Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

BA

Communications, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Professional Association

American Dental Association

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, Dr. Nielsen enjoys spending time with his wife and son and playing and watching sports, especially USC football.

Awards

Eagle Scout

Volunteer Experience

Boy Scouts of America

Personal Quote

“My role as a dentist is to provide quality care for all my patients. To provide a setting where my patients will feel comfortable, confident, and educated with their dental health.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Nielsen’s favorite TV Shows are “The Office” and “Seinfeld” and his favorite sports teams are the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Phoenix Suns, and the San Diego Chargers.

DDS

Creighton University; Omaha, NE

BS

Biology, University of Utah; Salt Lake City, UT

Professional Association

American Dental Association

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, Dr. Goates enjoys spending time with his wife, Shantel, and two daughters, Morgan and Rylee. He also enjoys waterskiing, basketball, golf, and watching movies.

Volunteer Experience

Active church member, youth counselor; Two-year church service mission to Mozambique, Africa; Give Kids a Smile

Personal Quote

“My responsibility is to listen to my patients’ needs and concerns and address those concerns in a timely manner with professionalism, courtesy, and comfortable service. Nearly everyone dislikes going to the dentist; I am here to make sure your experience is one you will be happy to share with your friends and family.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Goates’s favorite TV shows are “Seinfeld” and “Survivor,” and his favorite films are “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and “The Bourne Identity" series.

DMD

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Wooff has been practicing dentistry since 2006. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife in the outdoors, camping, hiking, hockey, football, cooking, and traveling.

Awards

Quintessence Award for Top Academic Achievement

Personal Quote

“My passion for dentistry and desire to provide my patients with the best possible care has been my inspiration in making continuing education courses a priority and staying up to date with the newest techniques and equipment available. I enjoy treating people, not just their smiles, and I understand that listening is the most important step to make someone’s goals a reality.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Wooff’s favorite TV shows are The Office, How I Met Your Mother, and Entourage.

DMD

University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, Las Vegas, NV

BS

Zoology, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

Professional Association

American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Ashton and his wife have been married for over 7 years; together they have 2 boys. He enjoys golf, soccer, computers, electronics, and the piano.

Volunteer Experience

Active church member, gospel doctrine instructor, community service

Patient Impact

"I met a patient recently who was so scared of the dentist that she refused to even go for cleanings or routine exams. She came to me via a referral from a friend of mine with these fears fully intact. After talking with her and realizing her fears were not related to dental work but to the dentist himself, I took 2 full hour visits to just talk and get to know her. On her 3rd visit, we did the cleaning, and on the 4th visit, we did a filling. Her entire demeanor has changed because of just listening and learning."

Personal Quote

“From the moment we meet and throughout your treatment with me, you will be my number one priority. Rest assured that you have a friend in your dentist. You will be listened to and your concerns will be dealt with. That is my promise as your dental provider.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Ashton’s favorite TV shows are “Stargate,” “24,” and “Smallville.”

DMD

Boston University, Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA

MS

Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, Faculty Consultant to the Medical College of Georgia's Department of Periodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Madi has been practicing dentistry for over 4 years. He is married and has 2 sons. In his spare time, Dr. Madi enjoys golf, tennis, and exercising. He hopes to one day finish a half-marathon.

Awards

AADR Pfizer Hatton Award finalist, Southern Academy of Periodontology Billy Pennel Memorial Research Competition: Second Place Winner, International College of Dentists Award 2004 at Boston University

Achievements

Diplomate of American Board of Periodontology; Certificates: 3 year post-doctoral residency certificate in Advanced Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

Personal Quote

"Regardless of your periodontal health, my staff and I are not only committed to the long-term health of your teeth and gums but also to providing you with unprecedented comfort."

DDS

Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Certificates

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from Columbia University/Harlem Hospital Center, New York, NY

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Lam is married and has a pet dog named Buddy. He enjoys construction work, home improvement, collecting paintings, travel and going on mission trips.

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer at CASS Homeless Shelter once a month doing free oral surgery work; Mission trips to South America doing free oral surgery work.

Patient Impact

"I diagnosed an invasive lesion that allowed treatment before it had a chance to destroy the lower jaw. The patient lost one tooth because of the lesion, but was very happy there weren't more."

Personal Quote

"As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, I take great pride in what I do. I plan to make your visit with me as informative, pleasant and most importantly, as painless as possible. I’m dedicated to excellence in patient care, and I will provide you with the safest and most effective oral surgical procedures available."

Personal Favorites

Movies: “Face Off,” “Happy Feet” and “Kung Fu Panda” ; TV Shows: “House” and ”ESPN” ; Sport: Golf

MSD

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, Detroit, MI

DDS

Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Columbus, OH

Certificate in Orthodontics

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, Detroit, MI

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, Dr. Rabe enjoys golf, snowboarding, wakeboarding, kayaking, boating, hiking, swimming, but most of all, spending time with family and friends.

Personal Quote

"I love the creativity and challenge that is offered by the science of orthodontics. I value the opportunity to work with and get to know patients of all ages. Orthodontics is a perfect fit for me. I am making friends while engineering beautiful smiles."

DMD

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Specialty Certificate

Orthodontics, Jacksonville University, School of Orthodontics; Jacksonville, FL

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Orthodontic Association, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Young has been practicing dentistry since 2004. In his spare time, Dr. Young enjoys spending time with his wife, mountain biking, golfing, creating and editing movies, landscaping, and cooking.

Achievements

Board Certification, American Board of Orthodontics; St. Louis, MO

Personal Quote

“I feel like I am a good listener. As such, you can expect that I will strive to meet your expressed needs and desires concerning the aesthetics and functionality of your teeth. I also strive to be gentle, thorough, and detailed in acheiving beautiful smiles.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Young’s favorite movies are the Bourne Identity Trilogy series and the documentary series Planet Earth. His favorite vacation spots are Italy and Sicily.

AAS

Dental Hygiene, Kalamazoo Valley Community College; Kalamazoo, MI

Certificates

CPR Certificate, Laser Certificate, Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certification

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists' Association

Personal Bio

Carrie is married with four children, and she has been a hygienist since 2005. When not practicing hygiene, she enjoys reading, knitting, camping, riding around on her husband's Harley, and hanging out with her family.

Personal Quote

"I will provide you with gentle and complete oral hygiene care and education. By listening to your concerns and questions, I will strive to provide you with a pleasant dental visit. I look forward to building a lasting patient provider rapport."

Personal Favorites

Carrie's favorite TV show is Sons of Anarchy.

AAS

Dental Hygiene; Northcentral Technical College; Wausau, WI

Certifications

CPR and Laser, and Local Anestheia

Personal Bio

Janet has been a hygienist since 1993 and is married with four children and one cat. In her spare time, she enjoy cross stitching; and her favorite vacation spot is Hawaii.

Personal Quote

“You can expect me to treat you with compassion, being non-judgmental of your dental condition. You will receive gentle yet thorough care, and I will help you understand why dental care is important. Also, you can expect me to treat you professionally.”

Personal Favorites

Janet’s favorite movies are Remember the Titans and Star Trek. She also enjoys reading her favorite book series “A Boy Named David” and her favorite sport is hockey.