Welcome to Pine River Dental Care

Regarding Dental Insurance

We are a non-participating (out-of-network) dental provider with all insurances. We bill most dental insurance plans, excluding state-run Medicaid plans. We are happy to send dental insurance claims for you; however, the payment by your dental insurance is decided by the contractual agreement between you, your employer, and your dental insurance company. We, as your dental providers, are not a party to this contract.

Our commitment is to your oral health; sometimes dental insurance helps with this, and sometimes it does not. We can always give you the total cost of your treatment, though we can only estimate your insurance coverage. Ultimately, financial responsibility for dental treatment rests on you, the patient.

If you are not comfortable with being responsible for the cost of dental treatment, then we are not the office for you. There are state-run dental clinics, as well as dental schools, that provide reduced fee dental treatment. If you would like to look for an “in-network” dentist, then it is best to call your insurance company and ask them to direct you to a dentist that is “in-network”. 

At Pine River Dental Care

We offer gentle and compassionate dental solutions that are tailored to each person’s unique needs. We are proud to be known as a practice where we build personal relationships, and welcome you as a friend and care for you as family!

Dr. Brian Putman, Dr. Jenna Putman, and our team are skilled professionals. We are also warm, personable, and dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of dentistry, to ensure you achieve optimal oral health and a smile you love to share.

We focus on preventive care and patient education, and offer:

• Dental exams, cleanings, and fillings for all ages
• Care for TMJ-TMD, periodontal treatment for gum disease, and general dentistry
• Dental care for children
• Teeth whitening and cosmetic dentistry
• Braces for all ages, and Invisalign® clear orthodontic aligners for teens and adults
• Digital X-rays and intraoral photos
• IV sedation and emergency dental care

Our doctors and team want you to feel at ease during visits and confident you are receiving the best modern dentistry has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you and your loved ones to the Pine River Dental Care family. Please contact our Ithaca, MI dental office, which serves the greater Gratiot County area.