WELCOMING ENGLEWOOD PATIENTS • OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Star Dental welcomes Englewood patients looking for a dental office open seven days for children and adults. Visit us at 1490 S Sheridan Blvd, Unit 102, Denver, CO 80232, with free onsite parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
LOCAL VISIT PLANNING
A person without urgent symptoms may need a new-patient examination, preventive visit or consultation about an existing treatment plan. Someone with intense pain, swelling, trauma or a broken tooth needs a different kind of appointment. Describing the main concern when calling helps the team reserve an appropriate amount of time and explain whether recent records or X-rays may be useful.
Parents can ask about age-appropriate visits for children, preventive guidance, X-rays when clinically indicated and treatment recommendations when decay or another problem is found. Adults may need preventive, restorative, emergency, denture or surgical evaluation. The office’s family approach means different generations can use the same practice, but every patient receives an individual examination and treatment plan.
Weekend hours are helpful for families whose weekday schedules are full. Call ahead for the latest schedule and the appointment type you need. Patients with rapidly worsening symptoms should call promptly so the team can help determine the next step.
DENTAL SERVICES
MAKING AN INFORMED CHOICE
Routine examinations look for tooth decay, gum inflammation, broken restorations, bite problems and other findings that may not be obvious at home. A cleaning recommendation depends on gum health and the amount of buildup. A patient with signs of periodontal disease may need a different cleaning approach than someone with healthy gums.
Urgent appointments concentrate on the immediate complaint and diagnosis. A dentist may need an examination and X-ray before discussing whether a tooth can be restored, needs root canal treatment, should be extracted or requires specialty care. Local anesthetic may be part of treatment when appropriate, while sedation and specialty services are separate considerations.
Follow-up visits may be necessary after a procedure, denture delivery or treatment that requires several stages. Before choosing Star Dental from Englewood, ask whether the expected treatment is likely to involve several visits so you can plan transportation, work and family responsibilities realistically.
URGENT DENTAL CONCERNS
Call the office when symptoms are severe, changing quickly or interfering with normal activity. Staff can discuss current dental availability, but they cannot diagnose the cause by telephone. Life-threatening symptoms require emergency medical services rather than a dental-office visit.
BENEFITS, LANGUAGE AND ACCESS
Health First Colorado Medicaid is accepted, and many PPO plans are also welcome. Coverage is not identical for every service, age or plan. The team verifies benefits and can discuss known patient responsibility after a treatment recommendation is developed. Examination and diagnostic images may be separate from the cost of a procedure.
Spanish-speaking staff can help Englewood patients with scheduling and benefit questions. Patients should still share preferred language and communication needs when calling so the team can plan the visit appropriately. Clear explanations are part of informed dental care.
VISITING STAR DENTAL
New patients should bring photo identification, insurance or Medicaid details, medication information and the name of any recent dental office that holds relevant records. A parent or guardian should accompany a child when consent is required. Arriving 10–15 minutes early gives time for registration without reducing the clinical portion of the appointment.
For an urgent appointment, write down when the problem began, what makes it better or worse, and whether swelling, fever, drainage or trauma occurred. Do not place aspirin against a tooth or gum. Bring any displaced crown, filling fragment or broken denture piece in a clean container.
INSIDE STAR DENTAL
Preview our welcoming reception area and modern treatment rooms before your visit.
DENTIST AT STAR DENTAL
Dr. Menina provides general dental care for children and adults with an emphasis on clear explanations and conservative treatment when clinically appropriate. Learn about her education, leadership experience and approach to care on her profile.
PATIENT QUESTIONS
Englewood patients are welcome at 1490 S Sheridan Blvd, Unit 102, Denver, CO 80232. Use the directions link for the best current route.
Yes. Star Dental is normally open Friday through Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call first because appointment and emergency availability can change.
Yes. Star Dental provides family dentistry for children and adults. Each person receives an individual examination, and coordinated appointment times depend on current scheduling.
The office can discuss current urgent availability. The dentist will diagnose the problem and explain what care can be completed that day and whether follow-up is needed.
RELATED LOCAL GUIDES
Ask about current appointments, urgent availability, Medicaid or insurance verification, or help in Spanish.
