Bruce Nelson DDS

Born in Ames, Iowa, Bruce Nelson, DDS is an almost native Arizonan, having lived here since 1960. He received his BS degree in Biology from the University of Arizona in 1972 and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University Dental School in 1977. He has proven his skills in exceptional dentistry in a General Dentistry Practice in Phoenix since 1977. In 1986, Dr. Nelson completed a two-year post-graduate program in Orthodontics, and has completed numerous post-graduate courses i...Read Moren the diagnosis and treatment of TMJ dysfunction, Cosmetic bonding and Veneering techniques, Laser Dentistry, as well as attending ongoing continuing education classes and Dental study clubs. He is also certified in the use of Invisalign orthodontic treatment. Dr. Nelson is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Arizona State Dental Association, the Central Arizona Dental Association, and several other professional organizations. Dr. Nelson has been performing LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) for periodontal disease since 2003 and is the most experienced LANAP doctor in the City of Phoenix. Read Less

Paula Thomasson, FAADOM, is doing what she has always wanted to do since she was a little girl. She has been in the dental field for over thirty years, starting as a dental assistant. Paula has been an office manager for over twenty years and received her Fellowship in the American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM) in August 2015 in Nashville, Tennessee. Paula is an active AADOM member, an Ambassador on the Fellowship Committee and is the President and Founder of the Desert Gold ...Read MoreArizona Chapter of AADOM since 2015. She loves spending time with her husband, children and grand kids. Read Less

Wendy moved to Arizona after graduating with honors from Indiana University's Dental Hygiene program. She has loved caring for the patients at Dr. Bruce Nelson's office for over 30 years, and has her laser certification from the Institute of Advanced Laser Dentistry (MVP-7 laser). Her goal is been to help her patients improve their general health through excellent dental health. When she is not caring for her patients, Wendy enjoys her time with her husband and family and two kitties.