More Than A Mouthful - December 2011

By: M. Michelle Spencer

Dr. Willian Wright

    "OK, go SMILE at Dr. Wright before your leave," states a clinical assistant as the patient gets up to leave their examination chair at the conclusion of their appointment.
    "It was great to see you today, Everything looks awesome. Remember to be careful with what you eat so that the brackets on your braces don't become loose or broken. You may be a little sore for a few days," Dr. Wright jovially explains to the 14 year old patient.
    Dr. Wright, a native of Heber City, Utah, received his Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University. He graduated with honors while achieving his D.D.S. degree as well as his specialty certificate in orthodontics from the University of Missouri Kansas City. Upon completion of school Dr. Wright and his family made their way back to Utah where he started his career servicing the Uintah Basin and Heber Valley.   
    Dr. Wright's main focus with his career in orthodontics can best be summed up with his office motto which reads:

"Quality is never an accident. It is the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives."
—Willa A. Foster

Helping patients get through their orthodontic treatment as quickly as possible without sacrificing the desired results is the number one goal of Dr. William D. Wright and his staff.
    Results are what Dr. Wright is able to achieve with his patients through a myriad of orthodontic techniques. After a patient's initial consultation Dr. Wright and his staff configure a customized program that is meant to maximize the benefits of the orthodontic techniques which are used. Dr. Wright prides himself in offering a wide range of orthodontic techniques because he realizes that not every patient's treatment plan will be the same.
    "Some of my patients do great with the Invisalign products, where others need more in-depth treatments like the SmartClip Self-Ligating Braces which are actual computer engineered braces. It's our goal to provide the most sound, advanced, state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment available. Everyone wants to have a beautiful and confident smile, so we want to help our patients achieve the desired results as soon as they possibly can."

Dr. Larsen and Dr. Haslem’s staff presenting the check
of the money donated at this year’s Charity Bowl.

    Wright Orthodontics treats people of all ages, they actually like to see children as young as seven in order to determine if orthodontic care is needed and to what extent. Early treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, avoid the need for permanent tooth extractions, reduce likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, correct thumb-sucking, and eliminate abnormal swallowing or speech problems. In other words, early treatment can simplify later treatment. However, if you are one of those oh so lucky adults who needs braces, Dr. Wright can help you out as well.
    Wright Orthodontics is not all business all of the time. In fact Dr. Wright love's being able to help out the community and be involved. Every year Dr. Wright and several additional local dentists get together in the month of November for a charity bowling tournament. This bowling tournament allows them to raise money to give back to the community that they love and who supports them in return.
    This year was no exception. Wright Orthodontics hosted their 8th Annual Charity Bowl Friday November 18th at the Dinah Bowl in Vernal, UT. The offices that participated in this year's event were: Dr. Callahan, Dr. Hunt, Dr. Haslem, Dr. Larsen, Dr. Monfredi, Dr. Ogden, Patterson Dental, Dr. Smuin, Dr. Spendlove, Dr. Tomlinson, Dr. White and of course Dr. Wright.
    This year Dr. Larsen and Dr. Haslem's office was the winning team, claiming a second year in a row, the traveling trophy, the title and the honor of selecting the charity. With over $3000 raised for the Ashley Food Pantry Wright Orthodontics was "bowled over" with the success of this year's tournament and looks forward to the competition and bonding at next year's tournament.

Dr Wright and his staff are always eager to help their clients.

    Wright Orthodontics participates in numerous other community projects and services. One that is near and dear to Dr. Wright and his wife Jackie's hearts is Trees for Charity. They've been supporting Trees for Charity for 8 years, and are proud to be a part of a community that cares. Dr. Wright & Jackie are amazed as everyday people in this community that may not have much themselves, come together in a spirit of giving and raise literally thousands of dollars to help those in need. Trees for Charity is a great way to kick off the Christmas season, the spirit of giving and the feelings fostered by helping someone else in need is magical.
    Wright Orthodontics looks forward to what the 2012 year will bring and are excited for not only the growth of their own practice but the new office they are building to better accommodate their patients.