About Dr. Utley
Dr. Utley is a native of Toledo, Ohio. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from University of Detroit-Mercy School of Dentistry in Michigan and completed an Advanced Education of Prosthodontics Residency training program at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia. She earned a Master’s Degree of Healthcare Administration from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill.
With over 22 years of clinical experience, Dr. Utley has honorably served military beneficiaries in the United States and abroad as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Dental Corps. She also served four academic appointments as Adjunct Clinical Professor at dental schools in support of dental education.
Guided by the “ohana spirit,” Dr. Utley is committed to offering evening and weekend hours to accommodate families with non-traditional schedules in the Kapolei dental office of Hawaii Family Dental. As one of the few Board-Certified Prosthodontists in Hawaii, Dr. Utley welcomes patients of all needs, from straightforward cases to the most complex.
Dr. Utley has a global perspective on health and wellness, because oral health affects systemic conditions. Her evidence based clinical practice models a valuable preventive care approach. She is licensed to practice dentistry in Hawaii, North Carolina, Georgia, and Maryland.
Dr. Utley is a diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics (ABP) and served a six-year appointment as the Deputy Consultant of Prosthodontics to the U.S. Army Surgeon General.
She earned fellowship status in the American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics (AAFP), American College of Prosthodontist (ACP), International College of Dentists (ICD), and American College of Dentists (ACD). She also maintains membership with American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), Academy for Sports Dentistry, American Dental Association (ADA), Association of Army Dentistry (AAD), and American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).
In her spare time, Dr. Utley is an avid fan of University of Hawaii Bands and Athletics. She also enjoys hiking with her family and photography.
Oral Health Services
Provide preventive services to monitor the patient’s oral health and general wellness, promote healthy habits, and catch signs of systemic problems early. This is accomplished by promoting semi-annual dental check-ups, professional dental cleanings, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, nutritional counseling, oral hygiene education, tobacco cessation education, blood pressure & diabetes screenings, collaboration with other healthcare providers, and encouraging patient follow-up.
Examine, diagnosis, and care for patients who require restorative services such as periodontal treatments, fillings, & root canal therapy to remedy existing dental disease. Manage complex esthetic and occlusal problems, as well as replace missing teeth and associated oral structures due to disease, dental sports injuries, and other trauma. The care of complex dental problems is accomplished through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach with options such as dental implants, conventional crown & bridge prosthetics, removable prosthetics, or a combination of these treatment modalities. All treatment options include post-treatment maintenance protocols for an improved quality of life.
Support the medical diagnosis of mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by fabricating prescription oral appliances. Patient comfort is key in customizing the design and materials of an oral appliance, such as mandibular advancement devices (MAD) or tongue-retaining devices (TRD). Collaboration with a Sleep Physicians for long-term management of the OSA medical diagnosis is essential to enhance the patient’s quality of life and sleep health.
Diagnosis and treat anatomical temporomandibular joint (TMJ) symptoms that often lead to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Diagnosis is often a multidisciplinary approach with other providers. Advanced diagnostic imaging is required to evaluate bone structure, detect pathology, disc position, joint space, and other anatomical details. Non-surgical treatment approaches include occlusal splints, physical therapy, medication, and behavioral modification such as stress management and dietary changes.
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