Dr. Beth Vander Schaf, DDS

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Combining Expertise in Dentistry and Aesthetic Medicine to Serve Local Communities

Dr. Beth Vander Schaaf has been a pillar of the Arizona dental community for nearly three decades, providing comprehensive dental services to communities in Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, and Phoenix. Since establishing Smile Arizona Dentistry and Smile Arizona Beauty in 1993, Dr. Vander Schaaf has been dedicated to delivering top-notch care to her patients.

With a wealth of experience in various dental specialties, including cosmetic dentistry, emergency dentistry, implant dentistry, root canals, and general dentistry, Dr. Vander Schaaf offers a wide range of services to meet her patients’ diverse needs. Additionally, she specializes in providing gentle and noninvasive treatments, utilizing advanced technologies and cutting-edge techniques, to improve aesthetic goals. 

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Dr. Vander Schaaf’s journey to becoming a renowned dentist began at the University of Iowa, where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology. She later pursued her passion for dentistry, obtaining her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from The University of Iowa College of Dentistry.  Dr. Vander Schaaf also completed her advanced education at The Foundation for Advanced Continuing Education (F.A.C.E.).

Dentistry runs in her family. Her grandfather practiced general dentistry for nearly fifty years and taught at St. Louis University, influencing Dr. Vander Schaaf’s love for her profession. Her uncle is a dental specialist and oral surgeon, while her sister is a dental hygienist with two bachelor’s degrees.

Beyond her expertise in dentistry, Dr. Vander Schaaf’s passion for aesthetic medicine has led her to offer advanced skin treatments using technologies like Alma OPUS® for skin resurfacing and Alma TED® for hair restoration. Her focus on enhancing her patients’ natural beauty and boosting their confidence has earned her a loyal following in the Phoenix area.

Demonstrating her commitment to advancing dental care in the community, Dr. Vander Schaaf has been a long standing member in both the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association for over two decades. Moreover, she has been active with the Arizona Dental Association as a delegate, as well as has offered many years as the Chair of the Dental Health Committee and has served a three-year term as a Director on the Executive panel at the Central Arizona Dental Association. 

In recognition of her dedication to serving the community, Dr. Vander Schaaf was honored as a 20-year volunteer dentist at J.C. Lincoln Hospital’s Children’s Dental Clinic, just before they placed a staff dentist in this role. Her commitment to providing quality care to patients of all ages underscores her status as a respected and trusted dental professional in Arizona.

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