Our Team | Martinez Family Dentistry

Our Story

20 years of caring for Phoenix — one family at a time.

"I started this practice because I believed Phoenix families deserved a dentist who knew their names, remembered their histories, and had time to actually listen. That belief hasn't changed."

— Dr. Maria Martinez

What began as a solo general dentistry practice has grown into something Dr. Martinez is immensely proud of — a full-service family dental home with specialist pediatric care, a team of dedicated professionals, and thousands of patients who've grown up and sent their own children through these doors.

The addition of the new pediatric wing and Dr. James Chen marks the practice's most significant expansion yet — bringing specialized children's dental care under one roof with the adult care families already trust.

Meet the Team in Person

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20+

Years in Phoenix

Meet Our Providers

The Martinez Family Dentistry team

20+

Years of Experience

Founder & Lead Dentist

Dr. Maria Martinez, DDS

Dr. Martinez founded this practice over two decades ago with a clear vision: dentistry that feels personal, not transactional. In a city where patients can feel like numbers, she wanted to build a practice where the dentist actually knew who you were — your health history, your anxieties, your goals.

She brings deep expertise in general and cosmetic dentistry, with a particular passion for restorative work — helping patients reclaim smiles they lost to decay, damage, or neglect. Many of her most meaningful cases are patients who came in embarrassed and left with their confidence restored.

Today, with the practice expanded and Dr. Chen leading pediatric care, Dr. Martinez has achieved what she set out to build: a place where every member of a Phoenix family, from infant to grandparent, can receive excellent, personalized dental care under one roof.

Specializes In

General & Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Care, Smile Makeovers

Languages

English · Español

Pediatric Specialist

Dr. James Chen, DDS

Dr. Chen joined Martinez Family Dentistry to lead the practice's new pediatric wing — a purpose-built space designed around the specific needs and anxieties of young patients. His specialist training in pediatric dentistry goes beyond technique: he understands child psychology, developmental milestones, and how to build trust with patients who have good reason to be nervous.

His approach is built on patience. He never rushes a young patient. He explains everything in age-appropriate language. He uses gentle techniques and takes the time to celebrate every small victory — because a child who leaves the dentist feeling brave and proud is a child who will maintain their oral health for life.

Dr. Chen works closely with Dr. Martinez to ensure seamless care as patients transition from pediatric to adult dentistry — the same trusted practice, a new provider, continuous comprehensive records.

Specializes In

Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive Care, Child Anxiety Management

Focus

Ages 0–18, Infant First Visits, Orthodontic Assessments

Pediatric

Specialist — New Wing

Registered Dental Hygienist

Sarah, RDH

Sarah is often the first team member patients see when they walk through the door — and her warmth sets the tone for every visit. As our registered hygienist, she performs the professional cleanings, oral health assessments, and patient education that are the backbone of preventive care.

She's particularly skilled at helping anxious patients feel comfortable. Many patients who arrived terrified of dental cleanings are now among her most loyal returning patients — not because she worked magic, but because she listened, was gentle, and explained every step as she went.

Sarah's thorough oral health assessments are often the first line of detection for issues like gum disease, oral cancer, and early decay — catching things early when they're still easy to treat.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) · Preventive Care Specialist

What We Stand For

How we practice dentistry

Patient First, Always

Every decision we make starts with what's best for the patient in front of us — not what's most profitable, not what's fastest. We will always tell you the full picture and let you decide.

Honest Dentistry

We don't oversell treatment. We explain what's necessary, what's optional, and what can safely wait. Our patients trust us because we've earned it — one straight conversation at a time.

Community Roots

We've been neighbors on Camelback Road for over 20 years. The Phoenix community has given us so much — we try to give back through patient education, preventive focus, and fair pricing.

The people who care for your family