Stephen Barker, DDS, DDS
Barker Dentistry & Implant Center
Conroe, TX 77385
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About Stephen Barker, DDS
After graduating from high school, Dr. Barker served for two years as a Christian missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Those years of service are irreplaceable. Upon returning, he graduated from the University of Utah with honors. He mentored students in the pre-dental orientation class, the most difficult class on campus. He worked and observed three dental offices for a semester, and was an officer in the Pre-Dental Society as well. Dr. Barker has also volunteered at Operation Smile, Odyssey Teen House and was a leader in the Boy Scouts of America.
During his four years at Howard Dental School in Washington D.C., he was commissioned in the the U.S. Navy as Lieutenant. Dr. Barker then completed a dental residency in a prestigious hospital the Walter Reed National Naval Base in Bethesda, Maryland. During his Naval career, he completed a two-year Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) degree, as well as hundreds of hours of continued (CE) for his fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. Additional CE included a “mini residency” at White Cap Institute, as well as a DentalXP continuum of 300 hours.
To go one step further, he did an advanced dental education, completing a one-year fellowship at Dream Dental Implant Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah. After devouring implant textbooks, he recently passed a prestigious implant exam from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and was accepted by the American Board of Oral Implantology, putting him close reach to qualifying for Specialization in Implantology status in Texas.
Because of his deep belief in the importance of CE, he travels nearly monthly to conferences hosted by the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists (ASDA), Texas Dental Association (TDA) and smaller, intimate classes. To maintain his certifications and advanced license to do IV sedation so patients stay relaxed and comfortable, he completed additional CE regularly.
In short, Dr. Barker is passionate about using dentistry to change your life and give you the smile you deserve!
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Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Barker
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a root-form titanium screw that is surgically placed in the jaw to create an anchor for teeth to be built upon. Dental implants are considered the best way to replace missing teeth.
Single Posterior Implant
The majority of dental implants involve the replacement of a back tooth. Referred to as a single posterior implant, this procedure is typically less complex and less costly than many people expect.
Front Tooth Implant
Dental implants are an excellent option for replacing a missing front tooth in most cases. Front tooth implants are not as common as dental implants replacing missing molars or back teeth.
All on 4
The AO4 procedure is considered one of the most complex dental implant treatments. This procedure involves removing all natural teeth and replacing them with 4 implants and a permanent hybrid-type bridge.
Full Mouth Implants
Missing most or all of your teeth due to damage, periodontal disease, or tooth decay? Full mouth dental implants, which your dentist may call full mouth restoration or reconstruction, can be a great option.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes referred to as “having a tooth pulled,” a tooth extraction is a very common oral surgical procedure in which a natural tooth is removed from the jaw. An implant may be placed after adequate healing time.
Bone Grafting
After teeth are extracted, bone can atrophy or shrink to the point that bone grafting is required. Bone grafting builds up bone foundations for sufficient implant stability and strength.
Socket Preservation
Socket preservations are simple bone grafting procedures done in conjunction with tooth extractions. The goal of socket preservation is to preserve bone for a future dental implant to be placed.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a cap or cover that protects the tooth and restores it to mimic natural shape, size, and function. Crowns are make of zirconia or porcelain and can be either cemented or screw-retained.
Screw Retained Crowns
A screw-retained implant crown is a single-tooth fixed restoration that is secured to a dental implant by means of a screw. Screw retained crowns are popular due to the proven long-term success they deliver.
Cemented Crowns
A cemented crown is a dental crown that is secured to a dental implant using a luting agent similar to dental crowns cemented onto natural teeth. Cemented crowns are beautiful, functional, and extremely durable.
Dental Bridges
An implant bridge or dental bridge is a permanent option that replaces multiple missing teeth. It literally bridges areas that are missing one or more teeth and fill in larger spaces with natural looking crowns.
Implant Cosmetics
The goal of implant cosmetic dentistry is to create tooth-like restorations that are strong, mimic natural beauty and completely restore natural function. Think of cosmetic dentistry as plastic surgery for teeth.
Dr. Barker and staff did an excellent job on removing a tooth and placing implant. They explained what they were doing each step and were thorough down to the crown fitting. Thank you for your kind and professional service .