OUR PRACTICE

Meet Our Team

modern dentistry in a comfortable environment

Providing compassionate, gentle dentistry is the heart of our practice. By offering accessible insurance and financing options, we are able to lower barriers to superior dental care, which allows us to make real differences in our patients’ lives. Everything we do at Woodside Dental Group is with you in mind. We love to have fun with our patients and hope that we will be able to form lasting friendships as we help maintain your smile. We always provide honest, straightforward advice and strive to keep you informed every step of the way.

Doctors

Dr. Derek Green, DMD

I was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. At age 15, I knew dentistry was my passion. My first job was in a dental laboratory fabricating oral appliances. My passion for learning the craft of delivering excellent dental care continued to develop as I assisted in as many different clinical settings including pediatric, cosmetic, general, and public health dentistry. I graduated from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in 2017 and worked in Arizona for a short time before moving to Alaska to settle my roots with my beautiful wife and family.

I always believed that dentistry can help change lives so I continue to educate myself in advanced dental procedures including implants, Invisalign, and cosmetic dentistry. My passion today is to use technology to assist in delivering the most comfortable dental experience possible.

Dr. Aivy Dao, DMD

Dr. Aivy Dao was born and raised in the Midwest. After being influenced by her older brother, a bouldering orthodontist, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University’s School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA. She has also further advanced her dental training with a one-year Graduate Residency Program (GPR) at St Joseph Mercy Oakland hospital in Pontiac, MI. She spent her early career practicing in Austin, TX working between 2 large multi-specialty group practices with underserved and pediatric populations.

Her favorite part of dentistry is developing bonds with patients, and her main priority is giving them high-quality services at our office. She prides herself in working extensively with patients with high dental anxiety to improve their experiences. She has special interests in root canal procedures, extractions, and utilizing new dental technologies to make dentistry simpler and educate patients. When Dr. Dao is not at the office, she spends her free time with her lovely friends, family, and significant other, a physician at Alaska Regional Hospital. She enjoys sauna culture, Asian cuisine, and learning about new people, places, and things. She also hopes to take up fishing in Alaska, as her parents’ hometown in Vietnam is a fishing village, and her ancestors have been fishermen for hundreds of years.

Dr. Joshua Clark, DMD

Hi, I’m Dr. Joshua Clark, and I’m excited to be joining the Woodside Dental Group team! Dentistry has always been the perfect fit for me—it combines my love for working with my hands with the science, artistry, and problem-solving that goes into creating healthy, beautiful smiles.

My approach to patient care is rooted in five core values: integrity, compassion, professionalism, patient-centered care, and excellence. I believe in providing what I call “next-level care,” going beyond the basics to ensure every patient receives the best possible treatment and experience. My goal is to not just fix problems but to prevent them, helping patients achieve long-term oral health. I stay up to date with the latest advancements in dentistry through ongoing education and training, always looking for new ways to improve patient outcomes.

For me, the best part of being a dentist is the relationships I build with my patients. I love getting to know each person who sits in my chair, finding common ground, and creating a comfortable, trusting environment. I want every visit to be a positive experience!

I grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and now I have an incredible wife, three amazing kids, and a dog who keeps us all on our toes. We love camping, hiking, and anything that gets us outdoors. Our home is the go-to fun spot for all the neighborhood kids, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! I’m also an active member of my church and have spent years teaching Sunday School for kids of all ages. I believe that being involved in people’s lives is the best way to serve my community.

I can’t wait to meet you and be a part of your dental care journey. Whether you need a routine checkup or more advanced treatment, I’m here to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile!