Braces & Clear Aligner Team in Spanish Fork & Salem
Meet the Thomas Orthodontics Team
As experts in braces and Invisalign, we help Dr. James Thomas meet and exceed your every need. We look forward to joining you on your journey to a new, more beautiful smile at Thomas Orthodontics in Spanish Fork and Salem.
Kim Turner
Office Manager
I was born in Seeley Lake, Montana. My husband Trent and I live in Elk Ridge and have two amazing kids, Morgan and Kalin, and Jakell, our daughter-in-law. We enjoy being outdoors, camping, watching movies, and traveling.
I personally love exercising, running, being in the sun, and baking lots of treats. I started working for Thomas Orthodontics in September of 2014. As a patient myself, I know the confidence a beautiful smile can give someone.
We have the best patients, and I love getting to know them, taking care of them, and being part of their smile transformations!
Jenny Childers
Treatment Coordinator
I grew up in the beautiful state of Washington. I moved to Utah for school, met my husband, Darin, lived in New Mexico for 12 years, and am now back in Utah! Along the way, we had three children aged 16, 14, and 12.
In my spare time, I enjoy baking, traveling, reading, attending sporting events, and exercising (skiing, hiking, running, biking, and tennis). I joined Thomas Orthodontics in 2022 and have loved meeting each new patient.
The dental field has always been a passion of mine, so I enjoy helping kids and adults get started on their journey to getting straight teeth and amazing smiles.
Laina Benhoff
Scheduling Coordinator
I was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, but I have called Utah my home for 23 years. My husband and I are the proud parents of five amazing children: four sons and one daughter.
In my free time I enjoy traveling, spending time with my family, being outdoors, and listening to true crime podcasts. I joined the Thomas Orthodontics team in June 2020 and couldn’t be happier.
I love interacting with our amazing patients and helping them build confident and beautiful smiles.
Jamie Smith
Records Tech
I grew up in Salem and have lived in Spanish Fork for six years. My husband, Dustin, and I have five amazing kids, ages seven to 17.
I enjoy spending time with my family, yoga, shopping, and woodworking. I love getting to know new patients by introducing them to our office. I am so happy to be part of the Thomas Orthodontics team.
Elaina Olsen
Lab Technician
In 5th grade, I did a project about my dream job, orthodontist assistant. Fast forward a few years, and here I am, working at an orthodontics office. Wow, dreams really do come true!
Some of my favorite things to do are watercoloring and sewing. I love hiking, camping, and being out in nature. I especially love being with my family.
Ashlee Gardiner
Clinical Coordinator
I live in a small farming community called Milburn. I’ve worked in the ortho field for 20 years and am new to the Thomas Ortho family. What I love most about orthodontics is making lasting relationships with the patients and watching them grow and change.
When I’m not in the office, you will find me hiking, fishing, enjoying the outdoors with my family, or at hard rock or metal concerts. I love to play sports and support my kids in their athletic events.
Madison Dopp
Orthodontic Assistant
I have been in ortho for a year. I started working for Dr. Thomas in August of 2021. I couldn’t ask for better people to work with. I was born in Ogden and raised in Layton, Utah. I grew up playing sports and still love being active.
I love running, working out, and being outside, especially in the summer. During the winter, you can find me curled up in a blanket and watching a movie. I have a degree in health sciences and am considering going into dental hygiene.
I love teeth and think smiles are our best accessory. I was 14 when I got braces. It was a highlight to watch my teeth straighten, and I received many compliments during and after I got my braces off. I was no longer insecure about my smile.
Now, I get to be a part of that journey with all our patients. Watching their smile improve and seeing the excitement once their braces come off. I get excited for them and feel like I am making a difference. I also enjoy meeting and interacting with new people every day.
Amory Carter
Orthodontic Assistant
I grew up in Fillmore, Utah, and I have lived in Spanish Fork for six years. I love Spanish Fork and want to live here forever. I have three kids, ages three, six, and eight. Life is so fun and crazy busy with them.
I like going to the mountains, playing games, and going to Disney and Universal with family and friends. I’m grateful for my job and love my coworkers and patients.
Took Great Care of My Kids
Dr. Thomas and the staff took great care of both of my kids! Their teeth look beautiful.
—Sabrina B.
Awesome Results
Awesome results and even better staff!
—Jana P.