Friday, December 1, 2017

Hate the Waiting Game?


In today’s hustle and bustle, always-on-the-go lifestyles, it’s no surprise that people are always looking to get things done more quickly.

As corporate dental practices continue to pop up in the most convenient of places, it’s important that our patients (and potential patients!) understand just what sets us apart.

But don’t take our word for it; here’s what our patients who have visited corporate offices have to say:

·         “I scheduled an appointment for a cleaning, but waited almost two hours before I was even seated! The worst part? The same thing happened to my husband a few days later.”

·         “Every visit there’s a new doctor. I feel like treatment is always changing and I don’t even know the person digging around in my mouth.”

·         “When scheduling I’ve had to call repeatedly and leave messages. When they do answer or call back, their hours are so limited that it’s difficult to schedule. I don’t know what would happen in a true dental emergency!”

·         “The staff rarely make me feel like I’m more than a number. I imagine their turnover is high because it always seems like there’s someone new and not quite trained.”

·         “I just had a crown done a few months ago and it’s already giving me issues. I was told there’s nothing that they can do and the crown will need to be redone – at full price!”

Here’s how we’re different:

·         We value our patients’ time. We do not double book and rarely do patients even find themselves with time to take a seat in our reception area.

·         Dr. Gardner has proudly served Montgomery County for 27 years. He and Dr.  Romeo consider their patients extended family and enjoy hearing and learning about their personal lives. Continuity of treatment is incredibly important to both of them.

·         All patients are given the doctors’ personal cell phone numbers in the event of any emergency. In addition, our phones are answered 24/7 by a friendly team member, not an answering service. Call by 12 pm and you’ll be seen for a dental emergency the same day – guaranteed! We also proudly offer early morning and late afternoon appointments to accommodate even the most complicated of schedules.

·         We pride ourselves on our customer service. It is the goal of each team member to over deliver and make sure that our patients have an exceptional experience in our office. We don’t take hiring lightly – all of our team members are cross-trained to better serve you!

·         Our doctors stand behind their work. So much so that as long as patients maintain their regular cleanings, work is Waran’teeth’ed a minimum of five years 
For more information please visit us at www.drtimgardner.com
To schedule your reservation please give our office at 936-585-4353

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

6th Annual Dentistry for Veterans


Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center, armed with staff and volunteers, is out to change lives by offering free dentistry to the veterans of Montgomery County as they host the 6th Annual Dentistry for Veterans event.

The event will take place Saturday, November 11, 2017 at the office of Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center, at 951 Lone Star Parkway in Montgomery. Prescreening is preferred and those who qualify are asked to call beginning Monday, October 2 to make a pre-screening reservation.

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 fillings.

“I hold our military in very high regard,” Dr. Tim Gardner, owner and dentist at Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center 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.” 

In 2016, Dentistry for Veterans donated more than $103,000 worth of free dentistry. They hope to grow the event this year.

For more information please call 936-585-6656 or visit them online at www.drtimgardner.com  

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Dental Assisting Program


Many of our patients and community members have asked about the dental assisting program housed in our Conroe location. We're sharing information regarding the school in case you know of someone who might be interested in attending.

Dr. Gardner opened Montgomery County Dental Assisting School in 2013 after becoming frustrated with technical schools offering dental assisting programs. He learned that students were paying about $6,000 for tuition and upon completion of the program had little to no clinical skills or experience.

Our course’s unique approach goes beyond book work, unlike the technical schools, and dives into clinical participation in an operating dental practice. This one-of-a-kind learning experience equips students with valuable skills and information they need to make an immediate difference in the dental field.

Montgomery County Dental Assisting School’s mission is to properly train and educate students in the art of dental assisting. Students can expect to receive personalized teaching in a small class setting, hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment and understanding of dental terminology. With the added flexibility of classes held on Saturdays for just 10 weeks, many have the opportunity to continue working while training for a new career.

If you know someone interested in pursuing a dental assisting career, please send them our way. The next session is set to begin on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

For additional information visit http://mcdas.weebly.com

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Smile - It's Free!

9th Annual Dentistry from the Heart


Dr. Timothy Gardner’s 9th Annual Dentistry from the Heart event held at Conroe Comprehensive Dental Center, Saturday, April 8, 2017 donated more than $52,000 worth of free dental care to 80 underprivileged residents of Montgomery County.


Dr. Tim Gardner and registered dental assistant, Alexis Milner
provide free dental services to a patient in need.
Procedures done free of charge included cleanings, fillings and extractions. Their mission was to treat infections and get patients out of pain.

Volunteers included Dr. Seth Harris, Dr. Ariadna Valverde, Tenille Fritsche, RDH, Morgan Harris, RDH, Jennifer Nelson, RDH and Laurie Douglas, RDH, along with volunteers and team members. Donations were provided by Papa John’s Pizza and Ellisor Construction.




Dentistry from the Heart (DFTH) is a national non-profit organization with a simple mission: making people smile. DFTH was created to aid those in need, including the growing population of under-insured Americans.


For more information please visit www.drtimgardner.com.

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

9th Annual Dentistry from the Heart


Dr. Tim Gardner of Conroe Comprehensive Dental Center (CCDC) and Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center (MCDC), armed with staff and volunteers is 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 9th 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.

 
In 2016 CCDC donated more than $48,000 worth of free dentistry to about 80 underprivileged residents 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, April 8, 2017, at the office of CCDC 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.  Staff and volunteers will treat as many patients as possible by 5 p.m.

 
Please contact CCDC at 936-539-3636 with any questions or concerns or visit them online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com.

 
 
 

Wednesday, October 5, 2016

It's Easy to Win!

Do you need a new big screen, Smart HD TV 
to catch all the high speed action during Super Bowl LI? 

 Keep on reading for an easy way to win...

It always amazes us when patients ask if we're accepting new patients. The answer is ABSOLUTELY! What we've found is our best patients come from people like you. In an effort to reward you for your thoughtful referrals, we have a 55" LED 2160p Samsung Smart HD TV we'll be raffling off.


Effective immediately: Refer family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc., to our office and receive entries into the drawing for an awesome TV!
 

The good news is that the more you refer, the more you're rewarded. Here's how it works:

Refer one person and receive 1 entry.

Your second referral will earn you 2 entries into the drawing.

A third referral will earn 3 entries.

Referrals 4 and above will score you a cool 4 entries.

And, VIP patients, don't forget that you get double entries into drawings!

 

The contest ends Monday, January 30 and the drawing will be held on Tuesday, January 31 - just enough time to get it all hooked up before the big game!



We hope to be giving YOU a TV soon!

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

Snore No More


With so many patients complaining about their spouses snoring and keeping them awake my team and I decided it was time to invest in a laser that can help tremendously reduce snoring. 

This procedure, done solely with lasers, called NightLase provides a non-surgical path to a better night's sleep. The laser light therapy tightens and opens the airway with a very high success rate and there is no anesthesia necessary. After just one treatment most patients notice at least a 50% reduction in snoring!

While this treatment will probably not cure the underlying disease of sleep apnea, it will allow patients utilizing CPAP therapy to, in most cases, turn down air pressure. Nightlase also works very well in conjunction with oral appliance therapy.*

"After my first NightLase procedure with Dr. Gardner, I immediately felt like I could breath better, and every night since then my husband has said that I have just lightly 'purred,' instead of a loud snore like before. And that's after just one treatment!" - Rachel P. (actual patient)

We invite you to try NightLase, the alternative treatment for snoring, with us for a very special price. This procedure, which is three sessions, is normally an $1,800 investment. Beginning now until October 31 we're happy to offer this to our patients for only $1,200. That's $600 in savings! 

For more information on this revolutionary treatment we've included a video below.



For more information and to schedule your reservation please give us a call: 936-585-4353.

*Oral appliance therapy is an alternative to CPAP therapy and is offered in our office. For more information visit this blog post

The Early Bird Catches the Savings!

YEAR END INSURANCE REMINDER

The end of the year is when most flexible spending, health savings, and insurance benefits expire and we'd like to give you a friendly reminder that it's a good time to come in for your dental visit. Don't wait until the last minute to use remaining dental benefits!

Optimize your insurance benefits!
We can help you prioritize your treatment and maximize your remaining dental benefits.


Take action sooner rather than later; end-of-year reservations always fill quickly! Remember there is no carry over of dental benefits from years to year
so you use them or lose them!

Call Today to Schedule your Reservation!

Thank you for being a valued member of our dental family. Please give us a call if you have any questions or if we can be of any assistance whatsoever.

5th Annual Dentistry for Veterans


Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center, armed with staff and volunteers, is out to change lives by offering free dentistry to the veterans of Montgomery County as they host the 5th Annual Dentistry for Veterans event.


The event will take place Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the office of Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center, at 951 Lone Star Parkway in Montgomery. Prescreening is preferred and veterans are asked to begin calling on Monday, October 3 to make a reservationWalk-ins are welcome, but there is no guarantee of treatment.


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 fillings.



Dr. Seth Harris, associate of Dr. Gardner, with assistant during the 2015  Dentistry for Veterans event.
“I hold our military in very high regard,” Dr. Tim Gardner, owner and dentist at Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center 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.” 

In 2015 Dentistry for Veterans donated more than $68,000 worth of free dentistry. They hope to grow the event this year.

Following the dentistry portion of the event, Montgomery Comprehensive Dental Center will host a Veteran’s Appreciation event at their office featuring live music, food, children’s activities and much more. Veterans, volunteers, community members and their families are welcome to attend.

For more information please call 936-585-6656 or visit them online at www.drtimgardner.com  


Wednesday, August 31, 2016



 




The Clear Alternative to Braces
If you've ever wondered how you can straighten your teeth without braces, 
now is the time to take advantage of this limited time fall special:

$500 OFF INVISALIGN
PLUS:
FREE TEETH WHITENING ($399 value)
AND VIVERA RETAINERS ($579 value)
Offer Expires: 10/01/16



What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution, so you can smile confidently both during and after treatment. Using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign gradually moves your teeth toward the smile you’ve always wanted. And, almost no one will know you’re wearing them!.

Invisalign is comfortable to wear and easy to live with. You visit our office ever month or two to check your progression and get new aligners. Because aligners are removable, you can continue to eat your favorite foods and you can brush and floss normally to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Invisalign is able to treat a wide range of cases, ranging from crowding, spacing, overbites and underbites.

What are the benefits of straight teeth?
Crooked teeth (or malocclusion) can lead to plaque accumulation, periodontal disease, premature tooth wear, tooth mobility or tooth loss and TMJ problems.

Studies have also shown a link between periodontal disease and certain types of cancer. Not to mention, straight teeth look better and can be a boost to self esteem!


If Invisalign sounds like something that you’d like to try, give us a call at 936-539-3636 or request an appointment online at www.conroesmilemakeover.com.

We’d love you to schedule a complimentary consultation to see how Invisalign can help you!

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Say it Ain't So....A CPAP Alternative?!



Did you know that sleep apnea affects millions of people - and many of them don't even realize they have it?!
Although snoring is the most obvious of sleep apnea symptoms, skipping breaths while you sleep is by far a more serious health concern. Left untreated, sleep apnea can be associated with higher risks of serious health problems like heart attack or stroke. Sleep disorders can compromise your whole-body health. It is the number one most undiagnosed disease in this country and unfortunately affects a lot of us.

Imagine if you could stop snoring, stop feeling daytime fatigue, and start sleeping soundly… A good night's sleep may be closer than you think! I’m proud to offer alternatives to uncomfortable CPAP masks.
I have been making sleep/snoring devices for 10 years now, but four years ago instead of placing the lower jaw arbitrarily, judging by where my patient was unable to snore, I began fitting the appliance to the lower jaw's physiological position. The physiological position is where the jaw and muscles are most comfortable and relaxed. This greatly lessens the chance of incurring other problems, like headaches, muscle pain, bite changes, etc., when wearing an oral appliance. In fact, I have yet to have any patients complain of those symptoms since making the change.
Worn while you sleep, oral appliances position your mouth and jaw in a physiological position that makes breathing easier and will, in most cases, stop snoring and get rid of sleep apnea. The best part about these oral appliances is that they are less cumbersome than a CPAP machine. For patients who struggle with feelings of claustrophobia oral appliances have been a lifesaver…literally! My patients also enjoy that they are able to travel with their oral appliance with great ease, unlike a CPAP.  

If you're ready to start sleeping better, just give us a call at (936) 585-6611. I'd be happy to discuss your sleep apnea treatment options and find the sleep solution that works best for you.

For more information about sleep apnea solutions be sure to visit us here: www.drtimgardner.com

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Dental Implant Savings for You!



I understand that losing one or more teeth impacts a person’s smile, confidence and enjoyment of their favorite foods. That’s why one of the most rewarding things that I do in dentistry is the placement of dental implants. Dental implants are technology's way of taking us a step closer to a tooth replacement that feels secure and looks like your own. The results are natural-looking dental implants that look, feel and function as your own! Whether it’s replacing a single tooth with a dental implant or securing a denture with multiple implants, the results are truly life changing!

I recently completed another implant-supported denture case. Prior to the placement of implants, the patient was constantly gagging one her dentures and spent the majority of the time with them out of her mouth. The patient worried constantly about her dentures slipping while speaking and often covered her mouth when smiling. She was unable to chew her food properly, which can create other long-term health issues. It’s safe to say that the placement of implants to secure her dentures has changed her life:

"When I starting coming to Dr. Gardner's office, I was having constant trouble with my dentures. They were loose and causing constant issues. I was self-conscious; I would not go out to eat with others, watched what I ate, and knew what not to try. Dr. Gardner placed implants on the top and bottom and new dentures were made. I have more confidence now; I smile a lot more. I look directly at someone when doing so. I had a tendency not to smile before as I was afraid someone would know I was wearing dentures. I laugh more, and I eat more of the foods I enjoy, not the ones that are just safe." -Cathy J. 

It’s not just those wearing dentures who can benefit from the placement of dental implants. Implants can also be used to replace missing teeth. The placement of a single tooth implant eliminates the unnecessary cutting of healthy tooth structure. Dental implants are easier than a bridge to keep clean and they do not decay.

The best part? Implants are very durable and will last many years. With good care, many implants last a lifetime. Consider implants an investment in your health and yourself!

"Dr. Gardner and his staff are very professional and courteous. They are very good at staying on time with my appointments. I was very happy when I received my implants in 1993. I had very little pain afterwards. It changed everything for me. I have had no problems and they are very low maintenance."

If you've been considering improving your smile by replacing missing teeth, or if you've been struggling to keep your dentures in place, implants could be just the answer for you! I’ve extended a special offer to my patients:

For a limited time we're offering $500 off all implants.

Act before Aug. 31, 2016
and receive $500 off all implants.

For more information and additional patient testimonials please visit our website www.drtimgardner.com