Dr. Robert Sheffield, DDS, Board-Certified Orthodontist
Dr. Rob Sheffield believes exceptional orthodontic care begins with listening, building trust, and treating every patient like family. As he shared in an article for 110° Magazine, his philosophy is simple: never recommend treatment for a child that he wouldn’t recommend for his own. He takes time to understand each patient’s needs and goals, creating personalized treatment plans that prioritize long-term oral health, clinical excellence, and a positive patient experience.
Expertise:
For Dr. Sheffield, orthodontic care is about building lasting relationships with patients and their families while delivering the highest standards of clinical excellence. As a UCLA-trained orthodontist and Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Sheffield brings decades of experience, combining personalized care with advanced technology and expertise in Damon braces, Spark clear aligners, and early orthodontic treatment.
Deep Roots in Antioch, Brentwood, and East County
Dr. Robert Sheffield, affectionately known as Dr. Rob, has deep roots in the East Bay and a longstanding connection to the communities of Antioch, Brentwood, and Oakley. Growing up in Walnut Creek, he was surrounded by family ties to East County. His grandfather was the first football coach at Antioch High School, while his grandmother was a longtime English teacher at Antioch Middle School. His connection to the area continued through college, when he spent his summers working at Dr. Jeffry’s orthodontic practice before heading to 12-hour night shifts at a paper factory on Wilbur Avenue. Today, he takes pride in caring for local families who value quality orthodontic care and meaningful personal relationships.
Dr. Sheffield’s passion for dentistry began at just six years old, when he returned from a visit to his childhood dentist and announced that he wanted to become a dentist himself. That early dream grew into a lifelong career in orthodontics, where his love of problem-solving and helping others come together. For Dr. Rob, the greatest reward isn’t simply straightening teeth. It’s seeing the confidence patients gain when they feel proud of their smiles.
Over the years, Dr. Sheffield has helped build a practice centered on clinical excellence, open communication, and genuine compassion. He believes every patient should be treated like family, and he’s proud of the Sheffield & Le Orthodontics team’s commitment to making each visit comfortable, efficient, and memorable. His dedication to the community also extends beyond the office. In 2011, he founded a chapter of the Sharing Smiles Foundation, which was featured in 110° Magazine for its work providing orthodontic care to underserved children in the community. Since its founding, the foundation has awarded more than 150 orthodontic scholarships to local children, representing over $1 million in donated care.
Dr Sheffield helps patients at both of our office locations – learn more about them below:
Decades of Experience and a Passion for Orthodontic Excellence
With more than 28 years of experience, Dr. Sheffield has dedicated his career to creating healthy, beautiful smiles through thoughtful treatment planning and advanced orthodontic care. He approaches every case like a puzzle, carefully considering each patient’s needs to develop a treatment plan that’s right for them. His attention to detail and commitment to exceptional results have been central to his philosophy throughout his career.
Dr. Sheffield has extensive experience with Damon self-ligating braces, Spark clear aligners, early orthodontic treatment and complex cases involving jaw surgery and collaboration with other dental specialists. He is particularly passionate about the evolution of orthodontic technology and how innovations like 3D imaging, digital treatment planning, and remote monitoring help make care more personalized, comfortable, and efficient.
His commitment to advancing orthodontics goes beyond patient care. For more than 25 years, he’s been a member of Ormco Insiders, contributing clinical feedback, product testing, and research and development insights to a leading orthodontic technology company. His expertise and approach to patient care were also highlighted in an Orthodontic Practice magazine profile, “Changing Smiles and Lives Through Orthodontics,” where he discussed the importance of continuing education, clinical innovation, and learning from fellow specialists. He also presented on Insignia custom braces at the 2016 Ormco Damon Forum and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, sharing his knowledge with fellow professionals and future orthodontists.
Learn More About Dr. Sheffield’s Experience
Dental Degree
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), UCLA School of Dentistry
- Graduated cum laude
Undergraduate Degree
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, UCLA
- Graduated magna cum laude
Specialty Training
- Combined Residency in Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, UCLA
- Served as Chief Resident
- Developed and directed early clinical trials involving distraction osteogenesis, a surgical technique used to address skeletal deformities and lengthen bones
Honors
- Phi Beta Kappa, UCLA
- Best of Brentwood, Multiple-Time Gold Medal Award Winner
- 110 Magazine, Best of 2025
Certifications
Associations
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
Academic & Professional Contributions
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontics, University of the Pacific School of Dentistry
- Ormco Insiders member for more than 25 years, contributing to orthodontic product research, testing, and development
- Orthodontic Advisor, Delta Study Club
- Damon Braces
- Spark Clear Aligners
- Early Treatment
- Retainers
- Sleep Apnea Treatment
- Growth Modification and Functional Jaw Orthopedics
- Surgical Orthodontics
- Interdisciplinary Orthodontic Treatment
Staff Working Alongside Dr. Sheffield
Dr. Sheffield works alongside Dr. Nancy Le and the dedicated Sheffield & Le Orthodontics team to create a welcoming, positive environment where patients feel like family. Together, they’ve built a culture centered on kindness, respect, teamwork, and a shared commitment to exceptional orthodontic care.
Dr. Sheffield believes that a great team starts with people who genuinely care about others. From remembering personal details about patients to celebrating their progress throughout treatment, the team strives to make every appointment a positive experience. Dr. Le continues to champion these values, combining her own expertise and patient-centered philosophy with the tradition of excellence that defines Sheffield & Le Orthodontics.
Dr. Nancy Le, DDS, MS, Board-Certified Orthodontist
Why Patients Appreciate Dr. Sheffield
Patients throughout Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, and the surrounding East County communities have come to know Dr. Robert Sheffield for his kindness, attention to detail, and genuine interest in their lives. Whether he’s asking about the best part of someone’s week, celebrating their progress, or taking extra time to answer questions, Dr. Rob believes the relationships built along the way are just as meaningful as the smiles themselves.
Life Outside the Office
AOutside the office, Dr. Sheffield enjoys spending time with his family and staying active. He’s married to his high school sweetheart, and together they’ve raised three children, now grown.
An avid skier and outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Rob loves hiking, paddleboarding, pickleball, golf, and traveling. He also enjoys cooking, reading, and cheering on his favorite college football and basketball teams, along with the San Francisco 49ers.
Family, community, and giving back have always been important parts of his life. Whether he’s supporting local organizations, spending time outdoors, or connecting with patients and their families, Dr. Sheffield brings the same enthusiasm and appreciation for meaningful relationships to everything he does.
