Scott Lazaroff, DDS

Implant, Restorative, Oral Surgery, and Sedation Dentist in Lakewood, Colorado

Dr. Scott Lazaroff, DDS, is an implant, restorative, oral surgery, and sedation dentist at Espire Dental Lakewood in Lakewood, Colorado, serving patients from Lakewood, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater, and the surrounding Denver metro area. His clinical focus includes dental implants, crowns and bridges, oral surgery, root canal treatment, sedation dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, Botox for jaw pain and facial esthetics, and emergency dental care.

Dr. Lazaroff is known for helping patients feel calm in the dental chair, especially those who have avoided treatment because of dental fear, discomfort, or uncertainty. Patients consistently comment on his calm demeanor and painless injections, a combination that matters for urgent visits, surgical appointments, implant treatment, and longer restorative procedures. He also enjoys cosmetic dentistry and crown and bridge work, giving patients a dentist who is comfortable managing both the health and appearance of a smile.

Education and training

Dr. Lazaroff was born in Connecticut and grew up in Boulder, Colorado, where he came to consider himself a native Coloradan. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science with a concentration in Sports Medicine from Colorado State University.

He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. After dental school, Dr. Lazaroff completed a post-doctoral General Practice Residency at University Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, where he expanded his training in comprehensive dentistry, surgical care, restorative treatment, emergency needs, and the management of patients with more complex dental concerns.

Why dentistry

The part of dentistry that stands out in Dr. Lazaroff’s work is the ability to help people move from fear, pain, or embarrassment into a clear plan they understand. Many patients come to him after delaying treatment, especially when they are dealing with broken teeth, missing teeth, tooth pain, or anxiety about dental injections. Dr. Lazaroff meets those patients with steady communication, a capable clinical hand, and a practical path forward. That combination makes his work especially meaningful when a patient realizes that dental care feels far more manageable than expected.

Dental services and clinical focus

At Espire Dental Lakewood, Dr. Lazaroff provides comprehensive general dentistry with an advanced focus on restorative, surgical, implant, cosmetic, sedation, and emergency care. His services include:

• Dental implants, including single-tooth implants, implant bridges, overdenture procedures, and same-day extraction with implant placement in qualifying cases
• Crown and bridge dentistry, including custom crowns, fixed bridges, and restorative treatment for damaged or worn teeth
• Cosmetic dentistry, including smile-focused treatment planning and Botox for jaw pain and facial esthetics
• Oral surgery, including tooth extractions and surgical treatment planning
• Endodontics, including root canal treatment for infected or inflamed teeth
• Sedation dentistry for patients with dental anxiety or longer treatment needs
• Emergency dental care for tooth pain, broken teeth, infections, and urgent dental problems
• Family dentistry for adults and children, with referrals to trusted pediatric dentists when a child needs a more extensive comprehensive plan

Dr. Lazaroff uses Trios digital scanning, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) X-ray imaging, and CEREC same-day crown technology to plan treatment with accuracy and efficiency. These tools support implant planning, crown design, restorative workflows, and clear patient conversations before treatment begins.

What to expect at your first visit

A first visit with Dr. Lazaroff is unhurried and focused on understanding the patient’s goals, health, comfort level, and immediate concerns. Most new-patient appointments include digital X-rays, a comprehensive dental exam, periodontal screening, oral cancer screening, intraoral photos, and a clear review of findings. Dr. Lazaroff explains treatment options in straightforward language, including what needs attention now and what has more flexibility. Patients leave with a written plan and a confident understanding of the next step.

Outside the office

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Lazaroff enjoys hiking, fly fishing, golfing, and exercising. His love of the outdoors once took him to an uninhabited World War II-era island in Alaska, where he camped as part of an adventure that fits his Colorado lifestyle. He is also on a mission to play golf in every U.S. state. Through Espire Dental Lakewood, he and the practice team have volunteered with the Denver Rescue Mission to support people in the local community.