Dr. Venssa Knight, DDS

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Get to know Dentist Dr. Venssa Knight, who serves patients in Park City, Utah.

Dr. Knight is recognized as one of the premier dentists in Utah. She is currently serving patients’ dental needs at Knight + Knight Dental Healthcare in Park City, Utah. She and her husband, Dr. Michael Knight, are the owners of the dental practice. They work together to offer the latest in dental care that patients require in order to keep their smiles healthy, including dental exams and dental cleanings. At Knight + Knight Dental Healthcare, Dr. Knight performs a majority of the procedures involving restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Knight is the only dentist in Park City who is a “Sustaining Member” of the prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, having been a member since 2010. Many of the beautiful smiles found around Park City are proof of her exceptional clinical skills and her commitment to excellence.

Dr. Knight is a Native Texan; however, she has been caring for the residents of Park City for over 18 years. Dr. Knight received much of her advanced post-grad training in cosmetic dentistry and full mouth rejuvenation from one of the premier “dental gurus” in America today – Dr. David Hornbrook.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. As a dentist, Dr. Knight is responsible for diagnosing oral diseases, as well as promoting oral health and disease prevention. Additionally, she looks for abnormalities within the mouth such as lumps, swelling or discoloration, and performs necessary diagnostic procedures to diagnose and treat these abnormalities. Dr. Knight not only cares about patients’ oral health but focuses on their overall health and the aesthetic side of dentistry as well. 

Dr. Knight and her husband have 3 children. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time together hiking, traveling, and cooking. They are also active in their church and serving the community. Dr. Knight’s guilty pleasure are apple turnovers. She dreams of going to Ireland. Her favorite song is “Celebrate Me Home” by Kenny Loggins. 

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