COVID-19 Update / Office Re-opening Protocol
Dear Patients.
COVID-19 has been a very difficult time for all of us. Many of you have been forced to wait for dental care, and we deeply appreciate your understanding while we kept our office closed to help control the spread of the coronavirus.
We are happy to say that we are planning to reopen our office for patient treatment soon. We will be calling to reschedule your appointments as we have had to change how we provide treatment due to the extra precautions and sterilization/disinfection protocol’s necessary with this virus.
Your health and well-being continue to be our highest priority, and we are ONLY opening because we have carefully planned and revised our office procedures to greatly minimize the risk of infection for our patients and our team members. Our own families are also patients here, so you can be assured that we’ll be taking care of you just as well as we’ll be taking care of them. We greatly appreciate your patience as we reopen the office.
For your peace of mind, the measures we will be taking to provide a safe dental treatment experience include, but are not limited to, the following. All staff members will have their temperatures checked when they arrive to start their day.
Upon Your Arrival at the Office:
● Patients will be screened when entering the office and temperatures will be checked.
● Masks are to be worn in the common areas of the office and will be supplied if you do not have one. Any patients showing signs of a fever or other symptoms of illness will be asked to reschedule their appointment.
● ONLY patients will be allowed entry into the treatment rooms. Parents and other family members will be asked to wait outside whenever possible.
● Patients are asked to wait in their cars or outside the office until their scheduled appointment time when we will call you in.
● The waiting area will be used for our patients that use Harbor Transit.
● The waiting area chairs will be spaced apart to allow for 6 feet of distancing.
● Hand sanitizer is available at the entrance door and throughout the office.
● We will ask that you continue to practice social distancing measures in common areas of the office, including the front desk.
● There will be no physical contact with patients with the exception of treatment.
During Treatment
● All rooms will be COMPLETELY sterilized before each patient is seated, and public areas, including restrooms, will be cleaned and sterilized frequently throughout the day.
● All operatories have air filtration and purification units. The units are capable of removing particles smaller than COVID-19 viruses.
● Our team will STRICTLY follow guidelines set forth by the CDC, OSHA, and ADA in regards to personal protective equipment (PPE) and office sterilization.
● During patient care, goggles or face shields will be worn by the the Doctors, Hygienists and Assistants.
● All surfaces that came in contact with the patient will be wiped with disinfectant. We ask that your leave your personal items in your car.
Checking Out After Your Appointment
● Clear panels will be in place at the front desk to protect against sneeze droplets from either side.
● After every transaction, the checkout desk and glass will be wiped with a disinfectant.
We are proceeding with an abundance of caution, but we want you to feel as confident as we do that any visit you make to our office will be a safe one.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Daniel A. Bowen, D.D.S.
Dennis Thornley, D.D.S.
COVID-19 Update
Dear Valued Patients,
Over these past weeks, we can all say our lives have changed dramatically. Each day we learn more about the COVID-19 virus, and because of that, we have changed some of the protocols that we use to assure your safety when you come into the practice.
We will continue to provide the same exemplary care that you have known, but we also want you to be confident that we are insuring the wellbeing of your family, the staff and the community as we implement these changes.
In the next few days, we will be communicating with you how these changes will affect your future visits to the office as we anticipate opening soon. As always, if you have an emergency, please call our office: 616-846-7360.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
-Dan Bowen & -Dennis Thornley DDS
ATTENTION ALL PATIENTS:
ATTENTION ALL PATIENTS:
Due to the current COVID-19 situation, our office will remain CLOSED until the State of Michigan’s “STAY AT HOME” order is lifted. If you are having a dental emergency please call our office at (616)846-7360. Treatment will be limited to those requiring emergency care only. We will continue to keep our patient family informed as the situation evolves. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this unprecedented time.
- Dan Bowen and Dennis Thornley DDS
Christmas Celebrations & Shenanigans
Our festivities started with an adventure to Grand Haven Room Escape.
We managed to escape our room, due to Dr Thornley’s impressive skills figuring out the clues in the “Bate Shop.”
Thanks, Dr T!
Next up… 2nd place group, but such impressive talent, as well
And then there’s celebrating theses two wonderful guys!
“The magic of Christmas never ends and it’s greatest gifts are family and friends. ”
It’s our wish that you and your family have a very joyful Christmas Season and a Happy New Year to come!
Happy Halloween 👻
Here’s a sample of our crew having a little fun in the office on this Halloween….
We formed a posse and “arrested decay” 🦷🤣🎃
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Halloween 🎃
Congratulations, Kelly Reinhardt DDS!
We are so proud of our very own - Kelly Reinhardt, for recently graduating from the University of Detroit Mercy Dental Program. Kelly is a long time patient of our office (since the age of 3yrs old) and a graduate of Grand Haven High School. Since high school, she has observed and worked summers in the office. We are thrilled to see what the future holds for her as a new dentist.
Dennis Thornley and Kelly Reinhardt DDS
Graduation day… and your future is wonderfully bright. Look at that smile!
Kelly pictured along with her proud parents, Alice & Tom, as well as, Dennis Thornley
Congratulation - Dr Kelly Reinhardt!
Dr Thornley was honored to participate in the hooding ceremony for Kelly, as her mentor.
Celebrations Gone By
Christmas 2017 - The Grand Armory, Grand Haven, MI
This was our first opportunity painting as a group at The Grand Armory, in Grand Haven, MI. On this occasion; we also finished off the evening with a retirement celebration dinner, for a wonderful friend, and the long time employment of Trish Hamman, at Two Tony’s in Spring Lake, MI. Thankful for all the incredible memories we have shared together. Lots of hugs and tears on that night.
Christmas dinner and retirement celebration for Trish Hamman - Two Tony’s, Spring Lake, MI
August 2018 - BIRTHDAY Celebrations!
Happy Birthday, Dr Thornley!
Reluctantly, Dr Thornley obliged his staff with a trolley ride through Grand Haven, a photo opportunity on “5 Mile Hill” and lunch at Jack’s Waterfront Bistro, in Spring Lake. Without a doubt; he makes going to work highly entertaining, at times. It’s no wonder why we all love him.
Photo Op - 5 Mile Hill
Halloween Fun 2018 - 3 Blind Mice and a Cougar
Christmas 2018 - The Grand Armory, Grand Haven, MI
We celebrated Christmas 2018, once again, by painting at The Grand Armory, and then dinner at Two Tony’s. Thankful for our “Dental Family” that supports and encourages one other; in the good and the not-so-good times that each of us face. So many great memories, but also, some tough memories, a lot of our individual families have endured throughout this past year. But once again; we have proven that we truly care for one another. Thankful for these AMAZING humans! Also anticipating the celebrations ahead…
Dinner at Two Tony’s, Spring Lake, MI
Merry Christmas
Christmas Scavenger Hunt and Shenanigans...
It's easy to get caught up in the craziness of the season, and often times we can miss out on fun times with the people that matter most to us. If you are familiar with our office, you know that we enjoy having fun. Our Christmas celebration was a bit different this year - we participated in a scavenger hunt in downtown Grand Haven, MI. It was through an App called eventzee. A HUGE THANK YOU to all the businesses that joined in the fun and played along with us. These are a few of those photos....
O Christmas Tree
Movie Magic
Heads Together - Now that's using your heads!
Beards are Beautiful
Yoga Moves
Charlie's Angels
Games Children Play
Where Nature Smiles for 7 Miles
Who's the Boss
I Can't Believe We Fit in Here
Animal Attraction
Our Happy Place
What Matters Most
Strike A Pose
Mirror Mirror
Pay it Forward
Eggnog Yeah or Nah
Awkward Family Photo
From our Dental Family, to Yours....
Although Late, Always Appreciated!
Summertime in Grand Haven (before the lights were removed from the catwalk).
On behalf of Doctors Bowen and Thornley, we would like to express our true appreciation for voting our office as "The People's Choice" six years in a row. Although our messages is late, we could not be more grateful to the community that we serve. It is because of all of you, that we truly love and value what we do.
Always dedicated to take care of your dental needs...
What our Doctors had to say...
"I have an innate desire to make a difference in someone's life and dentistry is one exceptional way to do that. It gives me purpose and great satisfaction. And after 30 years I still get great satisfaction and enjoyment in helping my patients achieve optimum dental health, and once they have attained, to motivate them to maintain that health." ~ Dr. Daniel Bowen
"I became a dentist for two reasons; I love to work with my hands and I truly enjoy helping people. Dentistry combines these two passions and for the past twenty years, I have looked forward to coming into the office each and every morning. They say to find a job that you enjoy and you will never work a day in your life. I have been blessed to have found a career that has allowed me to not "work" a day in my life." ~ Dr. Dennis Thornley
We believe that if you truly care about the well being of people and their lives, and are genuine, it will make a difference. We value our patients like they are our own family members. And, we believe the results are in our "546 - 5 star" ratings as a practice, as well as being voted "The People's Choice." It's just what we do!
From the bottom of our hearts... THANK YOU!
The Heart of Christmas ❤️
It came without ribbons, it came without tags, it came without packages, boxes or bags. Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store... maybe, Christmas, perhaps... means a little bit more! ~Dr. Seuss
Share love and laughter throughout the year...
It's not what's under the Christmas tree that matters, it's who's around it.
We believe in the joy this season brings.
It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air. ~W. T. Ellis
The best gifts are the times we share together.
The joy that you give to others, is the joy that comes back to you.
The true magic of the Christmas season is not about the gifts, the stockings, or the tree; but sharing love, joy and laughter with the people we treasure the most.
If you desire to find the true spirit of Christmas, and partake in the sweetness of it, let us make this suggestion to you. During the hustle and bustle of the festive occasions; find time to slow down, be silent and quiet your heart and mind.
Perhaps in the quiet hours of morning, or night, in a quiet place - alone or with loved ones - give thanks for the good things that have come to you. Then share your light of love and happiness with others.
From all of us at Dr. Bowen and Thornley's office, we wish you and your family love, laughter and the most magical Christmas season.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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