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James Powell, DDS

I love that Dr Powell is so direct, as well as efficient. I am able to get a lot of good feedback and information, as well as identify my options, including financial options. He is also very personal and remembers specific things about me and my family. I also appreciate his extensive knowledge of deep-track 1980s music.

Dr. James Powell hales from West Valley City, UT. He graduated from Ricks College (now BYU-Idaho), and from Utah State University. From there he attended the University of Michigan where he received a doctorate degree in dentistry in 2007. In between living in these frigid environments of Idaho, Northern Utah, and Michigan he served an LDS mission in the tropical islands of the Philippines, where he came to the realization that a long cold winter is not necessary for enjoyment of life. His first year out of dental school was spent in a residency program for Advanced Education in General Dentistry studying and practicing all aspects of family dentistry with rotations through orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. He then spent an additional three years practicing dentistry in the US Army in Georgia, during which time he deployed to Iraq and served for a year as the brigade dentist of the 1st HBCT, 3ID. Now he is happy to be in the United States with his wife and four young kids. He loves beautiful Southern Utah where he can be both close to extended family and far from snow. Service is a big part of Dr. Powell’s philosophy of general dentistry. He has volunteered extensively with Operation Smile since becoming aware of the organization while in the Philippines and plans to continue to work with them. If you would like to learn more about this excellent organization, their website is www.operationsmile.org. He has also volunteered locally through the “Dentistry with a Heart” program and the “Give Kids a Smile” program. Outside of dentistry he also enjoys working in local youth soccer and scout programs. He loves to read, especially classic novels. Most of all he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids camping, hiking, canoeing, backpacking, and going to the beach. Dr. Powell prides himself on an honest and gentle approach to dentistry.

Alan Schmidt, DMD

You can trust Dr. Schmidt. My family & I have been going to him for many years & he is very honest & goes above & beyond for each patient. He really gets to know each patient..the best overall doctor that I have!

Dr. Alan Schmidt graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1987. He received a degree of D.M.D., Doctor of Dental Medicine. He holds licenses in the states of Pennsylvania, and Utah. He has been in continuous practice since October of 1987. He was employed by American Dental Services for 15 years. He served as a senior Orthodontist for 18 years in his last position. When he isn’t practicing Dentistry he enjoys model railroading, off road riding in his side by side, repairing things, and playing video games.

Phillip Acevedo, DDS

Been a client here since it was Dr Lundeen and was worried about a new practitioner. However Dr. Acevedo is amazing. I have not had a better experience with any dentist and highly recommend him. Spends his time wisely educating both the staff and his patients. I will schedule all future visits with this great Doctor.

Dr. Acevedo started his dental career in 2008 as a lab technician by becoming a Certified Dental Laboratory Technician through USC.He has gone on to receive the Dr. Rodolfo Montes Memorial Scholarship for outstanding academic record and community service, the Louis and Erma Feldman Endowed Scholarship for leadership and academic excellence, and he was voted the Best Hand Skills by USC Dental Class of 2015. Dr. Acevedo believes that skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. As a dental professional, he stays up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for his patients. As a doctor, he recognizes that his patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in him and his team. He is a member of The California Dental Association, American Dental Association, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Dr. Acevedo loves living in Southern Utah and spending time outdoors. When outside the office, he enjoys hiking, camping, and biking with his wife and three boys, Kayden, Kale, and Kingston.

Dr. Shaun Heward - Oral Maxillofacial Surgeon

I had oral surgery today. I had anesthesia and everything went perfectly. The whole team was great! Dr. Shaun Heward, the surgeon, is so caring and kind. He called me twice before my surgery to explain everything that would be done and to answer my questions. It really put me at ease.

Dr. Shaun Heward was born and raised in Sandy, Utah. He attended Alta High School and completed his undergraduate at University of Utah. During this time he worked as a dental laboratory technician making crowns and bridges. He then moved to Lexington, Kentucky where he completed dental school at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. Following dental school, he began medical school at the University of Michigan Medical School. While at the University of Michigan, he also completed his internship in general surgery, residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and was a chief resident in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Heward has extensive surgical training in corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery), tumors/cysts of the jaws, face trauma, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, cleft lip and palate, face reconstruction and bone grafting. He is delighted to have moved back to his home state of Utah and working with Platinum Dental Services. He also has a passion for serving others abroad and continues to treat less fortunate patients on mission trips overseas. When Dr. Heward is not at work he enjoys camping, fishing, hunting, biking, shooting, gardening, wood working and cooking.

Dr. Paul Francis - Periodontist

From the moment I walked in the door I was welcomed, treated amazingly well and so well taken care of. Dr. Francis and his team were fantastic and showed such concern and care for me. I will definitely go back for all of my periodontal work because they are incredible! Thank you so so much!

Doctor Paul Francis is married and has three children. His daughter, Cassandra Silva, lives in Melbourne Australia, She graduated with a Masters degree in Marketing and works in the dental field, doing marketing for Dentsply. His son, Alexander, graduated in 2010 with honors from SUU, and from Bowling Green University with a Masters of Philosophy in 2014. Nicholas, his youngest son, graduated from The University of Utah with a Masters degree in Finance and Business, he works for a local FinTech company. Dr. Francis attended Uintah High school, BYU and VCU before graduating with a DDS degree at the Medical College of Virginia in 1985. He then entered the United States Army as a Captain and began his dental career in Kaiserslautern Germany. He practiced as a general dentist in the Army before entering his periodontics residency. He received his certificate in Periodontics from the U.S. Army Periodontic Residency at Ft. Gordon, GA and his M.S. in Oral Biology from the Medical College of Georgia in 1998. Dr. Francis completed his board certification with the American Board of Periodontology in 1999, while serving in Seoul, South Korea. Colonel Francis served as an instructor and mentor for the Army AEGD-1 year residency program and a proctor for the mock boards at the University of Washington Periodontal Residency Program. He has been an instructor for the Dental Hygiene course at the Medical College of Georgia and an adjunctive faculty member for Armstrong Atlantic State University Dental Hygiene program. Dr. Francis is currently on the staff as an adjunctive faculty member at the Utah College of Dental Hygiene. Colonel Francis holds the Surgeon General’s “A” designator and has earned military awards to include the Expert Field Medical Badge, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Legion of Merit. Colonel Francis was also the 18th MED COM Periodontal Consultant from 1998-2000 in Seoul Korea. Dr. Francis is a member, and a Diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology He is a member of the American Dental Association, Utah Dental Association and the 38thParallel Dental Society. Dr. Francis was the President of the Provo District Dental society in 2011, and for many years was the leader of a Spear Study Club that meets monthly. Dr Francis is currently working as a Periodontist in St. George Utah at Platinum Dental.