Chris Rafoth, D.D.S., of Stanwood, WA has been named as an Implant Director for the American Academy of Facial Esthetics Place Implant Now courses. The AAFE is a teaching organization for dental and medical professionals that has successfully integrated internet learning with hands on training for Botox and Dermal Fillers. Now, AAFE is launching a new program for general dentists to learn to place implants immediately. This innovative 20 hour university level post graduate training is taught online and in a live clinical hands-on program. The hands-on training by AAFE Implant faculty will take place at over 20 locations around the… [ Read More ]

Earlier this year, I was asked to become a director for implant surgery by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. I couldn’t be more flattered and excited to teach others what I feel is a hugely rewarding procedure for dental patients everywhere.  I have worked hard over the past 16 years in my Stanwood, WA clinic, to maintain my continuing education in this field. During that time, I have learned a lot of lessons about what it takes to perform great implant surgeries, and how to contend with the failures as well. I consider dental implant procedures to be my… [ Read More ]

Lyons Creek Dental Care uses 3D technology to scan, print, and mill dental products, from crowns to bridges to dentures. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Dr Rafoth discusses PRF--a procedure that allows patients to improve surgery outcomes for bone regeneration and dental implants. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Dr. Rafoth says you can significantly reduce the cost of tooth replacement depending on the type of dental implant solution you want. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

No more yanking teeth! It has to be gentle and controlled. Tooth removal should be atraumatic and preserve bone. That way, patients have the best chance of success with dental implants. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Second in the series. Bone defects and bone atrophy are common byproducts of tooth removal, and need to be addressed before teeth are removed or dental implants are considered. Bone grafts are an important solution to discuss prior to removing and replacing teeth. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Dr. Rafoth has growing concerns about patients who are hoping for dental implants when they lose teeth. This is part one of a multi-part series on what patients need to think about when having teeth removed and replaced. Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]

Chris Rafoth is the owner of Lyons Creek Dental Care, providing medical dentistry, dental implants, and facial esthetics since 1998 for Shoreline and greater Seattle areas, as well as communities in King and Snohomish counties. Any questions or comments? Contact him at chris@lyonscreekdentalcare.com today! [ Read More ]