Meet Dr. Helm

“Dr. Helm turned my smile into perfection.” –Sarah W.

When you meet Dr. Helm, you will quickly notice that he cares about his patients and wants the best possible results for every one of them. Patients love him because he is a perfectionist at heart, and that means their smile will be perfect too. Parents love him because he is honest and takes a conservative approach to orthodontic treatment, recommending only treatment that is necessary and in the best interest of their child. He has a great passion for his work and enjoys being a part of the life-changing results that occur with his patients.

Education
Dr. Helm received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, graduating first in his dental class with highest distinctions in academics, research, and patient care. He went on to complete a three-year Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedic specialty residency at The Ohio State University to earn his orthodontic specialty certificate and Master of Science degree. In order to keep up on advances with orthodontic treatment, Dr. Helm attends many hours of continuing education training every year in the use of traditional braces, various orthodontic appliances, and Invisalign®.

Private Practice
Dr. Helm opened his private practice in Green Valley Ranch in 2010, and has made it part of his practice mission to get involved and support the community events, schools, and young people of Green Valley Ranch. He chose the Green Valley Ranch area because of the strong community feel.

Dr. Helm is board certified by the the American Board of Orthodontics. Less than 50% of all practicing orthodontists in the United States are board certified, and Dr. Helm is the only private-practice, board certified orthodontist practicing in Green Valley Ranch, Northeast Denver, Northeast Aurora, and many of the other surrounding communities.

Shortly after opening his practice, Dr. Helm’s professional peers started recognizing his work, and every year since 2013, Colorado dentists have selected Dr. Helm as a “Top Orthodontist” as featured in 5280 Magazine.

One of the many ways that Dr. Helm gives back to the community is by providing orthodontic treatment to kids in need through the Colorado Orthodontic Foundation.

Dr. Helm is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Colorado Dental Association, as well as the Metro Denver Dental Society. Dr. Helm was selected by the American Association of Orthodontists in 2013 as an emerging leader in orthodontics and was invited to participate in their national Young Leaders Conference.

Life Outside of Practice
Dr. Helm and his wife, Abby, have three young children who keep them busy riding bikes, going to the pool, playing sports, and enjoying life. In his free time, Dr. Helm volunteers teaching in the children’s ministry at his church, and he enjoys golf, softball, mountain biking, playing guitar, snowboarding, and cheering on the Denver Broncos! He is currently learning how to play the drums.

Published Research
Dr. Helm has conducted research focused on bone biology and regeneration. He has presented this research nationally as well as internationally, and he was a finalist in the American Association of Dental Research’s respected Hatton Award competition. His research has been published in multiple peer-reviewed research journals: