
Dr. Christine L. Hamilton-Hall, DMD, MD
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
777 Boston Post Road 101 Darien CT, 06820About
Dr. Christine Hamilton-Hall is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Darien, CT. Dr. Hamilton-Hall specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Hamilton-Hall is a unique dental specialist who can provide emergency medicine, perform general surgery and give anesthesia. These medical doctors are the only type of medical care specialist who can administer anesthesia, besides anesthesiologists. Typical procedures performed by Dr. Hamilton-Hall are tooth extractions, especially wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery, cleft palate surgery and reconstructive surgery after an injury. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform dental work including placing dental implants. These surgeons might also deal with conditions of sleep apnea, oral cancers and more.
Education and Training
New College of Florida B.A. Biology and Math 1983
Harvard School of Dental Medicine D.M.D. 1988
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons M.D. 1991
Board Certification
Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryAmerican Board of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryABOMS
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA
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Dr. Christine L. Hamilton-Hall, DMD, MD's Expert Contributions
Do you need a CT scan before a bone graft surgery?
Most of the time, yes. READ MORE
What do you wear for a sinus CT scan?
Normal clothing. READ MORE
Can oral surgeons fix TMJ?
TMJ disease is rarely "fixed", but an Oral Surgeon can help you manage the condition and slow down (or stop) the progression of this potentially debilitating = disorder. READ MORE
What is a more painful bone graft or implant?
Neither is too painful for people with decent pain thresholds. Usually Toradol or Advil is sufficient to address the pain. Simple bone grafts and implants are pretty easy to recuperate from in one day, as long as you adhere to a proper diet and apply lots of ice. READ MORE
Can a dentist stabilize a loose tooth?
If a tooth is loose due to acute trauma, splinting is appropriate. If the tooth is loose due to periodontal disease, you are better off extracting now to decrease the damage it will cause to adjacent teeth. READ MORE
Is it normal to have a fever after bone graft surgery?
No. Call your OMS and see them to see if your need antibiotics and/ or irrigation of the wound. READ MORE
Are you sedated for oral cyst surgery?
Usually. READ MORE
How do you sleep after wisdom tooth surgery?
Usually quite comfortably......., with an ice wrap around your head and a dark towel over your pillow. READ MORE
Is getting a dental implant painful?
Usually placement of an implant is less uncomfortable than extraction of a tooth. READ MORE
What anesthesia is done for bone graft?
Although minor bone grafts can be performed with local anesthesia alone, larger grafts require intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. READ MORE
How long after gum graft surgery can I eat normally?
1-2 weeks, depending on the type and location of the graft placement and donor site. READ MORE
What should I do after gum surgery?
Stay on a soft, non-spicey, diet and rinse after every meal with salt water or chlorhexidine. READ MORE
What goes on top of an implant?
A Pontic and a crown. READ MORE
Can I fix my underbite without surgery?
Probably not. You need to have X-rays and a jaw analysis to see if this can be treated by braces or if you need orthognathic surgery AND braces. READ MORE
How many hours is jaw surgery for overbite?
It takes 4-8 hours, depending on the extent of the surgery and the skill of the surgeon. READ MORE
Can you brush your teeth with your jaw wired shut?
Use a water pin and rub your tongue on the back of the teeth. READ MORE
How do you relax TMJ?
The TMJ will relax if you eat less chewy food and apply warm compresses. Consider getting an occlusal splint. If you still have symptoms, try Botox before you proceed with a TMJ arthroscopy ( unless MRIs indicate a pathologic entity that requires surgery). READ MORE
How long does it take bone graft to heal?
2 or more months READ MORE
Is jaw surgery permanent?
Yes. You can have another surgery to change your results, but the results are permanent. READ MORE
Can a jaw be realigned?
Your jaw can be realigned. The proper procedure differs depending on your individual situation. Make an appointment with an oral surgeon near where you live to find out the best choice for you. READ MORE
Awards
- Patients' Choice Award 2010-11, 2013, 2014 Patients' Choice
- On-Time Doctor Award 2014 On-Time Doctor
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition 2010-11, 2012 Compassionate Doctor
- Miriam Spotnik Award for Research Research
- Miriam Berkman Spotnitz Award for Excellence in original research Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons Commencement
Treatments
- Caldwell-luc Procedure
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Cosmetic Facial Implant Surgery
- Cosmetic Facial Surgery
- Destruction Of Benign Skin Lesion
- Excision Of Benign Skin Lesion
- Excision Of Skin Cancer
- Excision Of Skin Lesion
- Extraction Of Wisdom Tooth
- Hair Removal
- Head And Neck Surgery
- Laser Ablation
- Laser Tattoo Removal
- Nose Plastic Surgery (rhinoplasty)
- Orthognathic Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal
- Wisdom Tooth Extractions
- Bone Grafts
- Sinus Lifts
- Dental Implants
- LASER Tightening of Skin
- Face Lift
- Chemical Peels
- Microdermabrasion
Fellowships
- St Lukes NYC, Harvard Medical School Boston Plastic Surgery, Radiology and Medicine 1992
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