Dr. Pond was born and raised in the suburbs of New York. Attending USU in Logan made him fall in love with everything Utah has to offer. He married a Utah girl and dragged her off to St. Louis with him to dental school (Washington University). After graduating they moved back and have been here ever since. He has 4 children, 3 grandchildren, a cat and the neediest dog you'll ever encounter.
Dr. Pond has been in practice for over 30 years, is a mentor and lecturer for InnoBioSurg of America Implants as well as a certified Phlebotomist. Dr. Pond continues to expand his knowledge of the dental field and surrounding disciplines, ensuring the best dental care possible. He has completed cases which include bone grafting, sinus lifts, and soft tissue grafting. From single implants to full arch rehabilitation, screw retained to hybrid prosthesis. Dr. Pond is well versed in diagnosis, placement and restoration.
Anna is not only a chair side assistant, she also has certifications as a CNA as well as a Doula. Her level of caring is only surpassed by her easy going manner and sense of humor. She is married with one crazy little boy, two insane dogs, loves Disney and being active outdoors, camping and hiking.
Alicia's spunky personality is a perfect fit with the rest of the office, she's loud and ridiculous in the best possible way. She has one daughter and one dog and loves camping, fishing and being outdoors. Alicia recently graduated with her Associates degree and is excited to be working in the dental field.
Jennikagraduated from Utah College of Dental Hygiene in 2016 and has been a hygienist ever since. Before becoming a hygienist she worked in the medical field as a CNA starting back in 2009. She enjoys working with her patients and has an extremely outgoing and fun personality. Jennika was born and raised in West Jordan, Utah and graduated from West Jordan High School, were she met her husband. She enjoys spending time with her family and the great outdoors.
Rachel, as CEO of a family of four, adds a level of realism to caring for and scheduling around the hectic lives we all live. She also has a firm grasp of the need to work within a family's budget to get the best care for your loved ones. Rachel has two hyper active boys and can usually be found cheering them on at the baseball diamond, football field, basketball court or soccer field.
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
As a practice, we are true believers that preventive care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.