At Rivers Dentistry in Carbondale, Colorado, we’ve built something truly special—a dental practice where your comfort comes first and comprehensive care is our standard. Dr. Connor Rivers established this practice with a clear vision: to provide the area’s only sedation dentistry option while delivering the highest quality dental care in a welcoming, stress-free environment. Since taking over the practice in April 2022, Dr. Rivers has transformed it into a destination for patients seeking exceptional dental care without the anxiety. We serve patients throughout Garfield, Pitkin, and Eagle Counties, offering a unique combination of advanced sedation techniques and comprehensive dentistry that sets us apart from other practices in the region.
At Rivers Dentistry, your first interaction with us sets the tone for everything that follows. When you call our office in Carbondale, you will reach a real person. Our front office team picks up the phone, takes time to understand what brought you in, and works with you to find an appointment time that fits your schedule. For patients coming to us from throughout the Roaring Fork Valley, that kind of responsiveness matters.
Our front office handles insurance coordination for patients with Aetna and Cigna Dental PPO, walks you through financing options, and makes sure you know what to expect before you arrive. We are a fee-for-service practice, which means your treatment plan is built around what is right for you, not what a coverage schedule allows. The front office team keeps that process transparent from your very first call.
If you have questions before booking, we are happy to answer them. Whether you are calling about a specific procedure, want to know more about our sedation options, or are not sure where to start, our team will give you a straight answer and help you take the next step.
Our clinical team works directly alongside Dr. Rivers at every appointment, and their role goes well beyond passing instruments. They monitor your comfort throughout your visit, explain what is happening at each step, and make sure you leave with clear aftercare instructions. For patients receiving IV sedation or oral conscious sedation, they are your dedicated support throughout the entire procedure.
Rivers Dentistry is the only sedation dentistry provider serving the Roaring Fork Valley, and our clinical staff is trained across the full range of options we offer: nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation. That training means you are in experienced hands no matter what level of care you need, from a routine cleaning to a full dental implant placement.
Our clinical team also takes patient education seriously. We know that many of our patients have avoided dental care for years, sometimes decades, because of anxiety or past negative experiences. Building trust takes time, and our team approaches every visit with that in mind. When patients feel safe, they ask more questions, follow through on treatment, and ultimately get better outcomes.
Good dental care does not begin and end in the chair. Our patient care coordinator works closely with you to map out your treatment, coordinate scheduling across multiple appointments, and make sure the plan you and Dr. Rivers agree on actually fits your life. For patients who travel from Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Basalt, or further out, that kind of coordination makes a real difference.
Our team handles the administrative details that often make dental treatment feel more complicated than it needs to be. From processing insurance claims to walking you through CareCredit and other financing options, we work to keep the financial side clear and manageable. We do not require full payment on day one for most treatments, and we will be upfront with you about costs before your appointment.
Between visits, we stay in touch. If you have questions about how to care for your teeth after a procedure, need to reschedule, or want to talk through a treatment recommendation before committing, our team is available and responsive. That kind of ongoing communication is part of what makes this practice feel different from a larger, higher-volume office.
Dr. Rivers built this practice around a straightforward idea: every patient deserves to feel comfortable, respected, and genuinely cared for. That philosophy runs through every role on the team. Our front office, clinical staff, and patient coordinator work together so that your visit runs smoothly from check-in to checkout, and nothing important falls through the cracks.
We hold ourselves accountable to a high standard, not because it sounds good on a website, but because most of our patients have had experiences elsewhere that fell short. Patients who came to us as sedation patients, too anxious to sit through a cleaning, have over time become patients who no longer need sedation at all. That shift happens when the environment consistently feels safe. Every person on this team contributes to that.
Dr. Rivers is actively involved in the wider dental community as well. He currently serves as President of the Western Colorado Dental Society and has volunteered at Colorado Mission of Mercy events in Glenwood Springs, Greeley, and Cripple Creek. The values that motivate that kind of involvement are the same ones you will experience as a patient here.
Rivers Dentistry is a small, close-knit practice in Carbondale, and the people behind it reflect both the community and the care you can expect here. Adrianna Harding, our Clinical Manager, came to dentistry after three years working as a medical scribe in ophthalmology, and that background in patient care shows. She keeps the clinical side of your visit running smoothly and takes genuine pride in making healthcare feel approachable, even for patients who walk in nervous. Fallon, our Patient Care Coordinator, is Colorado born and raised, and her roots in the Roaring Fork Valley run deep. She knows this community, understands what the people here need from a dental office, and brings warmth and attentiveness to every patient interaction from the first phone call forward.
Together with Dr. Rivers, Adrianna and Fallon have built something that does not feel like a typical dental office. Appointments here are unhurried. Questions get real answers. Patients who have avoided dental care for years find that the experience at Rivers Dentistry is genuinely different from what they expected. That consistency does not happen by accident. It comes from a small team that communicates well, holds itself to a high standard, and actually cares whether you leave feeling better than when you walked in. If you are ready to see that for yourself, contact our office and we will take it from there.
Our team combines clinical skill with warm hospitality. Each member is dedicated to making your dental experience positive from your first phone call through treatment.
Hello! I’m Adrianna. Originally from Maryland, I relocated to beautiful Colorado from Florida in April 2023. As someone new to skiing and mountain hiking, I’m thrilled to explore all the outdoor adventures this incredible state has to offer.
Before transitioning into dentistry, I spent three years working as a scribe in ophthalmology. It was during that time that I discovered my passion for patient care and helping others feel confident and comfortable in a healthcare setting. I truly enjoy making healthcare feel approachable—and even fun—for everyone I work with.
At home, I share life with my husband and our two dogs, Alpha and Daisy. When I’m not at work, you’ll likely find me enjoying a cozy movie night or soaking in the stunning Colorado views at one of our local parks. I’m excited to embrace new challenges and experiences as part of this vibrant and welcoming community.
I’m Colorado born and raised with a love for family, nature, and new experiences. After graduating high school I spent two years exploring Montana and all the beauty it had to offer before returning home to the mountains I missed the most. Now I’m living in the gorgeous Roaring Fork Valley, building the life I’ve dreamed of- filled with gratitude, adventure, and hard work. I spend most of my free time traveling the state to either see family or to find a new spot to explore.
