Dental Staff

All professionals at Island Smiles maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in the medical field. Read on to learn more about our staff's experience and training.

 

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Dr. Michael J. Vilag

Michael J. Vilag, DDS, FAGD is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. He grew up locally in Woodhaven and attended Gibraltar Carlson High School. He has earned his Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry.

Dr. Vilag was recently the President of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Alumni Board of Directors. As an adjunct faculty, he voluntarily brings dental students to local Metro Detroit free dental clinics to help the underserved. He started and continues to run an annual dental mission trip to Dominican Republic. He is an active volunteer with Donated Dental Services, Mission of Mercy, and Malta Free Clinic in Detroit.

Dr. Vilag is very involved in organized dentistry and as a member has held several roles in the following organizations:

  • American Dental Association
  • Michigan Dental Association
  • Detroit District Dental Society
  • Alpha Omega International Dental Service Fraternity
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • American Sleep and Breathing Academy

Dr. Vilag has been awarded the Pierre Fachaud's Dr. Cambell New Dentist Award, Detroit Mercy Dental '10 Under 10' featured Dentist, HOUR Magazine's Top Detroit Dentist List, MDA Public Service Award, the Community Dentistry & Public Health Award



Office Manager:

Angie Justice

Angie has been in the dental field since 1992; she joined our team in 1994 as the Business Manager. She's been happily married since 1994 and loves singing at her church and working out. She is exceptional at her job and goes above and beyond to ensure the best experience for all of our patients.



Dental Hygienists:

Chelsea Forsythe

Chelsea has been a hygienist with our office since 2012. Helping patients achieve and maintain a healthy mouth is most rewarding for her. Chelsea and her Husband welcomed their first child, Jonah May of 2019! Outside of the office she enjoys staying active and spending time with her son, family and friends.

Ruth Ann Vloch

Ruth Ann received her Associate Of Science in Dental Hygiene from Wayne County Community College District in 2004. She has been in the dental field since 1995. She enjoys helping her patients achieve good oral health and addressing all their dental needs. Outside of work Ruth Ann loves to spend time with her three beautiful daughters!



Dental Assistants:

Renee Duffett

Renee has been a Dental Assistant since 2011 and has been working with our office since 2014. She is very passionate about dentistry. Renee has two sons, Nolan and Harken. Renee currently resides on Grosse Ile with her family. Outside of the office she enjoys sailing, baseball and spending time with her family & friends.

Hannah Kohair

Hannah graduated in 2017 from Carlson High School where she took her 2 year Dental Assisting program. She is now attending Wayne County Community College to pursue her career as a Dental Hygienist. Outside of the office she enjoys staying active and spending time with family and friends.

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Island Smiles

Monday:

11:00 am-7:00 pm

Tuesday:

9:00 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

9:00 am-2:00 pm

Thursday:

Closed

Friday:

9:00 am-2:00 pm

Saturday:

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Sunday:

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