Father & Son
Local family practice
Located in Longmont, CO · Serving the Front Range
Dentistry that feels like family.
Two generations of the Knechtel family, side by side — bringing honest, gentle dentistry to Longmont for over 30 years. You’ll see the same familiar faces every visit.
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Built around people, not procedures.
A father-and-son practice that's spent 30 years earning trust in Longmont — one patient at a time.
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Family practice, Longmont roots
Dr. Kurt and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel work side by side with one shared standard of care. Dr. Kurt has called Longmont home since 1995 — Dr. Wyatt grew up here and came back to join his father chairside.
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You're treated like family
We treat every patient the way we'd want our own mom treated — unhurried, attentive, and thorough. From the first phone call to the moment you walk out the door.
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Technology for more precise, comfortable care
CEREC same-day crowns. Fotona LightWalker laser dentistry. Orthophos CBCT 3D imaging. Each tool was chosen because it makes your care more precise, gentler, or faster — not because it looks impressive.
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Comfort from the first moment
We listen before we treat. DentalVibe uses gentle vibration during numbing injections to make the experience calmer — especially for patients who feel anxious or sensitive before dental work.
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Beautiful, natural-looking results
From Lumineers and veneers to whitening and SureSmile aligners — cosmetic results that look completely natural, starting with understanding what you actually want.
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Two generations, gentle visits, and technology that supports the care - request a visit today.
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What Longmont patients say
574 five-star Google reviews from Longmont families — read what they say about our staff, our comfort-first approach, and what it actually feels like to walk through our door.
“As a resident of Longmont who travels frequently, I recently experienced a dental issue that required immediate attention. Longmont Dental was able to accommodate me the same day, which I truly appreciated. From the moment I arrived, the staff was welcoming and made me feel at ease. Throughout the visit, they were attentive and consistently checked in to ensure I was comfortable and relaxed. The care I received was exactly what I needed- efficient, high-quality, and delivered with genuine kindness. I highly recommend Longmont Dental for their prompt service, professionalism, and their ability to make even a new patient feel completely at home. Thank you Longmont Dental!”
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Reviews & feedback
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Refer a Friend
Refer a friend or family member through our online referral form. You may receive a $50 credit toward dental treatment when they become a patient; they may also receive a $50 credit toward their treatment.
Cannot be combined or redeemed with any other offer.
Smile Gallery
See the difference great care makes. Real before-and-after results from Longmont Dental patients who trusted Dr. Kurt and Dr. Wyatt with their smiles.
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Individual needs and results vary; a consultation is needed before recommending treatment.
Meet the Team
Longmont Dental is more than a father-and-son practice — it's a team of people who know your name, remember your story, and treat you like family. Dr. Kurt and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel lead clinical care alongside an office manager, hygienist, and dental assistants with decades of shared history.
The people behind your visit
Kristi Vonalt
Office Manager
30+ years in dentistry · 25 years with Dr. Knechtel
Kristi has been working in the dental field for over 30 years. Originally trained in dental assisting, Kristi’s knowledge of dental procedures, dedication to our patients, and tenacious ability in managing insurance issues has made her an invaluable asset to our practice.
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Zana Ganzel
Dental Assistant
Dental assistant since 1997
Zana hails from Olympia Washington where she received her dental assistant training in 1997. Her warm and bubbly personality makes her great with our patients and fun to work with.
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Melissa Beeck
Dental Assistant
11 years as a dental assistant
I have been a Dental Assistant for 11 years and truly love what I do. Getting to know our patients is amazing and helping them improve their smiles and overall dental health makes my day.
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Hygienist
Muezetta Cromer is a hygienist at Longmont Dental. She provides preventive care and helps patients keep their smiles healthy between visits.
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Hygienist
Nichole Youchoff is a hygienist at Longmont Dental. She provides preventive care and helps patients keep their smiles healthy between visits.
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Dental Assistant
Stephanie is a dental assistant at Longmont Dental. She helps patients feel welcome and supports comfortable, well-organized visits.
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Tour our Longmont dental office
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