Youll love the personal attention we give to your comfort and appearance, and you will appreciate our use of the latest materials, modern treatment techniques, and our pleasant relaxed environment. I am proud to have served patients in our community as a dentist for over eight years. The combination of continuing education and state-of-the-art equipment allow us to offer you and your family the high level of care youre looking for. My team and I look forward to giving you a warm welcome and our ongoing commitment to your dental health.

Creighton University School of Dentistry Doctor of Dental Surgery, magna cum laude, 1999 Brigham Young University Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1995 Church Service Mission Duesseldorf, Germany, 1990-1992 Brighton High School, 1990

In addition to my formal education, I have taken extensive continuing education courses, focusing on dental implants, cosmetic dentistry through the Seattle Institute of Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry, IV and oral sedation dentistry, and clear aligner orthodontics.

Our friendly, dedicated, and energetic team is committed to working with you and your family to create a positive experience every time you visit our practice.We welcome you with warm smiles to our practice!

I graduated from Weber State University with my Bachelors degree in dental hygiene and a minor in health promotion in 1999, and have worked with Dr. McNeil ever since! I appreciate the detail and care he gives each individual by servicing them with the most technologically advanced materials. Finding a quality dentist can be a challenge, but I can assure you that he, as well as his staff, is exceptional. We will go the extra mile to make your experience like none other before.

I work alongside Dr. McNeil and our hygienist, assisting with patient care and preparing rooms for patient procedures. I love working with our patients and my team; I feel like every day I am given the opportunity to make a difference in so many people.

I began my career in dentistry as a dental assistant in 1988 in my home state of New York. I loved learning new things and meeting new people everyday. My favorite part of being a dental assistant was helping people feel more relaxed in the dental office and helping them have a positive experience. I have enjoyed working with Dr. McNeil because he goes the extra mile to provide excellent dental care and is above all concerned about their oral health and overall well-being. In addition to working 25 years in the dental field, I have a passion for fitness, I am a fitness instructor and personal trainer which I enjoy just as much as helping people with their dental health.

My main goal is to make sure our patients feel comfortable and welcome each and every time they come to our office. I enjoy interacting with our patients and making them feel comfortable while receiving treatment to relieve their headache and migraine pain. I also enjoy seeing the steps of progression throughout their case, whether it is small or large. I love the atmosphere that Dr. McNeil and our team have created; it is nice to work with kind and helpful people that want you to succeed in life, both personally and professionally. I am currently a student attending Salt Lake Community College. When I have free time, I really enjoy outdoor activities and spending time with my family.

As a dental hygienist, I am responsible for patient screening procedures, cleanings, and education about proper oral hygiene habits by teaching how to properly brush and floss. My favorite part about my job is getting to know my patients individually and helping them improve their oral hygiene and overall health through education. Working with Dr. McNeil makes my job very enjoyable because of his great personality and the undivided attention he gives to his patients. He gets to know his patients on an individual basis and truly cares about helping them better their lives through educating and helping with personal oral needs. I feel very fortunate to be a part of his team. I am married to the love of my life and cherish my time spent with family and friends. I am an outgoing person and enjoy photography and outdoor activities such as boating, mountain biking, running, playing sports, and skiing, just to name a few!

In the frenzy of decisions and preparations you are now faced with, more often than not, dental health is not even given a second thought, but this should not be the case. Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation often have negative side effects on your mouth and teeth. There are a few steps you can take to minimize the damage and at the same time reduce the unwanted and painful symptoms and complications you will experience.

Visit your dentist to evaluate your dental health and discuss treatment options you should consider. Periodontal disease (gum disease) and tooth decay (cavities) should be treated. In addition discuss what preventive measures you should take, i.e. home care routines, fluoride treatments, antibacterial rinses etc. Prevention is the best medicine.

-Mucositis: Most people will experience some degree of mouth and throat sores. These sores make it difficult to eat, and at a time when proper nutrition is critical. Consult with your dentist or physician about prescription rinses that can help with this problem. These rinses may include some that simply coat and numb the tissues to minimize discomfort and rinses that help minimize the incidence of bacteria and fungal infections, and rinses that help prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease. -Dry Mouth: In addition to increasing the mouth and tongue soreness, dry mouth puts your teeth at greater risk of developing cavities. If you are like most adults and have some degree of gum recession that has exposed the sensitive and venerable roots of the teeth, you will be even more at risk of developing cavities. The decrease in saliva is caused by the effects of the cancer treatments on the salivary glands, and often worsens with additional medications you may need to take. Treatment for the dry mouth may include: oral rinses to minimize the risk of developing tooth decay, rinses to coat and sooth the oral tissues, professionally applied fluoride treatments, and home fluoride treatments. -Infections: Because the cancer treatments will often weaken your immune systemyour bodys natural ability to fight infectionyou will be more susceptible to infections in your mouth. Treatment for infections may require you to see your dentist for treatment, antibiotics and antibacterial rinses. The best prevention for infections is maintaining very thorough oral hygiene, i.e. brush at least two times per day, floss at least one time per day, and rinse your mouth often.

After completion of cancer treatments, you should visit your dentist for a check-up and cleaning and to address any problems that may have developed. It is also very important to maintain excellent care of your teeth and mouth through proper brushing and flossing techniques. Your normal saliva flow (spit) may not return for several months or years, so taking continued preventive measures is critical to long term dental health.