Meet the Team
Dr. Matthew Hooks
Dentist/Owner
Dr. Matthew Hooks was born and raised in Stuart, Florida. He attended Martin County High School where he graduated in 2004.
After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Health Science from the University of Florida, he earned his Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) degree from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Hooks was a nominee for the prestigious OKU Honor Society, an honor reserved for those ranked highest in scholarship throughout dental school.
He returned to Stuart and joined Riverview Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. He is passionate about providing state-of-the-art, relationship-based, comprehensive care that is tailored to fit the goals and desires of his patients.
Dr. Hooks has a fervor for continuing dental education. He completed the Advanced Implant Residency Program of Alabama Implant Education in Birmingham, Alabama and has had the unique opportunity to study under clinical instructors of the prestigious Aesthetic Advantage program. He has gone on to complete training in I.V. Sedation from Augusta University making him one of the few dentists in the area who are certified to provide I.V. Sedation to his patients.
The philosophies and techniques he has acquired have allowed Dr. Hooks to exceed his patients' aesthetic demands while offering them the caring, personalized treatment that they deserve.
He has received awards for excellence from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the Academy of Operative Dentistry.
Together with his beautiful wife Jane, Dr. Hooks enjoys spending time with their children Tyler, Liza Kate, and Colton. They love fishing and boating and try to spend as much time as possible enjoying everything that their hometown has to offer.
Our experienced team provides patient-oriented, relationship-based care that is second to none.
Dr. Matthew Figueroa
Dentist
Dr. Figueroa was born and raised in Miami Lakes, FL. He received a full academic scholarship to attend Florida State University, where he graduated with a Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences. While at FSU, he was an active member of the Pre-Dental Society, and confirmed his passion for dentistry while shadowing local dentists in the Tallahassee area.
After graduating from FSU, Dr. Figueroa attended dental school at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, FL, where he earned his Doctorate degree in Dental Medicine. After graduating from the NSU College of Dental Medicine, Dr. Figueroa completed a General Practice Residency at NYU Langone - Lutheran Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. During his residency, Dr. Figueroa gained valuable experience with cosmetic dental procedures, implant placement, root canals, extractions, bone grafting, and clear aligner therapy while being instructed by some of the top dentists and specialists in New York City.
After completing his residency, Dr. Figueroa moved back to his home state of Florida where he has been working in private practice since 2021.
Dr. Figueroa is committed to providing his patients with the highest quality of care, and he views continuing education as crucial to delivering superior results and achieving optimal oral health outcomes. He is a strong proponent of continuing education, regularly attending industry conferences, workshops, and training programs to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in dental techniques and technologies. His dedication to lifelong learning ensures that his patients receive state-of-the-art treatment tailored to their individual needs.
Outside of the office, Dr. Figueroa is an active and adventurous person who loves to stay busy. As an avid sports fan, his favorite teams are the Florida State Seminoles, the Miami Heat, and the New York Yankees. In his free time, you can find him on the tennis court, going for runs, or going to concerts whenever he can. At home, he cherishes the time he gets to spend with his wife, Andria and their energetic dog, Beau. They love going on walks together and trying new recipes in the kitchen. Learning new languages is another interest of Dr. Figueroa's, as he finds it fascinating to be able to communicate with people from all around the world. Overall, he'd say he lives a pretty full and fulfilling life, always striving to grow, try new things, and create great memories with the people he cares about.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
