Dr. James DeLapp

Dr. James DeLapp

Denver dentist Dr. James DeLapp is a third generation Colorado native. He attended the University of Northern Colorado for a Bachelors and Masters degrees in Biologic Science.. In 1982 Dr. DeLapp graduated from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry and entered private practice in the South Metro Denver area. Dr. DeLapp earned his second master in Science and at the University of Colorado at Colorado Spring in 1995.  This degree was in  Exercise Physiology. Most of his research was centered at the Olympic Training Center at the International Center of Aquatic Research (ICAR). In addition to dentistry,Dr. DeLapp coaches swimming and has coached world ranked swimmers.

Practicing what he teaches

Dr. James DeLapp is a Clinical Instructor at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine on a part time basis. At the University he teaches  Fixed Prostodontics (Dental crowns and Bridges), Operative Dentistry (dental fillings) as well as cosmetic dentistry(dental veneers and teeth whitening e.g.). In addition, Dr. DeLapp covers clinical dentistry for Junior and Senior Dental students as well as in the International Program. All doctors teach Fridays at the University and their dental practice is closed.

Minimal Sedation for Dentistry

Dr. James DeLapp has a minimal Sedation permit from the Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners.  The course work Dr. DeLapp took allow him to provide minimal sedation to his patients in the Denver Metro area.

Dr. James DeLapp’s Membership, Associations and Awards

Denver Dentist Dr. James DeLapp’s membership, associations and awards include:

  • “Alumni of the Year” University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine 2007
  • Distinguished Volunteer  Kids in Need of Dentistry (KIND)
  • American Dental Association
  • Colorado Dental Association (CDA)
  • Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS)
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
  • Past-President Colorado Dental Society of Anesthesiology
  • Pierre Fouchard Academy
  • Past-President University of Colorado School of Dentistry Alumni Association
  • Practice  Monitor Colorado State Board of Dental Examiners
  • Member Denver Implant Study Club
  • Member Invisalign Study Club
  • Past-General Chairman Colorado Swimming
  • Attends Las Vegas Institute

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Dr. DeLapp is married and practices with his wife Candace. Their daughter Sarah, attended Colorado State University where she majored in Biological Science. At CSU Sarah was a scholarship athlete for the Rams Swim team and earned All-Academic honors From the Mountain West Conference.  Dr. Parsons has graduated from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and has joined their South Denver area dental practice.