Our Team

Dr. Gina Elrod is a graduate of Indiana University School of Dentistry Class of 2001. Dr. Gina Elrod received her undergraduate degree from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She practiced dentistry in Indiana until moving to Arizona in 2010 with her husband Ryan and their two sons, Vincent and Jack. Dr. Gina Elrod has a passion for helping her patients and educating them on the importance of oral health in relation to their overall health. She believes every patient should have a positive dental experience and helps them feel comfortable with her gentle and caring nature.

Dr. Gina Elrod is very excited to be practicing in Arizona at AZ Lifetime Dentistry. She is highly trained in Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign and Laser Dentistry. She also enjoys all aspects of general dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association (AzDA) , Central Arizona Dental Society and various study clubs.

Outside the office, Dr. Gina Elrod loves spending time with her husband, Ryan, their two sons, and their 2 Morkies, Ellie and Bear. She enjoys watching her sons play sports, traveling and enjoying the beauty and active lifestyle that Arizona has to offer.

Friendly and compassionate, Dr. Nguyen always knew she wanted to be in healthcare because she enjoys taking care of others and getting to work with her hands. She also loves being a dentist because she enjoys meeting new patients and connecting with them on a personal level while creating happy smiles.

Born and raised in the beach town of Ventura, California, she studied classical piano for 13 years before graduating from UCLA. Then Dr. Nguyen moved to Arizona to earn her master’s and dental degrees from Midwestern University. She loves exploring Phoenix both through her mouth, by discovering new restaurants across the valley, and also her eyes, by hiking the desert and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. She also enjoys nerding out by collecting Pokemon cards.

If Dr. Nguyen could max out a credit card, she would spend it all on making memories while traveling. She wants to see the world, including Antarctica, and try all the different cuisines. Someday she hopes to eat in a Michelin starred restaurant, visit Vietnam to learn more about her heritage and roots, and buy her own dental office.

Dr. Donald Provenzale, Jr. graduated Loyola University School of Dentistry, Maywood, IL in 1988 at the top of his class, and subsequently entered residency training in Anesthesiology at Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, IL. At the time, he was given the opportunity to pursue an M.D. degree and continue training toward becoming a board-certified Anesthesiologist. Due to his love for Dentistry, however, he declined the offer.

He then enrolled in the Medical College of Georgia dental implant training program, ultimately leading to being awarded the highest distinction within the discipline of Implant Dentistry—— Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry. He is recognized as a leader in the field of Oral Implantology and has lectured extensively on the subject. He currently serves as the President of the Central District of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) and as a faculty member of the AAID’s Chicago dental implant training program.

Dr. Provenzale strongly believes that treating patients with compassion and honesty, combined with the highest level of competence is the only way to practice Dentistry. Building a foundation of trust by treating his patients as special individuals is the very essence of his practice.

Credentials:

• Board-certified Oral Implantologist
• Diplomate, American Board of Oral
• Implantology/Implant Dentistry
• President, American Academy of Implant Dentistry—Central District
• Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• Certificate, Medical College of Georgia Dental Implant Training Program
• Faculty, American Academy of Implant Dentistry Chicago Maxicourse™ Dental Implant training program
• Diplomate, National Dental Board of Anesthesiology
• Fellow, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
• Certificate, Medical Residency training in Anesthesiology
• Certificate, Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Hobbies: Music (trumpet), Ice hockey

Dani is passionate about teaching patients that great dental health starts at home, and she loves giving extra TLC to patients who are coming into the office in pain. Helping people who need it, and sending them off with a smile, is what motivates her every day.

Born in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, Dani grew up in Phoenix and graduated from Alhambra High School before attending Altrain Dental Assisting Academy and then getting her EFDA at Phoenix College.

Dani is married and has two little ones at home. She loves to read, take walks, and watch movies with her family. Dani’s bucket list includes buying a beautiful new house and traveling to Jerusalem and Rome.

Kimberly finds great joy in supporting patients throughout their treatment and witnessing the transformation in their smiles. She has a heart for people who experience anxiety when visiting the dentist and is dedicated to ensuring a comfortable visit. For Kimberly, seeing patients leave the office happy and confident is the most rewarding part of her job.

Born and raised in Arizona, Kimberly continues to call this beautiful state home. She is passionate about educating patients on the importance of oral health and is on the waitlist for the dental hygiene program. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, going to baseball games, and playing softball. An animal lover at heart, Kimberly is also the proud owner of a German Shepherd-Rottweiler mix named Bruno and dreams of traveling more and buying a house. If she could travel anywhere in the world, she would love to visit Japan and experience its rich culture.

Meet our Office Manager, Anya! With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Oregon State University and an EMT certificate from Central Oregon Community College, she found the perfect blend of her business background and medical interest in the dental field. Born in California and raised in North Idaho, she moved to Peoria, Arizona, eight years ago and has enjoyed the desert life ever since. Her favorite part of dentistry is seeing patients leave the office with a big smile. From helping patients understand their insurance benefits to coordinating treatment and answering questions, she’s always ready to make each visit smooth and enjoyable.

Outside the office, she loves hiking, trying new restaurants, and cooking delicious meals. She and her husband, Marcus, have a family of four boys, a Desert Tortoise, and a cat. On weekends, you might find her playing card games or planning her next travel adventure—Niagara Falls, Italy, and an Alaska cruise are at the top of her bucket list! With a passion for patient care and a warm smile to greet every visitor, she’s excited to be part of the team and make a difference in our patient’s lives.