Meet Our Doctors

Meet Dr. Montz

Dr. Montz Dr. David Montz grew up in Friendswood, Texas. After graduating from Friendswood High School in 1987, he attended Texas A&M University in College Station, TX where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science in 1990. He then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Dental Branch (UTHSC) where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1996.

In 1997 he completed a one year residency program at UTHSC and received a post graduate Certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry. This residency program allowed Dr. Montz to be among a select group of general dentists with formal training experience in more comprehensive and cosmetic dentistry.

While Dr. Montz was always interested in the field of medicine, he was drawn to dentistry because of its combination of science and artistry. Dr. Montz is dedicated to providing his patients with the best care that dentistry has to offer. His dedication to pursuing the latest developments and technology in dentistry has earned him a Fellowship at the Academy of General Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry and the Greater Houston Dental Society.

Dr. Montz’s commitment to excellence has earned him praise. Both H Magazine and Texas Monthly have named him as one of the top doctors in the Houston area. He has been selected and serves as a dentist evaluator for Clinical Research Associates, a non-profit organization that researches, evaluates and reports on dental materials, devices and concepts.

Dr. Montz volunteers his time with activities that involve his four children, mostly in youth sports, serving as a volunteer coach for soccer, baseball and basketball and as a board member of the local youth soccer club. Other than dentistry, soccer is his true passion. He also dedicates time to city, school, and church committees and other charitable organizations in the Houston area. Outside of his practice, he enjoys spending time with his family, as well as exercising and traveling.

Dr. Montz and his wife, Kim, have four children: Joshua, Hannah, Samantha and Zachary.

Meet Dr. Varesic

Dr. Varesic Dr. Andréa Varesic was born in Croatia and has spent most of her life in the Houston area. After graduating from Naperville North High School in 1986, she attended the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in biology. While in college, she was on the Dean’s list and a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorrority. She and Dr. Montz became friends during college, when they worked together at a summer job in Friendswood.

Dr. Varesic graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Dental Branch (UTHSC) with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1994. While in dental school, Dr. Varesic tutored students in basic and dental sciences. She was honored as a freshman by Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society (OKU) and initiated into the society in her senior year for having maintained her academic top 10% status. The Academy of Operative Dentistry also awarded her their outstanding student award. In 1997 Dr. Varesic completed her three year residency in Periodontics receiving a specialty certificate and a Masters of Science degree from UTHSC. Her research was in molecular biology in association with MD Anderson Hospital. Currently she is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.

Dr. Varesic has worked with Dr. Montz providing specialty periodontal care to his patients since he began his practice in Pearland. Dr. Varesic and her husband, Richard reside in Clear Lake with their two sons, Cooper and Bodie. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling and playing on the beach in Galveston, where they have a beach house.

Meet Dr. Palmer

Dr. Varesic Dr. Palmer received his undergraduate degree in 2004 from St. Edwards University in Austin, TX where he was awarded the Who’s Who Among College Students award. He moved on to earn his doctorate from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2010. Dr. Palmer also received an award for his research manuscript at the Annual Texas Academy of Science meeting in 2003.

Dr. Palmer is a trained specialist in Invisalign as well as other restorative and cosmetic procedures. He is also a skilled aesthetic and family dentist.

As a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, and the Greater Houston Dental Society, Dr. Palmer keeps himself informed on the growing field of dentistry. He also likes to remain involved with his community by donating to Give Kids a Smile, Texas Children’s Hospital, St. Edwards Natural Science Center and Tuft’s Dental School.

In their free time, Dr. Palmer and his wife, Kathryn, like to go bike-riding, and play guitar and golf.

Dr. Palmer’s passion is maintaining dentistry as an honorable profession. He loves meeting new patients and working with children. Dr. Palmer wants to bring happiness to every patient that walks through the door by helping them meet their dental goals.