Our phones are back up and running! We are sorry for any inconvenience that it may have caused.
We are sorry for the inconvenience but are experiencing intermittent telephone issues. We are working to resolve them with the carrier. If you call and can't get through please email us at westnedgefamilydentistry.com
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WFD will be closed this Friday and Monday. As always our emergency information will be on our answering machine. We hope you have a safe Labor Day weekend!
Happy 4th from the WFD family to yours!
When you start your day off with a patient jumping up and down excited to see her favorite hygienist Ms Caitlin!!
Our office will be closed for a Thanksgivings break starting at 11 am on Wednesday. As always if you have an emergency please call our office and the numbers to reach Dr. Mason and Dr. Jungblut are on the answering machine. All non emergency messages left on the machine will be returned Monday morning.
When flossing with braces, it is important to do so carefully to help ensure that the floss does not get caught on the braces themselves and that you are properly removing any food that was in between your teeth and the braces.
You might already be aware of the fact that tooth enamel is the hardest substance existing in the human body. But do you know that although it is harder than steel, it can break more easily?
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MDHHS issued a new emergency order that enacts a three-week pause starting Wednesday November18.The latest information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus and CDC.gov/Coronavirus.
The WFD team will continue to provide amazing service to our patients! If you have any questions or concerns please call the office and ask for Dawn. She would be glad to explain all of the safety measures that have been put in place from pre screening until you walk back out our doors!
A root canal is a procedure that removes an infection from inside your tooth. This infection can cause inflammation and immense pain. If left untreated, dental infections may even result in tooth loss.
Our friends at KO caught Dr Mason coming in this morning and gave him some yummy goodies! Thank you Dr Bowman and team!
Did you know that heat sensitivity can be a sign of a nerve problem in your tooth? While sensitivity to cold may be normal, please schedule an appointment with us if you start having trouble eating or drinking hot foods.
If you have dental anxiety, you are not alone. Over the years, researchers have found that this is a fairly common condition with one out of every twenty people experiencing some level of anxiety.
How does a dentist help protect you from other diseases? It's a variation on the theme of "you are what you eat." Everything you swallow goes into your body. By examining your teeth and gums, dentists are clued into the bacteria that you are sending into your system.
One way you can help your children develop good oral hygiene habits is to let them know you are going to brush your teeth and then have them watch. Kids want to be just like mom and dad and they will be asking if they can join in once they see you brushing.
Electric toothbrushes can be a great alternative to manual toothbrushes, especially when they come with two-minute timers that make sure you brush long enough. Before buying an expensive model, check with your dentist to see which style he or she recommends.
Laser dentistry offers the patient many benefits, including faster healing time and less pain than other treatments. Laser dentistry has been shown to be a proven treatment for many oral procedures: everything from plaque removal and teeth cleaning to periodontal therapy and even gum recontouring.
