Welcome to Kulkarni Orthodontics in Lakewood, CO!

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At Kulkarni Orthodontics, we help you smile with confidence! Since 2012, Dr. Lina Kulkarni Politano and our friendly team have proudly served the Lakewood community with exceptional, patient-driven orthodontic care. Dr. Kulkarni is a board-certified orthodontist who was raised right here in Lakewood, and she brings that deep sense of community and dedication into her practice and every patient relationship. Here you are treated like family - supported, heard, and cared for every step of the way. We work hard to make each visit comfortable, convenient, and even a little fun! Our goal is to provide unparalleled service, convenience, and results to each and every one of our patients. We want you to enjoy your journey to a beautiful and healthy smile!

Our mission is simple: deliver the highest standard of orthodontic care with warmth, integrity, and modern expertise. Whether your family is exploring early orthodontic treatment, airway-focused care, Invisalign clear aligners, or braces for any age, Dr. Kulkarni creates personalized treatment plans that help you achieve the healthy and confident smile you deserve.

We Use Cutting-Edge, Fully Digital Technology - No Goopy Impressions or Molds!

Dr. Kulkarni is dedicated to professional, modern orthodontic care. As a fully digital practice, we invest in advanced technology to make patient care smoother and more precise. Our iTero digital scanner eliminates the need for messy, goopy impressions so patients can enjoy quicker appointments, greater comfort, and highly accurate results that reflect the best in industry standards. Our digital workflow helps us plan treatment precisely and offer the most efficient, and seamless patient care from start to finish.

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Contact Our Office Today

Call us at 303- 238-1338 to schedule an appointment. Dr. Kulkarni and our team look forward to welcoming you and providing the best orthodontic experience for you and your family!

Be Bold. Be Proud. Smile with Confidence.

We can’t wait to welcome you into our family!

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Meet Dr. Kulkarni

As a board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Kulkarni provides high quality orthodontic care at her state-of-the-art practice and serves patients from all over the Denver-Metro area. Dr. Kulkarni and her staff make Kulkarni Orthodontics a positive environment for patients by giving patients individualized attention and treating every patient like family.

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Read What Our Happy Clients Have to Say!

Katy Jo Bond
9 hours ago
EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL AND KNOWLEDGEABLE AND KIND!!! Several other orthodontists wanted to pull my son's adult teeth, which I was not comfortable with and Dr. Kulkarni has a completely different plan that does not involve pulling 4 adult teeth! SOOO VERY THANKFUL for her and her knowledge and expertise!!!
Response from the owner:Your trust means the world to us! Thank you for being your child’s advocate and for choosing Dr. Kulkarni's expertise and care. You're in great hands with our team and we’re truly grateful to support your family through this journey!
Jessie Pellant
2 months ago
We love it here! 2 of three daughters have gotten braces and we are thrilled with them!!!
Response from the owner:So happy you guys love your smiles! Thank you for the kind words!
Curt Hunnewell
3 months ago
Such great service, we are having our whole family get braces at the same time! We love the friendly family atmosphere and RESULTS! Update: The whole family has now finished their course of braces and we're so pleased with the Kulkarni team. Special thanks to Dr. Kulkarni for all her consistent quality care over the years, Cherie for taking such great attention to detail, and the entire team for making our family look and feel amazing.
Response from the owner:Curt, we can't thank you enough for your review! It's an honor to treat your family and serve you all as our patients!
Gloria
4 months ago
Top professionals all around! Highly recommend. Very thorough and efficient, excellent customer service from the front desk to technicians. Dr. Kulkarni provides very personalized treatment. The before and after pictures speak for themselves. We are very happy with the results. Special thanks to Cherie for her thorough work!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Gloria! We truly appreciate your kind words and it means so much to hear that you felt well cared for by our entire team, from the front desk to our clinical staff. We are committed to providing personalized care and creating the best possible experience for every patient. We will be sure to share your special recognition with Cherie! Thank you for trusting us with your smile! - Your KO Team
Kiley Crossland
6 months ago
Wonderful experience so far! Clear communication, warm friendly environment, and great results for our kiddo.
Response from the owner:Hi Kiley! Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear your experience has felt clear, welcoming, and positive from the start. It means a lot to us to care for your kiddo’s smile and be part of your family’s journey! - Kulkarni Orthodontics
Jamie Richard
6 months ago
We love Dr. Kulkarni’s office! She is very knowledgeable and talented, and her team is organized and makes us feel welcome every time. Thanks Team Kulkarni!!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much! Your review and the fruit you brought in made our day! We are grateful to take care of your kiddo and have your family as part of our KO community!
Kay Slay
7 months ago
We have been coming to Kulkarni Orthodontics for my daughter’s braces for 2 years now and we have had a pleasant experience every time we come! We are so grateful to be in such good hands and highly recommend this place for all your orthodontist needs!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for trusting our team with your daughter’s smile over these years! Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with our practice, and we truly appreciate you being part of the KO family.
Alex Gutierrez
7 months ago
Thank you for doing what you do so well!
Response from the owner:Thank you Alex! We're so glad to have your family a part of ours!
Maria Juarez
8 months ago
The staff is very professional and nice. Definitely recommend this office.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words and recommendation, Maria! We’re so glad you felt supported by our team and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!
Stacey Salgado
9 months ago
Great orthodontia office. The staff is fantastic. Cherie helped fixed a wire that was hurting my son. She did it so quickly and so well. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you! It's a pleasure serving your family and we're grateful for patients like you all!
Tania Yefimchuk
9 months ago
Highly recommend! Very professional, high-quality, and fast orthodontic care. We are very happy with the results.
Response from the owner:We truly appreciate your recommendation and your kind words! Thank you for being part of our practice!
leanne martinez
9 months ago
Dr. Kulkarni and her staff are great! They made sure to thoroughly assess progress every visit and we never felt like the process was rushed. My son is looking forward to a beautiful smile for years to come.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Leanne! We’re so glad you felt the care and attention we put into each visit. We can’t wait to see his final results!
Randy Stoll
9 months ago
Our kids had a good consultation for braces. Since the consultation, scheduling has been easy and the care has been great so far.
Response from the owner:We appreciate you taking the time to review Dr. Kulkarni's office and we're so pleased to know you've had a great experience with us. We are glad you are part of the Kulkarni Orthodontic Family! - Dr. Kulkarni and the KO Team
Nahid Kalani
10 months ago
Dr. Kulkarni and her whole team are extremely professional, kind and genuinely good at what they do. Highly recommend if you or your kids need any orthodontic treatments.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Nahid! Your kind words about our team truly mean a lot. We’re grateful for your trust and so happy to care for your family’s smiles!
Katie Lubkert
10 months ago
We have been so impressed with Dr. Kulkarni and her staff. Both of our children have had excellent experiences. Appointments are timely and efficient. We appreciate the support she provides outside of appointments as well, especially the phone calls to check up right when braces go on. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Katie! It means so much to hear both of your children have had such positive experiences with us. We’re grateful to be part of your family’s orthodontic care!

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