Dr. Vanessa Kaplan, DDS
Orthodontist
At a glance
Works at Gentle Dental
Speaks English
Vanessa Kaplan does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Popular visit reasons
Braces / Retainer Checkup
Braces Consultation
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Crooked or Crowded Teeth
Dental Consultation
Orthodontic Consultation
Retainer Checkup
Under Bite
Braces / Retainer Checkup
Braces Consultation
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Crooked or Crowded Teeth
More about Dr. Vanessa Kaplan, DDS
Dr. Vanessa "Jenee" Kaplan, DDS, MS
Orthodontist | Clinical Leader | Patient-Centered Care Advocate
Dr. Vanessa "Jenee" Kaplan is a board-certified orthodontist with over a decade of experience delivering exceptional orthodontic care, practice leadership, and community engagement. A California native, she earned both her Doctor of Dental Surgery and Master of Science in Orthodontics from Loma Linda University, where she was a Dean’s List honoree and recipient of multiple academic awards.
After relocating to Colorado, Dr. Kaplan purchased her first practice in 2011, rebranding it as Rangewood Orthodontics in 2014. Under her leadership, the practice grew to nine locations along Colorado’s Front Range, earning numerous accolades including Best of the Springs, 5280 Top Orthodontist, and Indy Top Orthodontist. Known for her commitment to innovation, she spearheaded initiatives in digital marketing, staff development, clinical technology, and community outreach—including partnerships with Kids in Need of Dentistry.
Since selling Rangewood Orthodontics to private equity in 2021, Dr. Kaplan has served as an associate orthodontist with Specialty Dental Brands, where she manages a high-volume patient base and provides comprehensive treatment using a wide array of techniques and appliances, including Damon, Pitts, Invisalign, Spark, MARPE, and growth modification systems.
With current dental licenses in both California and Colorado, Dr. Kaplan is now seeking a new opportunity in her home state of California to be closer to her family while continuing to provide quality, compassionate care.
Outside of the office, Dr. Kaplan and her husband Chad enjoy an active family life with their five children—Carter, Jenna, Cohen, Caden, and Christian. Together, they love to travel, scuba dive, and cheer on their kids in sports like swimming, soccer, gymnastics, and snowboarding.
Education & experience
Education
Dental School - Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Master's in Orthodontics
Practice
Professional memberships
American Dental Association
American Association of Orthodontists
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1164707899
Vanessa Kaplan does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
What practice does Dr. Vanessa Kaplan work with?
Dr. Vanessa Kaplan works with Gentle Dental.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Vanessa Kaplan?
Dr. Vanessa Kaplan frequently sees patients for Braces / Retainer Checkup, Braces Consultation, Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation, Dental Consultation, and Orthodontic Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Vanessa Kaplan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Vanessa Kaplan speak?
Dr. Vanessa Kaplan speaks English.