Our practice is warm and welcoming. We are proud to provide your treatment in a modern, state-of-the-art facility that also feels close-knit and personal. Our office uses advanced sterilization techniques and the latest technology to deliver the safest, most comfortable treatment to all our patients. We also focus on continuing education so we can provide the most effective treatment possible.
Dr. Wright and his staff are very detail-oriented and make patient satisfaction a priority. He is passionate about helping patients feel confident about their smiles through cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and general dentistry treatments. Dr. Wright has professional affiliations with both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Utah Dental Association (UDA). Both of these organizations stand for the highest degree of ethics, training, and professional conduct in dentistry.
Our staff has a great reputation not only for their knowledge and skill, but also for their professionalism and kindness. Members of our team have been working with Dr. Wright for more than a decade, and some of us have been practicing for several decades. We love what we do, and it shows.
The office here at Eagle Gate Dental uses state of the art sterilizations techniques and advanced technology to make your visit thorough, safe and comfortable. We offer complete dental care from examination to treatment right here in our office. Some of our services include:
Dr. James M. Wright is a Salt Lake City dentist providing general family and cosmetic dentistry services at Eagle Gate Dental. He is passionate about oral health care, and he is committed to serving the surrounding community with exceptional care and treatment.
After growing up in Bountiful, Utah and attending the University of Utah, Dr. Wright studied dentistry at the Marquette University School of Dentistry. During his tenure in dental school, he donated his time and services to underprivileged individuals at Amish and Spanish outreach clinics. He also donated his time serving children with special needs at Primary Children's Hospital.
When he is not in the office, Dr. Wright can be found rooting on his alma mater at University of Utah football games, as well as spending time outdoors with his wife and three sons. Some of his favorite pastimes include biking, golfing, traveling, gardening, scouting and serving in his church.
Sjana has been in the field and in this office for nearly 20 years. She has done both front office and back office duties. She loves traveling with her husband and friends, and exploring new places to ride their side by side.
Sheri has been with Dr. Wright since July 2011. Sheri graduated from Weber State University Dental Hygiene in 1987. She is married to Grant, has four daughters and recently became a grandmother. Sheri and her family enjoy soccer, anything outdoors and traveling.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 33 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestBrad Tillotson
2 years ago
Dr. Wright is very knowledgeable and very skilled at what he does. He's also very personable. His staff is the best. I would definitely recommend him to anyone, especially close family.
Debbie Peacock
2 years ago
I have had really good experinces.
Nancy Taylor
2 years ago
We love Dr. Wright and staff, and have been seeing him for 15 + years now. The wait time is usually short, he gets to know his patients, and is very meticulous in his work. We highly recommend Dr. Wright!
parker christensen
2 years ago
Having many dentists in my family and having been to other dentists around the state I feel obligated to share a few thoughts about my experience with Eagle Gate Dental. TLDR; Doctor was specifically rude to me for no apparent reason, actual dental work was good. Hygienist was the highlight despite working for someone who discriminates which patients he wants to treat with decency. OFFICE - The office was clean and orderly. It's a rather small, three chair practice so it feels cozy. The decor looks like it hasn't changed since they opened but I felt comfortable with the space. STAFF - The office staff are very professional and friendly. The first hygienist I worked with was exceptional! She was very professional, took care of my cleaning, but beyond that she took time and effort to make a personal connection and explain much of her oral health recommendations in detail. DOCTOR - Dr. Wright is functionally a good dentist. I believe he did good work and so far have not experienced any persistent side-effects after he took care of a couple fillings. That being said, my experience with Dr. Wright was less than desirable. He didn't engage with me at all, I had to initiate any small talk or conversation and when I did it was met with short one word answers and a cold lack of emotion. I understand if a doctor is strictly business and maintains a serious attitude with his work but such was not the case with my treatment. Instead, I heard Dr. Wright in the chair next to mine conversing and engaging rather cheerfully with another patient, walk back into my room, and refrain from saying a word to me. His callous attitude was off-putting and arbitrary. My experience with other dentists is typically a gentlemen who greets each patient with compassion, genuine interest in their health, and has a friendly personality. Is this being picky? admittedly it's a bit picky - but given the vast number of alternative, competent, professionally trained, and FRIENDLY doctors in this valley Dr. Wright would do well to have a bit more personality with ALL his patients. I may return to his office for procedures and cleanings in the future, but my first and second impressions of Dr. Wright will certainly be informed by these unpleasant experiences.
Keith Gatherum
2 years ago
Excellent doctor and staff. Great place to get your dental work done.
Shelley Laureski
3 years ago
I had a filling done last week and dr Wright was so good and did a fantastic job! The staff was so friendly too.
Andrea Cabarcas
4 years ago
Great service for the best price. I love this place. I highly recommended.
Laura Happ
4 years ago
I used to go here. They told me I needed 4 crowns and a bunch of other cavities. $2,000 worth of dental work (with insurance). I kept going for a year or so but never got any work done other than cleaning. I never felt good about them but I was young and new on my own insurance. Started going somewhere else, only needed 1 crown and NO cavities. 5 years later still have only for that one crown and my teeth haven't ever bothered me. I feel highly ripped off by them
Peter XXX
4 years ago
Numbingly great! Dr. Wright is talented!
Roxann Berge
4 years ago
Watch out if you want to transfer to another dentist! Sjana refused to release medical records in violation of HIPAA. Filed complaint with governing body.
Mike Potter
5 years ago
That good. New patient last few months. Dr Wright fixed a gap in my teeth with a filling that was accumulating food difficult to clean. Have had it for many decades all my adult life no other dentist maybe a dozen had done nothing. None had even told me about it...He also caught needed a root canal on a tooth that had never caused any pain. Had died quietly. A good sign he referred me to an endodontist not performing them himself. My mom had a dentist that did root canals causing decades of neuralgia and much pain since was done improperly. A US Military endodontist found the root cause much later. Run like hell from any general dentist that does root canals.
Patrick Hunter
6 years ago
A patient of mine was visiting Salt Lake City and called with a dental emergency. I called Dr. Wright and his team to see if they would be able to seem him on short notice and they were more than willing to help. My patient had nothing but praise for them and their hospitality and their timely treatment allowed him to continue his trip unconcerned by his teeth. The Eagle Gate Dental team is truly a class act and I'm proud to have them as colleagues.
Ryan Lusvardi
6 years ago
I have been going to Dr. Wright for over 10 years. I highly recommend him and his staff. Great dentist.
Kit Barker
7 years ago
We have been seeing Dr. Wright for about 16 years. His work is very professional and of the highest quality. His staff is friendly and knowledgeable.
John Fife
7 years ago
Really can't say enough good things about Eagle Gate Dental and Dr. Wright. Great staff, super friendly, and professional -- I'm confident I'm getting the best possible dental care there. At the time of my last visit, I hadn't had any dental work done in 8 years and if Dr. Wright told me I had a head full of cavities, I would have believed him, but he gave me a clean bill of oral health. So I can't imagine what these other reviewers are talking about. If Dr. Wright recommends work that other dentists don't, then it's because he has higher standards.
Dani Boso
8 years ago
Excellent customer service! This was my first visit and I was greeted by name ("You must be Paige"). They had televisions I could watch while getting my teeth cleaned. My experience was uber comfortable, as I was given headphones to drown out the "fun" noises that accompany a visit to the dentist. I was told I had a crack in my filling in the tooth that has been giving me trouble (exactly what I thought the issue was). I made an appointment quickly (no waiting to make a follow-up appointment) to get the tooth re-filled. I'll give an update on how that goes. Dr. Wright and his staff are great and remind me of my childhood dentist that I trust (Dr. Madden in Cincinnati, Ohio). I recommend!
Keith Bushman
9 years ago
The experience with Dr. Wright is always fantastic. I love my hygienist. She takes great care of me too. If you need a dentist, go see Dr. Wright!
jane smith
9 years ago
Dr, Wright and his staff are absolutely wonderful to work with! They are efficient, supportive, and very caring. I have had quite a bit of work done in the past year. They are honest in their assessment of insurance costs, and I find it easy to schedule appointments, as they take patients as early as 7am. Great for the working professional! Recommend Dr, Wright and his staff eagerly! Jane Smith
Tristan Moore
9 years ago
No matter the issue, it is always explained thoroughly and makes me aware of my options before anything is done. Nothing too big and nothing too small. Will continue to use Dr Wright for all of my future needs and those of my family's.
F Feickert
11 years ago
Amiable folks/very personable. And when I had a root die, they fit me in ASAP and got me out of pain as fast as they could. My heroes! Good work, convenient location if you work downtown to just swing by on a lunch break.
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