Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

Northwestern University Dental School, Evanston, IL

BS

Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation

Personal Bio

Dr. Gebhart has been practicing dentistry since 1992. He and his wife have been married for since 1998; together they have 3 children and a variety of pets, including 2 dogs, 3 cats, and a guinea pig. He enjoys golfing, cooking, and spending time with his children.

Patient Impact

"A patient arrived at my office with incomplete treatment. She had a completely altered bite and had lost confidence in her dentist. I finished the reconstruction and positioned her jaw in the proper place. She was finally out of pain and had her confidence back. She left my office with tears of joy."

Personal Favorites

Book: Dean Koontz novels, Film: "There's Something About Mary", TV Show: "24"

DMD

University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; Pittsburgh; PA

Residency

General Practice Residency; Veterans Administration Medical Center; Martinsburg; West Virginia

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry

Personal Bio

Dr. Spine has been practicing dentistry since 1990 and he is married with two daughters and two dogs. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, reading, and fishing.

Awards

Service Award, Pennsylvania Dental Association

Volunteer Experience

Special Olympics Volunteer; Pennsylvania Dental Identification Team, Forensic Recovery for USAir Flight 427

Personal Quote

“I will help you understand your treatment choices. I will listen to you and respect your right to choose the best treatment for you.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Spine’s favorite sports are professional and college football.

DDS

The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC; Los Angeles, CA

BS

Brigham Young University; Provo, UT

Professional Association

National Society of Dental Practitioners

Personal Bio

Dr. Koop is married with two children and two cats. Dr. Koop enjoys collecting Mr. Potato Head, playing board games, hosting fondue and BBQ parties, and watching football.

Achievements

Dean’s list for academic excellence

Volunteer Experience

Boy Scouts of America

Personal Quote

“I hope to develop a trusting life-long friendship with every patient and make visiting the dentist more enjoyable. I will maintain the highest standard of ethics and honesty. My goal is to provide the best quality and most timely treatment using the latest and greatest advancements in dental technology and education. Please feel free to discuss any questions or concerns you have with me.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Koop’s favorite TV shows are Lost, 24, and Arrested Development. Dr. Koop’s favorite movies are Lord of the Rings Trilogy and Jason Bourne Trilogy.

MS

Oral Biology, University of Maryland; Baltimore, MD

DMD

Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine; Boston, MA

Residency Program

Periodontics and Implant Surgery, University of Maryland College; Baltimore, MD

Professional Association

Clinical Associate Professor: Periodontics Department at University of Maryland, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Mata has been practicing dentistry since 2004.

Awards

Magna cum laude (Boston University), Quintessence Award for Academic Excellence, American College of Prosthodontists Achievement Award, Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society

Achievements

Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology

Volunteer Experience

Operation Smile international dental mission; Advocate of continuing education courses, regularly hosts courses for area doctors and staff.

Personal Quote

“I dedicate myself to providing patients with the best care available and strongly believe that comfort is an important part of quality dental care. I strive to offer the most advanced treatments available, utilizing the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques, materials, and state-of-the-art equipment with a keen interest in minimally invasive dental surgery, providing natural looking results with minimal downtime.”

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

DDS

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

MS

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

BS

Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists

Personal Bio

Dr. Smith is married with four children. In his spare time, he enjoys sports and ranching.

Personal Quote

“As your orthodontist, I will listen to your needs and goals so together we can achieve a smile we will both be proud of.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Smith’s favorite books are “Lonesome Dove” and “The Anatomy of Peace,” and his favorite films are “Blindside” and “Chariots of Fire.”

RDH/AAS

Phoenix College; Phoenix, AZ

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Melissa has one Chihuahua dog and in her spare time enjoys watching her favorite movies, “Dirty Dancing,” and “Pretty Woman.”

Personal Quote

“I will provide a thorough evaluation of your current periodontal condition and educate you on periodontal disease and the importance of our working together as co-therapists to create the ideal oral environment.”