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Dr. Mathew Jensen
Pediatric Dentist
Mathew Jensen, DMD, is a highly-qualified pediatric dentist at Paseo Ranch Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics in Glendale, Arizona. Dr. Jensen brings with him many years of experience in providing dental care for babies, children, and teens. A native of southeast Idaho, Dr. Jensen has traversed geographical boundaries in his quest to share his professional expertise with those who need it most. As a dentist at Paseo Ranch Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Jensen is committed to ensuring that he provides exceptional, personalized, and compassionate care to his young patients.
From an early age, Dr. Jensen knew that he wanted to spend his life impacting others positively. The desire to serve and change lives drove Dr. Jensen to attend Brigham Young University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. After his first degree, Dr. Jensen attended the Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Dr. Jensen completed his residency in general dentistry at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. He then undertook a second residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York. After the completion of his residency, Dr. Jensen established his private practice in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he served his valued patients for eight years.

Paseo Ranch Pediatric Dentistry
and Orthodontics, Glendale, Arizona
Outside of his private practice, Dr. Jensen is passionate about contributing to the overall development of the community. His passion for outreach and voluntary work began in his youthful years, during which he served in a Latter-Day Saints mission to Alberta, Canada.
Dr. Jensen is a happily married father of four. When he’s not providing professional care to his patients, Dr. Jensen enjoys spending time with his family—that includes his wife Linda and four children—Anna, Elizabeth, Zachary, and Nathan.
Dr. Chrissy Triggs
Orthodontist in Glendale, AZ

Dr. Kara Benkovich
General Dentist in Surprise, AZ
Dr. Kara stays heavily involved in the dental community, particularly with her work as an executive board member for the Arizona Oral Cancer Awareness Walk held annually at the Phoenix Zoo, the Arizona Missions of Mercy dental clinics, Give Kids a Smile events at ASDOH, and serving as a chapter advisory board member for NAU’s Kappa Delta sorority.
Outside of the office, you can find her reading (she reads almost ten books a month!), working on calligraphy, playing pickleball, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills. She is also excited and in the busy planning stages for her upcoming November wedding!
Dr. Kara is passionate about pediatric dentistry. She loves to help lay a strong foundation for a lifetime of optimal oral health and create happy smiles from the start of childhood. She cares about connecting on a deeper level with every child she treats. Her upbeat personality ensures both kids and parents are excited and comfortable during all visits and truly makes each family feel like they are hanging out with a friend.
