Dr. Mark Albers is a general dentist practicing in Colorado Springs, CO.  As a general dentist, he offers a wide array of dental services for the entire family.  Dr. Albers prides himself on providing the best care possible for his patients.

Background and Education

Dr. Albers grew up in a small farming community in northeast Nebraska.  A third generation dentist, he followed in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps by attending Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska.

Dr. Albers spent a year at Iowa State University before transferring to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to finish his undergraduate education.  He was accepted to Creighton University’s School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Albers moved to Colorado Springs in 1987 to work as an associate in a large dental practice.  In 1990, he took over an established practice located in downtown Colorado Springs.  In 2005, he moved his office to its current location at 2155 Hollow Brook Drive in north central Colorado Springs.

Commitment to Excellence

Dr. Albers understands the importance of staying current with the latest developments in dentistry.  Therefore, he spends over 100 hours each year on continuing dental education.  Since 1991, Dr. Albers has been a member of a local study club, meeting eight to ten times a year to discuss the latest in techniques and dental technology, and to work on complex dental cases.  From 1995 – 2018,  he participated in a second study club, meeting for multi-day conferences two to three times per year.  Dr. Albers is a regular attendee at dental conferences in Colorado and other states.

As a result of his commitment to excellence, Dr. Albers regularly ranks as a top dentist in Colorado Springs in the Top Dentists editions of Colo|Spgs Magazine  and Denver-based magazine, 5280.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Albers is a member of the American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, Colorado Springs Dental Society, and Academy of Operative Dentistry.  He serves as a Peer Review Board Member for the Colorado Springs Dental Society.  This board attempts to resolve issues that arise between dental professionals and their patients.

Volunteer Dentistry

In 2006, Dr. Albers helped start a dental clinic for Mission Medical.  He is a past board member of Mission Medical, and volunteered for a number of years at the Mission Medical Dental Clinic.  Dr. Albers also volunteers for  COMOM (Colorado Mission of Mercy), sponsored by the Colorado Dental Association.  COMOM organizes annual free two-day dental clinics in different towns and cities throughout Colorado.  Dr. Albers worked with Teens With Promise, a local charity that advocated for at-risk teens in the Pikes Peak Region.  Internationally, Dr. Albers and his family traveled with OneChild (a children’s ministry headquartered in Colorado Springs) to the Dominican Republic and Kenya to provide dental care to sponsored children.  His most recent dental volunteer work took him to Fiji and Tarawa Atoll in the south and central Pacific Ocean.

Family

Although Dr. Albers and his wife both grew up in Nebraska, they met in Colorado Springs while playing on a co-ed softball team.  They married in 1988 and raised their kids in Colorado Springs.  Dr. Albers and his wife were very active in coaching and attending sporting events when their kids were younger.  They are now enjoying life as empty-nesters!  In his spare time – which he has more of now – Dr. Albers enjoys camping, fishing, snowboarding, and golfing.  He recently finished two terms as a deacon at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Colorado Springs.

Colorado native Michele runs our front desk. She met Dr. Albers in 1988 through her Aunt Susan who, at the time, was Dr. Albers’ dental assistant. A patient first, Michele stepped into Susan’s position in 1998. After assisting Dr. Albers for more than 16 years, she made the move to our front desk in late 2014. Now, she enjoys working with our patients in a different capacity. Michele married her long-time sweetheart and together they have two children and several dogs. In her spare time, she enjoys many outdoor activities and adventures, and frequently volunteers for a local favorite, the Pikes Peak Hill Climb.

Another Colorado native, Susan first met Dr. Albers in 1987 when they worked for a group practice in Colorado Springs. When Dr. Albers left to open his own office, she went with him as his dental assistant. She stepped away from assisting for a time after the birth of her daughter. Subsequently, she returned to work in the Colorado Springs area. Susan had the opportunity to return to our office as Dr. Albers’ assistant when Michele moved to the front desk. It was fun to see the familiar faces of patients she knew from her previous work with Dr. Albers. She has also enjoyed reuniting with Jane, with whom she and Dr. Albers worked at the group practice early in their careers. In her free time, Susan enjoys reading, hitting the walking trails, and going to estate sales.

Jane was raised in Littleton and Pueblo, Colorado. Since graduating from Pueblo Community College in 1983, she has worked as a dental hygienist in several states including Colorado, Hawaii and Missouri. Jane first started working with Dr. Albers in 1987 in a group practice, then joined him again when he bought his own practice. Jane left the office when her family moved to Missouri and Georgia. Following their return to Colorado Springs, she began subbing at our office as a dental hygienist. She officially rejoined our staff in 2011. Jane has been married more than 30 years, has three adult children, and has two golden-doodles who remain at home. She loves to ski, play golf, travel, and read a good book.

Judy, another Colorado native, has been a practicing dental hygienist for more than 25 years. She found our office after working with Jane for almost 20 years in other practices. Judy appreciates working at our office, feeling that this practice puts patient needs at the forefront. She loves the integrity and caring atmosphere projected by every member of the staff. Judy has three grown children. Her oldest daughter lives in California and works for a company that employs special needs adults. Judy’s son, active duty military, spent two tours in Iraq as a helicopter pilot.  He lives in Boise with his wife and two children. Her youngest daughter, a physician assistant in Highlands Ranch, is married and the proud owner of two beagles. Judy loves spending time with her wonderful children and grandchildren, walking, biking, and cooking .