We believe that when our patients have great smiles, theyre more confident, self-assured, and comfortable. Since each one of our patients has different goals, we customize our treatment plans to fit your unique needs.

Our caring, compassionate staff members are thoroughly trained in the latest orthodontic techniques, and they will carefully observe all sterilization regulations for your complete safety and comfort.

Dr. Michael Hilgers was born in Denver, Colorado and graduated from Green Mountain High School in Lakewood, Colorado. He was an all-state athlete in high school and looked forward to playing soccer on a scholarship in college until he injured his knee. Dr. Hilgers then became interested in athletic training during his rehabilitation and attended the University of Colorado in Boulder on an athletic training scholarship. He was an athletic trainer for five years with the National Champion University of Colorado Buffaloes football program. After graduation from the University of Colorado, Dr. Hilgers interned as an athletic trainer for the Denver Broncos & Colorado Avalanche and was later hired on as the athletic trainer for the Colorado Rapids.

After several years as an athletic trainer, Dr. Hilgers decided to follow in his familys footsteps and become an orthodontist. Dr. Hilgers has a long family history in orthodontics with many of the orthodontic appliances patented by his family and displayed at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. Dr. Hilgers received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, where he graduated in the top of his class. He then did a one year residency and one year fellowship at Yale University in Connecticut. Dr. Hilgers was then accepted at the University of Louisville Orthodontic Department, where he received his Master of Science (MS) and orthodontic specialty certificate. Dr. Hilgers has published numerous articles in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, of which two of his articles were featured on the cover. Dr. Hilgers obtained his Board Certification in 2005 and is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Hilgers loves that he develops long-term relationships with his patients, and although our job is not always easy, helping people feel better about themselves and their smiles makes it all worthwhile.

Our team is passionate about excellence and compassion in all aspects of our profession. Together, we pledge to build a solid caring relationship with our patients and their families to achieve a healthy, lasting smile. We are very proud of the services we provide and when you or your child have completed orthodontic treatment with us we hope that you will be wholeheartedly recommending your friends and families to our office. Put simply, our goal is to exceed your expectations of an orthodontic office!

We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home. With a combined total of over 100 years of orthodontic and dental experience, our office team is trained and skilled. Providing energetic and fun-loving but always professional service to each patient, our team members all share a strong commitment to continually deliver the very best orthodontic care!

As a treatment coordinator, I get to see our new patients at their first visit and I love getting them excited about our office. I also love coming to work for such an incredible doctor and loving, friendly staff. We have a great team! I enjoy working with people and the relationships we build with our patients during their treatment. It is also very rewarding watching the joy and confidence in our patients as their smiles are transformed. My husband, Tim, and I have been married for 26 years. We have two children, Tyler and Tanner,and a new granddaughter (I love being her Mimi!). I enjoy spending time with my family, whether we are hiking, fishing, camping, or just hanging out. I also love shopping with my mom and watching a good movie.

I take care of the financial aspects of our patients orthodontic treatment. Seeing the difference that orthodontics makes in a persons life is the best part of working here. They finish with more that just a great smile, but improved confidence and self-esteem as well. I am originally from Wisconsin and live here with my husband, Justin, and our dog Sadie. I love to travel, especially to the ocean. I also enjoy bike riding, playing cards, hiking, and spending time with my family.

As our scheduling coordinator, I make sure our office runs on time for the convenience of our patients. Working with Dr. Hilgers and the rest of our great staff is really a lot of fun, but the highlight of my day is seeing how everyone can have a healthy, beautiful smile through orthodontics. My husband, Robert, and I have two children, Ryan and Robert Jr.,and a shih tzu puppy name Roxy Pearl. I enjoy spending time with my family and shopping. I also volunteer with the Domestic Violence Shelter and help raise money for women and children.

Welcome to Hilgers Orthodontics in Goodyear, Arizona, where every day is a party! You and your family will always feel appreciated in our practice, where customer satisfaction and great smiles are our highest priorities! Dr. Michael J. Hilgers and his experienced staff provide quality orthodontic treatments resulting in beautiful, healthy smiles.