Dr. Jennifer Derse is a nationally recognized leader in cosmetic and restorative dentistry with a career marked by clinical excellence, mentorship, and a passion for service. After earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 2005, Dr. Jen began her career in Scottsdale, Arizona, focusing on cosmetic dentistry and teaching at the Arizona School of Dentistry.

In 2010, she relocated to Denver, Colorado, where she continued transforming smiles for patients across the country and around the world. Dr. Jen currently serves as Chief Clinical Director at Espire Dental, where she leads clinical mentorship and development for doctors nationwide. She is also a mentor at the Kois Center in Seattle, WA, and has lectured internationally on cosmetic and restorative dentistry, aligner therapy, and patient case presentation.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Jen is committed to leadership and business excellence. She has completed advanced training through Harvard Business School Online’s CORe program, McKinsey Leadership, and The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center. Her approach blends clinical expertise with leadership and hospitality to elevate the patient and team experience in dental practices.

Dr. Jen is also deeply involved in philanthropy. She has served on several nonprofit boards in the Denver community and has participated in humanitarian dental missions to the Dominican Republic and Guatemala. She furthered her commitment to service by founding the Espiration Foundation, the 501(c)(3) philanthropic arm of Espire Dental, which supports both international humanitarian efforts and local charities in communities where Espire operates.

Whether mentoring doctors, serving her community, or delivering life-changing smile transformations, Dr. Jen is passionate about improving the dental space for both patients and providers alike.