Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DMD

University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, Las Vegas, NV

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Academy of General Dentists

Personal Bio

Dr. Mallory has been practicing dentistry for 4 years. He and his wife have 4 children. He enjoys going to Disneyland with his family and golfing with friends.

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer for Give Kids A Smile; Part-time faculty member at University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine; Volleyball, Basketball and T-ball coach for Surprise Arizona Youth Sports, Boy Scouts of America, LDS Church Young Men's Organization.

Personal Quote

"The most gratifying moments I experience as a dentist are with cosmetic cases! Those patients are able to receive THE beautiful smiles that have a huge impact in their lives."

DDS

Creighton University School of Dentistry, Omaha, NE

BS

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, Dr. Mitchell enjoys golf, travel, photography, and watching comedies.

Personal Quote

“My patients can take comfort in knowing that I’m approachable and understanding. Listening to my patients is a key tool I use to deliver comfortable, quality care.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Mitchell’s favorite author is Vince Flynn.

DDS

Meharry Medical College, School of Dentistry, Nashville, TN

BS

Rutgers University, Rutgers College, New Brunswick, NJ

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Patel has been practicing dentistry since 2001. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.

Volunteer Experience

Dental screenings & treatment, volunteer at local church (2 yrs)

Personal Quote

"I strive to treat all my patients like one of my own family members. My goal is to educate patients and provide the best dental care possible."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Patel’s favorite books are “Da Vinci Code” and the Harry Potter series. He also enjoys watching ESPN, the History Channel, HGTV, and Animal Planet. For vacation, Dr. Patel loves to travel to Hawaii and Cabo.

DMD

Boston University, Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA

MS

Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, Faculty Consultant to the Medical College of Georgia's Department of Periodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Madi has been practicing dentistry for over 4 years. He is married and has 2 sons. In his spare time, Dr. Madi enjoys golf, tennis, and exercising. He hopes to one day finish a half-marathon.

Awards

AADR Pfizer Hatton Award finalist, Southern Academy of Periodontology Billy Pennel Memorial Research Competition: Second Place Winner, International College of Dentists Award 2004 at Boston University

Achievements

Diplomate of American Board of Periodontology; Certificates: 3 year post-doctoral residency certificate in Advanced Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

Personal Quote

"Regardless of your periodontal health, my staff and I are not only committed to the long-term health of your teeth and gums but also to providing you with unprecedented comfort."

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

DMD

Oregon Health Sciences University, School of Dentistry, Portland, OR

BS

Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR

Personal Bio

Dr. Bolesta and his wife Amie have one daughter named Haylie. When not busy practicing dentistry, he enjoys basketball, video games, and spending time outdoors with his family.

Volunteer Experience

Provided dental care and set-up temporary clinics in Honduras with Global Health Outreach; pro bono dental care to children of low-income families in Portland Oregon with Northwest Medical Teams; involved in oral hygiene demonstrations at local elementary schools; participated in Give Kids a Smile in 2004, 2005, 2006; volunteered for Nevada State Health Division Oral Health Program during the Nevada Third Grade Basic Screening Survey; high school youth leader from 1999-2003 at Living Hope Church; in excess of 300 hours of volunteer community service while a dental student

Patient Impact

"Being an orthodontist, many of my patients look forward to their visits. One patient in particular had such a positive experience that she is actively pursuing a dental degree with plans to become an orthodontist. She made me promise to never change the fun way I interact with patients."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Bolesta enjoys reading the Bible in his spare time. His favorite film is "Dumb and Dumber," and his favorite TV show is "The Simpsons."

DMD

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

BS

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Certificate in Endodontics

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburg, PA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontics, CADS, Synergy Study Club

Personal Bio

Dr. Melde has been practicing dentistry since 1982. He has four children; three boys and 1 girl. He believes his biggest strengths are that he is family oriented and that he quickly makes friends with everyone he meets.

Awards

AAE award for Endodontics at the University of Pittsburgh

Personal Quote

“I want my patients to feel at home. Everyone is treated as a family member. My goal is to make their visit so comfortable that they say ‘wow, that was easy’, ‘are we already done’, and ‘that didn’t hurt at all.’”