Ken Allen, DDS

Cosmetic, Restorative, TMJ, and Sleep Dentist in Fort Collins, CO

Dr. Ken Allen is a dentist at Espire Dental Fort Collins who has served the Fort Collins community for more than 25 years. He is known for combining advanced clinical training with a compassionate, experience-focused approach to care, with a strong emphasis on function, comfort, and long-term oral health.

Clinical Focus and Advanced Training

Dr. Allen has completed more than 1,500 hours of continuing education since graduating from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. His advanced training includes:

• TMJ disorders and bite relationships
• Comprehensive dental rehabilitation and full-mouth treatment planning
• Dental treatment for sleep apnea
• Cosmetic and restorative dentistry

He is also a:

• Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
• Graduate of the Kois Center
• Scholar in the Dawson Academy
• Qualified Dentist in the American Academy of Sleep Dentistry
• Member of the Larimer County Dental Association and Colorado Dental Association

This extensive training supports his ability to evaluate not just individual teeth, but the entire system of the mouth, including bite, jaw function, airway, and long-term stability.

Technology and Comprehensive Care

Dr. Allen uses advanced diagnostic and treatment technology to support precise, data-driven care, including:

• CBCT 3D digital imaging
• T-Scan occlusal analysis system
• CariVu infrared imaging

These tools allow for a more detailed understanding of each patient’s oral health and help guide comprehensive treatment planning.

He is particularly focused on patients seeking long-term dental relationships and comprehensive care, especially those who want to improve function, esthetics, and overall comfort.

A detailed, relationship-based approach to care

Dr. Allen takes a highly detailed and thorough approach to diagnosis and treatment planning. Following a comprehensive exam, patients often comment that it is the most thorough evaluation they have ever experienced.

His philosophy reflects his broader view of dentistry:

“The way we practice dentistry changes lives. We do not simply fix or clean teeth, we improve lives by establishing and maintaining optimum function, esthetics, and comfort.”

While Dr. Allen primarily works with adults, he also sees children. He is happy to evaluate patients of any age, though younger or anxious children requiring restorative care are typically referred to a pediatric specialist to ensure the best experience.

Credentials and Recognition

Dr. Allen is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, an achievement earned by only a small percentage of dentists in the United States. He has also been named a 5280 Magazine Top Dentist every year since 2008, an 18-year consecutive recognition voted on by dental specialists.

What Patients May Appreciate About Dr. Allen

Patients seeking an experienced Fort Collins dentist often value Dr. Allen’s meticulous approach, depth of training, and commitment to lifelong learning. He is known for being thorough, thoughtful, and highly precise, while also creating a supportive and comfortable experience.

He also speaks Spanish and Portuguese fluently, which has supported his work on humanitarian dental missions serving underserved international communities.

Outside the Office

Outside dentistry, Dr. Allen enjoys winter weather, hot chocolate, and time with his wife and six children, as well as his four grandchildren. He is active in his church and serves on the Rigden Farms Master HOA board.

At Espire Dental Fort Collins, Dr. Allen brings together advanced training, long-standing experience, and a comprehensive, relationship-based approach to patient care.