Family Dentistry in Woodhaven, MI

A Dental Home for Your Whole Family

We picture a world where your whole family looks forward to going to the dentist.

That’s a high bar. We know. But it’s what we aim for every day at Brownstown Dental Care on Allen Road in Woodhaven. Family dentistry, done right, means more than just treating patients of different ages under one roof. It means the kids aren’t scared. It means the adults aren’t dreading the appointment they’ve been putting off. It means grandparents get the same attentive care as the youngest patient in the waiting room.

We see patients from infancy through retirement, and we’ve spent more than a decade building lasting relationships with families across Woodhaven, Brownstown Township, Trenton, Flat Rock, and throughout the Downriver community. When you find a practice that works for everyone in your family, you stop shopping for dentists. That’s what we’re trying to be for you.

Dental Care at Every Age and Stage

One of the real advantages of a family dental practice is that a single trusted team can follow your family’s oral health from the first baby tooth through adulthood and into the later years of life. Each stage brings different priorities, and we’re ready for all of them.

Children and Teens

We recommend a child’s first dental visit by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth appearing — whichever comes first. Early visits accomplish two things: they give us a baseline picture of your child’s developing oral health, and they help establish dentistry as something normal and not scary. From that first visit through braces decisions and wisdom tooth evaluations in the teen years, we’re with your child every step of the way. Our team is experienced with young patients and focuses on making every appointment calm and positive.

Adults

Adulthood brings its own dental challenges: stress-related grinding, cosmetic concerns, gum disease that develops quietly over years, fillings from childhood that eventually need replacement. Our adult patients get thorough twice-yearly exams and cleanings, digital X-rays, and honest recommendations about what needs attention now versus what can be monitored. We also offer a full range of restorative and cosmetic services in-house, so most treatment can happen without a referral to another practice.

Seniors

Older adults face distinct oral health challenges, including dry mouth from medications, increased decay risk, gum recession, and the potential need for tooth replacement solutions. Our team is experienced with the full spectrum of restorative care, including dentures, dental implants, and full-arch restoration for patients who need to replace missing teeth. We take the time to explain options clearly and work within each patient’s health context and budget.

What Our Family Dentistry Services Include

As a full-service family practice, Brownstown Dental Care covers the complete range of routine and restorative dental needs across all ages. Here’s what you can expect to find under one roof:

Preventive Care for the Whole Family

Regular cleanings and exams are the foundation of long-term oral health for patients of every age. We perform comprehensive exams, professional cleanings, digital X-rays, oral cancer screenings, and personalized hygiene coaching at every visit. We also offer sealants for children, which are a thin protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent cavities in the grooves that are hardest to brush clean.

Restorative Dentistry When You Need It

When problems arise, we handle them. Tooth-colored fillings for cavities. Crowns for significantly damaged or broken teeth. Treatment for gum disease before it advances. Emergency care for unexpected toothaches, broken teeth, and dental injuries. Extractions when necessary. The goal is always to preserve as much healthy tooth structure as possible while restoring full function and comfort.

Children’s Dental Care

Our pediatric dental services are designed with young patients in mind — gentle, patient, and focused on building a positive relationship with dentistry from the earliest age. For a closer look at how we approach care for children, visit our Children’s Dental Care page.

Cosmetic and Smile Enhancement

Family dentistry and cosmetic dentistry aren’t separate worlds. Many of our family patients are also interested in whitening, veneers, or Invisalign to improve the look of their smile. These services are available in-house, so your family doesn’t have to visit a separate cosmetic practice to address aesthetic concerns.

Advanced Restorative Options

For family members who have lost teeth or are facing tooth loss, we offer a full range of replacement options — from traditional dentures to dental implants and full-arch restoration, including ESTEEM® Dental Implants. Dr. Ben Hanson, co-founder and co-owner of ESTEEM® Dental Implants, performs these procedures in-house, which means your family doesn’t need to be referred to a specialist when comprehensive restorative care is needed.

Why Downriver Families Choose Brownstown Dental Care

Dr. Ben Hanson was born in Detroit and has spent his entire career in southeastern Michigan. He opened Brownstown Dental Care on Allen Road because he believed the Downriver community deserved a dental practice that treated patients like neighbors, not like appointment slots. That community-first philosophy shapes how every person on our team approaches their work.

With three doctors on staff — Dr. Hanson, Dr. Jacob Palmer, and Dr. Brian Vu — we’re able to accommodate family schedules, offer a range of appointment times, and ensure continuity of care even when your regular doctor isn’t available. Dr. Vu, in particular, has built a reputation at the practice for comprehensive care for all ages and for the long-term patient relationships that make family dentistry rewarding.

We’re an independently owned practice — not part of Great Expressions, Redwood Dental, or any corporate dental group. That independence matters. It means treatment decisions are made by dentists who know your family personally, not by corporate protocols designed around system-wide efficiency.

To learn more about the full range of care available at Brownstown Dental Care, visit our home page or explore our General Dentistry and Dental Services pages.