After completing dental school, he and his family moved to Polson, Mt. where he started working for Tribal Health. Dr. Bird remained there for two years until he became an associate with Dr. Tim Bagnell in Ronan, Mt. In June of 2015 Dr. Bird began his own practice, Bird Family Dentistry in Polson. He and his wife, Melea have four children, three girls and one boy. When he is not in the office, he enjoys spending time road and mountain biking, skiing and participating in triathlons. Dr. Bird enjoys all aspects of dentistry, specifically working with children and adults of all ages who want to create a new smile. Dr. Bird also has privileges at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Polson where he can perform dental surgeries, which will help his patients from traveling to receive complete dental care. DENTAL HYGIENIST
Cari Brown
Cari graduated in 2005 from Idaho State University with her Bachelors of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Cari was born and raised here in Polson. She is married to Cody, and they have two awesome energetic boys, Cashton and Colton. Cari loves to ski, fish and do anything outdoors with her family. Cari has 10 years of experience as a Dental Hygienist
DENTAL ASSISTANTS
Melissa Owen joined our practice in July of 2015 as a Dental Assistant. She, her husband, and their two girls moved to Polson three months ago. Her husband Matt works as a teacher and a wrestling coach for Polson High School. Melissa enjoys hiking, and spending time with her family outdoors and loves living in the Mission Valley. Staci joined our office in January of 2016. Staci was born and raised in the Mission valley. She lives in Ronan with her daughter Lamyah, who is three years old. Staci enjoys spending time with her daughter and her family. When Staci is not in the office she enjoys any outdoor activities, hiking, and fishing. OFFICE MANAGER
Liana Zimmerman is our Office Manager. She and her husband Bryan live on Finley Point and have two children, Whitney and Layne. She began working for Bird Family Dentistry in August of 2015. She has previous experience working for Polson Physical Therapy and Mission Valley Physical Therapy. Liana enjoys spending time with her family outdoors and walking her three dogs. INSURANCE VERIFICATION CLERK
Roslyn is our Patient Accounts and Insurance Verification Clerk. She will be happy to check your insurance for dental coverage, as well as any copay’s and deductibles. Roslyn has been in the area for 22 years, and spent 10 years in Alaska. Roslyn began working at the dental office in June of 2014. She enjoys spending time at home with her husband and son. RECEPTIONIST
Chere’ Tolley will be the first smiling face you will see when you enter our office! Chere’ and her husband Dave have four children, Elise, Ethan, Elizabeth, and Evan. She enjoys traveling, warm weather, reading and hiking. Chere’ joined our office in October of 2016, and is excited to get to know each one of our patients!
