Cosmetic, Sedation and Implant Dentistry
- Palmer Family Dental
- 1721 Cochran Rd Pittsburgh PA 15220
- (412) 531-7770
At Palmer Family Dental, we aim to deliver top-notch dental care to the Pittsburgh, PA community. Prioritizing emergency cases, we provide a comprehensive range of services aimed at improving oral health and brightening smiles. Under the leadership of Dr. Palmer, our seasoned team is dedicated to promptly attending to emergency patients. We also provide inclusive, cost-effective dental solutions tailored to individual needs
Among the array of dental services we offer are 3D X-rays, Bone Preservation (Grafts), Cleanings and Check-Ups, Crowns and Bridges, Dentures, Emergency Dental Treatment, Sedation Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers and many more.
At Palmer Family Dental, our commitment to excellence is evident in everything we do. Dr. Palmer and our dedicated team prioritize patient comfort, utilizing advanced technology for accurate diagnostics. We also tailor treatments to each individual. Accessibility, continuous improvement, and upholding the highest standards of dentistry are our focus. We ensure that quality dental care is accessible. We also make it affordable to everyone.
Choose Palmer Family Dental as your trusted partner in dental health. Experience our team’s professionalism, expertise, and compassionate care at every visit. We’re dedicated to making smiles brighter, one patient at a time. Contact us today at (412) 531-7770 to learn more about us. Schedule your appointment and experience the Palmer Family Dental difference firsthand.
Dr. Palmer started Palmer Family Dental almost 40 years ago in Coraopolis and opened the current location in Scott Township, soon after. After graduating from Temple University School of Dentistry in 1982, Dr. Palmer has remained committed to continuous learning and staying at the forefront of dental advancements. At Temple, he was president of the local dental fraternity, Delta Sigma Delta. He then entered private practice in the Pittsburgh area after graduation.
Over the years, he has stayed ahead of the curve. He has made an effort to incorporate surgical microscopes, CAD/CAM digital dentistry, rotary endodontics, and more into his practice.
Dr. Palmer is a lifelong resident of Scott Township, a Chartiers Valley graduate, and a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
In his free time, Dr. Palmer and his wife Patty enjoy spending time with their four grandchildren, and he is a huge fan of the Steelers and Pirates.
Matt joined his dad in practice in July 2024, after finishing his Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Spartanburg Community Dental Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina. In South Carolina, Matt received additional training in IV sedation, dental implants, implant restorations, bone grafting, and advanced prosthetic and restorative dentistry.
Matt graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with University Honors in 2018, with a degree in Chemical Engineering. At Carnegie Mellon, Matt was a member of Tau Beta Pi and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies and held multiple internships in the chemical industry.
After a gap-year working at Palmer Family Dental as a dental assistant, Matt began dental school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. At Pitt, Matt was able to take elective courses in Special Needs Dentistry and Dental Anesthesia. He was able to take part in a Dental Service Brigade to provide care to the people of Comayagua, Honduras in 2022. At graduation, Matt was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society, given an award for clinical competence, and given an award from the American Student Dental Association.
Matt is a graduate of Chartiers Valley and glad to be back in Pittsburgh alongside his fiancée, Dr. Katie Otto!
Katie joined the practice in July 2024. She formerly worked in private practice in Spartanburg, South Carolina, after finishing a General Practice Residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In Philadelphia, Katie received advanced training in treating medically complex patients, dental implants, endodontics, dental emergencies, and pediatrics.
Katie graduated from the University of Pittsburgh magna cum laude with a degree in Chemistry. Katie was a member of the Guaranteed Admissions Program and was awarded a spot in dental school as an undergraduate, due to her academic excellence.
Upon graduation, Katie immediately continued her studies at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. In dental school, Katie was able to receive certificates for advanced studies in Public Health and Dental Education. Katie was an active volunteer with the Mission of Mercy program, providing no-cost dental care to the Pittsburgh community. She was able to take advanced courses in the Center for Patients with Special Needs, and received an award for her work upon graduation.
Katie is excited to make Pittsburgh her official home after so many years at Pitt, and she and Matt have settled in Brookline with their dog, Clyde!