Kevin S. Bone D.D.S. is a Saginaw based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more.
We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Bone and our staff invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 989-272-4253 and experience why our patients think Kevin S. Bone D.D.S. is the best dentist in Saginaw.
Dr. Kevin S. Bone was born and raised in Ishpeming, Michigan, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Northern Michigan University in 1983. He continued his education at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, graduating with honors in 1987.
Dr. Bone has served as a delegate of the MDA. He has also served as a president, vice president, and secretary of the Saginaw County Dental Association. He also has more than 190 hours of continuing education. He attends numerous continuing education classes at the Pride Institute, Schuster Center, Cliff Fox Prosthedontics, and has completed the entire continuing curriculum at the prestigious Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida.
He and his wife, Bessie, reside in Saginaw Township with their two children, Jacob and Karissa. Dr. Bone is an avid tennis player and loves golf, music and art. He also donates his time to Friends of the Library in Saginaw Township.
Dr. Julian Acosta was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan. Dr. Acosta started his dental education with an accelerated dental program with University of Detroit Mercy. This rigorous program combined undergrad and dental school into one single higher education experience to receive degrees in Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery in only 7 years. During his time in Detroit, Dr. Acosta co-founded a free clinic to provide comprehensive dental treatment for the underserved population of Southwest Detroit. Now, he looks forward to providing high quality care to his hometown community.
Dentistry has become a passion for Dr. Acosta. “Dentistry has brought me many amazing friends, colleagues, and of course great patients,” said Dr. Acosta when asked about his passion. He constantly improves upon his expertise by attending continuing education courses and keeping up with ever changing research. Dr. Acosta is also a member of the American Dental Association and Michigan Dental Association, which keeps him up to date with the changing landscape of Dentistry.
Dr. Acosta’s life outside of Dentistry centers around family. You may find him at many major sporting events cheering on his favorite teams, such as the Detroit Lions. He also enjoys attending live concerts. Other interests include: snowboarding, skiing, reading, gaming, and pick-up sports.
Dr. John Robertson grew up in the Metro Detroit area in the city of Novi, Michigan. His undergraduate education was completed at Michigan State University where he studied within the Lyman Briggs Residential Science College. Next came dental school at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Robertson’s interest in dentistry begins with a long line of engineers in his family, however a fascination with the healthcare sciences revealed the practice of dentistry to be a perfect blend of those interests. Dr. Robertson’s philosophy starts with patient education and collaboration. The goal is not to simply fix a problem, but to understand how it happened to prepare our future strategies for lasting oral health and prevention.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Robertson enjoys all the outdoor activities Michigan’s four beautiful seasons have to offer. He is an avid cook who appreciates learning about other cultures through preparing and enjoying their cuisine. Music is another important portion of his free time, learning instruments and attending concerts with friends & family.
Katie graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at Delta College. She worked as a dental hygienist for 15 years before joining Dr. Bone’s team in 2020.
When asked what she likes best about her occupation, Katie states she loves to meet patients and help them achieve a healthy smile. She also says, “I feel very fortunate to be working at Dr. Bone’s office and it is very rewarding to work with such a great team committed to giving excellent care."
Debbie graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at Delta College and has worked for Dr. Bone since 1995. She loves taking care of people. “I chose to work in dental care so I could help patients obtain and keep their oral health,” Debbie says. Working at one office for so long has allowed her to form lasting relationships with patients. “We stay very current on the latest in dentistry. I know everyone here does the best possible work for each and every patient.”
Patti, who graduated from Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek, worked as a Registered Dental Hygienist for 16 years before joining our team in 1997. She is qualified to administer local anesthetic and has current CPR, OSHA and HIPAA training.
“I love working with people and helping them to set healthy goals,” Patti says. She appreciates the efforts this practice makes to stay up to date. “I love working with all my co-workers. It’s a very caring staff that genuinely cares about people and staying current in their professions. Dr. Bone is very easy to work with.”
Patti’s favorite oral health care tip is to use a high-quality electric toothbrush. “It really makes a difference in overall and dental health.”
When Jennifer joined our team in 2019, she brought 21 years experience in the dental field. She also worked as a Pharmacy Technician and a Certified Nurse Aide. She chose the dental profession because she finds it rewarding to help others transform their smiles. “The best part of my job is meeting patients, easing their anxieties, and building their trust. It’s a true joy caring for others,” Jennifer says. “The best part of being a part of this office is serving the patients in the community, the quality of dentistry delivered, and the team-oriented approach to dentistry with the highest quality of care.”
Jennifer’s favorite oral health tip is to invest in a musical-timer toothbrush for the kids. It makes brushing fun and encourages them to learn good oral hygiene.
Our Patient Advocate since 2018, Lauren also holds her Dental Assistant Certification. Prior to joining our team, she worked in several different offices as a Dental Assistant and receptionist. She loves working as part of our team. “The best part of my job is the joy we bring to our patients. It shows in their smiles. We truly are a family and care about all of our team members,” Lauren says.
Pam has worked in the dental profession since 1995. She started with Dr. Bone’s office as the Front Desk Advocate in 2007. Over the years, she has worked in finance, scheduling, and now is the office manager. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Business from Delta College and has participated in numerous continuing education classes.
Pam loves forming friendships with her patients and gaining their trust. “I enjoy working at Dr. Bone’s office because of our standards and the quality care our staff strives to give patients. It’s the type of care I want my family to have,” Pam says.
Pam lives on a farm in Reese with husband, Wayne. They have two grown children. When she is not busy working in our office, she enjoys working in her vegetable garden, yard work, yoga, walking, group Bible studies, and church activities.
Pam’s favorite oral health care tip is to floss first and brush second. That way, she never forgets to floss or decides to skip that step.
Sarah graduated from the Mott Community College Dental Assisting program. She was awarded the Max Hart Dental Academic Excellence Award from Mott and was appointed to the college’s Dental Advisory Board to guide curriculum. She is also a committee member for the Michigan Dental Assistants Association and Vice President of the Genesee District Dental Assistants Society.
She joined Dr. Bone in August 2016. She works with patients, but also orders all dental supplies and meets with sales representatives. She works with Dr. Bone’s Invisalign® patients. When not in this office, she works with a specialist in periodontics and dental implants. That experience helps her patients in this office.
“I chose dentistry because I understand how frightening it can be. I had a bad experience as a child, as so many people do. I want to show my patients that the dental chair doesn’t have to be a scary or painful place,” Sarah says. “Believe it or not, patients who are anxious or apprehensive are my favorite. I make it my goal every day to change their negative perspective of the dental office.”
Sarah’s favorite oral health care tip is classic: Never go to bed without brushing and flossing. She even suggests keeping floss in your bedside table so there are no excuses.
Bonnie graduated from Delta College with her associate degree in Applied Science and holds both her RDA and CDA license. She has held various roles in previous dental offices before joining our dental team as our Dental Service Coordinator. She is very happy to be a part of Dr. Bone's dental team. The patient comes first and foremost in everyone's mind here.
Stephanee has over 25 years of experience in the dental field. She is originally from Palm Springs, CA. She started working in dental in the front office before going back to school at Pima Medical Institute to earn her dental assisting certification.
Stephanee is always willing to learn new techniques and has experience in multiple specialties in dental such as endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and ortho. Outside of the office, she loves to garden, bake and play video games with her three boys.