army Dental Corps Officer Active Reserves

1992-2007

Private Practice General Dentist

1990-1993

United States Army Dental Corps Officer-Active Duty

1987-1990

Awards Received

American Association of Women Dentists Award for Demonstrating

Academic Excellence and Outstanding Leadership

The Army Commendation Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces
Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Reserve
Components Overseas Training Ribbon

Community Activities

Kids In Need of Dentistry - Volunteer
The National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped - Volunteer
CPR Instructor
Speaker for Small Community Groups and Schools

Dr. Michael volunteers for humanitarian missions with the US Army Reserves

She spent time in Mongolia working with underpriviledged families.

Here she is in Mongolia where she stayed.

Working with a patient with a nurse from Mongolia.

Teaching the children about brushing and handing out toothbrushes.

Our Doctor's Philosophy

To promote the health and long term maintenance of the teeth and jaws, so that all of the natural teeth may be kept for a lifetime.

Early screening promotes the early detection of orthodontic problems and results in more effective treatment.

Adult orthodontics may prevent the loss of teeth and may improve one's ability to clean their teeth.

Beautiful smiles result in increased confidence and self-esteem.