Meet the Doctors and Staff of Our Dental Clinic

Experience a compassionate and comforting approach to oral health care. At Prairie Dental Care, we are committed to helping you attain your best possible smile. From preventative care to restorative dentistry procedures, we make it easier to attain—and keep—healthy teeth and gums.

Our successful dental clinic in Vancouver, WA, is staffed by an experienced and talented team of doctors, hygienists, and support staff. Meet our team, and be sure to contact us to request an appointment for any of our services.

Dr. Aimee

Dr. Aimee Anh Tran is a general dentist at heart as she enjoys all aspects of dentistry. Since the early years of Dr. Aimee’s dental career, whether as an assistant, a dental student, or a dentist, her patients frequently express appreciation for her gentle touch and genuine care. Dr. Aimee prioritizes high quality work over quantity and efficiency over speed. She believes that patient education is the cornerstone of prevention of dental diseases and takes the time to explain procedures, ensuring her patients feel assured, informed and empowered.

Originally from Vietnam, Dr. Aimee first came to the United States at the age of 17 with two scholarships for her undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri – Kansas City, where she graduated cum laude for her Bachelor’s degree in chemistry. Dr. Aimee then pursued and earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Oregon Health and Science University, where she graduated with academic honors.

From an early age, Dr. Aimee was enveloped in a world of creativity and precision. Raised by an opera-singer mother and an electrical engineer father, she developed a unique blend of artistic appreciation and meticulous attention to detail. Striving every day to provide the highest quality of care, Dr. Aimee commits to continuous learning to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry, further bolster her clinical knowledge and constantly refine her patient-care skills.

Whether you need a few dental fillings, crowns and bridges, root canals, implants, or clear aligners, with her warm and calming approach, Dr. Aimee welcomes you and your family in for a healthy smile.

Dr. Epperson

Dr. Chris Epperson earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from A.T. Still University (Arizona Dentistry and Oral Health) in Mesa, Arizona. He discovered his passion for dentistry while on dental humanitarian trips to Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

With an extensive background focused on implant dentistry, including full mouth implant solutions, Dr. Epperson is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. In addition, he has served as a faculty member, training fellow dentists at Implant Pathway—a Phoenix-based continuing education facility dedicated to empowering dental professionals from across the U.S. with high-quality dental implant training. Dr. Epperson is committed to ongoing education several times a year to provide the best possible care to his valued patients.

Dr. Epperson and his wife have three kids at home and have been together over 20 years. They are transplants to the PNW from Arizona. When they’re not on an adventure, he spends his free time making Texas BBQ or tinkering with his old truck or motorcycle.

Dr. Rubano

Dr. Rubano is a graduate of the prestigious Loma Linda University Dental School. She is relentless in her pursuit of providing the most relaxing, conservative, and efficient approach in caring for her patients. Listening, along with her gentle touch, are her trademarks in providing only the most current and personal care. When she is not in the office, Dr. Rubano and her husband love to hike, run, and keep busy attending their children’s soccer games.

Dr. Smith

Dr. Smith is a graduate of the Creighton University Dental School, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He has completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Camp Pendleton, CA, where he gained extensive experience in all areas of dentistry. Since then, Dr. Smith has been serving his country in the United States Navy and, most recently, aboard the USS John C. Stennis, where he took care of all the dental needs of the sailors on board. When he isn’t practicing dentistry, Dr. Smith loves to spend time making memories with his two daughters.

Dr. Tran

Dr. Tran earned his Dental Degree from the School of Dentistry at the University of Washington in Seattle. He strives to get to know each of his patients as individuals to help them attain the best oral health treatments possible. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Tran enjoys spending time with his family and doing outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, and canoeing.