A Reason To Smile: My Team And I Provide The Highest Level of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Lonny Dale Carmichael is all about oral health and prevention for children. “The most rewarding feeling for me is helping children overcome their fears and anxiety about dental treatments, allowing them to feel safe, cared for and comfortable. My team and I empower parents to make the right decisions regarding their children’s oral health."

Dr. Lonny Dale Carmichael grew up on a cotton farm in Arizona. He loved sciences and decided to go into that career direction at a very young age. Dr. Carmichael graduated with distinction from Mesa Community College. During his studies at the Arizona State University, he also attended the Barret Honors College. After graduating from The University of Colorado with a B.S. degree in Medical Sciences, he continued his education at the University’s School of Dentistry, where he received his D.D.S.

Dr. Carmichael continued his education at the Virginia Commonwealth University. He participated in specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at the University's Pediatric Dental Residency Program. While there Dr. Carmichael was honored to serve as Chief Resident for more than half of his tenure as a resident. During that time he was able to participate in many learning experiences that blended medicine and dentistry. Dr. Carmichael graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry with a M.S.D. Degree in Pediatric Dentistry. After his advanced clinical training, he worked as an associate in a couple of Pediatric Dental Practices, before he started his own practice in Gilbert.

Dr. Carmichael has been very active in the dental community. He received various Honors and Awards from i.e. the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the VCU Department of Pediatric Dentistry, the Virginia Commonwealth University Alexander Student Research Fellowship and Barrett Honors College.

Dr. Lonny Dale Carmichael is a member of:
- Arizona Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- The American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry 
- Boy Scouts of America, incl. Lifetime Eagle Scout Association membership

In his spare time, Dr. Carmichael enjoys wrestling, football and weight lifting. But his greatest enjoyment is spending time with his wife and children. Coming from a farm he still loves being around horses and being involved in farming in general. He remains very active at the family’s  ‘Carmichaels Farm’ in Palo Verde, Arizona.  

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