Meet the Team

At Copper Creek Dental in Daybreak, our mission is to provide only the most thorough and complete dental care to our patients.

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ROBERT STALEY D.M.D

Dr. Staley is a Utah native who spent most of his adolescence in West Jordan and South Jordan. After serving as a missionary in Uruguay, Robert pursued the study of Medicine at the University of Utah, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biology. His Doctorate was obtained at University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Immediately following his graduation from U of L, he served as a lieutenant in the Naval Dental Corps for 3 years and was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Commander. Robert returned to his home state of Utah and opened his first dental office in 2002 at a location in West Jordan. In 2012 the dental team moved to a new and improved location in South Jordan where the Copper Creek team was able to implement input that his patients had given him throughout the years. Another huge part of Dr. Staley’s success, he attributes to his support system consisting of his wife of 30 years and his children ranging from 18 to 28 years of age. He is the proud grandpa of two grandchildren.

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Jared Curtis D.M.D.

Dr. Jared Curtis grew up in Tremonton Utah as the youngest of six children and pursued a degree in Biomedical Engineering at Utah State University. He also spent 2 years in missionary service in southern France, gaining valuable lessons in compassion and resilience.

He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 2013, and joined Copper Creek Dental in 2014, where he committed to staying at the forefront of dental technology. He has embraced innovations such as Cerec, CO2 lasers, intraoral cameras, and guided biofilm therapy.  His training in prosthodontics, surgery, alignment, and occlusion enhances his practice, but it is the interactions with patients that he treasures most. He enjoys getting to know their stories and helping them achieve confident healthy smiles.

At home, Dr. Curtis enjoys spending time laughing together with his wife and 5 children.

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Mike Thomas D.m.d.

Dr. Thomas grew up in Chino Hills, California, but visited Utah often because of family ties. After serving as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Alberta, Canada, he returned home and pursued a degree in Public Health from Brigham Young University, Provo. His study of public health prepared him to be accepted into the Roseman University of Health Sciences Doctor of Dental Medicine program. Dr. Thomas is an anticipated Affiliate Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. His passion and attention to detail make him a great addition to the Copper Creek family. When Dr. Thomas is not in the office he enjoys outdoor activities, exercising, and spending time with his family.

Jennifer

Jennifer has been with Copper Creek Dental since 2010, which obviously shows how much she loves working with the team and patients of Copper Creek Dental!! She loves spending as much time as possible with her husband and 4 children. Some things they like to do together include boating on Lake Powell, camping and riding ATVs. In her personal time, Jen enjoys reading (especially historical fiction).

Rachael

Rachael joined the Copper Creek Dental front office team in 2018. She has always had compassion and a love of people and their individual stories. She enjoys getting to know our patients, young and old. When she's not in the office you can usually find her in the kitchen trying a new recipe or perfecting an old one, running her kids to their sports and social activities or enjoying time in nature. Rachael and her husband have a beautiful daughter and two handsome sons.

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Amy

Amy is part of the Copper Creek Dental front office team. She has worked with Copper Creek Dental since 2016, and has been in the dental field for 14 years. She loves dance, fitness, traveling and spending time with her husband and 3 kids.

Michelle

Michelle has been working with Copper Creek Dental since 2013 and hopefully forever more. Her favorite part about work is talking with the patients each time they come in. When she is away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her handsome husband and two beautiful daughters! Michelle also loves running, laughing and playing sports!

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Heather

Heather has been with Copper Creek Dental as a hygienist for 18 years now, that is crazy! I have a wonderful husband and four amazing kids. My family is my life, I love being a mom and spending time with them.

Lori

Lori has been a hygienist with Copper Creek dental for the last 14 years. For over seven of those years she has been with Copper Creek Dental. While in her spare time she likes to make friends, adventure, travel, yoga, and marathon running a big part of her life. She married her husband along with becoming an instant mom to 5 kids which changed her life routine significantly, as they also added 2 children of their own, now making 4 boys, 3 girls, and a daughter-in-law. She has a great love for nature of all types. She loves to be in the mountains skiing, hiking, or snowmobiling or on the water boating and waterskiing. She currently works one day a week as her life has become very demanding, but she loves her Copper Creek family and the patients she has had the opportunity to know and treat over the years.

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Beth

Beth is a Dental Hygienist at Copper Creek and has been practicing for over 12 years. She graduated with a degree from the Utah College of Dental Hygiene while also obtaining a license to administer local anesthetic. Beth loves to help her patients learn about good oral health and is always looking forward to seeing the positive changes in her patient’s smiles. When Beth is not at the office she loves spending time with her family. She also enjoys boating, skiing, high fitness and golfing.

Leeann

LeeAnn has enjoyed a career in Dentistry for 40 years. She loves connecting with her hygiene patients at Copper Creek Dental. When she is away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her family. She also enjoys gardening, sewing and crafts.

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Tammy

Tammy began her career in dentistry 28 years ago as a certified dental assistant. In 1997, she became a registered dental hygienist after graduating from Weber State University. Tammy loves working with people and enjoys the relationships she has made with patients and office staff. Those that know her say she has the great ability of truly caring about each and every one of her patients and helping them in their dental health journey. She resides in West Jordan with her husband and four children. Her hobbies include pickleball, canyoneering, and exploring trails on her four-wheeler, turbo RZR, and high performance electric scooter.

Nichol

Nichol has worked as a dental hygienist for 27 years. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene from Weber State University. She enjoys working with her patients at Copper Creek Dental. In her time away from the office she enjoys spending time with her family!  She enjoys going on adventures with her husband, 4 kids and their families, including one grandson. Nichol loves being in the outdoors and enjoys hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Her family loves spending time together at their family cabin and enjoys 4 wheeling and snowmobiling. Her favorite summer vacation is Lake Powell and loves boating, water skiing and exploring the beautiful canyons with her family!

Meg

Megan is a treatment coordinator at Copper Creek Dental. She was hired on right after graduating high school. She is in the process of completing her pre requisites for dental hygiene school. She is a dog mom to a beautiful husky puppy, they love to hike, swim, and go on adventures. Megan also enjoys working out, snowboarding, and boating.

Michonne

Michonne is a treatment coordinator at Copper Creek Dental. She has been with us for almost one year and she loves being in the office a couple of days a week! When she isn’t working, she’s probably either enjoying hanging out with her husband or in her car shuttling her 4 kids around to their dance and sports practices. If she happens to find some spare time, you may find her at home doing a craft project, reading a book, or cooking and baking. Michonne loves being part of the Copper Creek team and especially loves getting to know our patients!

Raquelle

Raquelle has lived in South Jordan, Utah her whole life. She is currently attending Utah Valley University and loves to learn! After work, you can find Raquelle on the soccer field coaching her team and kicking the ball around. She loves to stay active, and likes to be outdoors camping, hiking, and boating. Raquelle loves to travel, but her favorite place to visit is Disneyland.

Makenna

Makenna is attending Salt Lake Community College working on her Pre-med and Exercise Science Degree. She loves working out, hiking, snowboarding and traveling. Her favorite place to travel to is Hawaii! She loves being able to provide for patients and help them gain confidence in their smile!

Marisa

Marisa is in the office twice a week and excited to be here! In her time away you might find her substitute teaching at the local schools. But most often you will find her on the sideline of a soccer or football field watching one of her 3 boys or in the audience of a dance competition watching her daughter. She loves spending time with and traveling with her husband and four kids, they are her favorite people. But she will take every chance she gets to be with friends. In the rare quiet moments she likes to read.

Sarah

Sarah Crum has dedicated 18 years to the dental field, with the past 9 as a Registered Dental Hygienist in both general and periodontal practices. She brings specialized expertise in nonsurgical periodontal therapy to her patients daily, leveraging her experience in periodontal care to elevate her general practice. Passionate about educating her patients on the oral-systemic link, Sarah emphasizes the critical role oral health plays in overall wellness. Her commitment to continuous learning has not only enhanced her own knowledge but has also benefited her patients and colleagues who rely on her for the latest insights into patient care.

Recently, Sarah expanded her skill set by training as an Oral Myofunctional Therapist, further enhancing her ability to educate patients on the significant impact airway health has on overall well-being. Her patient-centered approach is deeply personal, shaped by a drive to provide the attentive care she felt was missing in her own youth.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys traveling and exploring with her husband, Jeremie, especially through scuba diving and cruising. She also loves sewing, crafting, and practicing yoga, which helps her manage the physical and mental demands of dentistry. Sarah and Jeremie are proud pet parents to their two beloved fur babies, Milo and Otis.

Hazen

With over 10 years of experience in medical and dental billing, insurance, and registration, Hazen joined Copper Creek Dental in May 2024. Passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients, she strives to provide a personalized experience for each individual. She loves coming to work and spending her day with outstanding patients and the incredible team at Copper Creek. Outside of work, Hazen is a foodie who loves reading, traveling, off-roading, and exploring all sorts of media—from movies and concerts to fun outings with her friends and family. Hazen and her husband are excited to welcome a little girl to their adventuring in November 2024!

Make an Appointment Today

For individuals who live in South Jordan, Utah, Copper Creek Dental can assist you with any of your cosmetic, general, and curative dental needs. To make an appointment or learn more about us, call our office today at 801-280-1911.

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