A Pagosa Springs local with nearly two decades of experience and a genuine passion for patient-centered dentistry.
Dr. Justin Nylund, DDS is proud to call Pagosa Springs home and equally proud to serve this community as its dentist. With nearly two decades of experience in Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico, Dr. Nylund brings deep clinical expertise and genuine warmth to every patient relationship.
Dr. Nylund earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency in Alamosa, Colorado. He is a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center, where he developed a risk-based approach to identifying and preventing dental problems before they start.
Committed to advancing the profession, Dr. Nylund is one of only 30 mentors for dental legend Gordon Christensen, teaching hands-on clinical courses for dentists across the country. He also serves as an evaluator for Clinicians Report, an independent organization that rigorously tests dental products and materials to improve the quality of care nationwide.
Dr. Nylund carries on a remarkable family tradition: he is the 10th dentist in his family spanning four generations. Dentistry is not just a career for him — it is a lifelong calling rooted in service, trust, and the genuine desire to improve people’s lives one smile at a time.
Growing up, Dr. Nylund had a real fear of the dentist. That experience shaped everything about how he practices today. He is deeply committed to providing comfortable, anxiety-free care for every patient and personally warranties all the work he performs, standing behind the quality of every procedure he completes.
Outside the office, Dr. Nylund enjoys skiing, fishing, hiking, and camping in the beautiful Pagosa Springs area. He and his family are active members of the community and look forward to serving you for years to come.
The best dental problem is one that never happens. Using Kois Center-based risk assessment, Dr. Nylund identifies vulnerabilities early and builds personalized prevention plans that protect your smile long-term.
You will always know exactly what is happening with your oral health, why a treatment is recommended, and what your options are. We believe informed patients make the best decisions.
From gentle technique to a warm, unhurried atmosphere, we do everything possible to ensure every visit is as comfortable as it is thorough. Your confidence in our care is our top priority.