Since 1977, Pediatric Dental Care has been serving the dental needs of the Centre County and surrounding communities. As a new generation of Board-Certified Pediatric Dentists make their mark on our practice, we continue the same core family values established on day one. Take a moment to meet the Doctors and Team that so compassionately care for your child's dental needs
Dr. Bob, as he is known to his patients, is a State College native, having graduated from State High in 1991. He obtained his D.D.S. degree from Northwestern University Dental School and completed his pediatric residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center/Schneider Childrens Hospital in Queens, NY. While at LIJ, Dr. Bob was selected as Chief Resident of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Bob was an original Board member of Centre Volunteers in Medicine, and is still proud to be a professional and personal supporter of CVIM. Dr. Bob is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Society of Dental Anesthesiology, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
He lives in State College with his wife Laura and their three children, Joshua, and twins Abigail and Samuel. He enjoys spending time with his family, attempting to golf, exercise and is one of the most avid Penn State football and basketball fans you will find.
Dr. Matt grew up in a military family, traveled the country, and finally settled in State College in 1993. He graduated from State High in 1996. Dr. Matt pursued his D.M.D. degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, and completed his residency in pediatric dentistry at the Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin and is a Diplomate of the American board of Pediatric Dentistry.
In 2016, Dr Matt was elected to the executive board of the Pennsylvania Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and also accepted an invitation to sit on the Geisinger Health Plan Dental Advisory Board. When Dr. Matt is not working he enjoys spending time in the outdoors archery hunting, fly-fishing, camping, hiking and enjoys accompanying Dr. Kelly on dental mission trips to the Dominican Republic. Dr. Matt is married to his wonderful wife Meghan, and has a daughter Jillian and son Benjamin.
Dr. Chase,originally from North Carolina, obtained his D.D.S. degree at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and completed his pediatric residency at UPMC Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh. While at CHP, Dr. Chase was selected as the Chief Resident of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Chase took an unconventional path before finally becoming a pediatric dentist. After receiving his B.S. in Psychology at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (Go Heels!), he traveled over the Smokey Mountains to the University of Tennessee-Knoxville where he earned his M.B.A. and M.S. in Sport Management. There, he met his wife Jessica, and began a career working in the sports industry. He loves basketball and spent most of his prior career as a statistics intern with the Philadelphia 76ers, and as a college basketball coach. While on his honeymoon, Dr. Chase told his wife he wanted to be a dentist. Thankfully, she was supportive to this drastic career change, because he truly found his calling as a pediatric dentist.
Dr. Chase lives in State College with his wife Jessica, and two children, Peyton and Logan. In his free time, he loves watching UNC Tar Heels basketball, Penn State football, all things exercise, and traveling. He is eager for he and his family to become involved in the local community for many years to come!
Dr. Dincher is a native of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. He received his bachelors degree from the Pennsylvania State University with a major in Biology. After graduating Penn State with a Bachelor of Science he earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine.
It is at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine where Dr. Dincher was introduced to anesthesia. He became dedicated to expanding patient access to care by providing anesthesia services to children and patients with special needs. He decided to pursue his dream and further his education and training in anesthesiology. Dr. Dincher completed a post-doctoral residency program at Stony Brook University Hospital in NY, a level one trauma center featuring over 24 operating rooms, receiving extensive training in medical anesthesiology.
During residency training Dr. Dincher administered anesthesia to patients requiring surgery at a prestigious academic medical hospital. Additionally, he received specialty training treating pediatric, special needs, and phobic patients both inside the hospital operating room and in the private office setting. He delivered anesthesia for patients undergoing dental, maxillofacial, and ENT procedures.
After matriculation through residency, Dr. Dincher moved to State College, Pennsylvania and established an office-based anesthesia practice, Anesthesia Associates of Central PA. This practice focuses on providing all levels of anesthesia to pediatric, phobic, and patients with special needs across Pennsylvania. It is here that he met and married his lovely wife Ashlee who is also in the dental field.
Dr. Dincher is a member of the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists, the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, and the Pennsylvania Dental Association. Dr. Dincher is board certified and a diplomate through the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists.
Outside of work Dr. Dincher enjoys spending time with his family including his wife Ashlee, his son Jack, and two dogs Murphy and Max. He also enjoys hosting friends and family for Penn State football games, hiking and fishing, and attending sporting events.
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 301 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestKaleena Selfridge
a year ago
Great experience visiting for my 3 and 5 year olds. Edit 2019: kids are now 4 and 7. They still love coming. Have never seen kids excited to go to the dentist until they became patients here! 2022 edit: The office stopped accepting our secondary insurance (which my children have because of disability) and they are unable to continue care here.
Megg Robinson
a year ago
Awesome
Caitlyn Hamilton
2 years ago
I searched high and low and went to 4 other dentist offices until I was comfortable with them treating my child. Other places were so quick to offer sedation, we're rude or just not kid friendly. This place is AMAZING!!!!!!!!! Seriously!!!!!
Sara Lingenfelter
2 years ago
Our son got a filling put in 10 months ago and it fell out for no reason over the weekend. This was an incredibly expensive visit and i can't believe it didnt even last a si gle year. I see another reviewer below that had the same issue with multiple fillings for their child. When I called to see if there was some guarantee on the work, I was told I could go through insurance and have them pay for it. That is not the same! We will not be returning.
Vanessa
2 years ago
They made my toddler feel very comfortable and he actually has a good time there
Ashley Greeley
2 years ago
Had Both of my kids in yesterday to get teeth pulled and my son was absolutely terrified. When he came out he was very emotional and wasn't feeling good the nurses stayed with us till he calmed down and Dr. Chase checked on us multiple times until he thought he was safe enough to go home. They are amazing! Dr. Chase is so nice and very caring and the nursing staff is so sweet and compassionate. Thank you for everything!
Brittany Mcconnell
2 years ago
A HUGE appreciation post. Dr Matt at pediatric dental care in port Matilda, is the ABSOLUTE BEST dentist my kids have ever had! He works so well with them, and they are so comfortable with him! Sariyah had work done last year, and unfortunately two of her caps and two of her spacers came out. Insurance only pays once for them, but Dr Matt was able to help me out and find the absolute best solution! I have no idea what I would have done without him! Thanks again so much Dr Matt, you truly are one of kind, we need more dentists like you!!!!
Karen Vance
2 years ago
I learned just yesterday that my daughter, who has been a patient with this practice for four years, is no longer eligible to be a patient because she is now 14 years old. Fourteen.
A Mead
2 years ago
AMAZING!! Our daughter went from being scared of the dentist to actually liking it. This place was so nice and the people were so kind. Dr Matt was amazing, kind, and walked us through everything. They make my daughter feel safe and comfortable which made me feel so comfortable in their hands and knew she was safe. It was night and day from the last dentist. They are So amazing and we will be returning. Thank you say much and we are so great full we found this practice.
Dasheka Wilson
2 years ago
Dr Dincher, Dr Matt, Lauren, Danny and staff. The service was impeccable. The comfort and love you feel, we were embraced and felt like we were apart of a family, the service provided was beyond compare, we were safely guided through out the procedure, they made sure we were comfortable I had so much peace with my daughter in their care, I highly recommend this office to provide your little ones with love and care as well as engaging in healthy conversations, good health and great smiles go well together , Thank you all so much
Stephen Rowles
2 years ago
Great place. Dr Matt's awesome
Lux Rowles
2 years ago
Best dental place for kids!
Miriah McCoy
2 years ago
My kids LOVE coming here. My 3 year old had her first cleaning today and said on the way home "Mommy, I love going to the dentist!" and she was not so sure about the whole thing on the way in. Wonderful experiences for both kiddos today!
SarahAndAubrey School
2 years ago
Every filling my son had has fallen out. The quality of work they do is terrible and my son will now have to have 3 teeth worked on and be put to sleep again at another dentist.
Brittney Miller
2 years ago
Incredibly friendly! Great with my son who had never been to the dentist. Made the first visit amazing!
Samantha Sherretz
2 years ago
Everyone there was awesome. My one son was a little upset but after talking with the dentist we came up with a game plan and was happy about it. My other son was awesome with everyone and came out happy. Was great to find a place that is awesome with helping us with everything and great with children. Also love the animal theme too. Very happy!
Makayla Byers
2 years ago
Absolutely the best dentist I've ever been to. Both of my kids love it and every employee is so kind and wonderful! Thankful for Pediatric Dental
Leah Palmer
2 years ago
First time here today with my daughters, 8 and 4 years old. My 4 year old was super scared but walked right back with her big sister. The staff was SUPER helpful and the receptionist explained everything to the girls before they went back. I was a little skeptical on letting the kids go back by themselves but the Hygienist reassured all of us that it's protocol BUT it let's them feel like a "big kid" too. After the appointment, Dr. Matt explained the work that my oldest would need done. The visit wasn't an "in and out" sort of deal. They took their time and they got to pick out prizes at the end. My oldest (8 year old) said she felt safe and she liked it here...and that's a huge deal for us!!
Amber N
2 years ago
The staff is so nice and wonderful. My little girl was in great hands!
Joanna Nagle
2 years ago
Always a welcome and warm experience. Everyone at Pediatric Dental treats our daughter with respect.
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