Frequently Asked Questions

Appointments
How do I schedule an appointment?
For your convenience, we offer the following methods to schedule your appointments:
• Online scheduling: To request appointment availability, please click here to fill out the form. Our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
• Call our office.
• Email us with your preferred date or day of the week and time range, and our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
• Online scheduling: To request appointment availability, please click here to fill out the form. Our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
• Call our office.
• Email us with your preferred date or day of the week and time range, and our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
How often should I schedule regular check-ups?
The American Dental Association recommends twice-yearly exams and cleanings. Some people may need more frequent check-ups based on their dental needs. After your first exam, we’ll be able to determine the best frequency for your dental health.
What do I need to bring to my first appointment?
• Completed new patient forms which will be emailed to you
• Insurance card/information
• List of current medications and medical conditions
• X-rays taken in the last 6 months (if available)
• Insurance card/information
• List of current medications and medical conditions
• X-rays taken in the last 6 months (if available)
What if I need to reschedule?
Please call our office at least 24 hours in advance of your appointment. We’ll work with you to help you find another date that fits your schedule.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you find that you must change your appointment, we require a minimum of 24 business hours notice in most cases so that we may make every effort to accommodate all of our patients. Cancellation notices will only be accepted via telephone. We will not accept cancellation notices via text message. If proper notice is not received, a fee of $50 may be charged for every appointment canceled.
If you’re aware you’re going to be late for your appointment, please call the office as soon as possible so we can try to accommodate all our patients, including you. Patients who arrive for their appointments more than 15 minutes late will have to be rescheduled. If you need to be rescheduled, you may be charged a fee of $50 for your original appointment.
If you’re aware you’re going to be late for your appointment, please call the office as soon as possible so we can try to accommodate all our patients, including you. Patients who arrive for their appointments more than 15 minutes late will have to be rescheduled. If you need to be rescheduled, you may be charged a fee of $50 for your original appointment.
What if I need emergency dental care?
If you have pain or an emergency situation, every attempt will be made to see you within 24 hours.

TREATMENTS
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PAYMENTS
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New Patient Specials
- $150 -
New Patient Exam, X-rays
New patients only. The cost of a New Patient Appointment will be $150. Not applicable if Deep Cleaning is necessary but a $150 credit will be applied. Cannot be combined with any other offer or insurance. Limited time offer. Call +1 (248) 557-8120 for details .
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About Us
Fortson Dentistry in Lathrup Village, MI, offers top-quality dental care for patients of all ages.
Office Hours
Monday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MON
8AM – 5PM
TUE
8AM – 5PM
WED
8AM - 6PM
THU
8AM - 3PM
FRI
8AM – 3PM
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