Kyle S. Wendfeldt, DDS, MS
Board Certified Orthodontic Specialist
American Board of Orthodontics
1937 Central Avenue
Ashland, Ky 41101
Phone: (606) 329-0038
Fax: (606) 329-0058
Email: info@ashlandfamilyortho.com
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Privacy and Health Insurance and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Information
Our Office
Our office is conveniently located at the corner of Central Avenue and 20th Street in Ashland, Kentucky. We are pleased to offer a clean, professional office across from Ashland’s beautiful Central Park and close to many medical professional offices, including King’s Daughters Medical Center. Convenient free on-site parking is available as well as ample free street parking located between our office and the local American Legion building.
Street Map Location [Google Maps]
Driving directions from Highway US 23 (Winchester Avenue):
- Turn south towards Ashland Central Park. Jolly Pirate Donut Shop at corner.
- Go two blocks south on 20th Street
- Turn right into our parking lot just before getting to Ashland Central Park
Driving directions from Highway US 60 (13th Street):
- Turn east towards Ashland Central Park.
- Go seven blocks east on Central Avenue (one way east)
- Turn left onto 20th Street and into our parking lot just behind our office building
Office Photos
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Meet the Doctor
Kyle S. Wendfeldt, DDS, MSDiplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biomedical Sciences Texas A&M University, College Station, TexasMaster of Science (MS) degree in Oral Biology
University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Advanced Education General Dentistry (AEGD) Residency
1st Dental Squadron, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia
Orthodontic Residency
University of Louisville School of Dentistry, Louisville, Kentucky
Achievements and Licenses:
Diplomate, American Board of OrthodonticsOnly 17% of orthodontists nationwide are board certified
http://www.americanboardortho.com/about/
http://www.braces.org/knowmore
Orthodontic Specialty License and General Dentistry License
Kentucky State Board of Dental Examiners
http://dentistry.ky.gov/specialists_information/
Experience:
- United States Air Force- 16 year veteran
- Healthcare Administrator- 4 years
- General Dentistry- 3 years
- Orthodontic Specialist- 5 years
Research and Publications:
Manuscript accepted by Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop in Feb 2005 for publication in Jul 2006K Wendfeldt, K Kiely, B Johnson, B Haskell, J Sheetz. One-Year Post-Operative Stability Of Lefort I Osteotomies Using Biodegradable Fixation: A Retrospective Analysis Of Diverse Facial Patterns On Skeletal Relapse. Masters of Science degree Thesis.National Institute of Health Research Fellow- UTHSC San Antonio
K Wendfeldt, M Alder, RJM McCarter. Quantitative Computed Tomography Measured Masseter Muscle Cross Sectional Area. J Dent Research, abstract: 2580, vol. 76, p.336, 1997. Presented at March 1997 American Association of Dental Research Meeting.
K Wendfeldt, M Alder, JT McAnear. Cervical Spine Versus Edentulous Maxillae: QCT Measured Bone Mineral Density. J Dent Research, abstract: 831, vol. 74, p.115, 1995. Presented at March 1995 American Association of Dental Research Meeting.
Professional Affiliations:
- Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontists
- American Association of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Southern Association of Orthodontists
- Kentucky Association of Orthodontists
- Eastern Kentucky Dental Society
Personal Statement:
To satisfy my passion for orthodontics I went back to orthodontic residency training after working as a general dentist for three years. Two additional years of specialty training solely in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics has given me the required basic sciences and clinical skills necessary to successfully treat routine and complex orthodontic cases efficiently and effectively. For the past three years I provided routine and complex surgical orthodontic treatment for some of the 80,000 active duty US military and their family members at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan.Working as a general dentist and an orthodontist in the United States Air Force has provided countless personal and professional opportunities. Providing comprehensive diagnostic and clinical orthodontic treatment for many multi-disciplinary and orthognathic surgery cases was especially rewarding. Emphasizing early intervention for children ages 6-10 has proven highly effective at shortening treatment time during later orthodontic treatment while modern treatment options like temporary orthodontic micro-implant anchor devices have improved treatment outcomes while minimizing bulky or compliance-driven mechanics like headgear and Herbst appliances.
I am grateful for the opportunity to work with you and your loved ones. I pledge to provide the most convenient, technologically advanced and caring orthodontic treatment possible. Early intervention and adolescent treatment are extremely appreciated. Cosmetic and InvisalignR cases openly welcomed. It would be my distinct pleasure to work on multi-disciplinary cases to include veneers, fixed and implant supported prosthetic dentistry as well as complex orthognathic surgical cases.
I am actively involved in my church and enjoy hiking, fishing, bungy jumping, coaching children’s baseball, Bible study, and spending time with my wife and six children.
Your family dentist should see you at least 2-4 times each year for examinations, fluoride treatments, and cleanings. Our office will arrange and coordinate these visits for you and your family to provide comprehensive oral care evaluation and treatment.
Meet the Staff
Our team of orthodontic professionals is committed to giving patients a beautiful smile and improving the health, attitude and self-esteem of each individual. We put your needs first for efficient and comprehensive treatment. We are committed to providing an atmosphere that fosters growth, honesty, responsibility and loyalty among both team members and patients. We work hard to ensure the quality of excellence in every aspect of our service.Our staff is trained to meet and exceed all federal and state regulations regarding radiation safety, CPR, OSHA sterilization techniques and standard precautions of blood-borne pathogens. Our skilled orthodontic technicians strive to provide gentle, energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and clinical advances by regularly attending continuing education seminars.
Sterilization
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as well as the US Center for Disease Control, has specific regulations that protect patients and employees from injury and illness in the work place. These "safe workplace" regulations pertain to occupational settings, including dental offices with one or more employees. While the primary purpose of the regulations is to safeguard employees, these procedures also protect the patient. For example, gloves provide protection for both you and the dental team.Don't let uncertainty about safety keep you away from the dentist's office, or cause anxiety while you're there, when a few minutes of conversation with your dentist can set your mind at ease.
Before you enter our examination room, all surfaces, such as the dental chair, dental light, drawer handles and countertops have been cleaned and decontaminated with CDC approved anti-bacterial, virucudal, and tuberculocidal chemical disinfectants. Sharp items and anything contaminated with blood or saliva are disposed of in special containers. Dental instruments are cleaned and sterilized at very high temperatures after each time they are used on a patient. Ultrasonic cleaning and chemical spore indicators ensure the instruments we use are sterile between each and every patient.