Casa Grande, AZ Family Dentist

Empire Dental

Oral Surgeon

Dr. Eric Engel, DDS, MD - Dr. Engel graduated from University of California School of Dentistry, University of Texas-Houston Medical School and completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Texas-Houston. Dr Engel specializes in the treatment of problems of the mouth, jaws, teeth and face. Dr. Engel has specialized knowledge, skill, and advanced training in anesthesia, and is qualified to perform intricate oral and facial bone surgeries, wisdom tooth removals, and dental implants.

General Dentist

Dr. Mark Engel, DDS -  Dr. Mark Engel graduated from the cutting edge University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Dental Branch in 2003.  He promptly moved to Arizona and began practicing his passion, dentistry.  His level of commitment and compassion are evident as he proclaims, "I love being a dentist!  I especially like meeting people and having the opportunity to help them however I can."  He has served on the board of directors for the MCC Dental Hygiene program for the last two years.  Dr. Engel a keeps abreast of new procedures and ideas by attending continuing education courses regularly. Dr. Engel enjoys spending time biking, camping and gardening with his two amazing boys, Joseph and Stephen.

Office Manager

Stephanie Randall - As the practice's Office Manager, Stephanie brings 15 years of dental experience working in the front and back office with patients, procedures, insurance companies, and financing.  She loves the feeling of creating long-lasting dental relationships with patients built on trust and mutual respect. She is among a unique group of people, as you won't find a more genuine, honest, and caring person.  You will definitely "feel like family" when you work with Stephanie, as she does her best to eliminate any "surprises" and puts herself in our patient's 'shoes' to better serve them. "I absolutely LOVE working at Empire Dental.  I have the best job in the world.  The patients are fabulous and our dental team is the BEST in Casa Grande. I am so proud to be a part of such a genuine group of people." ~ Stephanie

Registered Dental Hygienist

Christine Greco, RDH - Christine comes to our practice with 10 years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.  She graduated with a Dental Hygiene degree in 2000 from NTC in Wisconsin.  Her studies and continuing education have qualified her in the latest advances in Dentistry.  Christine is a highly-skilled and professional Hygienist known for her compassion and exemplary care. Christine and her husband, David (both originally from Wisconsin) love camping, hiking, kayaking and pretty much anything that involves the outdoors.  Christine enjoys traveling back 'home' to Wisconsin to be with family and friends and taking weekend trips with her hubby.

Dental Assistants

Anna Maria Calvo, CDA - Anna Maria brings to the practice 12 years experience as a Certified Dental Assistant.  She has a passion for dentistry and says "I can’t imagine doing anything else".  She is a member of the Arizona Dental Association as well as the American Dental Assistants Association. Anna Maria grew up in Eloy and moved to Tucson right after high school to pursue her education in dentistry.  She recently moved back to Casa Grande and we are fortunate to have her as part our our team, as her dedication and knowledge and excellence in patient care are unique! Anna Maria has 3 boys ages 10, 2 and her youngest is under a year old.  When she is not spending time with her boys you will find her working on her other passion which is arts & crafts and being a Stampin' Up! Representative.

Jennifer Root, CDA - Jennifer has been a Dental Assistant for 13 "awesome" years, she explains.  She loves coming to work everyday to help people enhance their smiles and improve their health.  Jennifer always strives to make each patient's experience as comfortable as possible. Jennifer is new to Arizona so in her spare time she is busy exploring the area with her husband, Alan, and daughter, Lily.

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