Dentistry From The Heart

Dr. Tim Gardner and Dr. Jacob Burch, of Conroe, armed with staff and volunteers, are out to change lives by offering free dentistry to the underprivileged of Montgomery County, as they host the latest event in conjunction with Dentistry from the Heart (DFTH).

The 5^th Annual event will treat those, residing in Montgomery County, who truly need, but cannot afford dentistry. The procedures done free of charge include extractions, simple fillings and cleanings.

Last year staff and volunteers gave more than $24,000 worth of free dentistry to the underprivileged of Montgomery County. They hope to see an increase in numbers this year. 

“Now more than ever I know there are people out there who need my services but have no means to afford them; whether they are out of a job or just having a hard time,” Gardner said. “This Dentistry from the Heart event is my way of giving back to the community and being there for the people who are in need of dental work.”

The event will take place Saturday, March 2, 2012, at the office of Timothy E. Gardner, D.D.S., at 2210 North Frazier, Suite 120 in Conroe. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. Patients will be seen on a first come, first serve basis. Patients are asked to bring ID or other paperwork proving their residence in Montgomery County.  Dr. Gardner, his staff and volunteers will treat as many patients as possible by 5 p.m.

Please contact Dr. Gardner’s office at 936-539-3636 with any questions or concerns or visit them online at www.drtimgardner.com.

Dentistry From The Heart

Dr. Tim Gardner, armed with staff and volunteers, is out to change lives by offering free dentistry to the underprivileged of Montgomery County, as he hosts the latest event in conjunction with Dentistry from the Heart (DFTH).

The 5^th Annual event will treat those, residing in Montgomery County, who truly need, but cannot afford dentistry. The procedures done free of charge include extractions, simple fillings and cleanings.

Last year staff and volunteers gave more than $24,000 worth of free dentistry to the underprivileged of Montgomery County. They hope to see an increase in numbers this year. 

“Now more than ever I know there are people out there who need my services but have no means to afford them; whether they are out of a job or just having a hard time,” Gardner said. “This Dentistry from the Heart event is my way of giving back to the community and being there for the people who are in need of dental work.”

The event will take place Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the office of Timothy E. Gardner, D.D.S., at 2210 North Frazier, Suite 120 in Conroe. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. Patients will be seen on a first come, first serve basis. Patients are asked to bring ID or other paperwork proving their residence in Montgomery County.  Dr. Gardner, his staff and volunteers will treat as many patients as possible by 5 p.m.

Please contact Dr. Gardner’s office at 936-539-3636 with any questions or concerns or visit them online at www.drtimgardner.com.

 

What a pain in the neck!

It's more than pain, it's affecting my life! 

According to the American Dental Association, more than fifteen percent of American adults suffer from chronic facial pain. Some common symptoms include pain in or around the ear, tenderness of the jaw, clicking or popping noises when opening the mouth, or even headaches and neck aches.

Two joints and several jaw muscles make it possible to open and close the mouth. They work together when you chew, speak, and swallow. These structures include muscles and ligaments, as well as the jaw bone, the mandible (lower jaw) with two joints, the TMJ's.

Diagnosis And Treatment

A dentist can help identify the source of the pain with a thorough exam and appropriate X-rays. Most often we find that the pain is related to the facial muscles, the jaw or temporomandibular joint, located in the front of the ear. Treatments for this pain can range from adjustments to teeth, orthodontics, restorations, etc. 

As a fellow of the prestigious Las Vegas Institute (LVI), Dr. Gardner has received extensive training on causes and treatments of chronic head, neck and jaw pain. 

If you or a loved one are experiencing these types of symptoms please give us a call to set up a consultation. 

Dentistry can change your life...for the BETTER!

For more information on how we can improve not only your smile, but the quality of your life, visit us online at www.drtimgardner.com 

Dental Braces ---- How Early?

How Early Should Children Get Orthodontic Evaluations?

A simple guideline we use is that children should be examined at the time their permanent teeth are beginning to come in. However, every child is different, and the best starting time for orthodontic treatment depends on the type of problem and how severe it is. So the answer really is: "It depends."

If your child requires treatment, early intervention can make a real difference. We see the best results with treatments that would be impossible once your child's face and jaw have completely developed.

Also, when started early, completion of treatment at a later age is much easier.

What happens during an initial orthodontic exam?

During an initial examination, your dentist will evaluate your child's facial growth, spacing between teeth, crowding, extra or missing teeth. And they will look for habits like tongue-thrusting and thumb-sucking that may hinder normal growth and development. These problems can change tooth alignment as well as alter facial appearance.

In order to determine your specific needs, the dentist will completely evaluate your mouth. This will likely include:

• Impressions of your teeth, from which models are made
• Photographs of your teeth, face, and smile
• X-rays of your head and teeth
• Your medical health history and dental health history

Your dentist will then carefully evaluate your specific needs and provide you with a treatment plan for correction. Following the recommended plan is important for proper correction. If your child doesn't require any early treatment, most dentists will schedule periodic follow-up exams while the permanent teeth are coming in and the face and jaws continue to grow.

Orthodontic treatment can bring your child's teeth, lips and face into harmony. And we all know that a pleasing appearance and beautiful smile give children - and adults - a big advantage in life.

If you have questions regarding braces, please call our office at 936-539-3636 or email us at drtimgardner@consolidated.net today.

Interested in other dental services? Check us out online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com

12 Reasons to Visit the Dentist This Holiday Season

1. Spotting Decay
Sometimes there is decay in your teeth that only your dentist can spot and remove.

2. Avoid Losing Teeth
Avoiding your dentist will do more than cause decay, over time it could cause you to lose teeth.

3. Gum Disease
Although gum disease is most common in the elderly, it can start developing early. It is good have a dentist check for gum disease frequently.

4. Oral Cancer
Your dentist will be able to recognize any warning signs that might point to oral cancer.

5. Wisdom Teeth
If your wisdom teeth are starting to show, the sooner you go in to the dentist the better. Everyone's different, and you should not take risks with your dental health.

6. Prevent Emergencies
Waking up in the night with a dental emergency is never fun. Seeing the dentist regularly can prevent this from ever happening to you.

7. Overall Health
Your dental health has been proven to affect the rest of your health. Gum disease can lead to strokes, heart disease, and even cancer.

8. Periodontal Pockets
Caused by gum disease, periodontal pockets are important warning signs only your dentist can evaluate.

9. Cleaning
Even if you have the healthiest teeth and eat right, no one can clean your teeth like your dentist. A routine cleaning will prevent cavities and other dental illnesses.

10. Better Breath
All types of things cause bad breath, only your dentist can tell you if it is dental related.

11. Maximize Dental Benefits

Most dental plans renew in January, so use your benefits before you lose your benefits!

12. Hear about the latest and greatest

Our staff is trained to help you make the best decisions regarding your oral health. We know the most effective products and will base our recommendations on your unique needs.

 

Don't have a dentist that you know and trust? We'd love to help!

Please give us a call to set up a reservation! 936-539-3636

or visit us online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com

Use 'Em or Lose 'Em



 

Every year as the New Year rapidly approaches, it seems like patients begin trying to utilize remaining dental insurance benefits. Unfortunately, the demand is usually so high that there are not enough hours to take care of the influx of patients.

This is a friendly reminder to take action sooner rather than later if you would like to use your remaining dental insurance benefits for 2012.

 

Remember there is no carry over from year to year so you use them or lose them!

We look forward to seeing you and yours soon.

Breaking News!!!

There are some big changes going on around Dr. Gardner’s and Dr. Burch’s dental office. If you haven’t been by in a while stop in and ask Odelia, the friendly face at the front desk, for a tour. We have fresh baked treats daily at our new and improved coffee bar. We’ve also added larger TVs in the reception area for easier viewing.  And if you’ve never experienced our massage chair, you’re missing out!

Besides the cosmetic touches, we’re working behind the scenes to make sure you are getting the best experience you can. We realize that it can be a challenge to take off work for dental appointments. So we’ve decided to do something about it: We’ll be here Monday-Thursday from 7 am – 7 pm and Friday from 7 am – 4 pm to better serve you.  Give us a call ASAP to set up a dental reservation. As you can imagine those extended hours fill up quickly!

As of January 1, 2013 our practice will be known as Conroe Comprehensive Dental Center!  We believe this will alleviate confusion when our Montgomery practice opens, which will be appropriately named Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center. Plans for the new office are being finalized and construction is estimated to begin mid-2013.

We’re very proud to announce that Dr. Gardner has earned his fellowship from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute (LVI). This journey, which included over 278 hours of continuing education, was a long time goal of Dr. Gardner’s. There are only 271 dentists, worldwide, who have this type of training in neuromuscular dentistry, which focuses on head and neck issues created by the bite.

During the pursuit of his LVI Fellowship, Dr. Gardner also earned a fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), which will be presented at their annual meeting in July 2013. Only about seven percent of AGD dentists nation- wide have received their fellowship.

If you have been putting off coming to see us do to fear or anxiety, don’t forget that Dr. Burch is our sedation expert! He’ll meet with you to discuss options and together find something that works best for you.

We also wanted to use this time to give you a gift for your friends or family. Enclosed you’ll find a $100 guest card. Please give these to someone who you think will benefit from our services. We’ll give him/her the same stand-up service that you’ve come to expect.  And don’t forget, the referral contest for the New iPad is still in full swing! The drawing will be held Friday, December 14, 2012.

We are embracing changes that benefit our patients while still remaining the same dental office you’ve grown to love. We’re excited about the future and happy to experience it with great patients like you.

See you soon,

Dr. Tim Gardner, Dr. Jacob Burch and Team

www.drtimgardner.com

 

FREE ORTHODONTIC CONSULTATION

If you could, is there anything about your smile you would change? We would like to present you with an opportunity to do a FREE ORTHODONTIC CONSULTATION!

Free Orthodontic Consultation

Offer expires: 12/31/2012 * Some restrictions apply

Come in for a free consultation, which includes x-rays and impressions, to see the amazing ways orthodontics can enhance your smile. We have many solutions, including Invisalign, to give you the smile you have always wanted!

Take advantage of this offer next time you visit.

This limited time offer is for patients of record and is also being extended to new patients. Come on in and see what we're about! We'll give you a smile your dimples will be jealous of!

Give us a call or check us out online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com

Dentist Celebrates Veterans' Day

Dr. Tim Gardner’s 1^st Annual Dentistry from Veterans event Friday and Saturday, November 2 and 3, proved to be a success. More than $26,000 worth of free dentistry was performed on 35 Montgomery County veterans.

            Veterans were asked to make a screening appointment prior to the event to diagnose

 

necessary treatment. Procedures done free of charge included cleanings, fillings, crowns and

 

extractions. Their mission was to take care of any infections present and catch issues before they

 

became painful.

            Volunteers included Dr. Jacob Burch (associate of Dr. Gardner) and all of Dr. Gardner’s hygienists and staff.

            The event proved to be very rewarding for volunteers and patients alike. Staff and volunteers thank patients for their patience and understanding throughout the day

            Dr. Gardner has always held the military in high regard and created this event to give back to those who have given so much to our country.

            For more information please visit www.drtimgardner.com.

 

Looking for an exciting career??

Would you like to work in a fun, challenging environment with a great group of people?

Do you like advancement opportunities?

 

 

We may be the right fit for you!!

 

See below for position we're looking to fill soon.

 

Front Desk
We’re looking for someone who is accountable, responsible, eager to learn, a team player, has excellent communication skills and an overall positive attitude. A person in this position must be able to multitask, welcome and check out patients, stay organized, follow through on tasks and learn quickly.

Patient Concierge
This position is perfect for someone outgoing, eager and friendly! A person in this role must have excellent communication skills and the ability to make patients feel comfortable. The person must be entergetic, positive and a multitasker. This position relies heavily on patient interaction.

 

 

If either of these positions sounds like something that you would enjoy and thrive at please send a brief e-mail to drtimgardner@consoldiated.net explaining why this is a good fit for you and any salary requirements.

 

For more information and to meet the rest of our team please visit us online at www.drtimgardner.com 

Free Dentistry for Veterans

Dr. Tim Gardner, of Conroe, armed with staff and volunteers, is out to change lives by offering free dentistry to the veterans of Montgomery County as he hosts the 1st Annual Dentistry for Veterans event.

The event will treat those who have honorably served in the U.S. Armed Forces. There will be no cost to those who show proof of military service. Procedures include, but are not limited to, cleanings, exams, extractions and simple fillings.

“I hold our military in very high regard,” Gardner said. “Without them we would not enjoy the freedoms we have today. This is just a small way to give back to a great cause.”

The event will take place Friday and Saturday, November 2 and 3, 2012, at the office of Timothy E. Gardner, D.D.S., at 2210 North Frazier, Suite 120 in Conroe. Prescreening is preferred and those who qualify are asked to call to make a reservation prior to the event. Walk-ins are welcome as well, but there is no guarantee of treatment.

Please contact Dr. Gardner’s office at 936-230-5447 with any questions or concerns or visit them online at www.drtimgardner.com.

Give 'Em Something to Smile About....

We've all heard about how wonderful it is to smile and how it can really make someone's day, but there's nothing like reading it written beautifully.

 

We've complied some of our favorite smiling quotes for you...enjoy!

 

And keep in mind...if you're smile isn't all that you want it to be, we can help!! Check us out online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com or by calling 936-539-3636

 

"A smile confuses an approaching frown." - Author Unknown

 

"A smile is a curve that sets everything straight." -Phyllis Diller

 

"No matter how grouchy you're feeling,
You'll find the smile more or less healing.
It grows in a wreath
All around the front teeth-
Thus preserving the face from congealing"
-Anthony Euwer

 

"Before you put on a frown, make absolutely sure there are no smiles available." -Jim Beggs

 

"A smile is the light in the window of your face that tells people you're at home." -Author Unknown

 

"If you smile when noone else is a around, you really mean it." -Andy Rooney

 

"Everyone smiles in the same language." - Author Unknown

 

"Life is a like a mirror, we get the best results when we smile at it." -Author Unknown

 

 

"Wear a smile and have friends; wear a scowl and have wrinkles." -George Eliot

 

"Smile- sunshine is good for your teeth." - Author Unknown

 

"The shortest distance between two people is a smile." -Author Unknown

 

"Everytime you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing." - Mother Teresa

 

"Everyday you spend without a smile is a lost day." -Author Unknown

 

"Wear a smile - one size fits all." -Author Unknown

 

"You're never fully dressed without a smile." -Martin Charnin

 

"A smile is a universal welcome." -Max Eastman

 

"Smile! It increases your face value." -Robert Harling

 

"A smile is something you can't give away; it always comes back to you." -Author Unknown

 

"It takes a lot of work from the face to let out a smile, but just think what good smiling can bring to the most important muscle of the body...the heart." -Author Unknown

Top 10 Reasons Not to Dodge your Dental Cleaning Appointment

 

Sure, regular cleanings with our office promote good oral hygiene, but did you know it can also prevent a multitude of diseases? That 2 o'clock chair-side rendezvous may not seem nearly as exciting as a late lunch with a friend, but it will be well worth it in the end. Here are 10 really great reasons to stick with your regular cleaning schedule!

1. It Prevents Oral Cancer. You may or may not realize that you're screened for oral cancer during your regular dental cleaning. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, an American dies of oral cancer every hour of every day. It's a sad proposition, especially when you consider that it is highly curable with early diagnosis.
2. It Wards Off Gum Disease. Gum disease, or an infection in the gum tissues and bone that keep your teeth in place, is one of the leading causes of adult tooth loss. It can be treated and reversed if diagnosed early. Unfortunately, not receiving treatment will lead to a more serious and advanced state of gum disease. Regular cleanings and check ups and daily brushing and flossing are key weapons in the fight against these conditions.
3. It's About More Than Your Mouth. Sure, not getting regular check-ups may make you less kissable, but did you know that studies have linked heart attacks and strokes to gum disease associated with poor oral hygiene? A trip to your dentist every 6 months could reduce your risk of serious health problems!
4. You Want to Preserve Your Smile. As mentioned, gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults. To keep your pearly whites intact, stick with your cleaning schedule.
5. It's Best to Detect Dental Problems Early. We've already touched upon early detection of gum disease and oral cancer, but don't overlook more basic dental problems. Cavities and broken fillings are easy to treat. Without regular trips to the dentist, these problems can lead to root canals, gum surgery and tooth extraction. Which sounds worse: A 30-minute cleaning or an hour under the knife?
6. You Want to Know You're Doing it Right. Maybe you bought a fancy new electric toothbrush, or aren't keeping up with what current research has to say about caring for your teeth. Either way, check ups allow your dentist to examine your mouth and keep you on the right path.
7. You Have Dental Insurance. Consider how much money you put into your insurance plan. Take advantage of it and save a lot of money in the long run by avoiding costly procedures that result from poor dental habits.
8. You Want to Upgrade Your Smile. If you're already suffering from tooth decay or gum problems, regular appointments will allow our office to create a personalized treatment plan that will give you the best smile possible.
9. You Want to Dazzle. Regular cleanings remove most tobacco, coffee and tea stains, polishing your teeth to a beautiful shine!
10. You Need Some Time Alone. Okay, maybe not completely alone, but the time you spend in the waiting room and chair is really your time. You can forget about the office or the stresses of family life and just relax. Read a magazine or work through a crossword if you want. Take advantage of the time you're given, rather than worrying about how to fit it in your tight schedule. Your health and well-being should never take a back seat to your daily planner.

If it's been more than 6 months since your last check up and cleaning, call your us at 936-539-3636 or visit us online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com to schedule an appointment today!