Dr. KC Esplin
Dr. Kaleb "KC" Esplin was born in Southern Idaho and raised in St. George, Utah. He received his Bachelors of Science at Utah State University and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Utah School of Dentistry. He attended a three-year periodontal residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he also received his Masters of Science.
While a resident, Dr. Esplin performed research on regenerating bone around failing implants with a specific focus on comparing titanium and zirconia implants. His research has been published in the Journal of Periodontology and led to him receiving multiple national awards including the John F. Prichard Research Award and the James T. Mellonig Regeneration Award. Outside of placing and repairing implants, Dr. Esplin specializes in treating gum disease utilizing laser technology, reversing and addressing gum recession, diagnosis and removal of problematic teeth, and preparing sites for implant placement.
Outside of periodontics, KC enjoys performing on various musical instruments, being in nature, and spending time with his wife Savanna and their two sons. He is excited to officially be home in Idaho and is looking forward to providing meticulous and compassionate care to his patients!