Welcome

Welcome to "The Lodge"! Our staff is committed to providing patients with the highest quality and most progressive dentistry available today with comfort and care being our primary concern. We offer treatment in all phases of general dentistry.

We hope you find our "Lodge" relaxing, soothing and comfortable. Upon entering our reception area you will be greeted by a five-foot black bear, large stone fireplace, gentle waterfall, and a friendly and caring staff.

Panther Hollow Dental Lodge is our rendition of the old lodges of the National Parks. Each of our thirteen treatment rooms is decorated to reflect a specific National Park (Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, etc.). The rustic atmosphere is enhanced with park memorabilia and amazing wildlife photographs.

 

 

Panther Hollow Dental Lodge

19240 Quesada Avenue

Port Charlotte, FL 33948

Telephone:  941.743.7435

Fax:  941.743.7429

Email:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Hours:  Monday-Thursday 800-5:00

             Friday 8:00-4:00

 

 

 

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News & Events

Teeth Whitening

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Try our limited time discounted fee for teeth whitening! Our fee has been reduced from $400 to $195 for custom trays and a bleaching kit for established patients. Call our office today to make an appointment. (941) 743-7435

Congratulations Dr. Watters!

Carol and Jack Watters are excited to announce the birth of twin grandsons. Their daughter Heather gave birth on January 6th, 2011 to:

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John Watters Thomas - 7 pounds 3 ounces, 20 inches long

Nathan Kuhnert Thomas - 6 pounds 12 ounces, 21 1/2 inches long

Thankfully, mother and both babies are healthy and doing well!

Best of Charlotte 2009-2011

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For the third year in a row Dr. Joe Bender was recognized in the Charlotte Sun Newspaper's "Best of the Best" in Charlotte County readers' poll.

Follow the link below to see more information and photos of this event.

Best of Charlotte Banquet

Dr. Bender's Biography

Periodontal Disease

As seen in "Feeling Fit" magazine, an article by one of our hygienists, Barbara Nelson, discusses periodontal disease's symptoms, treatment, and the effects it has to our overall general health. Follow the link below to read the full article.

Periodontal Disease

 

Welcome Dr. Gelder

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It is with great honor, pleasure, and pride that we announce the addition of Dr. Richard Gelder to our staff. Dr. Gelder originally established his dental office in Englewood, Florida in 1978 and has practiced dentistry for 32 years prior to joining the Panther Hollow Dental Lodge staff. He continues to provide all general dental services including endodontic therapy, oral diagnosis, and limited oral surgery. We are excited to have his expertise and years of experience as a part of our dental team.

Dr. Gelder’s Biography