At Matsumoto Orthodontics & Periodontics, we believe orthodontic care should do more than create beautiful smiles, it should improve your quality of life. By evaluating breathing, airway health, and jaw development, we create personalized treatment plans that support healthy function, lasting comfort, and confident smiles.
Using advanced technology and techniques, including palate and skeletal expansion when appropriate, Dr. Matsumoto delivers evidence-based care focused on helping patients breathe better, function better, and smile with confidence.
Dr. Matsumoto takes a comprehensive, whole-patient approach to orthodontics. As the only dual-trained, board-certified orthodontist and periodontist in Porters Neck, he considers every aspect of your oral health including your teeth, gums, jaw development, bone structure, and airway to create healthier, more functional smiles.
With an emphasis on early intervention and personalized care, Dr. Matsumoto works with the body’s natural growth and development to address concerns before they become more complex. By focusing on healthy function, proper breathing, and long-term stability, he helps patients achieve results that enhance both their smiles and their every day life.
Your first visit to our Porters Neck office is the beginning of a healthier smile, and a healthier you. During your one-on-one consultation, Dr. Matsumoto will perform a comprehensive evaluation of your teeth, bite, gums, jaw development, and airway to gain a complete understanding of your oral health.
From there, we’ll discuss your goals, review your treatment options, and create a personalized plan designed to improve not only your smile, but also your long-term function and comfort.
Widens the upper jaw to create space for developing teeth, helping prevent crowding and correct crossbites during early orthodontic treatment.
An advanced expander that widens the upper jaw by applying force directly to the bone, making treatment possible for many teens and adults.
A minimally invasive expansion treatment that widens the upper jaw in adolescents and adults, often eliminating the need for jaw surgery.
We guide children’s growth to address orthodontic issues early, before they become more serious.
A reliable, time-tested way to straighten teeth and correct bite issues. Braces gently guide teeth into proper alignment for a healthier, more confident smile.
A discreet, comfortable way to straighten teeth using custom-made, removable trays, making treatment simple, flexible, and nearly invisible.
Specialized care focused on the health of your gums, supporting bone structure and maintaining a strong foundation for your smile.
Healthy breathing is essential to your overall well-being. We assess for signs and symptoms that may indicate airway or jaw development concerns, including:
Every smile tells a story of improved health, function, and confidence through thoughtful, individualized care.
— Ashely F.
“Amazing staff and great service. They really care about each and every one that walks through their doors. You can’t ask for a better team. I will certainly speard the word on how great matsumoto orthodontics and periodontics is. Love you guys.”
— Lavar N.
“I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Matsumoto and his entire staff. Everyone is so kind and takes their time to explain everything. You simply can’t ask for better people or service. His use of state of the art technology not only allows for the best medical care, but convenience with scheduling appointments as well.”
— Chelsey J.
Dr. Matsumoto and our experienced team are here to guide you to make the best decision for your smile, and your health.
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