Deerhaven Family Dentistry

Absolutely Amazing practice from front to back! From the Front Desk, to the Hygienist and All 3 doctors my family has interacted with, they all have been above and beyond Amazing. From our 3yo daughter, my wife and myself (both of which hadn’t been in for a while and recently relocated to the area) we all had great experiences. Couldn’t recommend a better place to have care for your 🦷!

So refreshing to find this place filled with competent professionals my dentist and his assistant were true artisans of their craft. The front office staff were also as good as they were pleasant. I highly recommend this facility. Five dentists in total and one is on call at all times. Great business and people

We've gone here for over 30 years and wouldn't think of going anywhere else. From checking in to checking out they have an awesome staff. So caring and compassionate. The doctors always make sure you're comfortable and never in pain at any time. We've recommended this office to many, many people and everyone has been amazed with this office!!

Dr. Niergarth is hands down the best dentist my family has ever had. He's patient, compassionate, kind and very caring. All the Dental Assistants we've had have been great. The billing lady to the left when checking out is always kind and caring. Highly recommend Deerhaven!

Dr. Niergarth is amazing! I have major dental anxiety but he is very calming and gentle. Chrissy was great with my deep cleaning as well. I am a very happy new patient who can smile with confidence again!

Very professional and personable staff, from the hygienists and doctors to the front desk and billing. You can tell that they care about their patients - making certain that you understand what they’re about to do and that it doesn’t hurt. Highly recommended! Thanks Dr Beers and staff!

I had an excellent dental appointment at Deerhaven. Elaine did an excellent and efficient job of cleaning my teeth, X-rays, and diagnostic tests. Dr. Niergarth also checked me out and does a good job of only looking for any issues and not additional optional procedures.

They worked me in because part of my bridge was scraping my tongue. Glad to get it taken care of prior to holiday weekend. They got me in at appointed time even though I was a work-in. Very personable dentist and staff.

Is a crown always that easy? I needed a root canal and crown. Was it pleasant? No, I’m not going to sign up for it every day! But I am a needle and dentist wuss and this wasn’t very bad at all. Thank you Deerhaven.

Well taken care of.

As a new patient to Deerhaven Family Dentistry, I was just a skosh nervous. The unknown and new everything awaited me.

That nervousness quickly gave way to a sense of calm. From that moment on, the cedar log design and decor put forth an impression of comfort usually reserved for the lobby of a five-star hotel. It gets better.

Lovely materials and architecture aside, the staff makes this office shine. From the first moment of walking in, I was greeted with a cheerful greeting from Savanna. As if it was second nature to her, she set forth such a positive first impression that I was assured that I was in the right place at the right time. She laid the foundation that I was welcome and belonged.

Within minimal wait time, my name was called by Jen. She immediately put me at ease as we walked and genuinely talked about the casual things outside of the building like weather, snow sports and what to do with limited snow. We arrived at our destination and I found my chair and sat down. The room was clean, orderly with engaging artwork with Northern Michigan artifacts furthering the feel of being somewhere other than a dentist office. The windowed view reminded more of a nature sanctuary with the views of evergreens, wild birds at feeders and a glimpse of sunlight peeking through the White Pine bows.

Jen’s high quality evaluation, taking of films and explanations of her assessments were followed by Dr. Merrithew. His relatable yet professional manner further put me at ease. He was articulate and friendly and his understanding of this new patient confirmed my evolving impression that I was indeed in the right place.

Nevertheless, I was in fact due for a cleaning. Haley then took the lead with the craft and precision of a well skilled hygienist. She had my teeth back to pearly white status in under an hour! Zero pain and zero wincing and all smiles on my part.

When it comes to the final stage, back to the front office to clarify billing, insurance and scheduling next visits, the same team that greeted me was just as compassionate. Kim in billing ensured me that all my previous information was in place, providing assurance and abating any uncertainty from my part. I was good to go.

An attractive setting, being well taken care of, and being welcomed into their family are just a few of my reasons for attesting that Deerhaven Family Dentistry is the one of the best places to be. 100 percent satisfaction!