Dr. Michael Weiss
Dr. Michael Weiss emigrated from Hungary when he was 3 years old. In 1948, he graduated from Ohio State Dental School and came to Arizona to practice. He also served in the Dental Corp during the Korean War.
His idea was that a job was not just a job, but a mission – that being able to serve is the highest honor one can attain. He believed that quietly, carefully, good works pay dividends; make our community better.
He died at the age of 68, twenty-five years ago. He passed on a Thursday, and he had scheduled patients. We carry his mission and his torch.
Dr. David Weiss
In 1979, after graduating from the prestigious dental school at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, Dave worked for the Indian Health Services while building his private practice. He later joined his father, Michael Weiss in his Phoenix practice.
As his practice grew, Dr. Dave left the Indian Health Service, but continued his commitment to underserved people by volunteering weekly at St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Mercy Care Dental Clinic, and more recently by seeing refugee patients, especially children.
Quality, consistency, and personal attention are hallmarks of David’s practice- not to be remiss, also his humor and easy-going style. He truly sees his patients as his dental family. Many have been with him for 30 years or more and has watched children grow up, go to college, and have children of their own…who then became his patients.
Recently retired, Dr. Dave has plenty to do – he enjoys writing, playing the guitar, sailing, and is an avid cyclist. He co-founded a group of 50-some road-bikers who ride together three days a week. “In this age of impersonal medicine, I feel blessed to have offered a personal alternative to the large faceless dental clinic.”
Dr. Ivette Jorge
Dentist
Dr. Ivette Jorge is a Miami, Florida, native with deep roots in the dental profession. Attending a dental assistant vocational program, the entirety of her high school career, she has continuously trained and worked in dental offices since the age of fourteen. After graduating high school as Valedictorian, she went on to attend New York University as a Martin Luther King scholar. Seeking a dental school that emphasized altruism, public health, and whole-body care, Dr. Jorge moved across the country to Mesa, Arizona where she attended the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. Here she graduated with a dual degree: a doctorate in Dental Medicine and a master’s in public health.
She has been working the Valley for five years and has loved making this vibrant city her home. Dr. Ivette is truly passionate about the dental field and takes great pride in delivering the highest quality of compassionate care to her patients. It is the opportunity to serve and heal those in her community that gives her the greatest sense of purpose.
She devotes her spare time to continuing her education and volunteering in her local community. She has even served on dental mission trips across the world, including the Dominican Republic, Peru, and Ecuador.
Outside the clinic Dr. Ivette enjoys spending time with her family who recently moved to Tucson, eating at new restaurants around town (if you have any recommendations, please let her know!), and traveling to new and exciting places! She hopes to serve you and your family and build meaningful relationships along the way.
Brittany
Dental Hygienist
Brittany is a Kansas City, MO native (GO CHIEFS!) and graduated from the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry. She is an active member of the American Dental Hygiene Association and takes pride in networking within the Dental community.
Brittany moved to Arizona at the end of 2021 for a change of scenery and a new experience. Brittany comes from a family of first responders, and she continued the pattern by being a member of the Kansas Air National Guard.
Brittany is a vital part of our team. Not only does she help maintain and improve gum health, but she cares for the person- she gentle in her touch and inspiring with all her knowledge. Dr. Ivette likes to joke that the patients are either “cackling laughing” or “purring like kittens” while getting their teeth cleaned.
Outside of dentistry, Brittany enjoys traveling, attending sporting events and spending time with her family, friends, and fur babies.
Ana
Dental Assistant
Ana is an Arizona native; she joined our office through externing with her dental assistant program at Phoenix College. Her favorite thing about being in the dental field is that she is always learning and growing with our office.
Ana’s kind deposition contributes to the peacefulness of the office. She is thoughtful and deliberate in everything she does and is sure to have you feel safe. She is cross-trained in both clinical duties and front office tasks, so if you blink you might miss her- she’s that good!
Outside of the office, Ana enjoys trying new places to eat, collecting figures, comics, and playing video games.
Melissa
Front Desk Administrator
Melissa is an Arizona native but recently moved back from Texas. She then joined our team becoming the hub of patient information and office management! She is the first smile you will see when you walk into the office and is the life of the party here!
Melissa is married and has two adult children. Going to the movies with her family and family dinners are her favorite. She loves to go to the gym and hike. She also has fur babies and reptilian babies.
America
Dental Assistant
America has been a dental assistant for 10+ years and still is enjoying every moment of it. Coming from a large, close-knit family she has a warm bright personality that is certain to have you feel right at home. She is also good at indulging Dr. Ivette on her puns and jokes – so get ready for some cheesy jokes which we enjoy and are the most painful parts of the visits.
As an Arizona native, America still loves to get out and explore the area with family and friends. When she’s not working in the office, you can find her spending time and trying new things with her daughter. Fun fact: her daughter was born with teeth!