Dr. Mathew Ricks

Dental care in Tucson’s northwest side doesn’t always mean a long drive downtown. Out near Cortaro Road, routine checkups and cosmetic procedures fit into the daily rhythm of the area. This stretch of Tucson balances suburban ease with the practical needs of families and professionals—making a dentist’s office here more about convenience than spectacle.

Dr. Mathew Ricks practices at 8295 N Cortaro Rd #137, tucked into a plaza that also serves as a quick stop for errands. The office handles everything from preventive cleanings to root canals, filling a gap for those who prefer staying closer to Marana or the Tortolita foothills rather than venturing into central Tucson. It’s the kind of place where a chipped tooth or a child’s first filling doesn’t require rearranging an entire afternoon.

General dentistry here covers the expected—fillings, crowns, extractions—but also extends to whitening and basic orthodontic referrals. The phone line, (520) 744-6423, connects directly to the office for appointments or questions, skipping the layers of automated menus some larger clinics use. That directness fits the no-frills character of the neighborhood, where time saved often matters as much as the service itself.

Finding the suite is simpler with a quick glance at the map—directions here pinpoint the entrance near the intersection with Tangerine Road. The area’s layout means parking is never a guessing game, and the surrounding strip malls offer a coffee shop or two for anyone waiting out a longer procedure. No grand promises, just a dentist’s office that aligns with the unhurried pace of Tucson’s outer reaches.