Meet the Team
Children's Dental Team in Springfield, MO
The entire Springfield Dentistry 4 Kids team is passionate about ensuring your child has a great trip to the dentist. Everyone from the doctors to the administrative team works hard to make sure you and your child leave with a great big smile.
Artur Sarkisyan, DMD
Artur Sarkisyan, DMD - Dentist
Dr. Artur Sarkisyan was born in Azerbaijan off the Caspian Sea. He moved to the United States and grew up in California. He went on to attend UC Irvine where he earned his Bachelor of Sciences Degree.
However, Dr. Sarkisyan always knew he would be a doctor. He loved working with is hands and science and math naturally came to him. He decided that dentistry was his calling. He went on to attend dental school at Western University of Health Science in Southern California where he earned his D.M.D. degree.
Dr. Sarkisyan finds it very rewarding to be treating children and get them out of pain. There is no greater satisfaction than restoring their smile back to what it was before. He feels the most humbling feeling is when he finishes an extensive treatment plan, and the child says 'thank you doctor'.
Dr. Sarkisyan is an active member of the American Dental Association.
Favorite Food Dr. Sarkisyan can't deny he loves In-n-Out. He never forgets to grab a Double-Double when visiting the West Coast.
Favorite Book Catcher in the Rye. Loved it as a teenager and still loves it.
Pets You may be surprised, but Dr. Sarkisyan has two cats: Charlie and Eevee.
Lewis Cook, DDS
Lewis Cook, DDS - Dentist
Dr. Lewis Cook grew up in Kansas City, MO. Growing up with Kansas City BBQ, he is always conflicted by which BBQ he likes best: his native Kansas City or his adopted Texas.
He graduated from The University of Missouri Kansas City Dental School in 2006 with his DDS. He also went on to obtain an (AEGD) residency from UMKC.
He became a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry in 2009 and earned a Masters in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University.
There are many reasons Dr. Cook enjoys being a kids dentist at Springfield Dentistry 4 Kids, but one of his favorites is being able to help kids achieve healthy smiles in his home state.
Away from the office, Dr. Cook enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids.
Favorite Movie Inception. Every now and then he has to spin a top just to make sure...
Favorite Podcast David Goggins - Team Never Quits. It is equally inspiring and motivating.
Favorite Hobby He will tell you it is golfing, but secretly, it is dancing. Ask him to make a Tik Tok at your next appointment.
Lucas Bishop, DMD
Lucas Bishop, DMD - Dentist
Dr. Lucas Bishop was born and raised in Mobile, AL. He attended Mississippi College, where he earned a degree in Biomedical Sciences, before pursuing his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Dr. Bishop chose dentistry as his career path because he wanted to help others find relief from pain and regain their sense of normalcy. Outside of the office, Dr. Bishop enjoys spending time with his two cats, Tokyo and Kyoto.
His dental tip for patients is to invest in a tongue scraper and make it part of their routine.
Favorite Hobbies Dr. Bishop's favorite hobbies include reading, movies, and travelling.
Favorite Podcast He is an avid fan of the Crime Junkie podcast, where he enjoys unraveling gripping true crime stories.
Favorite TV Show Dr. Bishop is an avid fan of Game of Thrones, and enjoys the intricate plots, unforgettable characters, and surprising twists the show brings.
Cayce Wallace, DMD
Cayce Wallace, DMD - Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Cayce Wallace is a board-certified pediatric dentist and has been setting the highest standards in kids dentistry since 2010. Born and raised in Mississippi, Dr. Wallace attended Mississippi College where he played baseball and received a B.S. degree in Medical Biology.
He attended Dental School at the University of Mississippi and completed specialty training at the Batson's Children's Hospital in Jackson, MS. Dr. Wallace was named Chief Resident and became a diplomate for the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Wallace has focused on developing his skills to combine exceptional dentistry in a fun and relaxed environment. He believes that good oral health requires educating the child and parent at an early age. He brings passion and energy to provide the kids of the community the service they deserve.
Dr. Wallace is an active member of many of the leading dental organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Dental Association.
Favorite Band Dr. Wallace has a passion for music. He loves listening to music and going to live shows. His favorite band to jam to is The Grateful Dead.
Favorite Place to Travel Dr. Wallace is a kid at heart. He loves to travel to Disneyland. He says it is for the kids, but we are not sure it isn’t really for him.
Favorite Outdoor Activity A few years ago Dr. Wallace was invited to a friendly game of pickleball. Now he is hooked and plays every chance he gets.
Aaron Kamp, DDS
Aaron Kamp, DDS - Dentist
Dr. Aaron Kamp was born and raised in Northern California, so it's no surprise he developed such a love of the outdoors. He attended Northern Arizona University, but his initial path wasn't dentistry. Dr. Kamp graduated with a B.S. in Nursing.
After graduation he got a job working in the pediatric department of UMC Tucson. While being exposed to many different situations in a world-class facility like UMC, Dr. Kamp found himself developing an interest in dentistry. After almost a decade of nursing, he enrolled in dental school.
Dr. Kamp earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the State University New York at Buffalo in 2009. He knew he wanted to stay focusing on treating kids which lead to him joining Springfield Dentistry 4 Kids.
He likes working with kids because it allows him the chance to have fun while having a lifetime impact on a child's health. He enjoys that he can focus on preventing problems by teaching parents and kids proper oral hygiene habits.
Favorite Restaurant Trattoria Pina. The perfect place for a celebration and a delicious gnocchi .
Favorite Spot in AZ Flagstaff. Dr. Kamp fell in love with the Ponderosa Pines while at NAU.
Weekend Activity Dr. Kamp gets out and mountain bikes every chance he gets.