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Meet The Doctors of Fort Smith Pediatric Dental Group!

Real People, Real Dentists!

Dr. Matthew Bittle, D.D.S.

With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Bittle holds a steadfast commitment to pediatric dentistry.  He dedicates his career to providing positive dental experiences for all of his young patients.  

Dr. Bittle’s journey started in 2008 when he began collaborating with Dr. Vent Murphy—a period marked by growth, learning, and a shared passion for building relationships with every patient.  

Dr. Bittle is a proud alumnus of the University of Arkansas, where he graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree in Science of Chemical Engineering.  His journey continued at the University of Tennessee, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree.  Driven by a commitment to excellence, he further honed his skills through a General Practice Residency at Oklahoma Children’s and Physician’s Hospital. This was followed by postgraduate training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine.

As a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Bittle is committed to ensuring your child receives the best care. 

For over a decade, he’s been an active member of the following professional associations:

  • The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry 
  • The Arkansas Pediatric Dental Society
  • The Arkansas Medicaid Smiles Committee for Delta Dental

 

Pediatric dentist by day—family man by night.  Dr. Bittle spends the bulk of his time with his beautiful wife and twin boys—keeping busy with sports, school activities, and summers at the lake. He enjoys working out and has been involved in CrossFit since 2013.  And if you want to bring out his competitive spirit, just ask him about his bowling and fantasy football leagues!  A kid at heart, you’ll catch him in front of the TV playing video games with his boys in his downtime.  

 

Dr. Bittle believes in making your child’s dental experience enjoyable and stress-free.  Through video games, music, and movies—he’s intentional in creating an environment where you and your child feel at ease.  His “Tell, Show, Do” approach ensures that your child understands each procedure in a language they can relate to.  

 

This consists of: 

  • Carefully explaining each step to your child
  • Demonstrating the process
  • Following through the procedure with minimal anxiety

 

To book an appointment with Dr. Bittle—click the link below!



Dr. Jared Acosta, D.M.D.

A trusted professional renowned for his unwavering commitment to children’s oral health and well-being.  Dr. Acosta’s 15+ years of dedicated experience in pediatric dentistry began with a passion for serving young patients.

 

Dr. Acosta is a proud graduate of the UNLV School of Dental Medicine, where he laid the foundation for his expertise.  Continuing his professional development, Dr. Acosta pursued advanced education to obtain his status as a specialist in Pediatric Dentistry.  

 

He holds active memberships in professional associations, including:

  •  The American Dental Association
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry 
  • Southwest Pediatric Dental Society
  • River Valley Dental Association

Dr. Acosta believes in a strong balance between professional excellence and personal fulfillment.  Beyond the clinic, it’s about quality time with his family and soaking up the outdoors.  He particularly enjoys playing tennis and spending summertime boating on Table Rock Lake.

 

Rooted in empathy and compassion—Dr. Acosta’s unique approach is to encourage your child to feel more comfortable and confident during every visit.  He’s dedicated to ensuring both you and your child feel safe, understood, and valued from start to finish.  Focusing on communication and transparency, you can expect Dr. Acosta to take the time to explain each procedure to build a sense of trust and understanding.

 

Experience the difference between compassionate and personalized pediatric dental care. 

 

To book an appointment with Dr. Acosta, tap the link below! 

 

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