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Matthew Pate, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Matt Pate grew up in Kokomo, Indiana, and graduated from Kokomo High School in 1985. He attended DePauw University, where he majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry. While at DePauw, he was active in the university’s medical missionary program and traveled to the Philippines for four weeks to help provide primary medical and dental care in a third-world setting. He also played tennis and served as an officer in his fraternity, Sigma Chi.
Dr. Pate graduated from DePauw University in 1989 and was accepted into Indiana University School of Dentistry. He served as Vice President of his dental school class and graduated in the top 10% of the IUSD Class of 1993.
Following dental school, Dr. Pate was accepted into the two-year Pediatric Dentistry residency program at Riley Children’s Hospital. He completed the program and received his Certificate to Specialize in Pediatric Dentistry in 1995. He then joined his father, Dr. Phillip Pate, in private practice that same year.
Dr. Pate went on to become the youngest President of the Indiana Society of Pediatric Dentists and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
He is married to Dr. Kristen Pate, a general dentist practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana, and they have three daughters: Danielle, Erika, and Gabriella.
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Robert W. Long, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist & Orthodontist
With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Robert W. Long is dedicated to helping children achieve healthy, confident smiles. He earned his undergraduate degree from Rollins College, where he was also a member of the men's golf team. He then attended Indiana University School of Dentistry, graduating with Distinction.
Following dental school, Dr. Long was accepted into a joint residency program in Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. He spent his first two years completing a Pediatric Dentistry residency at Riley Children's Hospital, gaining extensive experience in the care and treatment of children and adolescents.
He completed two additional years at Indiana University School of Dentistry, where he earned his Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) degree in Orthodontics. This comprehensive education and specialized training have provided Dr. Long with a strong foundation in both pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, allowing him to deliver personalized, high-quality care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Long holds memberships in the following professional organizations: American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, Indianapolis District Dental Society, Indiana Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Association of Orthodontists, Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists, and Indiana Association of Orthodontists.
