Wilson Martino Dental of Elkins

Dr. Edward Linger is a native of Lewis County, West Virginia. He joined our practices in August of 2000 and is a co-owner of the Elkins location. Working in the North Central West Virginia area where he is from seems like the perfect opportunity to give back to the community that is so important to him. Growing up on a small horse farm, he became very interested in farming at a young age. While living there, he developed a passion for hunting and fishing. Dr. Linger's mother was his principal t...Read Morehroughout most of his junior high career, as well as being his first grade teacher, while his father was his baseball and basketball coach. In his spare time, Dr. Linger enjoys spending time with his wife and children. Graduating in 1992 with honors from Lewis County High School, Linger went on to Marshall University for his undergraduate work. He then moved to WVU and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. While attending dental school, he traveled to San Lucas Tiliman, Guatemala, for an international health sciences learning elective. While there, he gained valuable experience in basic dental procedures, including surgical techniques involving dental extractions and immediate implants for denture patients. Dr. Linger enjoys all aspects of dentistry including treating children, crown and bridge work, endodontics, removable prosthodontics, and especially oral surgery. Because he is from the same area as most of his patients and shares a similar background, he feels that he develops a sense of family with them. It makes Dr. Linger very proud to be a part of our offices. Read Less

As a graduate of the WVU Dental School, Dr. Poole said his favorite thing about practicing dentistry in West Virginia is, “the people. WV has the friendliest people and most welcoming people in the world. They are so kind and compassionate and would literally give you the shirt off of their back.” Dr. Poole was the former owner of a successful dental practice in the southern part of West Virginia, their relocation to Bridgeport allowed him to join our practices. Dr. Poole is an advocate for pat...Read Moreient comfort and patient education, saying, “Having grown up with a need for extreme dental work and having two front teeth knocked out at an early age, I can absolutely relate to what patients may be feeling. When a patient sits in my dental chair, I think that my own experiences allow me to bring a more gentle touch to each and every individual. I strive to treat my patients exactly as I would want to be treated.” Read Less