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Get to know the team behind Valor Dental.
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Dr. Kiene
From Atlanta roots to Texas smiles, Dr. Greg Kiene's journey to Valor Dental is one of service, passion, and adventure. After high school in Arizona, Greg embarked on a two-year mission in Argentina, where he honed his Spanish skills (¡hola, pacientes de habla hispana!). His path then led him to Brigham Young University, where a shadowing experience ignited his passion for dentistry.
With a B.S. in Biology under his belt, Greg answered the call to serve, joining the U.S. Army as a commissioned Second Lieutenant. He earned his D.M.D. from Oregon Health Sciences University, leveling up to Captain upon graduation. Not one to rest on his laurels, Dr. Kiene completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency, fine-tuning his skills in everything from general care to complex procedures.
After five years of honorable service, Dr. Kiene set his sights on the Lone Star State, drawn by the dream of running his own practice. At Valor Dental, he combines his military precision with a gentle touch, specializing in surgical procedures, restorative care, and dental sleep medicine.
When he's not crafting beautiful smiles, you might find Dr. Kiene strumming his guitar, coaching his kids' sports teams, or enjoying a good board game night with his family. Speaking of family, somewhere along his journey, he married the girl of his dreams and is now the proud dad of five kiddos.
Dr. Kiene's mission? To forge joy by serving others, one smile at a time. So whether you're in for a routine cleaning or looking to talk dental shop, Dr. Kiene is ready to make your dental visit something to smile about!
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Dr. Merkley
Dr. Chris Merkley's journey to Valor Dental is a globe-trotting adventure. Born with a suitcase in hand, he grew up ping-ponging between Wyoming, California, and two stops in Texas, where he first fell in love with the Lone Star State. During his high school years, he even spent time in Qatar!
After high school, Dr. Merkley swapped his textbooks for a passport and headed to Peru for a two-year mission with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. There, he not only served others but also became fluent in Spanish (¡Bienvenidos, amigos!).
Back stateside, he earned his B.S. in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University, where he set his sights on dentistry. Next stop: University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine, where he earned his D.M.D. as a commissioned Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Post-graduation, Dr. Merkley leveled up to Captain and dove into a 2-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. During this time, he not only honed his skills in everything from implants to orthodontics but also earned a Masters in Oral Biology.
After six years of Army service, Dr. Merkley couldn't resist the call of Texas. He packed up his dental tools (and his growing family) and headed back to the land of BBQ and bluebonnets to pursue his dream of owning a practice.
When he's not crafting beautiful smiles at Valor Dental, you might find Dr. Merkley training for an Ironman race, jamming on his guitar or piano, or refereeing an impromptu family soccer match. Speaking of family, Chris married the love of his life, Rachel, in 2009, and together they're raising a joyful team of seven high-energy kiddos.
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Our team is filled with exceptional dental professionals who all stand by the Valor motto: forging joy by serving. Meet the friendly faces that make it all possible at Valor Dental.
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"From the first phone call, I was like, 'I feel comfortable.'...I'm not afraid to sit and talk to somebody and smile now."
"I definitely laugh more, smile more...the people here, I really like them. They make me feel safe, I really appreciate them."
"I knew I needed a dentist, but I wanted someone I felt like I could trust."