A graduate of Temple University in Philadelphia, Dr. Craig S. Howden is a member of the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, Spear Education Faculty Club.

Dr. Howden also attended Arizona State University, where he got his BS degree.

Volunteer Experience:

• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Youth Leader (past 10 years)
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2-year missionary service in Argentina

Languages: English, Spanish

“I created the 89A team because I insist on providing the best dental care for my patients. Here you will find top-notch dentistry, the highest quality materials and latest dental technology to literally “show” you what’s going on in your mouth so you can have a voice in your own dental care. Two of the many things I love in life are dentistry and classic cars. Mix the two together and you have 89A Dental Care! I love what I do.

My wife, Christina, and I moved to Prescott Valley in 2009 with our oldest son, Isaac, in tow. In 2011, our twin boys, Luke and Jonah, came into our family. We love Prescott Valley and enjoy raising our boys here.”

“89A Dental Care has been a marvelous journey and being associated with the wonderful team and superb patients here is one of the great privileges of my life. Our philosophy is to provide excellent dental care of the highest standards. I will help you achieve the highest level of treatment that you desire. I will strive to ensure integrity, quality, and precision in all of my work. I will also work to empower you, the patient, with the knowledge and information needed to make informed decisions regarding your dental health. My patients are considered as family, and I will treat you in a caring,
understanding, and thorough manner.

My family and I moved to Prescott Valley in 2013 and we have since fallen in love with the area. My wife, Britta, and I have five wonderful children. After having spent time in Utah, New York, and New Mexico, we are happy to have put down roots here. We enjoy growing our family, alongside yours, as part of this great community.”

Dr. Bennion is a member of the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association, the Northern Arizona Dental Society, and SPEAR Education.

Education:

Dr. Bennion attended State University of New York at Buffalo where he received his DDS degree. Prior to that he attained BA degree in Spanish from Southern Utah University where he studied Chemistry and Biology.

Volunteer Experience:

• Buffalo Outreach and Community Assistance (Care given in a community setting for underserved and needy populations; Dental services donated in Tennessee, Dominican Republic, and Tonga)
• Yasawa Dental Project; Initiated in 2017, we sponsor; and carry out dental missions in the Yasawa Islands archipelago of Fiji where we provide annual services to several outlying villages. The initiative has delivered continuous care to over 1000 people and donates more than $100k in material and services each year and growing! This is a long-time dream come true and brings me great personal satisfaction and joy
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2-year missionary service in the Dominican Republic, continued participation in leadership and youth programs my entire life.

Languages:  English, Spanish

“In 2018, I joined the 89A Dental Care team because of their dedication to patients in putting them first and providing the best care possible.  My goal is to involve patients in all aspects of their dental care.  I want patients to be able to see and understand what we are looking at and be included in the treatment planning process.  I am excited by the ever-improving technology in dentistry and like to use both new and traditional techniques to provide patients with the highest level of care possible. I am thrilled to have found a dental home at 89A Dental Care with people who share my love and dedication to the members of our community.

I was born and raised in Prescott and have lived in Arizona for my entire life.  After attending Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff and the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health at A.T. Still University in Mesa, my husband and I returned to Prescott in 2014 to be near family and to raise our two young children.”

Education:
Dr. Steele is a graduate of the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona.  She is a member of the American Dental Association, the Arizona Dental Association, and the Northern Arizona Dental Society, and the SPEAR Education Community.

Dr. Steele is also a graduate of Northern Arizona University where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry.

Community Experience:
I enjoy helping to educate members of our community on topics of oral health and home care by visiting local schools and long-term care facilities.

Languages:  English, some Spanish and Italian

“I joined the 89A Dental Care team in 2022. I strive to provide my patients with the highest quality of dental care, oral health education, and compassion. I treat my patients like I would treat my beloved family.

I am an Argentinian, turned Arizonan. My beautiful wife and I met in Phoenix and have three wonderful children. We love the friendly community of Prescott Valley and surrounding area, and greatly enjoy the outdoors. I am excited to get to know each one of my patients and help them achieve their dental health goals.

Outside dentistry I enjoy rockhounding, lapidary work, bonsai art, and constantly learning about this beautiful world.”

Dr. Timpanaro is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of LDS Dentists, Spear Education, and gIDE institute.

Education:

Dr. Timpanaro graduated as a general dentist from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Glendale, Arizona. He continues to learn the newest dental techniques and materials to provide excellent quality dentistry to his patients.

“I joined the 89A dental team because of their commitment to patients. We share a philosophy of working with each patient to help make these important health decisions together. We build trust by making sure you are well informed of your options, and providing high quality dentistry that makes you happy. I love dentistry’s unique blend of art and science, and the satisfaction of helping you look great and feel even better!

My wife and I grew up in Tucson, and after growing our family in Utah, Ohio, and Virginia, we are so excited to be back home in Arizona with our four children. We are so grateful to be a part of this great community here in Prescott Valley. Our family loves spending time outdoors, fly-fishing, camping, and playing pretty much any sport. Just another reason to love the Arizona sunshine!”

Education:

Dr Flake received his DDS degree at The Ohio State University. Prior to that he attended The University of Arizona and Brigham Young University where he earned his BS in Physiology.

Volunteer Experience:

Scoutmaster for The Boy Scouts of America
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Two-year missionary service in Argentina

Languages: English, Spanish