Meet The Doctors At Sweet Tooth

Meet Dr. Ron Marquez

Dr. Ron Marquez, DDS loves being a Pediatric Dentist! He understands that the dental office can be a stressful environment for children and parents. To help families overcome this stress Dr. Marquez focuses on patience, empathy, and humor to help each family leave with a lasting smile.

Dr. Marquez was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UNM. During his undergraduate education Dr. Marquez was employed at the state’s Center for Development and Disability where he worked with children and gained valuable knowledge and a passion for working with those on the Autism Spectrum. He later attended dental school at UMKC where he received the prestigious Arthur Iwerson Award for excellence in pediatric dentistry.

After dental school, Dr. Marquez attended residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation. In residency he was selected and served as Chief Resident – Go Chiefs! Dr. Marquez is an active member of a number of dental associations including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the Kansas Dental Association (KDA), and the American Dental Association (ADA).

Dr. Marquez and his wife have known each other since middle school. They stay busy trying to keep up with their young energetic daughter. As a family, they enjoy exploring the outdoors, trying new restaurants, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on our Kansas City sports teams.

Meet Dr. Kent Mann

Dr. Kent Mann has always found working with children extremely rewarding. He is a firm believer in the early prevention of dental problems and in educating families about life-long habits that lead to healthy, happy teeth. Dr. Mann loves the opportunity to form lasting relationships of trust, patience and understanding with both parents and children.

Dr. Mann graduated Summa Cum laude with a dual major in both Biology and Chemistry from UMKC. After graduating, he attended Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry in Philadelphia where he served in multiple leadership roles and outreach committees, many centered on the pediatric population of Philadelphia. After completion of dental school, Dr. Mann completed an Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry Residency at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where he was chosen by attending faculty and co-residents to serve as the Chief Resident. Dr. Mann has a special interest in interacting and providing care for children with special health care needs. His approach recognizes the need to meet children on their level and find ways to provide care to children on their terms. Dr. Mann is committed to life-long learning. He is an active member of both the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Kansas Dental Association.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Mann and his wife have two young children that give their life purpose. He is an avid sports fan, who is passionate about both Philadelphia and Kansas City sports teams. Dr. Mann was a scholar college athlete earning Academic All-American honors as a lacrosse player. Dr Mann and his family love traveling together, eating great food (especially pizza) and making new friends.

Meet Dr. Arthur Silva

Dr. Arthur Silva is passionate about working with apprehensive patients and those with special healthcare needs. He recognizes that treating your children is a privilege, is dedicated to providing the highest level of care, and takes pride in treating every child like they are one of his own. He strongly believes in giving every child the tools they require for a successful dental visit and understands the tool kit may be different for each child.

Dr. Silva graduated from Brigham Young University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience. He then went on to attend the University of Louisville School of Dentistry to earn his DMD. While in dental school, he served as class president for four years and was involved in many clubs. In addition, he started an interest group for pediatric dentistry. After graduating dental school, Dr. Silva moved to the east coast and completed his pediatric dental residency at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Delaware, where he served as chief resident.

Dr. Silva is married to his wife, Kaileen, and together they have three children. He loves outdoor activities, especially swimming, as well as spending time with his family. On the weekends, you can find Dr. Silva rooting for his kids at their soccer games and hosting BBQs. Dr. Silva is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and is excited to bring his passion and enthusiasm for pediatric dentistry to Kansas City.

Meet Dr. Emily Meyer

Dr. Emily Meyer, DDS, grew up in both Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. She earned her undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University before attending dental school in Baltimore at the University of Maryland. Dr. Meyer went on to complete her pediatric residency at NYU Langone Hospitals, earning the title of Chief Resident. She moved to Kansas City while her husband completed his medical residency at UMKC. Dr. Meyer loves being an integral part of our team and community. She will always put what’s best for your child and their smile above all else. She and her husband, Louis, have been together for over a decade and have one son. In her free time, she loves traveling, visiting family, playing with their puppy, Archie, golfing, doing peloton workouts, and hiking.

At Sweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, every member of the Sweet Team is committed to providing our patients with an extraordinary experience. Our patients look forward to visiting our pediatric dentists, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to provide the youth of Kansas City with the best dental care. We love what we do! We truly believe we have the greatest job on Earth, and we’re incredibly grateful to our patients and parents. Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives. Together we will give your child a beautiful smile and a lifetime of dental health.