Meet the Team

Justin Palmer, DMD

Dr. Palmer grew up in Calgary and has been serving Calgary families for more than a decade. After graduating from Brigham Young University in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, he pursued his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Florida College of Dentistry and graduated in 2008.

Dr. Palmer enjoys expanding his knowledge and education by staying up to date on the latest best practices, techniques, and dental services available in the dental industry so that he can better serve his patients. Dr. Palmer always puts his patients first and has focused his education on reconstructive and cosmetic dentistry. He continues to expand his service and treatment offerings as the needs of his patients change.

Dr. Palmer works hard to minimize discomfort for his patients, reduce treatment times, and improve the quality of service offered by incorporating the latest technology and advances in treatment into his practice.

Dr. Palmer currently lives in Arizona with his wife and four children.

Daniel Lyu, DDS

Dr. Daniel J. Lyu earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry in 2007 and completed his general practice residency at Lincoln Medical Center in the Bronx in 2008. Dr. Lyu attended multiple continuing education courses given at the Spear Institute and Zimmer Biomet, focusing on implantology and aesthetic dental restorations. Dr. Lyu has completed 300 hours of education in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry MaxiCourses® at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and he is pursuing certification in implantology. He has also earned the distinction of Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry in the fall of 2022. Dr. Lyu is an active member of the American Dental Association®, Arizona Dental Association, American Association of Implant Dentistry and American Society of Forensic Odontology.

Outside of the office, Dr Lyu enjoys golf, fishing, and spending time outdoors with his wife, Jennifer, and their two children, Alexander and Olivia.

Joshua Heyrend, D.M.D.

Dr. Heyrend is an experienced and compassionate dentist with a passion for providing exceptional dental care. Originally from Idaho and raised in the Midwest, he has cultivated a diverse background that enriches his approach to dentistry. Dr. Heyrend began his higher education by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science with a Minor in Chemistry. This solid foundation in the sciences provided him with a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy and physiology, which he seamlessly integrates into his dental practice. His pursuit of dental education led him to the prestigious Western University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine in California, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Building on his dental school achievements, Dr. Heyrend undertook a post-graduate residency in Utah, further refining his skills in various specialized areas of dentistry. With a particular focus on dental emergencies, dental implants, impacted wisdom teeth, cosmetic dentistry, and root canal treatments, he ensures that his patients receive comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs.

 

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Meet Our Team

VIBE Dental is proud to present our amazing team! Professional and bubbly, our friendly team loves helping our patients get the most out of their smile. We are glad to provide a comforting atmosphere for you to enjoy as we see to your dental care in Mesa, Arizona. Call us at 480-800-8423 to learn more about our general and emergency dentists and team and schedule a visit with us!

Aubrey

DENTAL HYGIENIST

*bio coming soon*

Sally

Dental Hygienist

Sally has worked in dental hygiene ever since graduating from Temple University in 1984. While there, she assisted resident dental students in oral surgery and physical therapy and developed her lovely chairside manner. She worked in periodontics and endodontics before joining the Naval dental clinic in Charleston, and in 1992, she moved to Arizona to raise her family. When she is not in the office, Sally enjoys hiking, camping and fishing. She hopes to go whitewater rafting one day!

Mariam

Office Manager

Mariam is a transplant from California, where she was born and raised. She has worked in the front office since 2007 and is highly knowledgeable about dental insurance and benefits. She will help ensure that patients not only understand their treatment but also get the optimal coverages as well. In her free time, she likes to travel the world and visit new places. She has a little bunny named Thumper, a dog named Lola and a Leopard Gecko named Hydro, and she loves spending time with her family.

Victoria

Patient Coordinator

Victoria has been in dentistry since 2007. Her dental philosophy is to create a positive and friendly environment to make her patients as comfortable as possible. It is her passion to work in the dental field, which shows through her hard work and dedication to each patient she encounters. She is a loving, caring and compassionate mother and wife and loves spending quality time with her family in her free time.

Christine

Front Office

*Bio Coming Soon*

Naomi

Dental Assistant

*Bio Coming Soon*