Our Doctors
Dr. Gervasi
DDS
Dr. Gervasi is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating high school he attended Brigham Young University- Idaho where he earned a Bachelor Degree of Science in the field of Exercise Physiology. He earned and received his doctorate degree at the University of Detroit Mercy. After graduating dental school, he went on to pursue more education with a one year AEGD Residency program at Roseman University. He really enjoys doing all aspects of dentistry, which include root canals, implants, extractions, restorations, and crowns. He is someone who wants his patients to be comfortable in the chair before providing treatment. He enjoys listening to his patients and doing his best to meet their needs and concerns.
Dr. Gervasi enjoys doing many activities in his spare time. He enjoys hiking, working out, playing sports,cooking new recipes, snowmobiling, and attending sports events.
Dr. Gneiting
DMD
Dr. Gneiting is a dedicated dentist with deep roots in Idaho, where he grew up on a family farm. Coming from a family of dental professionals, both of his brothers are also dentists, which inspired his passion for the field. He earned his undergraduate degree from BYU-Idaho and went on to complete his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at Midwestern University. Dr. Gneiting takes pride in his versatility, excelling in a wide range of dental procedures including crowns, cosmetic dentistry, root canals, and implants. He finds joy in working closely with each patient to craft personalized treatment plans, helping them achieve healthy, confident smiles.
Now residing in Utah, Dr. Gneiting embraces the outdoor lifestyle, enjoying skiing, hiking, and boating in his free time. His commitment to patient care and love for creating individualized solutions are part of the reasons he loves working at Young Family Dental.
Dr. Hall
DMD
Dr. Hall was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. He received his undergraduate degree from Washington State University. Following that, he received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Roseman University of Health sciences in Utah where he received the distinguished community service award upon graduation. He enjoys making sure his patients feel comfortable and understands a good relationship is key to providing the best treatment possible. He primarily does fillings, crowns, root canals, and extractions while always looking to improve and become the best dentist he can be. As an avid snowboarder who spent his childhood on the slopes in Alaska, Utah is a perfect fit for him with its many accessible mountains. He also enjoys hiking, sports, cooking, miniature painting, and traveling.
Dr. Michael Loeser
DMD
Dr. Michael Loeser is a graduate of Brighton High School. He received his B.S. Degree in medical biology from the University of Utah, where he was in Phi Eta Sigma and the Golden Key Honor Society. He is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. He enjoys mountain biking, wakeboarding, and snowboarding. Dr. Loeser works every Thursday in our American Fork office.
Dr. Kwang (Michael) Park
DDS
Dr. Park completed his undergraduate work at Westminister College in Salt Lake City. He furthered his education by gaining a dental degree from the New York University and graduated in 2004. Following dental school, he served in a residency program which gave him expertise in endodontics. Although Dr. Park performs all general dentistry procedures, he really gets pleasure from the challenge and thoroughness of root canal work, and cosmetic restoration of crowns and bridges. He finds achieving optimal oral health for his patients very rewarding and likes working with both children and adults. Dr. Park enjoys the congenial atmosphere of Young Family Dental, and has been with the practice for over eleven years.
Dr. Ritchie Pelton
DMD
Dr. Ritchie Pelton has lived most of his life in Utah County. He became a second generation dentist by receiving his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from UNLV. He has been with Young Family Dental, since 2014 and takes pride in his work, ensuring the best quality dental care is available to each one of his patients. Dr. Pelton stays up to date on all the current dental techniques in order to provide his patients with all general procedures, in addition to root canals, and cosmetic dentistry such as crowns, bridges, dentures and implants. He is on staff at the Riverwoods and Lone Peak Surgical Centers in order to conduct procedures under general anesthesia. Dr. Pelton currently serves in the Army National Guard and provides dental exams to our local soldiers.
Dr. Ian Pung
DDS
Dr. Pung is a graduate of the USC School of Dentistry, and has been practicing dentistry for over 22 years and is a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Pung believes that each and every patient deserves thorough, personalized attention and care. His patients appreciate the time he spends with them to answer all of their questions and concerns. Dr. Pung’s dental expertise, talent and artistic abilities combine to provide his patients with beautiful cosmetic dentistry as well as a full range of dental services. Active in their church and community, Dr. Pung and his family enjoy gourmet cooking, participating in musical activities, and spending quality time together. He is the father of six children and the grandfather of four. Dr. Pung works in our Riverton office on Thursday and Saratoga Springs on Friday, with occasional Saturdays in Riverton or Saratoga Springs.
Dr. Watts
DMD
Dr. Watts was born and raised in Southern California, and received her undergraduate degree in Biology and Society from Cornell University. She stayed in Utah after receiving her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Roseman University of Health Sciences in South Jordan, where she received the distinguished ambassador award and distinguished leadership award.
She enjoys all parts of general dentistry but especially enjoys working with pediatric patients and making their dental experience positive. Dr. Watts loves hiking, skiing, and scuba diving as well as baking sourdough and cooking.
Dr. Paige White
DDS
Dr. Paige Allen is a Utah native. She graduated with a bachelor degree from Weber State and then received a DDS degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond Virginia in 2001.
She furthered her dental education by attending a dental hospital residency in Indianapolis after dental school. Dr. White has practiced dentistry in Utah and Oregon. She currently resides in Utah County with her husband and three children. She enjoys running, swimming, biking, and playing sports with her family. Dr. White works in our Orem office on Wednesday and Thursday and every other Saturday in American Fork.
Dr. Ryan Workman
DDS
Dr. Workman graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine in 2001. He did additional training in pediatric dentistry at Rainbow Babies Children Hospital in Ohio, as well as Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City. Dr. Workman does all manner of general dentistry and root canal therapy but worked exclusively in cosmetic dentistry for several years making him extremely proficient in this field. He also has extensive knowledge with clear brace orthodontics and has handled numerous cases.
Dr. Workman enjoys being a part of Young Family Dental, helping patients obtain a healthy and confident smile. He also does volunteer work at the Homeless Shelter Dental Clinic every month.