Dentists in Tucson, AZ - North

Clark Burningham D.M.D., General Dentist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Burningham says, “I enjoy the combination of medicine and artistry afforded by the profession of dentistry. I take great pride in my work, and love the satisfaction that comes from serving and helping others.”

“I was attracted to dentistry at a very young age. As a child most of my dental work was done by my grandfather. His gentle demeanor and skilled hand made the experience of seeing the dentist joyful, and in my youth I aspired to be like him. As I matured, I learned to appreciate the value of the service my grandfather provided.”

After graduating from Arizona State University, Dr. Burningham received his Dental Degree from the Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Arizona. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He also speaks Spanish.

Dr. Burningham says, “When I’m not in the office, I’m with my wife and our four children. We love spending time outdoors. Our favorite activities include hiking, camping, board games, music, and sports.”

EDUCATION

B.S., Applied Biological Science–Arizona State University

D.M.D.–Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine

AFFILIATIONS

Academy of General Dentistry

American Dental Association

Arizona Dental Association

Academy of Laser Dentistry

Enrique Santiago D.M.D., General Dentist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Santiago says, “I really enjoy interacting with my patients and improving their oral health and their lives. I like working with my hands and giving each patient the great smile they deserve.”

Dr. Santiago encourages his patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and is attentive to each patient’s needs. After graduating from the University of Puerto Rico, Dr. Santiago received his Dental Degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the International Association for Dental Research and the American Association for Dental Research. He also speaks Spanish.

Dr. Santiago says, “I have three children and four grandchildren and love spending time with my family. In my free time I enjoy tennis, golf, fencing and biking.”

EDUCATION

B.S., General Science–University of Puerto Rico

D.M.D.–University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine

M.B.A.–University of Phoenix

AFFILIATIONS

International Association for Dental Research

American Association for Dental Research

Mark Slivka D.D.S. Orthodontist

Dr. Slivka says, “I enjoy creating a fun, friendly, and family atmosphere while providing the state-of-the-art in orthodontic therapy and dentofacial orthopedics. It’s the art of creating beautiful smiles and building lifelong relationships.”

After graduating from Ohio State University, Dr. Slivka received his Dental Degree from the College of Dentistry at Ohio State University. He received his Orthodontics Certificate from the New York University College of Dentistry. To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Dentists and the American Board of Orthodontics.

Dr. Slivka says, “In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, sculpture, surfing, and other outdoor adventures like white water rafting.”

Education

B.S., Human Nutrition–The Ohio State University

D.D.S.–College of Dentistry, The Ohio State University

Orthodontics Certificate–New York University College of Dentistry

Affiliations

American Dental Association

American Association of Orthodontists

Pacific Coast Society of Dentists

American Board of Orthodontics

Ron Malakpour D.D.S., M.S., Endodontist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Malakpour’s experience and commitment to providing the highest standard of care for his patients. He pursues this commitment by exceeding the continuing education requirements for his profession. After graduating from Arizona State University, Dr. Malakpour received his Dental Degree and his Endodontics training from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry.

To keep abreast of cutting edge technology, he’s a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontics. Dr. Malakpour and his wife Kiana have a Pomeranian dog named Snowy. He is both devoted to his family and his practice. Continuing with his childhood interest in tennis, he has an active participation in local tennis clubs.

EDUCATION

B.S.–Arizona State University

D.D.S.–West Virginia University School of Dentistry

M.S., Endodontics–West Virginia University School of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS

American Dental Association

American Association of Endodontics

Khristi Poidmore D.D.S. Periodontist

Dr. Poidmore says, “One of the greatest services that I can provide for patients is helping them improve and maintain their oral health. My goal is to provide each patient with the highest quality comprehensive periodontal care. The goal of achieving and maintaining oral health is very important so the patient can function, be comfortable, and be esthetically happy with their teeth for the rest of their life.”

After earning her degree in Biology from the University of San Diego, Dr. Poidmore wa s awareded her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Creighton University School of Dentistry. She received her Certificate of Periodontology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

She is a member of many organizations including the American Board of Periodontology, the American Association of Periodontists, the Arizona Association of Periodontists, the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association and the Southern Arizona Dental Society.

When Dr. Poidmore spends time away from the office, she enjoys reading, running, golfing, playing tennis and spending time with her husband and two beautiful children.

Education

B.S.,Biology–University of San Diego

D.D.S.–Creighton University School of Dentistry

Certificate of Periodontology–University of Nebraska Medical Center

Affiliations

Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology

American Association of Periodontists

Arizona Association of Periodontists

Academy of Osseointegration

American Dental Association

Arizona Dental Association

Southern Arizona Dental Society

Robert Yong D.D.S., Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

ABOUT ME

Dr. Yong says, “The best part of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is the ability to change people’s lives. From restoring smiles with dental implants to saving faces through reconstruction it’s a very rewarding profession.”

As a highly trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Yong specializes in Trauma, Orthognathic Surgery, Pathology, Bone Grafting, Dentoalveolar Surgery, Dental Implants, and Outpatient Anesthesia. Dr. Yong is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Yong completed a General Practice Residency at the Nassau University Medical Center.

After finishing his postgraduate dental training he went on to complete his Oral Surgery training in with the University of California San Francisco, Community Health Centers in Fresno, CA. In an effort to keep up with technology and great advances in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Yong regularly attends numerous training and educational seminars.

He is also an active member of several organizations including the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Arizona Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

EDUCATION

D.D.S.–State University of New York at Buffalo School Of Dental Medicine

General Practice Residency–Nassau University

Medical Center Oral Surgery training–University of California San Francisco

AFFILIATIONS

Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

American Dental Association

Arizona Dental Association

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Arizona Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons