Meet Our Dental Office Team
Andrew E. Deeb, D.M.D.
Dr. Andrew E. Deeb is a native Tucsonan. He received his dental degree from Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland OR, in 1999. He received his periodontal surgery certificate and masters in oral biology from Medical College of Georgia in 2002. He began private practice in Tucson, AZ in 2002. He is a board certified periodontist with the American Board of Periodontology. Periodontal surgery is a dental specialty that includes periodontal / gum surgery, soft tissue surgery, bone grafting, extractions, dental implants, and IV conscious sedation. Dr. Deeb has over 20 years experience in private practice. In 2022 he began part time teaching dental dental residents at El Rio Health dental clinic in Tucson, AZ. When he is not working he is spending time with his two boys, and enjoys traveling the US and abroad. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Arizona Dental Association, and American Academy of Periodontology.
- Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Oregon Health Sciences University
- 7/7/02 Certificate in Periodontics
- Masters in Oral Biology
- Medical College of Georgia
- Arizona Dental License
- Oregon Dental License
- Board Certified Specialist in Periodontics
- Conscious Sedation License in Arizona
Adrienne Licano
Adrienne is our incredible dental hygienist. She has 22 years of dental experience. She graduated from hygiene school in 2018. She enjoys spending time with her kids and her grandson.
Elisa Rister
Elisa is one of our fabulous dental assistants. She graduated from Pima in 2008 with honors and has been with us since 2010. She loves spending time with her grandkids. She enjoys participating in pageants and spending her spare time in disneyland.
Briana Lopez
Briana is one of our wonderful dental assistants. She was born and raised in Tucson. She graduated from Tucson Dental Assisting School in 2019 and has been with Arizona Periodontics ever since. She loves to be with her husband, son and two dogs. She enjoys traveling and being a food critic.
Adriana Tursi
Adriana is our amazing insurance coordinator. She has been with Arizona Periodontics since 2021. She enjoys spending time at the lake with her family.
Aubri Hamstra
Aubri is one of our lovely front desk receptionists who has been with Arizona Periodontics since 2022. She enjoys spending time at home with her family.
Karicia is one of our fantastic front desk receptions who has been with Arizona Periodontics since 2024. She loves spending time with her son and enjoys quality time with her friends and family.