About Us

 

Missoula family dentist office located right by the University of Montana. Parkside Dentistry is the office of Robert M. Delaney, DDS.

Decades of Dental Experience

100s of Happy Smiles

Affordable Dentistry

Dr. Delaney’s Dental Office Staff

Meet Our Dental Team in Missoula

“Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so they don’t want to.”

-Richard Branson

Dr. Delaney DDS

Family Dentist

Dr. Robert Delaney was born and raised in Chicago. He grew up ninth in a family of twelve children, eleven of whom graduated college. Bob earned three degrees at the University of Illinois, including his DDS. He practiced dentistry at four Chicago locations, including the inner city. The inner city experience allowed him to develop certain attributes, such as devoting a portion of his practice to treating the poor and underserved, and he has never regretted the time spent there.

Always intending to move to a western state, Dr. Delaney and his wife visited Missoula on their honeymoon. The couple returned several times, eventually meeting a Missoula dentist who was in need of an associate. Within two years, Bob took ownership of the family dental practice near the University of Montana.

After several years in Missoula, Bob began his post graduate education in dentistry by traveling frequently to The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education. He continued his training there over a period of three years before meeting Dr Frank Spear, and joining the Montana Study Group. Dr Spear is one of the top clinical educators in dentistry to this day. The members of the group were privileged to diagnose and accomplish many complex implant, cosmetic, and reconstructive cases under Dr. Spear’s guidance.

While a member of that group, Bob concurrently received advanced training in endodontics (root canal therapy) in a study group run by another Missoula dentist: Endodontic specialist Dr Ed McGreevey ran an excellent teaching program which trained dentists in advanced treatment techniques to dramatically increase the success rate of saving teeth with root canal therapy.

Bob has also volunteered as a surgeon at Missoula’s Partnership Health Center, working alongside a very experienced and skilled Missoula dentist, Dr. Gary Peterson. Dr Delaney credits Gary for teaching him so many important oral surgical techniques. Patricia and Bob enjoy the many recreational opportunities including downhill skiing, ice hockey, running, hiking and fishing to name just a few. The office side yard garden is also one of his passions. Along with his staff, he attends multiple dental conferences each year continuing his postgraduate education in a fast changing profession.

Heather

Dental Hygienist

Heather’s favorite hobbies are camping, R2R Riding (equestrian), and snowmobiling.  She is a Griz fan and her favorite food is “fermented grapes”.  Heather enjoys time with her two dogs, her husband and her child.

Katie

Dental Hygienist

Katie joined our team in 2020 as a dental hygienist. She attended Sheridan College where she earned her Associate’s in dental hygiene as a licensed hygienist. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming in applied science. Katie was born in Missoula, MT. She enjoys the outdoors, dogs, and cooking.

Jessica

Clinical Assistant

Jessica has been a part of Dr. Delaney’s team since 2004. She enjoys the warm and comfortable environment that Dr. Delaney creates by treating his staff and patients like family. She is passionate about helping make patients’ smiles improve.

Kendra

Clinical Assistant

Kendra grew up in Ohio and joined our office in 2014 as a dental assistant. In 2018, Kendra earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Montana. Kendra enjoys hiking, playing hockey, her cats, and loves Montana. Kendra is a hard worker and excels as a clinical assistant.

Bristol

Clinical Assistant

Bristol joined the team and has been training since November 2020, she doubles as a personal trainer and a group fitness instructor. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Community Health at the University of Montana in 2015, and has completed multiple medical and health certifications. Bristol enjoys hanging out with any and all animals, skiing, rafting on any MT or Idaho river, hiking, and camping in the woods.

Kat

Office Manager

Kat’s favorite musical performer is Blackbear.  Her hobbies include figure skating and playing Wii Sports.  She enjoys eating tacos and watching the Anaheim Ducks hockey team.

Deanna

Clinical Assistant

Deanna enjoys playing the piano in her free time.  Her favorite football team is the Seattle Seahawks and her favorite food is sushi.  She enjoys spending time with family on the weekends.

Testimonials for Our Dental Office

“Staff is very pleasant, knowledgeable, engaging and professional. Dr. Delaney streamlined the process to complete in fewer office visits as possible. Would highly recommend this office to friends.”

 – Brian Hadden –

“Went today for the first time and they were great! Every person that helped me was extremely kind and told me exactly what they were doing and why. I left feeling empowered to do what I need to do (and why I need to) for my teeth rather than simply shamed that I don’t floss as much as I should. I felt taken care of and would definitely recommend them to anyone, even or especially if you have anxiety about the dentist!”

– Shelbey Parrish –

“A very nice staff who seem to genuinely care. Made me feel comfortable and were honest about what was needed. Didn’t overly charge – and probably could have. Hard to find that kind of ethics in today’s world. Thank you.”

– Diana Clifford –

Missoula Family Dentist

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Call Us

(406) 549-8890

Office Location

1121 S Higgins Ave.
Missoula, Montana 59801

Open Hours

Tue-Fri: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Email

info@parksidedentistrymissoula.com

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