Meet Dr. Matthew Phillips

Dedicated to Your Dental Health

Dr. Matthew Phillips, originally from Livermore, California, and raised in Mesa, Arizona, graduated from Mountain View High School before earning a degree in computer science from Arizona State University. He obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from New York University College of Dentistry in 2004.

Dr. Phillips served 10 years as a dentist in the U.S. Army, including deployments to South Korea, Iraq, Hawaii, and Maryland. During his service, he received 3 years of advanced surgical training and developed a passion for surgery and implant dentistry, focusing on restoring smiles for patients with severe tooth loss.

After separating from the Army as a Major with an honorable discharge, Dr. Phillips continued to refine his expertise in implant techniques like All-on-4® and implant-retained dentures. He has held leadership roles, including Director of Surgical Services at Renew, where he established surgical protocols and trained new doctors in advanced dental procedures.

Now based in the Tempe community, Dr. Phillips is dedicated to providing compassionate care, particularly for underserved veterans. He believes in second chances and strives to make every patient feel welcome and confident in restoring their smiles. Licensed in Arizona and Colorado, he emphasizes quality care and a patient-first approach above all else.