Dr. Gordon founded Smile Fitness Dental Center in 1987 to deliver excellent family dentistry at affordable prices. Born and raised in New York, he is a graduate ofCity College of New YorkandNew York University College of Dentistry. After receiving his DDS in 1971, Dr. Gordon served in the United States Air Force for six years and provided dental care for our troops. He moved to Arizona in 1976.
Dr. Gordon has been a lecturer for theAmerican Academy of Dental Group Practices and is a member of theAlpha Omega Dental Fraternity. He is the recipient of The Communicator Award as well as the Air Force Commendation Medal for Meritorious Service. Dr. Gordon was the first dentist in the 2nd Air Force Division to receive this award. He is a Diamond Leader in theCommanders Club of Disabled American Veterans.
His nine granddaughters fill his life with joy. When he's not practicing dentistry or spending time with his family, Dr. Gordon likes to play tennis and watch basketball, tennis and football. He supports Luke Air Force Base and Disabled American Veterans.
He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and has had advanced training at the Las Vegas Institute for Cosmetic Dentistry. He has also had postgraduate training in the placement and restoration of implants. He was a Clinical Instructor in Restorative Dentistry at St. Josephs Hospital Health Center. He is a member of the American and Arizona Dental Associations. Dr. Florento is currently an instructor at Midwestern University College of Dentistry.