Dr. Timothy Gross has been helping people maintain healthy, beautiful smiles for over two decades. As a Fellow and now an instructor at the world renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI), Dr. Gross uses the latest dental techniques, materials, and technology to provide his patients with the very best in dental care. Dr. Gross teaches his techniques to other dentists from around the world and has lectured from coast to coast on topics such as cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, sleep apnea, TMJ and bite problems and sports dentistry.
As a mercury-free dental practice, we never use mercury-based amalgam fillings or any other type of metal in our treatments. We can safely replace your old metal fillings with tooth-colored fillings that are not only safer and stronger for your teeth, but also blend seamlessly with the rest of your smile. We follow a strict protocol for mercury filling removal to protect our patients, team and environment from the hazards of mercury.
When you first step foot into Dr. Grosss office, you will notice what so many of our patients have talked about for years: our team is truly passionate about what they do. At every turn, we strive to help you feel comfortable and relaxed in our modern dental office. You are never just another patient to us; we treat you as we would want to be treated. We provide customized options for your dental treatment and let you pick the one that is best for you. Establishing lifelong relationships with our patients and their families is one of the most rewarding aspects of our profession.
Dr. Gross is a dentist for all ages. He has years of experience treating children, adults, and the elderly, providing individualized care for each patient. Whether you want to transform your smile with a smile makeover, or simply need a general dentist for teeth cleanings and dental exams, we can address all of your family dentistry needs under one roof.
After receiving his dental education in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dr. Timothy Gross relocated to Hilton Head Island to establish a comprehensive dentistry practice. Dr. Gross received his undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh in just three years, going on to graduate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1992. Just one year later, he completed his General Practice Residency at Allegheny General Hospital.
Over his 20+ years of dental practice, Dr. Gross has been very active in organized dentistry and continuing education. When he moved from Pittsburgh in 2009, he was the interim director of Allegheny General Hospitals Dental Residency Program. In 2012 Dr. Gross was elected to the Board of Directors of the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetic Dentistry. He has also been a past President of the Pittsburgh Academy of Dentistry, had a chair on the Patient Relations and Peer Review Board of WesternPennsylvania, and is actively involved in many other organizations, including:
Currently, Dr. Gross serves as a clinical instructor at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies (LVI), where he earned his Fellowship. He is a strong proponent of practicing mercury-free dentistry.
As a graduate of Armstrong State College in Savannah, Georgia, Marie has been a licensed South Carolina dental hygienist since 1994. She has been with Dr. Grosss practice for the past 18 years, personally encouraging, educating, and applauding the preventative dental healthcare practices of our patients. Marie holds a National Board Certificate in Dental Hygiene and is a member of the American Dental Hygienists Association. She is also a member of the Allied Health Professions Honor Society and the Alpha Eta Society.
Melissa graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1991. She is the wife of Dr. Gross (they met in the second grade) and has been working with his dental practice since 2005. Melissa assists Dr. Gross chairside and coordinates patient treatment.
Colleen has been on Hilton Head Island since 1999 and attended Hilton Head Prep. She graduated from the University of Dayton in 2009 and moved back to Hilton Head to be with her family. After receiving her insurance license, Colleen joined our team in August of 2011. Not only does Colleen assist Dr. Gross chairside, she also performs our KR teethwhitening treatments, and helps our patients with any insurance questions they may have.
Sue and her husband, Larry, first visited Hilton Head in the early 1970s after which they became part-time residents. Following their retirement as public school administrators in Akron, Ohio, they settled into a new house and new careers on the island. Larry became a funeral director and Sue as front desk receptionist for dental offices. The highlight of her week is now working with Dr. Gross and his wife Melissa, Marie and Colleen as well as our friendly patients.
When you lose a tooth, you also lose the root connected to it. Without your natural root sending a message to your body that bone is required to hold a tooth in place, you will begin to experience bone loss, which can eventually lead to jaw collapse. Dental implants are the only form of tooth replacement that address this issue. Once your jawbone accepts the dental implant root, it will treat it just like a natural tooth root, once again signalling your body to produce bone for support.
Apart from this, dental implants are the strongest and most permanent solution for missing teeth. The titanium root anchors your new tooth firmly in place, giving it the same strength as your natural teeth and restoring full functionality to your smile. With a 98% success rate, dental implants are simply the best tooth replacement method available.
Dental implants are permanent. When an implant is inserted into your jawbone, your body accepts it as a new tooth. This process, called osseointegration,allows your implant to become a permanent part of your smile. With proper care, most dental implants can last for decades; in fact, some people never have to replace their implants.
The process of oseointegration can take up to six months to complete. During this time, your jawbone will beforming around the implant to ensure a permanent hold. Although this process may seem long, it is well worth the end result when you consider the wealth of lifetime benefits offered by dental implants.
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newest oldest highest lowestKelly Carroll
3 years ago
Dr. Gross, Melissa and everyone on staff are honest, intelligent and compassionate. They're the practice you didn't know you needed. They communicate to make sure that patients have a realistic understanding of treatment options, they're respectful of everyone and their questions, they make sure that possible limitations are understood, and most importantly they care. Many other dentists will draw patients into unnecessary procedures and promise the world. You won't find that here. What you'll find with Dr. Gross, Melissa and their team is World-Class Dentistry you can Trust.
Jeanine Clark
3 years ago
Going to dentist is not so bad when you have a dentist like Dr. Gross and his staff! They are awesome! They take care of my entire family.
Brandon Hadley
3 years ago
I recently moved to Hilton Head Island and needed to find a new dentist... I was a little bit nervous at first because I had some horrible experiences with other dentists in the past. Dr. Gross ended up providing me with a phenomenal experience. He answered every question I had and has been very accommodating and easy to work with. Unlike other places I've been, I've always felt welcome at his office by Dr. Gross and his team. And I have to say, the results of my treatment have been fantastic so far - I finally feel like I can smile without being embarrassed again! If you need a dentist, I wouldn't hesitate to call Dr. Gross - He's awesome!
Miss Meme
3 years ago
He is probably one of the best dentists I have ever been too!!!!
Ethan Hussong
4 years ago
Doctor Gross and his staff of hygienists provided me with an experience unlike any other
Miss Meme
4 years ago
He is probably one of the best dentists I have ever been too!!!!
Brandon Hadley
4 years ago
I recently moved to Hilton Head Island and needed to find a new dentist... I was a little bit nervous at first because I had some horrible experiences with other dentists in the past. Dr. Gross ended up providing me with a phenomenal experience. He answered every question I had and has been very accommodating and easy to work with. Unlike other places I've been, I've always felt welcome at his office by Dr. Gross and his team. And I have to say, the results of my treatment have been fantastic so far - I finally feel like I can smile without being embarrassed again! If you need a dentist, I wouldn't hesitate to call Dr. Gross - He's awesome!
Jeanine Clark
4 years ago
Going to dentist is not so bad when you have a dentist like Dr. Gross and his staff! They are awesome! They take care of my entire family.
Kelly Carroll
4 years ago
Dr. Gross, Melissa and everyone on staff are honest, intelligent and compassionate. They're the practice you didn't know you needed. They communicate to make sure that patients have a realistic understanding of treatment options, they're respectful of everyone and their questions, they make sure that possible limitations are understood, and most importantly they care. Many other dentists will draw patients into unnecessary procedures and promise the world. You won't find that here. What you'll find with Dr. Gross, Melissa and their team is World-Class Dentistry you can Trust.
Ethan Hussong
4 years ago
Doctor Gross and his staff of hygienists provided me with an experience unlike any other
Debbie Horwitz
4 years ago
While visiting Hilton Head my daughter had an issue with her braces. Dr. Gross was so nice and fit us right in. Thank you for your help!!
Debbie Horwitz
5 years ago
While visiting Hilton Head my daughter had an issue with her braces. Dr. Gross was so nice and fit us right in. Thank you for your help!!
Kristen Haffke
5 years ago
Dr. Gross and his staff are amazing!!! They are patient, kind and comprehensive and go above and beyond to provide excellent dental care. I drive over an hour to get to Dr. Gross because it's worth it to me and I would give them 100 gold stars if I could! Highly recommend!!!
Erin Pennington
5 years ago
Wonderful, highly experienced and attentive. Dr. Gross treats you as an individual and prioritizes your needs with his expertise.
Kristen Haffke
6 years ago
Dr. Gross and his staff are amazing!!! They are patient, kind and comprehensive and go above and beyond to provide excellent dental care. I drive over an hour to get to Dr. Gross because it's worth it to me and I would give them 100 gold stars if I could! Highly recommend!!!
Erin Pennington
6 years ago
Wonderful, highly experienced and attentive. Dr. Gross treats you as an individual and prioritizes your needs with his expertise.
Kevin Winters
6 years ago
I am a dentist from Tulsa Oklahoma. I have had the fortune to teach an lecture to dentists from across the nation for almost 20 years now. As a result I have met many, many good and some not so good dentists. I know the best of the best. Recently I decided to have some very difficult work done in my own mouth. The first part of it would need to involve a very specialized way of doing braces. It is so specialized that the majority of orthodontists will tell you IT CAN'T BE DONE. I knew better though as Dr Tim Gross does it ALL THE TIME. So, my decision was easy. I am flying from Tulsa and have started physiological orthodontics with Dr Gross. My experience was tremendous. Dr Gross's knowledge of the subject is second to none and his team members are lovely and made my visit tremendous. I look forward to my treatment and could not give Dr Gross a better review. If you are considering braces for yourself or your kids, don't go with the typical orthodontist who is seeing multiple patients at a time and having his assistants do most of the work. Dr Gross offers an approach that is customized just for your needs, not a cookie cutter approach. You will not be sorry.
Kevin Winters
7 years ago
I am a dentist from Tulsa Oklahoma. I have had the fortune to teach an lecture to dentists from across the nation for almost 20 years now. As a result I have met many, many good and some not so good dentists. I know the best of the best. Recently I decided to have some very difficult work done in my own mouth. The first part of it would need to involve a very specialized way of doing braces. It is so specialized that the majority of orthodontists will tell you IT CAN'T BE DONE. I knew better though as Dr Tim Gross does it ALL THE TIME. So, my decision was easy. I am flying from Tulsa and have started physiological orthodontics with Dr Gross. My experience was tremendous. Dr Gross's knowledge of the subject is second to none and his team members are lovely and made my visit tremendous. I look forward to my treatment and could not give Dr Gross a better review. If you are considering braces for yourself or your kids, don't go with the typical orthodontist who is seeing multiple patients at a time and having his assistants do most of the work. Dr Gross offers an approach that is customized just for your needs, not a cookie cutter approach. You will not be sorry.
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