Dr. Donald N Clifford

Dr. Clifford graduated with honors from Arizona State University. He received his doctorate degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. He was awarded top honors in his class for oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Dr. Clifford served in the United States Air Force from 1983-1986. While there, he received extensive training in diagnosis, endodontics, oral surgery, I.V. and nitrous oxide sedation and was appointed head of the prosthodontics department.
Dr. Clifford has remained committed to continued education. He has studied Temporal Mandibular Dysfunction (TMJ) under the direction of Dr. Tanaka at UC San Diego. Additionally, Dr. Clifford completed a "Comprehensive Esthetic Residency" program under the tutolage of Dr. Bruce Crispin of Esthetic Professionals where he received many hours of advanced training in cosmetic dentistry and bonding (please view the photo gallery under "our services"). He is also certified in laser dentistry. He is a member of the …American Dental Association, the Central Arizona Dental Society, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Care, confidence and quality embody Dr. Clifford's philosophy of dentistry. His desire is to make his patients feel comfortable and at ease while at the same time providing the best treatment dental medicine has to offer.
To this end, Dr. Clifford has put together a staff of wonderful, highly trained, friendly people. His office is equipped with the latest in dental technology, from lasers to intraoral cameras. Flat screen televisions, DVDs, stereo headphones and nitrous oxide are available in the treatment rooms for his patients' added comfort. Also, "the wand" is offered to help minimize any discomfort from anesthesia.
On a personal note, Dr. Clifford is a native of Arizona. He especially enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Darlene, and their four children. They like camping, hiking and exploring the countryside.