Walter Rivas

A little about me ...
I was born in El Salvador, but raised in California. I moved to Arizona about three years ago to look for a better opportunity. I am happily married and have two kids Ryan and Brandon. I love spending time with my family. Whenever possible, we take short trips around Phoenix.

I love Orthodontics because ...
Its gives me an opportunity to help patients improve their smile and their self confidence. That alone is very rewarding for me to see patients look in the mirror and see how their smile improves month to month.

At Shipley Orthodontics ...
I am one of the assistants. Some of my duties include changing your wires and rubber bands; as well as taking x-rays. I can answer a lot of your questions pertaining to your braces; I have 14 years of experience in orthodontics. I have worked for many different orthodontists and also have worked in a corporate environment and nothing compares to working with Dr. Shipley. He is an awesome doctor as well as a boss. Working here has helped me realize that Dr. Shipley treats our patients as if they are his own family. This does not happen at corporate run dental offices. I am also fluent in Spanish, so I can translate for you or your family. Shipley Orthodontics "ROCKS"!