Dr Christian Rivera

Dr. Christian Rivera was born in Tucson, Arizona and raised in Agua Prieta, Sonora—right on the border with Douglas, Arizona. He comes from a family of six children, including being part of a set of triplets. He was deeply inspired by his father, a general surgeon, whose lifelong commitment to serving others left a strong impact on Dr. Rivera and his siblings. That legacy of compassion and community service is a guiding force behind his approach to dentistry. Dr. Rivera’s interest in dentistry began during his own orthodontic experience as a teenager. Seeing how a healthier smile could transform confidence and overall well-being sparked his desire to enter the dental field and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Linguistics with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Arizona. In 2015, he began his dental education at the Missouri School of Dentistry and Oral Health, spending two years in Kirksville mastering pre-clinical sciences before moving to St. Louis to complete his clinical training while providing care to underserved communities After receiving his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, Dr. Rivera practiced in McAllen, Texas before moving to Tucson. During his years serving both communities, he provided care to many underserved patients, an experience that deepened his commitment to patient-centered, and comprehensive dentistry. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Pima Study Club, Southern Arizona Study Club and the Hispanic Dental Association. Dr. Rivera is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate dentistry tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Outside the office, Dr. Rivera enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his wife, staying active through sports, and cheering on his favorite football, soccer, and baseball teams.