Yet Another Reason Dr. Hilgers is Recognized by Doctor of Dentistry Magazine

Recently, Dr. Hilgers was featured in an article about advanced orthodontic practices. Education and a commitment to the community were but a few reasons he was selected.

Dr. Hilgers knows the value of a good education, he comes from a long line of orthodontists and dental professionals. So he not only attends continuing education and is a member of numerous study clubs and professional organizations, but he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Colorado. Once he completed the degree, he went to Yale for 2 years for residency. But he wasn't done there. He went on to earn a specialty certificate in orthodontics from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry after studying and receiving his Master of Science. When asked about his educational experience, Dr. Hilgers said, “I am very grateful to have spent time living and studying in both the eastern and western parts of the country. People do things differently on the two coasts, so experiencing that diversity during my education has allowed me to bring a much broader perspective to my practice.”

But Dr. Hilgers passions extend beyond education, “I love my work and can’t imagine doing anything else in the world, but my real passion is my family,” said Dr. Hilgers. He is married to Dr. Kelly Hilgers, a pediatric dentist who’s Hilgers Pediatric Dentistry practice is right down the street. They have a 2-year-old son named Alec. Both Doctors are very involved in the community, often donating through Toys for Tots, Future Farmers of America, American Cancer Society, West Valley Arts Council, and the Coyotes for Kids charity.

Dr. Hilgers Giving Back Throughout the Goodyear Community

My wife (Dr. Kelly Hilgers) and I are very involved in Goodyear community charities. We are particularly involved with children's causes and local non-profits. We donated to the Insight.com bowl and the Fiesta Bowl. We also have worked with the Coyotes (Hockey NHL) Children charity as well.

We attended and donated to the West Valley Arts Council Gala and American Cancer Society Jewel Ball. Check out our picture with Mayor Cavanaugh and his wife as well as Dr. Guyette and his wife. We are very active in our community and understand the importance of giving back to make the world a better place.

--Dr. Hilgers

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.

How Hilgers Orthodontics Is Greening Their Practice

At Hilgers Orthodontics, we know how important it is to take care of the environment, and here are the ways that we help!

We are 90% paperless and looking forward to being 100% paperless in the near future. Just over 1 1/2 years ago we did everything by paper. Not only is this a great chance for the environment but it increases our efficiency as well

We use digital xrays. The low dose is better for our patients.
Not only do traditional x-rays expose patients to much more radiation, but also the film requires toxic chemicals to develop and prints on lead-lined paper.

New technology allows for digital impressions of the teeth to be created at labs instead of using silicone to create molds. We use digital models. The is no wasting of plaster and storage space. All models can be pulled up chairside immediately our referring dentists have access to them as well.

Our building recycles and so do we!

Our building is also highly energy efficient. All of the lights and air conditioners are placed on timers to save energy and money. Our building won several architectural awards for it's energy efficiency.

Hilgers Orthodontics Went to the American Association of Orthodontics Conference

Dr. Hilgers and his great staff went to the AAO conference in Boston. Check out the great photos of the staff. They even went to Fenway Park! View the complete album on our Facebook page!

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.