Changing The Way You Feel About Visiting The Dentist

Dr. James Shoff, a Utah native, did his undergraduate studies at Snow College and the University of Utah. He took a break from his studies to serve a two-year mission in Santiago, Chile, where he learned Spanish, and is still fluent in Spanish today. While on his mission, he realized how important and effective smiles were for communication and decided then to become a dentist. Following his mission, he finished his undergrad degrees with an Associate and Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology.

Dr. Shoff graduated from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine where he earned his dental degree (DMD). While attending Roseman, he was awarded the Outstanding General Dentistry Scholarship. He is a member of the American Dental Association and Colorado Dental Association. He has also completed various Implantology Certification courses furthering his expertise in the dental field. He is very personable, caring and makes interpersonal relationships with his patients a priority.

Dr. Shoff is married to his beautiful wife McCall, and they have four darling young children. Dr. Shoff enjoys activities such as basketball, boating, golfing and serving in his community and church callings.

Dr. Mackenzie Feringa, DMD is a Salt Lake City transplant originally from Michigan. She attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry for her doctorate and completed her General Practice Residency at the University of Utah where she received advanced training in dental implants, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Feringa also earned her undergraduate degree in zoology from Michigan State University. Her passion for transforming smiles and creating confidence in others is what inspired her to pursue dentistry.

Dr. Feringa looks forward to developing trusting patient relationships while building healthy and beautiful teeth. In her free time, she loves rock climbing, skiing, hiking, and exploring Utah.