Dr. Kyle R Childers, DMD, MS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1699914762
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About This Provider
Dr. Kyle Childers is a board-certified orthodontist with 17 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in Benton, Illinois. With advanced training from top universities and recognition as a top 1% Invisalign provider, Dr. Childers combines scientific expertise with artistic skill to create customized treatment plans using the latest technology, including Invisalign, traditional braces, and advanced diagnostic tools. He believes orthodontics is both a science and an art, and he's passionate about changing lives through smile design. Beyond his practice, Dr. Childers gives back to his community by founding the Southern Illinois chapter of Smile for a Lifetime and offering annual scholarships to local students. Dr. Childers is accepting new patients and welcomes the opportunity to help you achieve the smile you've always wanted.
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Education & Training
- University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine — Residency Hospital (1990)
- Bachelor of Science, Southern Illinois University
- Southern Illinois University-carbondale — Undergraduate School (1984)
- Doctorate of Medical Dentistry, University of Kentucky
- Master of Science in Orthodontics, University of Tennessee
- University Of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis — Residency Hospital (1990)
- University Of Kentucky / College Of Dentistry — Medical School (1986)
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO)
Credential: DMD, MS
NPI registered: 02/13/2009
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- SureSmile®
- i-CAT® diagnosis technology
- Damon® System self-ligating brackets
- Invisalign®
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Orthodontics
- American Association of Orthodontics
- American Dental Association
- Midwestern Society of Orthodontics
Awards & Recognition
- Diamond + Top 1% Invisalign Provider
- Invisalign Elite Provider
Beyond the Office
Founder of the Southern Illinois chapter of Smile for a Lifetime
Offers academic scholarships to two Southern Illinois students each year
Sponsor of the Rend Lake College Theater
Lives in Marion, IL where he grew up
Married to Deidre with four children: Mason, Kate, Alec, and Tessa
Has three dogs and one cat
Creates artwork (orthodontics described as blend of art and science)
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