Insurance and Billing We accept most traditional insurance plans, contact our office to verify acceptance of your plan. Dr. JoAnne Bernard, DDS., PA does not participate in Health Management Organizations; however, we will be happy to file your insurance claims for you. We accept checks, cash or credit cards. We also offer a flexible payment plan. Please see our Financial Coordinator for details. We are happy to file insurance for your reimbursement as long as you are free to choose your own dentist.
Payment Options We accept checks, cash or credit cards. We also offer a flexible payment plan. Please see our Financial Coordinator for details. We are happy to file insurance for your reimbursement as long as you are free to choose your own dentist.
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Dr. Bernard has been practicing dentistry in the Crofton/Bowie area for 30 years. From children to seniors, she offers complete dental care for every member of the family in a comfortable, trustedand convenient manner.
Dr. Bernard graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Maryland Dental School, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1988. She is an Omicron Kappa Upsilon Member, a National Dental Honor Society founded in 1914 to recognize scholarship and character in the dental profession.
Dr. Bernard has served as a Deans Faculty Clinical Restorative Instructor helping dental students in the Dental School Clinics. She continues her dedication to the field of dentistry through attending multiple hours of continuing education each year, keeping up with current changes in the field of dentistry.
Linda joined our dental team 20years ago, started as a Dental Assistant and changed her role to Office Manager/Billing Administrator. She has increased knowledge of insurance claims processing, helping to maximize patients benefits.
Natalia has been part of our team since 2014. She received her dental assisting and Radiology license at Anne Arundel Community College and her Expanded Function Certification in General Dentistry at the Maryland State Dental Association, and keeps up with her Continuing Education. Natalia enjoys working together as part of a team that provides the best possible dental care.
Tanja is a graduate of the University Of Maryland School Of Dentistry, with a B.S Degree in Dental Hygiene. With over 20 years of experience, she has had a pleasure of working in a myriad of areas within dental specialty - from working as a Dental Assistant, Dental Technician, to working as a Dentist in her home country of Serbia. She is also certified in administering local anesthetic and monitoring nitrous oxide conscious sedation, to increase patient comfort during dental hygiene procedures.
Her passion is assisting patients maintain their overall oral health, and minimize tooth decay, by providing highest form of preventive care. Tanja is a zealous advocate for increasing health literacy, and goes the extra mile for her patients, making sure that her patients have all the information to make wiser choices about improving their oral health. She is continuously educating herself by taking continuous education webinars and lectures, in the latest dental advancements.Tanja is a member of the American Dental Hygienist Association,Dental HygieneStudy Club, and Phi Theta Kappa honor society. She has also volunteered at the Veterans Affairs Dental Clinic and the Mission of Mercy.
Vanessa attended Loma Linda University in California and received her Bachelor of Science degree in 1994. She has worked for Dr. Bernard for over 20 years and is proud to be a part of a dental practice that has the highest standards in dental procedures and treatment care. She has a gentle, caring touch and loves sharing her knowledge of oral health care protocols that can improve a persons entire health and well-being by preventing diseases. She is an active member of an advanced dental hygiene study club and enjoys collaborating with other hygienists in the area.