At The Kids’ Dentist, we provide our patients with a two in one practice offering both pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. Dr. Robert Matthews owns the practice as well as serve as its pediatric dentist; in addition, Dr. Jeffery Dixon serves as the practice orthodontics. We are committed to providing you with our patients with the highest quality care possible.
We hope that this website will provide you with answers to many of your questions about pediatric dentistry and orthodontics for children, teens, and adults. We believe, though, that your personal contact with us is essential so we encourage you to contact our office with any questions or comments.
The Kids Dentist practice serves Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Dr. Robert Matthews provides exceptional pediatric dentistry for children and adolescents as well as sleep dentistry when appropriate. Fr. Jeffery Dixon offers services including braces and Invisalign for children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Matthews has been practicing Pediatric Dentistry Since 1998, and is highly regarded and respected by his Peers and Colleagues.
Dr. Shawn Bushey
Dr. Shawn Bushey
6+ years experience
He graduated in the top 20% of his class from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine with his D.M.D. He enjoys the artistry involved in dentistry, the collaboration needed in a dental office, and the satisfaction that comes from helping put beautiful smiles on his patients.
Orthodontics For Children
By the age of 7, most children are already have a combination of baby teeth and adult teeth. This allows your orthodontist the opportunity to diagnose and correct tooth and jaw problems earlier on without surgery. Therefore, along with the American Association of Orthodontists, we recommend visiting the orthodontist around age seven.
Orthodontics For Adults
More so than ever, adults are opting to receive orthodontic treatments. Teeth are stronger for longer these days, and we are constantly looking for ways to achieve the perfect smile.The American Association of Orthodontists states that one in five orthodontic patients is over the age of 21. Contact us today and schedule your consultation.
Palatal Expanders
Palatal expanders are a common orthodontic procedure, also known as rapid palatal expander, rapid maxillary expansion appliance, palate expander, orthodontic expander, Haas or Hyrax. Your child’s orthodontics will use this to bring the upper and lower teeth together by widening the upper jaw.