Meet The Staff

Following dental school, Dr. Allen was commissioned as a captain in the United States Army, where he expanded his dental expertise through an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program, working closely with specialists in all fields of dentistry. His military service was distinguished by several honors, including the Army Achievement Medal and the Army Commendation Medal, and he completed his tenure at the rank of Major.

Dr. Allen’s commitment to professional growth led to a series of accolades. In 2018, he was awarded a Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry, an honor bestowed upon a select number of dentists. This commitment to excellence was further acknowledged by Incisal Edge Magazine, which named him in their “Top 40 Under 40” list in 2021. In the same year, he completed an Executive MBA from Utah State University’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business. His reputation for excellence continued to grow, and in 2023, he achieved Mastership status in the Academy, a prestigious designation held by less than 2% of dentists.

In 2017, Dr. Allen received a unique honor from Dr. Gordon Christensen, a leader in the field, who invited him to serve as a mentor at Practical Clinical Courses (PCC Dental), an opportunity offered to only a select number of dentists.

Dr. Allen also applies his practical knowledge as a product evaluator for Clinician’s Report, a non-profit organization esteemed for its impartial assessments of dental products. His ingenuity is also showcased in his development of the VersaGrip Mouth Mirror, a tool that has made improvements to the ergonomics of dental practice.

Dr. Ryan Allen, alongside his wife Katie and their four sons, have called many places home, from the bustling streets of New York to the open skies of Oklahoma and Colorado. Now settled in Utah, they’re enjoying life in a community where they’re surrounded by friends and family, and where they feel a strong sense of belonging.