Dr. Josh Jenkins is a native Idahoan. He was born and raised in the Idaho Falls area. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University and then graduated from Case Western University with his Doctorate in Dental Medicine in 2010. After graduating from dental school he completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Florida. He considers himself very fortunate to have trained with and learned from many top-notch individuals along the way.

There is nothing Dr. Josh loves more than being with his wife Kathryn and their four children. He continues to participate in dental mission trips to the Dominican Republic and looks forward to expanding these trips to other countries as well. Dr. Josh loves spending time in the mountains with family and friends as well as running, biking, fishing, and exploring all that Idaho has to offer.

Dr. Jenkins belongs to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Board of Dentistry.

Dr. Trent Pryor was raised in Cedar City, Utah, and graduated from Cedar High School. He obtained his pre-dental requirements at Southern Utah University. Dr. Pryor received his Doctorate in Dental Medicine in 2007 Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale Florida. He then completed his 2-year Pediatric Specialty, Dental Residency at Nova Southeastern University in 2009.

Dr. Pryor grew up coaching youth sports programs and knew he wanted to be a positive influence in the life of a child for the rest of his life. When not in the office, Dr. Pryor enjoys spending time with his wife Holly and their 3 children, competing in triathlons, playing basketball, golf, and basically any other sporting activities.

Dr. Pryor belongs to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Board of Dentistry and is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Hailing all the way from Michigan, Dr. Upton is happy to call the Magic Valley Home. He and his wife moved to Twin Falls in 2021 and he has been happily practicing dentistry with Smiles 4 Kids ever since. 

Dr. Upton completed both his bachelor’s degree and doctorate in dental surgery at the University of Michigan. After graduating in 2015, he completed an AEGD residency program with NYU Langone, where he found he enjoyed treating and taking care of children. He loves any opportunity to practice speaking Spanish and has volunteered with Global Dental Relief to provide free dental treatment to children in Guatemala.

When Dr. Upton is not in the office he loves spending time with his wife Cassie, their son Clark, and their rescue dogs. He is an avid fly fisherman, and on the weekends he can usually be found knee deep in a river or making too much noise archery hunting in the woods. He also enjoys watching rugby, and having played with the University of Michigan in college he is always cheering on the Wolverines.

He is excited for the opportunity to meet you and your family and to give your child a caring, fun, and easy dental experience while trying to provide the highest quality treatment as possible.

I’ve been a hygienist for over 10 years now and have been at S4K ever since I graduated from ISU! I am happily married to my amazing husband and we have 2 crazy boys and a doggy! We love to camp, travel and spend time with our family!

I have been working at Smiles 4 Kids since 2014. I started in the dental field as a dental assistant and now do all the marketing for the office. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband, Trevor, and our and kids, Nixxon and Lennix. We love summertime and spending our time at baseball, camping and boating!

Hi, I’m April! You’ll find me at the checkout desk helping patients and family wrap up their visit. Outside of the office, I enjoy beauty, self-care, and spending time with friends and family.

Hi, my name is Bailey! I joined the Dental field a few years ago as a part of the administration team, and I have loved it ever since. The environment, being able to work with kids and gaining coworkers who have turned into friends has made my time here that much more enjoyable! I hope to be able to help you & your child one dental visit at a time!

Hi! I work on the admin team here at Smiles 4 Kids and have enjoyed every minute of learning new things, working for amazing doctors and building friendships with the best coworkers. In my free time I love spending time with my daughter, going to concerts and enjoying all things outdoors.

Hi, my name is Caitlin and I have been a dental assistant in pediatrics since 2019. Watching kids grow from being scared to being excited to go to the dentist is my reason! After your child has an appointment with me, my goal is for them to leave saying, “That was actually fun!” I love exploring hot springs, spending time on the water, and fishing!

Hi, my name is Emma! I was born and raised here in Twin Falls, Idaho. Working with kids is something I have always found joy in. When I’m not cleaning teeth, you can find me doing house projects and hanging with my kitty, Miller.

Hi, my name is Marissa! I have been working with children for years and love it! I adore reading and spending time with my dog and two cats. I’m excited to be part of your family’s dental journey!

Hi, I’m Natalia. I enjoy making kids feel less nervous at their appointments and helping smiles stay healthy. In my free time I like to spend time with my family making new memories and going on adventures.

Hi, my name is Tayla! I am part of the admin team and a dental assistant here at Smiles 4 Kids! I love soaking up the sun and being out on the water!

Dr. Scott House was born and raised in Idaho Falls. He completed his undergraduate studies at BYU-Idaho, graduating cum laude with a degree in Biology. He then attended dental school in western New York, at The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. After graduating dental school, he moved to Texas and started practicing dentistry. While working as a general dentist in Texas, he found that the most enjoyable, rewarding part of dentistry was providing care to children. Wanting to provide care at the highest level, he decided to pursue specialty training in pediatric dentistry. He completed his residency in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan, where he also served as chief resident. After moving around the country, he is excited to be back in the great state of Idaho.

Dr. House loves nothing more than spending time with his wife and 4 children. They keep life exciting and fun! Dr. House grew up playing a variety of sports, and can frequently be found on the weekends passionately watching a wrestling match or football game. At other times he enjoys playing his guitar, pretending to be a rock star in his room.

Dr. House is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the Idaho Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Dental Association.

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I have been part of the dental field for over 15 years, and have proudly called Smiles 4 Kids home since 2011. I started my journey as a dental assistant and have grown through several roles along the way, and I’m now the office manager here in Jerome. When I’m not at the office, I’m spending time with my husband and our four kids. We love being outdoors – You’ll often find us golfing, camping, and making memories.

Hi, my name is Litzi – born and raised in Idaho. After High school, I pursued a completely different path as a licensed esthetician & certified lash technician, skills I still love using today. In 2023, I found a new purpose working with Smiles 4 Kids when the Jerome location opened. Now, as part of the S4K administration team & assisting with marketing for our Jerome office, I get to combine creativity with connecting & engaging with families each day. Working with kids & helping create positive experiences has become a passion I never expected – but absolutely love!

Hi, I’m Susie! I graduated from the CSI Dental Assisting Program in 2023 and have been part of the team ever since. I enjoy continuing my dental journey while working with kids. The laughs and high fives are the best part of my day! Outside of the office, I love spending time with my family and being outdoors.

Dr. Josh Jenkins is a native Idahoan. He was born and raised in the Idaho Falls area. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Idaho State University and then graduated from Case Western University with his Doctorate in Dental Medicine in 2010. After graduating from dental school he completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Florida. He considers himself very fortunate to have trained with and learned from many top-notch individuals along the way.

There is nothing Dr. Josh loves more than being with his wife Kathryn and their four children. He continues to participate in dental mission trips to the Dominican Republic and looks forward to expanding these trips to other countries as well. Dr. Josh loves spending time in the mountains with family and friends as well as running, biking, fishing, and exploring all that Idaho has to offer.

Dr. Jenkins belongs to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Board of Dentistry.

Dr. Scott House was born and raised in Idaho Falls. He completed his undergraduate studies at BYU-Idaho, graduating cum laude with a degree in Biology. He then attended dental school in western New York, at The University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. After graduating dental school, he moved to Texas and started practicing dentistry. While working as a general dentist in Texas, he found that the most enjoyable, rewarding part of dentistry was providing care to children. Wanting to provide care at the highest level, he decided to pursue specialty training in pediatric dentistry. He completed his residency in pediatric dentistry at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan, where he also served as chief resident. After moving around the country, he is excited to be back in the great state of Idaho.

Dr. House loves nothing more than spending time with his wife and 4 children. They keep life exciting and fun! Dr. House grew up playing a variety of sports, and can frequently be found on the weekends passionately watching a wrestling match or football game. At other times he enjoys playing his guitar, pretending to be a rock star in his room.

Dr. House is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the Idaho Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Idaho State Dental Association.

I was born and raised in Mexico. I have been in the dental field since 1998. I moved to Burley in 2007 and later obtained my license as a Dental Hygienist. I have been working in pediatric dentistry since February of 2014 and it is the perfect job for me! There is no other place I would rather work. Each day is an adventure and I love the challenges and rewards that this job offers to me.

After earning my Banking and Finance Diploma and spending seven years in banking, I decided to change careers and found my passion in dentistry in 2010. I’ve since served as a co-manager and financial coordinator in dental offices in Boise and Twin Falls, and have been a part of the Smiles 4 Kids team since 2016.

I love helping kids feel comfortable and confident about their smiles and enjoy creating a fun, positive experience for every patient. Outside of work, I stay busy with my husband, two step children, and our fur babies, and enjoy working out, golfing, volleyball, snowboarding, and traveling.

I graduated from dental assisting school in 2013. Quickly after graduation, I realized my passion for working with children. I began my dental assisting career in March of 2014 at Smiles 4 Kids. I have transitioned from dental assisting to all areas of our dental office enjoying each opportunity to grow and expand my knowledge.  When away from work, I enjoy spending time with my 3 boys and husband. We never slow down and are always on the go supporting each other in all that we do.

I’ve been working at Smiles 4 Kids since 2020. I enjoy working at Smiles 4 Kids and making sure patients have a good experience. I love spending time outdoors, especially in the Summer with family and friends.

Hi my name is Leslie! Working with kids is something I’ve always found joy in, definitely never a dull moment. Outside of work I love spending time with my family and friends, especially outdoors in the summer!

Hi my name is Miranda. I have been working in the dental field since 2017. I enjoy working with the kiddos because they are so much fun. In my free time you’ll catch me at some sporting event or outside.

Hi my name is Sam. I have been a dental assistant at Smiles 4 Kids since July of 2022.  I enjoy working with kids and helping them with their oral hygiene.  In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my family.