Doctors
Meet the experienced and friendly dentists who make Mountain Vista Dental Care the leading provider of oral hygiene and personalized dental services in San Tan Valley.
Dr. Denver Palmer
In office on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Dr. Palmer is a general dentist that provides genuine care and concern for his patients. He provides many advanced procedures such as root canals, sedation dentistry, cosmetic procedures, and surgeries such as extractions and dental implants to replace missing teeth.
Dr. Palmer completed his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University in 2006. He then received his dental degree in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at Temple Dental in 2010. During dental school, he joined the Air Force and then, upon graduation, completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency through the Air Force. He worked one-on-one with dental specialists, allowing him to learn complex dental procedures in all areas of dentistry. In 2013, Dr. Palmer served a Humanitarian mission in Peru, helping people with their dental care.
Dr. Palmer has spent many years in private practice and looks forward to serving you with continued personalized care you have come to expect at Mountain Vista Dental Care. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Palmer enjoys spending time with his wife and seven children, fishing, hiking, camping, and playing games. His family is his greatest joy.
Dr. Jonathon Edwards
Owner – In Office As Needed
Dr. Jonathon Edwards earned his dental degree from Case Western University. He is originally from Central Alberta, Canada & has been practicing dentistry since 2004. He loves bringing comfort & smiles through oral health care. He is dedicated to making the dental experience as easy as possible for people in the community. When not in the office, he volunteers with youth programs, enjoys hiking, running, reading & watching his children’s arts & sports events.
Dr. Guillermo Cortes
In office on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Raised in San Tan Valley, Arizona, Dr. Guillermo Cortes is proud to serve the community he calls home. He earned his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from The University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2023. Now back in the East Valley, he provides comprehensive care at Mountain Vista Dental. Dr. Cortes believes great dentistry begins with genuine listening and shared decision-making. He takes time to understand each patient’s goals, explains options in plain language, and recommends treatments that fit their needs—and their timing. To help patients feel at ease, he offers nitrous oxide and other in-chair comforts for managing dental anxiety.
In a general practice setting, Dr. Cortes provides a wide range of services, including root canals, extractions, wisdom teeth removal, and dental implants. He is committed to preventive care and patient education, and he prioritizes staying current with evidence-based guidelines through ongoing continuing education. Outside the office, you’ll often find Dr. Cortes hiking the San Tan Mountains with his wife and their two children, playing golf, spending time with family, and serving the community.
“My goal is simple: meet you where you are, earn your trust, and deliver the right care at the right time.”