Our Story
Utley Orthodontics opened in 1993 and has remained in its original location for 31 years!
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Originally, the clinic featured only 3 chairs and no assistants on staff. Dr. Utley also partnered with dental groups in both Helena, AR and Olive Branch, MS to better facilitate his patients. In 2020, despite seeing patients in 3 locations for many years, he decided to put his time, focus and heart into his Cordova location and parted ways with the MS & AR groups. Although he no longer travels to see patients, many patients and next generations still travel to see him!
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In 2013, a huge renovation and expansion was completed on the Cordova office. The expansion grew the office to double its original size and now features 6 chairs and a full staff of 6. We choose to remain a boutique style practice to maintain a personal feel for our patients!​
Meet the Team!
We love applying our skills and adapting to give our patients the best and most personalized care to fit their needs.
Our highly motivated staff are excited to meet you and to help you reach your smile goals!
Dr. Kevin C. Utley, DDS, MS
"I graduated from University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in 1990 and completed a residency at Department of Orthodontics University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in 1993. I achieved Diplomate status with American Board of Orthodontics in 2010.
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I have been in private practice in Cordova since 1993!
I chose Orthodontics and love practicing Orthodontics because of the incredible difference I can make in my patients' lives."
Lisa - Office Manager
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TN Registered Dental Hygienist
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CPR & First Aid Certified
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Insurance Coordinator
I graduated from University of Tennessee College of Allied Health Sciences in 1989. I received a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene.
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I have worked part time at Utley Orthodontics since its opening, but started full-time at the front desk in July 2022.
Mandy - Clinical Assistant
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TN Registered Dental Assistant
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TN ​Radiology Certified
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CPR & First Aid Certified
"I graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Concorde Career College in 2020. I completed my extern at Utley Orthodontics and quickly knew orthodontics was the field for me! I joined the Utley Team in Feb 2020.
I enjoy watching the patients' journeys start to finish!"
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Carlyiah - Clinical Assistant
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TN Registered Dental Assistant
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TN ​Radiology Certified
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CPR & First Aid Certified
"I graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Concorde Career College in 2023. I completed my externship at Utley Orthodontics and joined the team soon after!
I have learned so much from Dr. Utley and his incredible staff, which has only grown my enthusiasm for orthodontics even more!"
Amanda - Clinical Assistant
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TN & MS Registered Dental Assistant
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TN ​& MS Radiology Certified
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CPR & First Aid Certified
"I graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Delta Technical College in 2010. I have been an orthodontic assistant for 13 years and I joined the Utley team in July 2024!
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I absolutely love what I do! I enjoy being a part of each patient's unique smile journey!"
Samantha - Clinical Assistant
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TN Registered Dental Assistant
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TN ​Radiology Certified
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CPR & First Aid Certified
"I graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Tennessee College of Applied Technology August 2024. I completed my externship at Utley Orthodontics and was hired immediately following graduation.
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I love being able to build relationships with patients and help them achieve healthier and more confident smiles!"
Lorna - Front Desk
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Registered Dental Assistant
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Radiology Certified
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4 years customer service experience
"I graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Concorde Career College in September 2023. I joined the Utley Team in November 2024.
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I am so grateful to be a part of the team, and I have really enjoyed getting to know our patients!"​