Meet Dr. Robert Hyland
Pictured to the right with his family, Dr. Hyland has been practicing for 24 years. He is a 1986 graduate of the University of Detroit School of Dentistry and has dedicated his career to providing you with the finest dentistry. The doctors and staff of Howell Dental Excellence are continually educating themselves on the newest techniques and approaches to serve you and your family with advanced, state-of-the-art, personalized and antiseptic dental care. There’s even an Oral Surgeon on staff to ensure comprehensive care in one convenient location.
Dr. Hyland has also completed numerous continuing education courses in implant dentistry, endodontics, orthodontics and preventive dentistry. He is a member of the American Orthodontic Society, American Dental Association and Michigan Dental Association, and a former president of the Livingston District Dental Society. Dr. Hyland is also a sponsor of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association, Howell High School athletic programs, and many local sports teams.
Meet Dr. Jacob B. Thayer, DDS
Dr. Thayer started his secondary education at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Earning his degree in Dentistry from the University of Detroit Mercy, Dr. Thayer graduated near the top of his class and was awarded the prestigious “Vedder Society Award” for “Excellence in Crowns and Bridges.” Since then he has attended numerous classes to expand his expertise in the areas of periodontics, orthodontics, and implantology.
Dr. Thayer prides himself on providing quality dentistry in a relaxed setting, minimizing discomfort and making your experience stress-free. No matter what your age or background, Dr. Thayer enjoys caring for patients from all walks of life. He looks forward to meeting you and helping you maintain a healthy, disease-free mouth.
When Dr Thayer is not in the office he enjoys golf, fishing, and spending time with his wife and son.
Meet Lindsey A. Vogl, DDS
Dr. Vogl began her education at Central Michigan University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree, graduating summa cum laude from the Honors College. She later earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, graduating in 2010 in the top 15% of her class. Upon graduation, Dr. Vogl was awarded the Delta Dental Foundation’s Student Leadership Award. She continued her formal dental education by completing a General Practice Residency at Summa Health System in Akron, Ohio, and gained experience in all aspects of dentistry. Dr. Vogl is a member of the American Dental Association and the Michigan Dental Association.
Dr. Vogl thoroughly enjoys her profession and is very pleased to return to the community of Howell and get to know her patients on a personal level. She is committed to taking the time to discuss all of the treatment options available and to use a caring and gentle touch to make her patients’ visits as comfortable and free of anxiety as possible.
When not working, Dr. Vogl enjoys cooking, sewing, reading, spending time outdoors and with family, friends, and her dog, Sam.
Our Philosophy
The goal of Howell Dental Excellence is to enhance and preserve the health, comfort, and well-being of all who entrust their care to us. We strive for excellence in every dental service we provide and pledge to always offer the highest level of patient care possible while taking a conservative approach.
At Howell Dental Excellence, our philosophy is simple -- to treat each of our patients as we ourselves would want to be treated….
We Listen – When you first meet a dentist, it’s a good sign if you get to do most of the talking. After all, who knows you better than you! Satisfying your needs and concerns is our most important job, and we can start that by listening.
We’re Flexible – Once we perform our exam, we will let you know what dental treatment you need, your treatment options and your costs. You choose what option fits your time and finances. We then begin your treatment at the pace you are comfortable with.
We’re Affordable – We understand how valuable your time and money are. That’s why our goal is convenient “on time” appointments, why we accept most dental insurance, and why we offer affordable and reasonable financial arrangements for our services.
We’re Gentle – Modern techniques make dental care surprisingly comfortable and gentle. We use the utmost care and concern to make each visit a pleasant one! You’ll be amazed at how gentle dental care can be.
We’re Safe – Infection control in our office is very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we maintain strict sterilization and cross-contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
