Dr Jacob Young

Born and raised in Springfield, Missouri, Dr. Jacob Young’s interest in the dental field began at a very young age. He grew up very self-conscious of his crooked teeth. As Dr. Young recalls, “this negatively impacted not only my ability to smile, but also my overall health and confidence in day-to-day life.” After seeking orthodontic treatment, he no longer hid his smile, and his overall self-confidence transformed. It was at that moment that Dr. Young knew he wanted a career that would enable him to positively impact others and put patients at ease the way that his orthodontist did. “Dentistry is the perfect job for me because every day I get to experience the privilege and joy of positively transforming a patient’s life by restoring oral health.“ Dr. Young attended the University of Missouri and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in biological sciences. He then attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry where he obtained valuable experience in all aspects of general dentistry and extensive training through the Oral Surgery Honors Program. Dr. Young’s wife, Dr. Jourdan Kilthau, is also a general dentist in the U.S. Army. When not in the office, you can find Dr. Young spending time with his wife, dog (Sarge), friends and family. He enjoys biking, hiking, fishing, skiing, attending concerts and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs. On being welcomed into the Spring Valley Dental family Dr. Young says, “having the time to get to know each of my patients on a personal level is of great importance to me, and Spring Valley Dental allows me to do this while also providing quality dental care and education. Spring Valley Dental is the hidden gem of Washington, D.C.”