Dr. Derek Allan Miller, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1013151521
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Dr. Derek Miller is a board-certified pediatric dentist who has been caring for children's smiles in Colorado Springs for 17 years. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and completed a pediatric residency there, earning recognition for his excellence in restorative dentistry. Dr. Miller specializes in making dental visits fun and comfortable for kids of all ages, from infants and toddlers to older children, using modern technology and gentle techniques like sedation dentistry when needed. Beyond his busy practice, he performs 300-400 pediatric dental surgeries each year at local hospitals and is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. A Colorado Springs native who grew up here with his wife Courtney and two sons, Dr. Miller believes the best dental care happens when families and dentists work together as partners.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (1 year)
- University Of Texas Health San Antonio School Of DentistryMedical School, 2007
- University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, DDS (graduated Summa Cum Laude)
- Pediatric Residency, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (completed 2009)
- University of Texas at Austin (graduated With Honors, 2003)
- University Of Texas / Austin CampusUndergraduate School, 2003
- University Of Texas Health Science CenterResidency Hospital, 2009
Board Certifications
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
- Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 04/28/2009
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- State-of-the-art pediatric dental practice
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Southwest Society of Pediatric Dentistry
Awards & Recognition
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's Predoctoral Student Award
- Multiple restorative dentistry awards
- Acceptance into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) — prestigious dental fraternity for top 10% of graduating class
Beyond the Office
Provides hospital-based outpatient surgery care (averaging 300-400 cases per year)
Plays guitar for his church band
Born in Minnesota, grew up in Colorado Springs
Met his wife Courtney in middle school, married in 2000
Has two young sons, Gabe and Ty
Enjoys Texas Longhorn athletics, Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, and Colorado Avalanche
Avid outdoorsman who enjoys fishing mountain reservoirs and hunting large game
Musician who plays guitar for his church band
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