Mount Graham Dental
Eric K. Curtis, DDS, MAGD  ·  General Dentistry 1530 S 20th Avenue, Safford, Arizona 85546 928-428-5331
Safford, Arizona · Serving the Gila Valley since 1987

Dentistry practiced as a discipline — and delivered as a partnership.

Mount Graham Dental provides comprehensive general, restorative, and periodontal care for families across Graham County. Our approach is simple: the doctor and patient work as a team, treatment proceeds at your pace, and every recommendation is grounded in decades of documented clinical study.

Est. 1987
In continuous private practice in Safford for over 35 years
MAGD
Master of the Academy of General Dentistry — 1,100+ hours of documented continuing education
1999 & 2004
Dentist of the Year, Arizona Dental Association
100+ hrs
Of continuing education completed by Dr. Curtis every year
Our Philosophy

The doctor and patient work as a team

We believe the best approach to dental health care is a genuine partnership. We listen to your concerns first, then respond with clearly explained treatment options — at your pace, not ours. With the support of our professional staff, our first priority is that pain is relieved, problems are resolved, and your long-term dental health improves.

"Whether you are looking for a cosmetic dentist or a family dentist, we're glad you're here."
Mount Graham Dental practice video

Inside the practice — 1530 S 20th Avenue, Safford

Scope of Care

Comprehensive dentistry, under one roof

From routine preventive visits to periodontal surgery and implant placement, care is coordinated within the practice — so your records, your history, and your treatment plan stay in one place.

i.
General & Family Dentistry
Examinations, diagnosis, and restorative treatment for every member of the family, from children to grandparents.
ii.
Preventive Care & Hygiene
Professional cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and early detection — delivered by university-trained hygienists.
iii.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, and bridges designed to restore function and protect the long-term health of the tooth.
iv.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Conservative aesthetic treatment — whitening, bonding, and veneers — planned around your goals and your bite.
v.
Periodontics & Implants
Specialist gum treatment and dental implants with Dr. Damon Don, board-trained periodontist, in office every Thursday.
vi.
Urgent & Same-Day Care
A broken tooth or sudden pain is treated as a priority. Call 928-428-5331 and we will do our best to see you the same day.
Dr. Eric Curtis, DDS, MAGD
Eric K. Curtis, DDS, MAGD — General Dentist
The Doctor

Eric Curtis, DDS, MAGD

Dr. Curtis graduated from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, in 1985 and completed a polyclinic residency at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. He has practiced in Safford since 1987 and serves as an adjunct associate professor in the Dugoni School's Department of Dental Practice. A Master of the Academy of General Dentistry and a fellow of four honorary dental colleges, he is the author of four books and more than 450 articles, and currently edits the journal of the Arizona Dental Association. He speaks Spanish and French.

Selected Distinctions
1985DDS, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific · Residency, University of Lausanne, Switzerland
1987Private practice established in Safford, Arizona
1995Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD)
1999 · 2004Dentist of the Year, Arizona Dental Association — awarded twice
2007AGD Lifelong Learning and Service Award
FellowAmerican College of Dentists · International College of Dentists · Academy of Dentistry International · Pierre Fauchard Academy
EditorJournal of the Arizona Dental Association · ADA Distinguished Editor Award · Author of four books and 450+ articles
Dr. Damon Don, Periodontist

Dr. Damon Don, Periodontist — a University of Southern California–trained specialist in gum treatment and dental implants, Dr. Don has traveled from Tucson to see Gila Valley patients at our office every Thursday for more than 25 years.

The Team

The professionals behind your care

A small, long-tenured team — several of our staff have been with the practice for decades — so you will see familiar faces at every visit.

Dr. Eric Curtis
Dr. Eric Curtis
General Dentist
DDS, MAGD · Practicing in Safford since 1987
Dr. Damon Don
Dr. Damon Don
Periodontist
Periodontics & implants · In office Thursdays for 25+ years
Bonnie Richardson
Bonnie Richardson
Dental Hygienist
BS Dental Hygiene, NAU, summa cum laude · Since 2007
Jillian Curtis
Jillian Curtis
Dental Hygienist
BS Dental Hygiene, NAU · Minors in biology & psychology
Shirley Haralson
Shirley Haralson
Office Manager
More than 35 years in the dental field
Abbie Kerrigan
Abbie Kerrigan
Dental Assistant
20+ years with Mount Graham Dental
Kelly Montoya
Dental Assistant
Currently furthering her education in dentistry
Eddy Carpenter
Front Desk Coordinator
Your first point of contact for scheduling and forms
In Their Words

What our patients say

"Been a patient for 13 years. Love the staff, love the service. My family's teeth are in superb condition because of them."

Amanda Jones

"Broke a tooth today and they squeezed me in and fixed me right up. Bonnie has such a thorough yet soft touch."

Wendy Bryce

"Been going to see Dr. Eric Curtis for 25+ years. Best recommendation I can think of."

Kay Hancock Carter

Patient testimonials submitted to Mount Graham Dental.

Good to Know

Frequently asked questions

To attain AGD Mastership, a dentist must first become an AGD Fellow — a minimum of 500 hours of approved continuing education plus a comprehensive 400-question examination — and then complete an additional 600 hours across 16 dental disciplines, 400 of them hands-on. That is at least 1,100 documented hours in total. Dr. Curtis earned his Mastership in 1995 and still completes more than 100 hours of continuing education each year.
Yes — new patients are always welcome. Call 928-428-5331 and our front office will schedule your first visit and assist with new-patient paperwork, or complete your forms on arrival.
Call us immediately at 928-428-5331. We reserve time in the schedule for urgent problems — such as a broken tooth or sudden pain — and do our best to see you the same day.
Dr. Damon Don, our periodontist, sees patients at the Safford office every Thursday for gum treatment and dental implants — a schedule he has kept for more than 25 years.
Contact

Arrange your visit

Address
1530 S 20th Avenue
Safford, AZ 85546
Phone & Email
mtgrahamdental@gmail.com
Office Hours
Mon – Thu · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Closed Sat & Sun
Appointments
By phone or walk-in
Same-day urgent visits accommodated
Directions