Dear Friends,
It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from dentistry, effective September 30, 2024. Since I established my dental practice in the Nederland/Port Neches area in 1990, it has been an honor to provide your dental care. Along the way, I was fortunate enough to establish personal relationships with many of you, which has been just as fulfilling as caring for your dental needs. Your trust, kindness, and friendship have truly meant a lot to me. After 38 years of dentistry, four of those in the Air Force, it is now time for me to start another chapter in my life. Babette and I will continue living in Nederland and stay active in the community. I am looking forward to spending more time with my children and grandchildren. I am sure I will find a little time to go fishing and hunting, with an occasional game of golf as well.
Dr. Hefner, who has been my partner for the last 31 years, and Dr. Ashley Farrar, who has been our associate for over 17 years, will continue to provide you with the excellence in dentistry and personalized care that you expect from Coastal Dental Care. We continue the search for an associate with our same shared values to join Coastal Dental Care in the very near future.
Our outstanding staff of clinical assistants, dental hygienists, and business office personnel will continue to serve your needs, so you will still see the same familiar faces in our office. As I step away from dentistry, it is comforting to know that you will still be provided with the excellent dentistry, kindness, and compassion that you deserve.
Thank you again for the privilege of serving as your dentist. I wish each of you the very best of health and happiness in the future.
With sincere gratitude,
Chad Ford DDS