With our brand new dental office in Ogden, Wasatch Dental is built to provide the best and most comfortable dental care in the Ogden, Harrisville, and South Ogden. At Wasatch Dental, your comfort is our most important goal. We begin with a comfortable waiting area, serviced by an extremely knowledgeable office team. We lead you from there into our exam rooms where you can relax and watch T.V. while seated in your chair.
AtWasatch Dentalyoull find a visit to your dentist isnt what it used to be. Technology advancements have made it possible to detect problems earlier; provide better, more comfortable treatment; and reduce pain and anxiety you may have associated with dental care in the past.
Preventative dentistry is the practice of dental techniques for the purpose of reducing the risk of dental disorders such as tooth decay or gingivitis. AtWasatch Dental wethese preventativetechniques to stopproblems before they happen, to keep you from experiencing pain and to save you money.
Dr. Laurence Palmer was born and raised in Preston, Idaho. He lived, studied, and taught in Belgium, Brussels Mission from 1979 1981. He made long-term friends with the people of Belgium and has continued to maintain those friendships. Years later, his oldest son Wynn served in the same area and met and made friendships with some of the same people. Several times after giving a talk in church meetings, people would tell him how he reminded them of a missionary that served long ago. Wynn told them it was probably his dad.
Laurence loves the French language and mastered it further while teaching at Brigham Young University in Provo, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in French. While at BYU, he met and married the love of his life, a smokin hot farm girl from Nyssa, Oregon named Trudy Wynn, and they married 8 months later. After his graduation from BYU, Laurence applied to numerous Dental schools and was accepted to many of them. He choose Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska as the dental school of his choice.
During dental school, Trudy and Laurence had 3 children, Wynn, Mandy, and Julie. After graduating from dental school in 1989, Laurence immediately set up his dental practice in Ogden Utah. 1 year after graduating from dental school, they had their last-born child, Krissy.
Dr. Palmer and his family have traveled many times to the West African nation of Mali to give humanitarian aid to people who have no access to dental care. He volunteers locally at the Midtown Childrens dental Clinic in Ogden, with the Junior league of Ogden in the Adopt a Patient program, and he donates dental treatment to patients through Lifeline Network. He has served on the executive committee of the Academy of LDS dentists since 2007, with 2 of those years serving as the Academy President.
Besides volunteering and giving back to the community, Laurence and Trudy both felt they had more to offer. They became licensed foster parents and started taking children into their home. Their birth children loved being a big brother and big sisters to the children without homes or families. They fostered 8 children during the coming years.
Trudy applied and was accepted to Dental Hygiene School at Weber State University and was going full force when they received a call from Social Services asking them to foster 3 children. These children were in the shelter and had nowhere else to go. They had both let their foster licenses expire when Trudy went back to school knowing it would be nearly impossible to foster during that time. Because of these circumstances, they felt impressed to tell Social Services they would think about it. After talking with their older children, praying, and trying to figure out the logistics, they agreed to take the 3 children in. Isabelle was 5 years old, Tristan was 3 years old, and baby Adam was 11 months old when they came to the Palmer family. The social workers estimated the parents would need 6 months to overcome addiction issues before the children could return home. Luckily for the Palmers, six months turned into forever! They legally adopted the 3 siblings on January 21, 2003.
Trudy and Dr. Laurence Palmer have worked together to make Wasatch Dental the best practice on the Wasatch Front. Trudy works in the office as one of the dental hygienists as well as their daughter, Julie. They have additional hygienists as well and an AMAZING staff that works hard to accommodate their patients. Wasatch Dental is a family-friendly practice with long-term patients spanning generations.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 350 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestPatty Mccomsey
a year ago
Always a good experience. Dr Palmer and his staff are awesome
Judy Palmer
a year ago
They are always so kind and caring. From Brynn at the front desk to Maddie and then of course Dr. Palmer! Everyone goes out if their way to make sure you feel special! I lost a front veneer and they worked me in on a Friday afternoon to help me out! I love these guys. Don't go anywhere else.
Scott Willis
a year ago
Best dentist and staff in the area for sure.
John Edelmayer
a year ago
These guys are awesome people! Friendly and constantly concerned about your comfort. Thank you Dr. Palmer, Trudy, Maddie, Julie, and Britt!
Suzan Packham
a year ago
I have been a patient of Dr Palmers for 15 years. He and his staff are friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. They make you feel comfortable. Dr Palmer listens and understands what I am trying to convey.. he is thorough in his exams, and I trust him...
wendi wirick
a year ago
I love Dr. Palmer and his staff. They are very caring and patient. Every one on his staff remembers your name when you walk into the office. They get to know you as a person and have a jovial time in the office. I have been coming here for years, and even though I moved miles away, I still come to his office because of the personal touch that each and everyone on his staff has!!!
Lynn O. Walker
a year ago
Excellent service.
Diane Kawamura
a year ago
Professional ,competent ,patient focused
Pat Bodily
2 years ago
Love Dr. Palmer and his staff! I know that I am getting great care each time I am there. Four generations of our family go to Dr. Palmer. Actually the 5th generation now with my first great-grandson.
L
2 years ago
Great experience. Got us in short notice. Clean office and treatment room, friendly receptionist, very professional staff. Thanks Dr. Palmer.
Jackie Palmer
2 years ago
Professional service great people
Glenda Moore
2 years ago
Dr. Palmer has been my dentist for many many years. He is skillful, considerate, well-informed, thoughtful, and efficient. His employees provide excellent customer service. I am VERY pleased with these folks and the quality of care they provide.
demi docher
2 years ago
The office is very welcoming and the staff is amazing. The staff helped me map out a plan that will definitely satisfy my dental needs. I'm very pleased.
Mac Mcdermott
2 years ago
Their are many reasons for this high rating. Friendly, empathetic and highly professional staff, pain free dental appointments and a dentist who takes the time to explain things. The atmosphere of his office is full of music and laughter. I can't say I've had a dental appointment quite like it. I would recommend( and have) this dentist to anyone looking for high quality dental care.
Diane Richardson
2 years ago
Dr Palmer & each member of his staff really care & want the best solution for me.
Breana Eddy
2 years ago
Not only did these guys get me for an emergency apt but on a holiday weekend!!! As an adult with pretty serious dental anxiety, they made me feel so comfortable and eased my worries throughout the whole process. They earned a lifetime client and can not recommend them enough!
Tracy Townsend
2 years ago
There is no better combination of professionalism and loving kindness than Dr. Palmer's office!!!
Pat Mcnamara
2 years ago
While have a dental semi emergency(painful broken tooth) Dr. Palmer was able to get me in quickly and do an exam. It was determined that the tooth needed to be extracted and he pulled it quickly and painlessly in his office. I was in and out in less than an hour. I am incredibly impressed by Dr. Palmer and all the staff I encountered at Wasatch dental. I will be using them again for all of mine and my families dental care needs!
Kim Palmer
2 years ago
My family is very happy with our new dentist. He is great and the staff is terrific. Update, since I wrote this review, they have decided not to take either of my private insurances. Sad! Guess they d ok nt want me business anymore.
Marleny Castellon
2 years ago
Thank you for your love and dedication
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