About Lydiatt and Duru Colorado Springs Family Dentistry

About Springs Dentistry

At the office of Springs Dentistry, we take the oral health of our patients very seriously and strive to provide an environment where our patients feel comfortable and confident about their treatments. We offer a range of affordable dental services to help patients throughout the Colorado Springs area maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for a lifetime. As your local dentists, Drs. Lydiatt, Duru, and Nye along with their dental staff, stand committed to offering personalized care and high quality dental services for the whole family. Drs. Lydiatt, Duru, and Nye will listen to your questions, discuss your concerns and thoroughly evaluate your treatment options and other oral health issues, so you are always well informed to make important decisions about your dental care treatment.

Our Doctors

Dr. John S. Lydiatt

Dr. Lydiatt graduated from the University of Nebraska Dental School in 1997 after earning a Bachelor of Science Degree from Nebraska Wesleyan University. He is not only an award winning dentist, but also a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Lydiatt currently serves as Secretary/Treasurer of the Pikes Peak Study Group. He also volunteers regularly at the K.I.N.D. (Kids in Need of Dentistry) Clinic in Colorado Springs. K.I.N.D. is a non-profit organization that helps underprivileged children receive dentistry. Dr. Lydiatt and his wife Jenny, have three children Jack, Jayne and Jerry. In his free time he enjoys running, golfing and fly fishing.

Dr. Jessica L. Duru

Dr. Duru graduated from the University of Nebraska Dental School in 2011. She also received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Dr. Duru is a member of the American Dental Association and the Colorado Dental Association and participates yearly in the Give Kids a Smile Day in February. Dr. Duru and her husband Frank welcomed their son Cameron in March of 2016 and are enjoying their time with him. In her free time, she likes to stay active and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Abby Nye

Dr. Nye received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Michigan Dental School in 2016, after graduating from Michigan State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Dr. Nye furthered her dental training by completing the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. While she calls Michigan home, Dr. Nye is thrilled to be pursuing her dream of moving out west to Colorado. In her spare time, Dr. Nye enjoys traveling, watching college football & basketball (Go Green!), and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Vivian Wong

Dr. Wong grew up in Atlanta, Georgia where she attended Georgia State University, majoring in biology with a chemistry minor. After graduating summa cum laude, she attended New York University College of Dentistry. Upon graduation, she was awarded the prestigious Alumni Association Prosthetic award. Dr. Wong then joined a dental practice in Washington D.C. before moving to Virginia and then to Colorado Springs. She thoroughly enjoys pediatric dentistry and is working to make root canals a specialty. She works hard to provide minimally invasive treatments and enjoys relating to patients, their family and life experiences. In her free time, Dr. Wong likes to travel internationally, especially to the Far East. She openly admits that she is a “foodie” seeking out dining experiences whenever she can.

Our Front Office Staff

Dawn

Dawn joined the practice in 2009 as our business manager. She has over 25 years experience in the dental field. She has three children and three grandchildren. She is originally from Minnesota, but has called Colorado Springs her home since 1999. She enjoys spending time with her family, yoga, watching reality TV shows and weekend getaways to Vegas.

Karla

Karla joined Lydiatt and Duru Family Dentistry November 2015 as our insurance coordinator. She has 15 years of dental experience. She has two teenagers whom she loves to spend time with. Karla enjoys traveling, crafting, biking, hiking and cooking.

Lyndsey

My name is Lyndsey. I have been with Springs Dentistry since early 2020. I am from Phoenix, Arizona. We just moved back recently in 2019. I am married with an adorable 7-year-old son. I am very artistic! You can see some of my work on the chalk boards in the office. My hobbies include baking cakes and cookies, creating works of art, shopping, and spending as much time with my family.

Leigh

Hello! My name is Leigh, I hail from Aberdeen, Scotland. I am married to a US Army Aviation Veteran, I have a 17yr old son and a 22yr and 25yr old Step Daughters. We recently moved to Colorado Springs and love how beautiful it is here, we love hiking, travelling and trying out new eateries in town! I am a newbie to working at a Dental Office, everyday is a learning day!

Precautious

Military brat here! For the last 22 years I lived in Anchorage, Alaska where I worked as a dental assistant. My doctor retired and I moved me and my 3 kids to Colorado. I have a 28-year-old son, 21-year-old daughter, 13-year-old daughter, and 3 beautiful grand kids. I am a foodie, love the outdoors, music, and movies. I am very happy go lucky and enjoy life!

Stacy

Stacy has worked in the field of Dentistry for 41 years. And has lived in Colorado for 46 years. She resides in Penrose, Co with her husband Robert and their four horses, three dogs and chickens. Stacy and Robert enjoy spending time with their family and seven grandchildren. She loves the outdoors! Horseback riding in the mountains, hunting, fishing, camping, and gardening. Everyday is an adventure!!

Our Hygienists

Amanda

Amanda is originally from Illinois. The military brought her family to Colorado when she was 16, where she attended our local Air Academy High School. In 2011 she graduated from the dental hygiene program at Central Community College in Hastings, Nebraska. That same year she joined our practice. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters in Breckenridge. She also enjoys skiing, hiking and music.

Theresa

Theresa is a 2004 graduate from Pennsylvania College of Technology. As the spouse of a US Army Veteran, Theresa has gained valuable experience in a variety of dental settings including small private practices, larger group practices, and a military clinic. Colorado has become the forever home to Theresa since the completion of her husband's military service in 2009. She enjoys camping, spending time with her husband and teenagers, and is passionate about fitness.

Sarah

Sarah is a native of Colorado. She obtained her Associates Degree in Dental hygiene from Pueblo Community College. Sarah has been a dental hygienist since 2002. She joined our team part time one year ago. One of the most rewarding aspects of her job is seeing improvement in her patients’ oral health. Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. Her hobbies are hiking with friends, camping and watching her kids play sports.

Heather

Heather was born and raised in Colorado, originally from Brighton. She joined our practice in June 2020. Heather graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at The Community College of Pueblo in 2016. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two year old son. She also enjoys playing tennis, softball, watching football and spending as much time with family as possible.

Naomi

Naomi was born and raised here in beautiful Colorado Springs. She graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at Pueblo Community College and joined our practice in 2021. She enjoys being active and outdoors with her fiancée and bernedoodle, Lumi. Her hobbies include hiking, SUPing, and most recently fly fishing. She has a gentle touch and takes great pride in providing patients with quality care.

Sarah

Sarah is a Colorado native who grew up in the Northwest part of the state. She has been married to her childhood best friend for over 20 years and they have 3 wonderful children. Sarah has followed her military husband and has lived in Hawaii, Wyoming, Texas, New York and Utah. She is really happy to be back home in Colorado for good. She enjoys running, hiking, climbing, backpacking, camping and almost any other activity that gets her out enjoying a beautiful day. Her favorite place in the state is the San Jaun mountains by Ouray, CO. She spends 2 weeks there every Summer with her extended family. Sarah has a passion for dental hygiene and loves learning new things that she can share with her patients.

Our Dental Assistants

Bailey

Bailey is a Colorado native that has been dental assisting for a year with plans to go to dental school. She enjoys hiking with her fiancé Eric and their three Dalmatians.

Jamee

Jamee moved to Colorado 6 years ago from Myrtle Beach where she trained to be an EDDA. She is married and has one son. She and her family enjoy snowboarding, scuba diving, and traveling together.

Allie

Allison has been in Colorado since 2005 and an EDDA since 2007. She thrives on patient relationships and providing exemplary dental care. She enjoys bowling with her husband Dave and her son Braxton.

Bridget

Bridget has made Colorado home since 2014, she is originally from the Chicagoland area. She became an EDDA in 2016 and has been loving it. Her favorite thing to do at work is place restorations/fillings. When she isn’t at work, she enjoys working out and spending as much time outdoors as possible. She loves hiking and being in the mountains.

DEsta

Hi my name is DEsta, I’ve been a EDDA since 1995 I love treating patients and love what I do. I’m a native of Colorado Springs I grew up in Rockrimmon. I love all aspects of dentistry I love to meet new patients and make them as comfortable as I can in the dental chair. On my spare time I love to spend time with my partner our son and our dogs on my spare time.