Aspen Dental Opens in Willis With Comprehensive Care, Emergency Appointments and App-Based Scheduling

The new office on Interstate 45 is led by Dr. Anthony Spates, who completed a fellowship in oral and maxillofacial surgery focused on implants and extractions

WILLIS, Texas, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Patients in Willis, Panorama Village, northern Conroe and the Lake Conroe area can now get comprehensive dental care at a new Aspen Dental® office at 12250 Interstate 45 N. The practice offers exams and cleanings, fillings, root canals, extractions, wisdom tooth removal, dental implants, dentures, crowns and bridges, along with same-day emergency appointments for patients with a toothache or a broken tooth, subject to availability. Patients receive a written cost estimate before treatment begins, and third-party financing is available for larger treatment plans.

The office is independently owned and operated by Anthony Spates, DMD, who also owns and operates Aspen Dental practices in Conroe and Houston. Dr. Spates completed a yearlong fellowship in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where he focused on implants and extractions, training that supports the office's tooth replacement options, including dental implants, dentures, crowns and bridges. Amy John, DDS, a graduate of the University of Texas School of Dentistry, serves as managing clinical director.

"Opening in Willis feels like a natural next step for our team, and we are looking forward to meeting our new neighbors," said Dr. Spates. "We want this to be the office people think of first, whether they need a cleaning, help with a sudden toothache or a plan for replacing missing teeth."

Willis grew about 19 percent between April 2020 and July 2025, from 6,408 residents to 7,652, according to the ⁠U.S. Census Bureau. For households settling into the area, the new office puts routine and urgent dental care closer to home. Patients can also book appointments from their phones through the ⁠Aspen Dental mobile app, making it easier to schedule dental care while juggling work, family and other daily responsibilities.

"Patients are better served when the care they need is available in one familiar place, from a routine exam to replacing missing teeth," said Dr. Arwinder Judge, chief clinical officer at Aspen Dental. "With Dr. Spates leading the practice and Dr. John as managing clinical director, the Willis team can help patients plan treatment that fits their needs and their schedules."

"Opening a new office is a milestone for any practice owner, and we are glad to celebrate it with Dr. Spates and Dr. John," said Lori D'Anna, president, field operations at Aspen Dental. "More patients in Montgomery County now have a dental office nearby, whether they need a checkup or an urgent visit."

Office Hours and Scheduling

The Willis office is now accepting new patients at 12250 Interstate 45 N., Willis, TX 77378. Office hours are:

• Monday – Wednesday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Thursday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Friday - Saturday: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

To schedule an appointment, patients can use the Aspen Dental mobile app, visit aspendental.com, call (936) 666-7614 or walk in.

About Aspen Dental

Aspen Dental, part of The Aspen Group (TAG), is committed to breaking down barriers to oral healthcare and helping patients put themselves first, starting with a healthy mouth. With nearly 1,100 Aspen Dental-branded offices across the United States, Aspen Dental practices offer comprehensive care and are supported by dedicated teams focused on making dental care more accessible and affordable. Through initiatives such as the Healthy Mouth Movement and Day of Service, Aspen Dental and its network continue to expand access to care for those who need it most. Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Aspen Dental Management, Inc. provides business support services to these practices. For more information, visit aspendental.com, and follow Aspen Dental on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

SOURCE Aspen Dental