Stephen Garner, DMD Dr. Garner grew up in a small town in northern Idaho. He started his undergraduate studies at Boise State but decided to finish at Northern Arizona University, where he received his BA in Spanish with a minor in biology. Dr. Garner received his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. His wife, Gretchen, is a native of Yuma and the two of them decided to come back to her roots to start a dental practice and raise a family. Dr. Garner is currently a member of the Yuma Dental Study Club, the Academy of General Dentistry, Southern Arizona Dental Society, Arizona Dental Association and the American Dental Association.
Thor G. Thorson, DDS Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Thorson attended Northern Arizona University where he obtained a bachelors degree in political science with a minor in chemistry. After graduation, Dr. Thorson relocated to the Midwest to attend the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dr. Thorson then practiced dentistry in rainy Oregon as part of a group practice. In August of 2009, Dr. Thorson moved to Yuma and has been enjoying the sun ever since. Dr. Thorson is active in the Yuma Dental Study Club and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Southern Arizona Dental Society, Arizona Dental Association and the American Dental Association. His wife, Katie, is also a Yuma native and they have five children.
Brittany Hancock Brittany graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene from Utah State and the Utah College of Dental Hygiene. She has been part of our team since 2016. Brittany loves our awesome patients and enjoys being part of such a great team.
Eryn Eryn graduated from NAU with a degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. She then attended the Rio Salado Dental Hygiene School to become a dental hygienist. She joined Gila Ridge Dental in 2016 and has over 23 years of experience in the dental field. She works hard to create an environment where our patients can feel comfortable and to develop a relationship with each patient she meets. Eryns favorite thing about being part of our practice is working with kind doctors and an energetic team.
Donna Donna joined our team in 2009 and has over 19 years of experience in the dental field. She graduated from Santa Fe High School and completed her vocational training as a dental assistant in Santa Fe. She has great bosses and enjoys being part of a practice that cares for both patients and employees. She finds caring for our patients to be very rewarding. Donna is dedicated to providing outstanding care to each person she meets.
Gregoria Gregoria joined Gila Ridge Dental in 2017. She has over 20 years of experience as a dental assistant and is certified in X-rays and coronal polishing. She is always learning something new and helping our dentists and patients achieve their goals.
Crystal Crystal graduated in 2010 from the American Institute of Dental Assisting School and is certified as a PRF dental phlebotomist as well as a dental assistant. She joined our team in 2017 and has over nine years of experience in the dental field. She enjoys comforting our patients and using her extensive knowledge and skills to help in all areas of our office. Crystal enjoys being part of a team that is passionate about providing quality dental services to our patients.
Jane Jane is originally from Pico Rivera, California, and has over 19 years of experience in the dental field. She enjoys being part of a team that gets along well and works together to help provide our patients with quality care. Jane has three children, two stepdaughters and two grandchildren. Outside of the office she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and bowling.
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 1441 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestBrenda Farris
a year ago
First-timer at Gila Ridge Dental for a cleaning, and I have to say Jessica hit it out of the ballpark! Jessica and Liz were an amazing team in my cleaning today!! Will definitely be back in 6 months for the next cleaning and keeping my teeth healthy w/her suggestions. Dr Thorson is very thorough and spends the time needed to create trust and understanding in his patients.
Rick Sherwood
a year ago
The staff and doc are clearly very good at their jobs. I've never had such a thorough review and exam, ever.Michelle, cleaning great job Terrific group
Ricky Leonne
a year ago
Dental Hygienist Michelle FTW. I've never had a periodontal exam done so quickly and painlessly. Like a real expert
Richard Witmer
a year ago
Incredible people and incredible care. I highly recommend Gila Ridge Dental.
Joey Allison
a year ago
Dr. Garner was great and Jessica did an awesome job. Great staff there. Happy to come back.
Karla Lobatos
a year ago
Staff was very friendly excellent service highly recommended
Sue Vincent
a year ago
Very nice professional technitions and business. Explains what is being done as they work on you, Patient and caring. I am happy I chose this dentistry for my health choices for care.
Kathryn Katz
a year ago
Jessica was wonderful, excellent, fabulous.
Wanda Garcia
a year ago
Michelle Thank you great
Diana Bartram
a year ago
Love this dentist office Dr Garner is a great dentist so happy to be able to get back to office after moving away for 3 years. Jessica did a great job cleaning my teeth gentle, thorough and very sweet.
I MJr
a year ago
More than just a routine cleaning, its an absolutely wonderful experience. Michelle, thank you for making sure I leave with a great smile.
Judy Overton
a year ago
Dr Garner and all the staff are very friendly ! This Dental Office is the best I came accross so far ! My anxiety about dentist is no more. Im comfortable with the staff and Dr Garner he is a very pleasant person and dentist and explains to his fullest what the procedure he is going to be doing ! Highly Reccomend !
Waterwaves
a year ago
Always a great experience with Gila ridge dental!!
Teri Van Wagner
a year ago
Michelle. What a great cleaning. I've always been ultra sensitive to cleanings, but today was awesome! Thank you.
Dianne Jacot
a year ago
Michelle Great job on my cleaning Thank you. She is very professional and friendly.
Stefanie Harbour Marchant
a year ago
My new hygienist Jess was awesome. She really took the time to listen to my concerns. Always a great experience!
Garnette Dean
a year ago
Looking to get your smile back? This is the place. Dr. Thorson redid the work I had performed south of the board approx'ly 5 yrs ago. I had a terrible allergic reaction to the metal in the crowns, which I was promised were total porcelain. Thank you Gila Ridge Dental for keeping me and my gums healthy.
John Gill
a year ago
The quality of service was excellent.
Jasanne Endsley
a year ago
Michelle F.
kris warren
a year ago
Erin is amazing from the second I walked in to the last moment when I left she made me feel welcome. She was super nice. I've never laughed at the dentist before. Hands down the best experience Iver ever had in a dentist chair. Totally awesome.
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