Meet the Doctors

Thank you for choosing Buzbee Dental. We are proud to have served Springfield, Missouri and our local community for over 40 years.

Meet The Doctors of Buzbee Dental

Dr. Gary Buzbee

Gary L. Buzbee, D.D.S.

Gary L. Buzbee is the founding partner of Buzbee Dental in Springfield, MO. He opened the practice in October 1977, after serving two years in the United States Air Force. Gary is a graduate of Glendale High School, Drury University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. Gary has completed post-graduate training at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, CA through the Pacific Aesthetic Consortium. Also known as PACLive, this is a hands-on course in cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Todd Buzbee

Todd K. Buzbee, D.D.S.

Todd Buzbee graduated from Glendale High School in Springfield, MO and attended the University of Tulsa before entering dental school at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. While at dental school Todd was accepted in to Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national honor society. Todd joined his family’s dental practice upon graduating with honors from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry in May 2000.
Dr. Tyler Buzbee

Tyler G. Buzbee, D.D.S.

Tyler Buzbee graduated from Glendale High School in Springfield, MO in 1995 where he played soccer and participated in the National Honor Society and student council cabinet. Following graduation, Tyler entered the combined 6-year BA/DDS program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. While at UMKC, he was an active member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. During Tyler's clinical training, he and his partner won the Outstanding Grand Rounds Presentation Award for their presentation, "Diastema Closure Using Porcelain Laminate Veneers". Following graduation from UMKC and successful completion of National and State board certification in 2001, Tyler joined Buzbee Dental in August of the same year. In his spare time, Tyler likes to cook, participate in physical fitness, and spend time with friends and family.

Betsy McQueary, D.D.S.


Dr. Betsy McQueary grew up in Columbia, Missouri and received her undergraduate degree from Southwest Missouri State University (now MSU). She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa in 1985. Dr. Betsy continued on to start a dental practice in Wellesley, Massachusetts before moving back to Springfield, Missouri the following year. Since then, Dr. Betsy has built a successful practice and touched the lives of thousands throughout her career. Dr. Betsy made the decision to sell her practice in 2019 in order to reduce her working hours. In June 2022, Dr. Betsy began practicing at Buzbee Dental. Dr. Betsy is excited to bring her wealth of knowledge to the Buzbee Dental team and to continue serving the community that she has known and loved since 1986.

Our Vision

As a premier dental facility, we provide comprehensive care to our community in a high performance practice setting. It is our commitment to remain innovative and educated as new technology and techniques develop. Through our unparalleled customer service, our elite team members provide a low-stress and comfortable experience.

Buzbee Dental Through The Years

1977

Bright New Beginnings

Dr. Gary Buzbee Opens Buzbee Dental clinic at 2022 S. National in Springfield, MO
1999

Winner

Dr. Gary Wins Best Dentist, Springfield, MO in 417 Magazine
2000

Welcome to the team

Dr. Todd Buzbee graduates UMKC and joins Buzbee Dental
2001

Welcome to the team

Dr. Tyler Buzbee graduates UMKC and joins Buzbee Dental
2005

Moving on up

Drs. Gary, Tyler and Todd move to new office 1244 E. Lark Street in Springfield, MO
2006

Winner

Buzbee Dental Wins Dental Office Design Competition with Outstanding Achievement in Systems & High Tech Integration
2009

Honored

Dr. Todd honored 40 under 40 in Springfield Business Journal
2011

Honored

Dr. Gary honored as one of Springfield Business Journal’s Men of the Year
2009

Honored

Dr. Tyler honored 40 under 40 in Springfield Business Journal
2014

Recognized

Recognized with an Economic Impact Award from Springfield Business Journal
2017

Happy Birthday

Buzbee Dental Celebrates 40 years of serving the Springfield area
2018-2022

417 Magazine Top Dentist

Top Dentists in 417 Magazine most recently in the April 2022 issue.
2022

Welcome to the Team

Dr. Betsy McQueary joins Buzbee Dental

1244 E. Lark St

Springfield, MO 65804

417-881-1388

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Hours

Mon - Thurs: 8:00 - 5:00 Fri: 8:00 - 12:00

Contact

info@buzbeedental.com