Dr. Dastrup received his Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry at the University of Arizona. During his time there, he was involved in surgical research, and gained appreciation for the valuable research that forms the foundation for today’s healthcare practices.
Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska is where Dr. Dastrup received his dental training. The most unique aspect of his training was a focus on service to the community in the Jesuit tradition. During dental school, he utilized both his dental training and his ability to speak Spanish fluently, to serve as a supervisor in the local Indian-Chicano health clinic. Working closely with faculty from his Dental Program, he was instrumental in providing much needed services to many who did not have the resources to provide for themselves.
There are many of the surgical aspects of Dentistry that interests Dr. Dastrup. As a matter of fact, during dental school, he participated in a lengthy externship in Oral Surgery. Many patients are pleased to learn that he removes wisdom teeth and other teeth that require removal, and is skilled in placement of dental implants and bone grafting. In addition, Dr. Dastrup completes dozens of hours of continuing education courses yearly, in order to be up to speed on the latest techniques and technologies for treating you and your family. He also maintains memberships with professional organizations such as the American Dental Association and the Colorado Dental Association.
Dr. Dastrup and his family love living here in Colorado Springs where they can enjoy the great weather for all kinds of outdoor activities. Dr. Dastrup loves to play volleyball and mountain bike. He is also involved with the boy scouts. He averages one campout per month with his son’s troop, and even braved a few cold and snowy winter nights in our beautiful nearby mountains.