A dentist you can stay with — from your next cleaning to rebuilding your smile.
Dr. Matthew Phillips provides comprehensive dentistry in Tempe — from routine cleanings and crowns to implants, dentures and full-arch reconstruction when it's needed. One dentist. One dental home.
- One dentist, every visit
- New patients welcome
- Emergency appointments available
- Sedation available
- Veteran-owned independent practice
- 20+ years clinical experience
No dental insurance? Start with our $49 new-patient visit.
- Comprehensive exam
- Full-mouth digital X-rays
- Add a cleaning for $50 ($99 total)
For new patients without insurance. Excludes deep (periodontal) cleanings or treatment-related X-rays. Cannot be combined with insurance benefits. Subject to change without notice.
What brings you in?
Tell us where you are today and we'll point you to the right care — every path leads back to one dentist who knows your history.
I need a dentist
Exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns and preventive dentistry for adults and the whole family — comprehensive general care in one place.
Explore General Dentistry →I'm in pain
Toothaches, broken teeth and dental emergencies get an urgent evaluation — including extractions when they're truly necessary.
Get Emergency Help →I'm missing teeth or struggling with dentures
Dental implants, implant-supported dentures, traditional dentures and full-arch (All-on-X) options, starting with a restorative consultation.
Explore Tooth Replacement →I'm nervous about dental treatment
Anxiety-friendly, unhurried appointments with sedation options — so you can get the care you've been putting off, comfortably.
Learn About Sedation →Independent dentistry. Personal care.
You'll work directly with your dentist, understand your treatment options and costs, and have time to make informed decisions. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship — not pressure you into treatment.
Dr. Matthew Phillips
DDS · Founder, 3rd Set Smiles
Why Dr. Phillips?
Routine and advanced care, from one experienced dentist — in a single practice.
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery — New York University College of Dentistry
- Ten years serving as a U.S. Army dentist
- Three years of advanced surgical training
- Extensive dental implant & full-arch reconstruction experience
- Trained other clinicians in full-arch implant protocols
- Routine and advanced care under one roof
The same hands that trained other clinicians in full-arch implant protocols now care for patients here in Tempe.
Full-Arch Dental Implants (All-on-4 / All-on-X)
For patients with many missing or failing teeth, full-arch treatment may provide a fixed implant-supported option — one part of the comprehensive care we offer. Evaluation and 3D imaging determine whether an All-on-4, All-on-X, removable, or staged approach deserves consideration.
For many patients, fixed teeth can be placed in as little as one surgical day; others do better with staged care. You'll get written options and an honest plan — no pressure.
A Look Inside Our Tempe Office
Modern, calm, and spotless — a comfortable place to get honest care, from the front gate to the treatment chair.
Trusted by patients across the East Valley
Patients come to us for gentle, unhurried care — and stay for the long-term relationship. Read what they're saying, or share your own experience.
I was very lucky to have found 3rd Set Smiles. They are really nice people and family owned. I got the All-on-4 and I am very pleased with the results — they look exactly how I wanted them to look and really exceeded my expectations. If you need serious dental work, see Dr. Phillips at 3rd Set Smiles.
Dr. Phillips and his staff are top notch, honest, caring, and take time to answer all questions. I have had an extraction, implant, and whitening — all excellent results. I highly recommend 3rd Set Smiles!
Dr. Phillips is amazing! My husband was sent here by the VA because he needed to have 4 teeth pulled. A prior experience with a different dentist didn't go well and left him terrified it would happen again. Dr. Phillips was so kind and understanding. I would highly recommend him!
Wondering if we take your insurance?
Tell us your dental plan and our team can help verify your benefits before your visit.
Every service, one dental home
A complete dental home for adults and families across the East Valley.
Proud to Care for Our Veterans
Founded by Dr. Phillips — an Army dentist for 10 years — 3rd Set Smiles delivers honest, compassionate dentistry to those who have worn the uniform. We also offer special discounts for Veterans without dental insurance.
Learn More for VeteransFrequently Asked Questions
We provide complete general and family dentistry — cleanings, fillings, crowns, extractions, dentures, and gum care — alongside dental implants and full-arch implant reconstruction (All-on-4 / All-on-X).
2600 E Southern Ave, Suite B1, Tempe, AZ 85282. Just off the I-10 and US-60, easy to reach from anywhere in the East Valley.
Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 6:00pm, with other hours as needed. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Yes — we work with most major PPO plans and will help you understand your benefits. We also offer financing through Cherry, plus in-house payment plans.
Dr. Phillips loves tennis, and in a best-of-three match the third set decides it. He worked a dental meaning in too: after baby teeth and adult teeth, dental implants and All-on-4 can give patients a third set, and a second chance at a confident smile.
Yes. New patients are warmly welcomed. Call (480) 334-2752 or request an appointment online to schedule a new-patient exam.