Who said going to the dentist had to be a bummer? We make the experience positive and exciting, increasing the odds that our patients will maintain amazing oral health throughout their lives. Our Naperville location is anything but cold and clinical. Theyre bright, welcoming and engaging. The spaces were designed just for kids and with patient comfort and entertainment in mind. Parents and children alike will instantly feel at home.
Dr. Kirby was born in Denver, Colorado and grew up in Louisvile, Kentucky. He graduated with honors from The University of Kentucky with a B.S. in Biology. While earning his degree, Dr. Kirby worked full time in a pediatric dental office where he first developed his passion for dentistry and working with children. After finishing his undergraduate studies Dr. Kirby continued his education at The University of Louisville School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD). Following his 4 years of dental school, Dr. Kirby matched in his hometown and stayed at The University of Louisville/Norton Childrens Hospital. There he completed an additional two-year post-graduate residency specializing in pediatric dentistry and received a Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry as well as a Masters Degree in Oral Science.
Dr. Kirby is committed to providing specialized and comprehensive oral care for infants, children, and adolescents in a friendly, safe, and state-of-the-art environment with a focus on prevention and education for the children and families. He is happy to provide a positive experience and dental home to the children of Naperville and surrounding areas.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Kirby enjoys spending time on the lake and stays very busy with outdoor activities. On any given afternoon you will likely find Dr. Kirby and his large, very friendly chocolate lab named Jaxon at the dog beach!
The care I received as a child from my pediatric dentist helped shape my future; giving me the tools to apply healthy oral hygiene habits at an early age and contributed to the self-confidence that comes with a healthy smile. Receiving the treatment that I did as a kid had a transformative effect on my life and afforded me opportunities I wouldnt have had otherwise. My goal as a pediatric dentist is to pass that gift onward to others. I stand committed to seeing the positive change in childrens view of going to the dentist and my favorite part of the job is seeing an anxious patient become more confident, relaxed, and excited for the next visit.
During a procedure, whether its applying sealants or fixing cavities, we need to isolate the area were working on and keep it dry. Some dentists use rubber dental dams to do this but theyre uncomfortable and leave patients with aching jaws. Not us! We use Dry Shield, an innovative all-in-one device that includes a comfy, child-sized mouthpiece and bite block, suction to get rid of spit and water, a tongue shield, and an oral pathway protector. We can work faster and prevent injury. Plus, its hands-free so the dental assistant can focus on your child while the dentist gets the job done.
The pediatric mouthpieces are made from comfortable, soft silicone and come in different sizes for the perfect fit for every patient. The matching bite block offers support so the jaw doesnt hurt and it gives the dentist improved visibility.
Dry Shield features continuous, hands-free suction letting dental assistants multitask while keeping patients comfortable. There are holes and passageways in the mouthpiece, which further help with removing spit and water.