Known for his friendly demeanor, Will relocated to Utah to be closer to his wife’s family and is passionate about making kids smile—whether it’s through a fun visit or a free sticker. His love of working with kids came from the simple joys of being able to have fun in the office, and his favorite moments include hearing a patient say, “I love the dentist!” or exclaim, “That was it?!”
Before becoming a pediatric dentist, Will worked as a Chemist and Engineer at NASA. His background in STEM continues to shape the care he provides every patient. Will has previously practiced in Tennessee and Hawaii and loves helping parents and kids understand the importance of oral health in an engaging and approachable way.
He’s an expert bubble blower, loves tri-tip steak, and if he had to choose one place to travel, it would be Hawaii. Will is writing a book in his free time and would love to be on the Disney Channel as the next Bill Nye the Science Guy. He looks forward to being a parent soon and is excited to bring a new parenthood perspective to his work and connect with families on an even deeper level.
BS, Biochemistry BYU
MS, Chemistry, BYU, 2015
DDS, University of the Pacific, 2018
Residency Yale School of Medicine/YNHH Children’s Hospital, 2018-2020
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I’ve been bringing my son to Family First Pediatrics for over 7 years, and I couldn’t be happier with the care we’ve received. The entire team is professional, kind, and truly dedicated to the well-being of their patients. Dr. Thomas is absolutely wonderful—always patient, thorough, and great at making both kids and parents feel at ease. I always feel confident that my son is in good hands here. Highly recommend this clinic to any family looking for reliable, compassionate pediatric care!
—Nina Mai.
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Cory grew up in Utah and feels like nothing beats the mountains, people, and endless outdoor activities in the state. Cory’s interest in dentistry began in childhood, inspired by his own orthodontist, who happened to live on his street and serve...
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James grew up right here in Utah, hiking the many mountain trails, swimming at Lake Powell, and rooting for the Utah Jazz. He knew he wanted to be a dentist from a very young age, having more or less grown up in dental offices. Teeth are a family bus...