OUR TEAM
THE TEAM
From our doctors, dental hygienists and dental assistants to our lab technicians and office staff, we show that the best customer experience comes from a genuine care and concern. Our goal is to ensure every appointment is comfortable, relieves any discomfort or gives you the smile you've always wanted!
MIKHAIL PROKOPETS, DDS
Dr Prokopets is hailing from Kirovograd, Ukraine, where he attended and graduated from Kirovograd Music College with a degree in Music Theory and Composition. He then graduated from Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1986.
After emigrating to the USA Dr Prokopets attended and graduated from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1994.
It is our intent to show you what quality dentistry can mean for your smile. In addition to dental care backed by years of training and experience, our office is also a place in which patient comfort and convenience are prioritized. When you visit our office, you can expect to be treated in the same manner we would treat our family. Your concerns are important to us, and we want to make sure all of your questions are answered so you understand what your options are to support, repair, or cosmetically enhance your smile. Whether your needs revolve around prevention, or you would like to improve some aspect of your smile with restorative or cosmetic care, know that you are in the capable hands of Dr Mikhail Prokopets and team at the office.
SPENCER TORGERSON, DMD
Dr. Spencer Torgerson brings a unique perspective to dentistry that comes from his years of experience in other professions. Before finding his passion in the dental field, he built custom homes for a number of years in the East Valley. The experience he gained being able to see a project from an idea all the way through to completion has been a valuable asset to practicing dentistry. He is able to relate with patients on a personal level across a variety of backgrounds.
Dr. Torgerson’s desire to pursue a career change to dentistry was fueled by a combination of personal medical issues and lack of empathetic doctors, as well as a desire to follow in his grandfather’s example as a selfless physician. He has always remembered a line from a poem which his grandfather wrote that was hanging in his medical office: “Help me that I may listen patiently, diagnose carefully, prescribe conscientiously, and follow through faithfully.”
Dr. T (as he is affectionately called by his patients) earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Louisville. He is an active member of the American Dental Association. He loves to learn and stay on the cutting edge of technology. He has developed and improved several advancements in the dental field and currently holds two patents on dental devices. Dr. T enjoys sharing his knowledge with others in the profession and was an adjunct professor at a University. Nothing gives him more joy than being able to see patients completely change their disposition when their oral health has been improved.
Outside of the dental practice, Dr. T enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, being outdoors, woodworking, and remodel projects. He is pretty handy, and there are very few things he can’t fix or repair.
JENNA, RDH
Jenna is our Dental Hygienist at AZOHC and she understands that every patient's dental needs are unique, which is why she provides personalized dental care tailored to meet your individual needs. Jenna takes the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs and goals.
CARMEN
Carmen is our Office Manager at Arizona Oral Health Center, where we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality dental care possible. We use only the best materials and equipment, and we adhere to strict sterilization and safety protocols to ensure the health and well-being of our patients.
ILIANA, EFDA
Iliana is an Expanded-Function Dental Assistant at Arizona Oral Health Center and she is originally from Nogales, Arizona. She moved to Phoenix in 2010 to pursue her interest in healthcare. Although there are many interesting avenues in health care, dentistry drew her in, and she quickly knew she wanted to be apart of it.
In 2013 she graduated from Pima Medical Institute as a Registered Dental Assistant. In the past 6 years Iliana has grown her expertise using modern technology in dentistry. She has since furthered her education and is now X-ray, Infection Control, and Coronal Polish Certified. She is great at understanding patients wants and needs when it comes to being in the dental chair. She makes our patients her #1 priority and her goal is to always make sure they feel comfortable and happy with their treatment.
Outside the office Iliana enjoys being with family and friends. She has recently become an aunt and loves spending time with her new nephew. Her hobbies include attending concerts, going to the gym and hanging out with her two “spoiled rotten” dogs.