About Arapahoe Dental

Comprehensive dental care, led by one doctor in Boulder

Prosthodontic, implant, and everyday dental care — planned and delivered by Dr. Luciano Retana.

Arapahoe Dental is a single-doctor practice in Boulder, Colorado. Luciano Retana, DDS, plans and completes every case himself — from routine cleanings to implants — so your care stays consistent from start to finish.

Arapahoe Dental office in Boulder, Colorado
Dr. Luciano Retana
Dr. Luciano Retana, prosthodontist
Our Mission

Care thought through, planned, and built to last

We measure success in years, not appointments. Every plan is built around your long-term health — fewer redos, better-fitting restorations, and outcomes designed to hold up over time.

Precision over volume

We take the time each case needs. Careful planning and lab-level detail come before speed.

One doctor, start to finish

The same hands plan, prepare, and deliver your treatment — nothing is lost in a handoff.

Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at MIS Symposium, Korea
Our Values

What guides our work

A few principles shape every decision we make at Arapahoe Dental.

Accountability

When one doctor owns your care from start to finish, there is no question about who stands behind the result.

Craftsmanship

Lab training informs every restoration — we care how things fit, function, and look up close.

Honesty

We explain your options plainly, recommend only what you need, and tell you what to expect.

Continuity

You build a relationship with one dentist who knows your history and your goals.

Your Doctor

Meet Luciano Retana, DDS

A third-generation dentist, prosthodontist, and certified dental technician. Training includes the University of Buenos Aires, Louisiana State University, and NYU, with continued international teaching on implant and esthetic rehabilitation. Every case is led personally from first consultation through final restoration.

  • Dentist (DDS), Prosthodontist (MS), and Lab-certified Technician (CDT)
  • Third-generation dentist
  • International lecturer on implant and esthetic care
Luciano Retana
Speaking & Lecturing

Teaching implant dentistry around the world

Dr. Luciano Retana lectures internationally on implant and esthetic dentistry, sharing his approach with clinicians across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at Dentsply Sirona World, Italy
Dentsply Sirona World, Italy
Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at Texas A&M University School of Dentistry
Texas A&M University School of Dentistry
Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at Winnipeg Dental Summit, Canada
Winnipeg Dental Summit, Canada
Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at MIS Symposium, Korea
MIS Symposium, Korea
Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at MIS Symposium, Mexico City
MIS Symposium, Mexico City
Dr. Luciano Retana speaking at Innovations in Full Arch, Charlotte
Innovations in Full Arch, Charlotte
Our Office

Our Office

Take a look inside our Boulder practice on Arapahoe Avenue — a calm, modern space built for comfortable, unhurried visits.

Arapahoe Dental office in Boulder, Colorado
Reviews

What Our Patients Say

Real stories from real patients — see what makes our care stand out across cleanings, cosmetic work, and complex restorations.

5/5

I have a lot of repeated past dentist trauma, including losing feeling in my face for months after a routine local anesthetic. I recently had to get a filling replaced and Dr. Retana was super patient with me and made the process as painless as possible. The staff here are also very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

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Cara W.
5/5

Highly recommend this dental office. I have a daughter at CU Boulder who had to be seen for a dental infection. They squeezed her in same day, despite her not having been an established client, for a brief 15 minutes, enough to get her on meds. Price was also very reasonable. Whole staff was very friendly, kind and professional. We already scheduled a follow-up. Definitely puts this out-of-State mom at ease knowing she is well taken care of.

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Annabelle B.
5/5

Spent an hour in the chair at Arapahoe Dental last week and 3.5 more hours there today getting various things done. The result was efficient, restorative, artful, and most of all, painless. I think this is the first time in 59 years of life that I find a practice where I won't lose sleep the night before a dental visit. What a relief! Thank you to all of the lovely professionals in the office. Recommend 100%!

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Nandy W.
5/5

I was just a walk in and felt immediately comfortable. Everyone is so genuinely nice and welcoming here. My new Dentist for sure. Highly recommend.

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Eric B.
5/5

Great office with expert, professional service. The team is very courteous and provided very fast and thoughtful replies to all of our questions. We want to give a special shout-out to Candace who is an expert in her job and was wonderful. We highly recommend this oral surgeon.

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Carla W.
4.9
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