When should you call Hilgers Orthodontics?

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Dr. Hilgers. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us:

1. Early or late loss of baby teeth
2. Difficulty of chewing or biting
3. Mouth breathing
4. Finger sucking or other oral habits
5. Crowding, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
6. Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or retrude
7. Speech difficulty
8. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
9. Protruding teeth
10. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
11. Facial imbalance or asymmetry
12. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you? If so, give us a call as soon as possible!
Hope this helps,

Summer Fun with Hilgers Orthodontics!

Its summer here at Hilgers Orthodontics, a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories. Whether you are headed to a barbeque, a camping trip, or just having fun in the sun, we want to hear about it! Leave a comment on our blog and tell us about your summer!

Happy Travels,

-From Hilgers Orthodontics

Patient Reviews for Hilgers Orthodontics

Dr. Hilgers is known as a trusted, friendly, and experienced orthodontist serving the Goodyear, Arizona area. Take a look at what patients have said about him!



The staff at the office is outstanding. Dr. Hilgers along with his staff seem to genuinely care about their patients. So far, our experience with everyone involved has gone above and beyond our expectations. ~ Jennifer T.

I was very pleased with the office staff, and with Dr. Hilgers. I am new to the area and it was a pleasant and extremely friendly experience. ~ Bonnie K.

The whole visit is made to feel comfortable and easy. The staff is and Dr. Hilgers are all easy to talk to and make my child feel at ease. ~ Stacey W.

I love the sincere care given by Dr. Hilgers and the entire staff. It's like visiting family every time I am there. The service, technology and results are awesome, not to mention it being a fun experience. Thank you! ~ Catherine M.

Hilgers Orthodontics Is Dedicated To The Latest In Technology

At Hilgers Orthodontics, we are committed to providing the most up-to-date orthodontic treatments for our Goodyear patients. That is one reason that we were featured in the May issue of the Doctor of Dentistry Magazine.

The orthodontic and dental fields constantly make great advances. It takes an expert like Dr. Hilgers to be able to stay on top of the latest discoveries and determine how to best apply them. One way that we accomplish such a great feat is through digital technology. Not only do digital x-rays provide a low dose of radiation and are better for the environment, but Dr. Hilgers gains instant access to their results. With High-Def televisions throughout the office, clear and concise pictures of your orthodontic process are readily available. If your treatment requires lab work, we have an adjoining full-service lab attached to our practice. Knowing how important and unique this is, we provide our lab services to other dental professionals in the community.

We offer a host of products ranging from Damon System braces, to Clarity, Micro Twin, and Invisalign. Because Dr. Hilgers does not contract with any of these providers, his only vested interest is to find the best treatment plan to fit your individual needs.

As if this weren't enough, state-of-the-art patient management systems provide text message or email appointment reminders, and a custom dashboard for patients to watch their progress.

We would love to show you the great things our practice has to offer, so stop by today and see for yourself why Hilgers Orthodontics is a great place to be.

Hilgers Orthodontics Featured in Doctor of Dentistry Magazine

Dr. Hilgers was featured on the cover of Doctor of Dentistry magazine! The magazine featured Hilgers Orthodontics because of our unique approach to orthodontics combining a proven record of excellence with a fun and enthusiastic environment. Because the article isn't available online, we want to share with you some of the more exciting points covered!

The thing that first stands out about Hilgers Orthodontics, is our Mardi Gras-themed office. The waiting room and hallways are adorned with Mardi Gras colors and decorations. We even have a Mardi Gras token program. We give out tokens for good oral hygiene and making it to your appointments on time. You can exchange your tokens for gift certificates or save them up for an ipod!

When it is time for your braces to come off, we throw you a party! Everyone in the office participates in balloons, music, dancing, clapping, and celebrating your accomplishment!

We want you to enjoy coming to our office, so we have a full-sized free arcade! Anyone can play! The arcade includes two x-boxes and 8 arcade games. This is especially great for parents or siblings hanging out while we look at your teeth. If you are not into the gaming mood, we offer a range of Blu-Ray movies on our HDTV. Plus, we have free wi-fi! Can it get any better than this?

Stay tuned next week to hear more about what makes Hilgers Orthodontics the best around. If you want to read the full article from the Doctor of Dentistry magazine, stop by our office.

Hilgers Orthodontics Has A Fun New Quiz

Hilgers Orthodontics wants to know, where does all that soda pop go?

On average, the typical person consumes over 50 gallons of soda pop per year! The amount of acid and sugar found in a can of soda can cause serious tooth decay and lead to cavities, gum disease, and even tooth loss!

We at Hilgers Orthodontics know that you don’t want to lose your teeth, so take the soda pop quiz, presented by the Minnesota Dental Association, and learn more about how to keep your smile healthy.

It’s a fun interactive quiz, so enjoy! From Hilgers Orthodontics.

Hilgers Orthodontics Token Program

At Hilgers Orthodontics, we do everything we can to make sure you receive superior orthodontic treatment and enjoy the journey towards earning your new smile.

Every time you come and see us, you have a chance to earn tokens. When you are done with your appointment the assistant will give you a slip of paper that has the tokens you earned. You can earn five tokens if you have maintained your appliances and your brushing earns an A! You can't earn partial credit, so make sure you brush well in between your Hilgers Orthodontics appointments.

If you receive tokens for the visit, bring the slip up to the front desk when making your next appointment. The front desk will give you the tokens for that day.

You can cash them in that day, or save them for next time!

When cashing in your tokens please make sure you look at the new updated token list. There are many new items on it!

Good luck and happy brushing from Hilgers Orthodontics.

Exciting New Contest At Hilgers Orthodontics

At Hilgers Orthodontics, we have an exciting new contest going on!

Come to our office and look at the board of International Landmarks. Name them all and enter your name in a drawing for an exciting prize!

Come to our office for more information!

Good Luck from Hilgers Orthodontics!