Nightlife

Beyond the Rope: Dr. Matt Welebir, Smile-maker

Hometown: Redlands, California

Age: 33

Profession: Cosmetic dentist to the bar stars Profile: Ever wonder where all those VIP hosts and club folks get their perfect deal-maker smiles? Dr Matt! Cosmetic dentist, entrepreneur and real-estate investor Dr. Matt’s clientele includes everyone from LA’s celebrity A-listers and Playmates to Vegas’ executives, club owners and VIP hosts. A selective scenester, Dr. Matt uses his weekends in the clubs to network rather than overindulge. As casual and approachable as he is professional, Dr. Matt is both an artist and a member of the edgy nightlife scene he services.

Why I Do What I Do: “Nightlife people in particular, they’re in the limelight. They live a life that’s aesthetic. I have pictures of various nightclub owners and VIP hosts who never really smiled; it was a point of insecurity for them. Now that they’ve had the work done, they’re all smiles! I love it. It’s very gratifying.”

Personal Tidbit: Dr. Matt’s business partnership also owns Rose women’s couture, which recently launched during Manhattan’s Fashion Week to “rave reviews.” Their contemporary golf-inspired men’s clothing line Rosasen is carried locally at Lot 9, Mojitos and other boutique stores.

What I’m listening to: Feist, Kenna and DJ Mark Ronson

Latest Accomplishment: Prides himself on being “the coolest uncle ever” to his two nephews, ages 2 and 4. Dr. Matt takes every opportunity to bring them in from Orange County and show them all that Vegas has to offer.

Quote: “That’s good fun,” says the eternal optimist.

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