
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
Is a root canal considered oral surgery?
No. It is referred to as an "endodontic" treatment. READ MORE
What imaging is needed for jaw realignment surgery?
Cephalograms, panoramic X-ray, & possibly a CT scan and/or periodical X-rays. READ MORE
How long do you have to have your jaw wired shut after surgery?
Although plating of jaws could allow you to not be "wired shut" at all following orthognathic surgery (if that is the surgery tow which you are referring), patients are often placed in maxillofacial-mandibular fixation ("wired shut") for 2-6 weeks post-op. READ MORE
What happens if the blood clot comes out after tooth extraction?
You could get a "dry socket" (osteitis) if your blood clot falls out. So, do not smoke, spit, or suck on strays after extrusions! READ MORE
What happens during a surgical tooth extraction?
"Surgical tooth extraction" is a little more complicated than a "simple" extractio, often requiring sectioning of the tooth into pieces and/or removal of bone. The surgical site it then closed with a suture (stitch). READ MORE
How long until I can workout after wisdom teeth removal?
Usually 72 hours or more READ MORE
When can I chew after jaw surgery?
Usually 2-6 weeks post-op, depending on the surgery. READ MORE
How do you sleep after jaw surgery?
Sleep with an ice wrap around your face (with ice over the area where surgery was performed). Have a dark towel over your pillow in case you drool bloody drool. Take the guaze out of your mouth before you go to sleep, even if you are still bleeding a bit. Make sure there is an adult watching over the sleeping patient, especially if he or she is taking narcotics, and change the ice packs when they get warm. READ MORE
How do you take care of your mouth after a tooth extraction?
Your oral and maxillofacial surgeon will go over this with you after surgery. The post-operative care, diet alteration, etc. differs slightly depending on your particular extraction. READ MORE
Is it safe to remove all 4 wisdom teeth at once?
It is advisable to take out all four wisdom teeth at once. The pain and swelling is not much more for four than it is for one. Overall, you will be inconvenienced less and miss less work if you do all four at once. Also, the longer you wait, the greater the risks. Just do it! READ MORE
What happens if TMJ is left untreated?
Pain worsens and may need a larger procedure to treat when it worsens. READ MORE
Why do my gums and jaw hurt?
You could have an infection. Go to your dentist and see if your need antibiotics or an anti-bacterial mouthwash. READ MORE
How do you relax your jaw with TMJ?
First try a soft diet, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, warm compresses and a mouth guard. If that does not help, consider seeing a maxillofacial surgeon for Botox injections or a custom occlusal splint. If you still have issues after continuously adhering to the above recommendations, you may need occlusal adjustments and/or TMJ surgery. READ MORE
What is a surgical tooth extraction?
Surgical extraction means the tooth needs to be sectioned into 2 or more pieces, the gums need to be cut away to get to the tooth and/or a suture (stitch) is required to close the extraction socket. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to recover from jaw surgery?
Follow all of your post-operative instructions. READ MORE
What to do when it hurts to swallow?
Tonsilitis, strep throat, mono....go see an ENT or your internist...you may need antibiotics. READ MORE
Can I drink beer 24 hours after a tooth extraction?
You may have ONE beer. Brush your teeth afterwards. Blood alcohol levels may increase more if you are on medications, so do not drive or operate heavy equipment /knives. READ MORE
What happens if TMJ is left untreated?
Chew softer food, take anti-inflammatories, and use moist heat if you choose not to have surgery or wear a splint. READ MORE
What is the best painkiller for tooth extraction?
Advil, Aleve or Toradol READ MORE
Does a mucocele have to be removed?
Why would you not remove it? Do you just want to pay for it? It is a simple procedure, with no post-operative pain. You can only diagnose pathology with a microscope, so why would you leave abnormal tissue in your body without a definitive diagnosis? 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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