Meet the Doctors
The father-daughter team at Nurture Smiles & Wellness is pleased to offer beautiful smiles to their neighbors in Phoenix and the surrounding communities.
Lauren P. Salvatore, DDS
Dr. Lauren is a compassionate general dentist committed to providing comprehensive dental care for the entire family. With a focus on prevention and treatment, Dr. Lauren offers a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of patients at every stage of life. Whether it’s a routine check-up, restorative care, or cosmetic treatments, she ensures her patients are comfortable, well-informed, and confident in their care.
Dr. Lauren’s interest in oral restrictions, such as tongue and lip ties, began personally when her own children struggled with feeding due to undiagnosed tongue and lip ties. This experience sparked her passion for helping other families navigate similar challenges. These conditions, involving tight or restrictive tissue under the tongue or upper lip, can impact breastfeeding, speech development, and oral health. Dr. Lauren is dedicated to helping families identify and address these issues, offering specialized care to improve feeding function and overall development.
In her commitment to continuing education, Dr. Lauren is currently attending courses related to airway, breathing, sleep, and breastfeeding, while working toward achieving her certification in lactation counseling. This ongoing learning allows her to provide a more holistic approach to oral health and early development.
Known for creating a positive and welcoming environment, Dr. Lauren is committed to helping her patients achieve optimal oral health in a relaxed and caring setting. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her two children and her “velcro” dogs, staying active, and furthering her education to stay at the forefront of dental advancements.
Scott Simpson, DDS
Dr. Scott Simpson has over 30 years of experience in dentistry and now focuses exclusively on providing IV sedation and select oral surgery services. After decades of owning and operating his own private practice, he has shifted away from general dental care to specialize in sedation, ensuring patients experience a calm and stress-free treatment environment. Partnering with his daughter, Dr. Lauren, Dr. Simpson continues to help patients receive safe, comfortable care. He holds a current permit (#13021412) from the State of Arizona, allowing him to perform IV conscious sedation.
Outside of work, Dr. Simpson enjoys spending time in the gym and cherishes moments with his wife, four children, and five grandchildren.