Our Office
Experience the fusion of imagination and expertise as you enter the world of Children’s Dentistry of the Rockies—where we care about your experience as much as your kids’ teeth.
Meet our dentists
Our comprehensive suite of professionals caters to a diverse team, ranging from seasoned architects to renowned engineers.
Dr. Joseph Hylton
Dr. Joseph Hylton grew up in a small town in Utah and completed his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University and received his dental training at the University Of Maryland College Of Dentistry. His two years of pediatric specialty training were completed at the University of Illinois, Chicago College of Dentistry. He thinks his job is a ton of fun and he enjoys working with children of all ages.
He married his high school sweetheart and they have found the Missoula community to be the perfect place for them to raise their five children. His family enjoys the outdoors and you may see them rafting, skiing, biking, or hiking in the areas surrounding Missoula.
Dr. Darby Lefler
Dr. Darby Lefler was raised in Western Montana. After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Montana, he attended the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. He then completed his training in Pediatric Dentistry in the Lutheran Medical Pediatric Dentistry Program at the Anchorage Alaska site.
Dr. Lefler is impressed by the courage and humor of his pediatric patients and enjoys interacting with them. The most significant rewards for him are the growth and confidence a child gains with each visit to the clinic.
Dr. Lefler enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He enjoys all the joys of childhood in Western Montana like fishing and outdoor activities.
Dr. John Loberg
Dr. John was born and raised in Butte, America. After graduating from Butte High School, he attended Carroll College, where he became interested in dentistry. He then attended Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR, and graduated in 2012.
His first job was at a general dental practice for kids in Colorado. During his time here, he met his wife, Marissa, and also discovered his passion for treating and caring for children. This prompted Dr. John to return to OHSU to complete a pediatric dental residency, which he finished in 2018.
After working at a pediatric practice in New Mexico, he could feel Montana pulling at his heart and happily accepted his new position at Children’s Dentistry of the Rockies. When out of the office, Dr. John, Marissa, and their fur-baby, Finley, love taking advantage of all that Montana offers, including hiking, RZR rides, target shooting, and escaping to the cabin. Dr. John is thrilled to be back home and looks forward to meeting his new patients and families.
Our Team
Our staff members work together to bring our patients the best dental experience possible. From our front office staff that greets you, our dental assistants who guide you through your visit from beginning to end, our hygienist who educates and keeps our patient’s teeth and gums clean, and our dentists who provide gentle and thorough treatment.
