Smile Science Dental Spa · Glendale, AZ

Dr. Christopher Barrett, DDS

Nationally active full-arch implantologist with 4,000+ cases placed. Clinical faculty at Implant Pathway. Available at Smile Science for complex All-on-X, zygomatic implants, revision surgery, and remote anchorage cases.

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4,000+Full-Arch Cases Placed

KOLSIN Implants — Key Opinion Leader

FacultyImplant Pathway — Full Arch Protocols

4,000+ Full-Arch Cases Nationally active implantologist

Clinical Faculty Implant Pathway — Full Arch Fixed Protocols

KOL — SIN Implants Key opinion leader in implant systems

Available at Smile Science Complex cases by appointment

Written by Richard Dawson, DMD ICOI Fellow | Founder, Smile Science Dental Spa Updated May 2026

Dr. Christopher Barrett

Full-Arch Implant Specialist

Credentials

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
4,000+ full-arch cases
Clinical Faculty — Implant Pathway
KOL — SIN Implants

Scheduling Note

Dr. Barrett is available by appointment for complex cases. Start with a consultation with Dr. Dawson.

About Dr. Barrett

4,000+ Cases of Clinical Depth

Dr. Christopher Barrett is one of the most experienced full-arch implantologists in the country. With over 4,000 full-arch restorations in his clinical record, he brings a breadth and depth of judgment that is genuinely rare — the kind that only comes from seeing an extraordinary number of cases across the full spectrum of difficulty, including the ones other providers decline to treat.

His credentials extend well beyond case volume. Dr. Barrett serves as clinical faculty at Implant Pathway, where he teaches the Full Arch Fixed Protocols course to practicing dentists and specialists across the country. He is also a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for SIN Implants — a designation typically reserved for clinicians with exceptional volume, recognized technique, and peer respect in their field. He travels nationally performing complex revision surgeries and consulting on difficult cases that other centers have been unable to resolve.

At Smile Science, Dr. Barrett sees patients by appointment for complex cases — multi-arch reconstructions, zygomatic implants, failed implant revisions, and situations where the standard protocol is not enough. His presence at the practice gives patients access to a nationally recognized specialist without the cost and logistics of traveling to an academic center.

Complex implant cases at Smile Science typically begin with a consultation with Dr. Dawson, who handles the comprehensive evaluation, imaging, and treatment planning. Cases that benefit from Dr. Barrett's involvement are then scheduled accordingly.

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Cases at Smile Science

What Dr. Barrett Treats Here

Full-Arch All-on-X

Complex full-arch reconstructions beyond standard All-on-4. High angulation cases, narrow ridges, immediate-load scenarios, and multi-arch cases with interarch space challenges.

Zygomatic Implants

For patients with severe jaw bone loss who have been told implants are not possible. Zygomatic implants anchor into the cheekbone rather than the jaw, bypassing deficient bone entirely.

Revision Surgery

Failed implant cases, failed All-on-4 reconstructions, and complications from prior surgery elsewhere. Revision cases are among the most technically demanding in implant dentistry.

Remote Anchorage

Cases with severe posterior bone loss where standard implant positions are not viable. Remote anchorage techniques fix into areas with residual bone, avoiding major grafting in many cases.

Advanced Bone Grafting

Major ridge augmentation, vertical bone grafting, and complex multi-site procedures including block graft techniques beyond routine socket preservation.

Complex Multi-Unit Cases

Multi-arch restorations and full-mouth rehabilitation where both arches must be addressed simultaneously, including cases with significant vertical dimension changes.

Complex implant cases start with a comprehensive evaluation. Dr. Dawson performs CBCT imaging, reviews your bone volume, and assesses whether your case is a candidate for Dr. Barrett's involvement.
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Collaborative Treatment Planning
If your case requires Dr. Barrett, a joint treatment plan is developed. You receive a clear breakdown of the recommended approach, timeline, and fees before anything proceeds.
Dr. Barrett performs the surgical phase at Smile Science. The team managing your case before and after surgery is the same team in the room during it — no hand-offs to an unfamiliar center.
Surgery with Dr. Barrett
Restoration and Long-Term Follow-Up
Final restorations, adjustments, and monitoring are coordinated between Dr. Dawson and Dr. Barrett. One team, one record, no gaps in continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Barrett

What does 4,000+ full-arch cases mean for a patient?

It means Dr. Barrett has encountered virtually every variation of case complexity in full-arch implant reconstruction — including the difficult, atypical, and previously failed ones. Clinical judgment in implant surgery improves substantially with volume. The difference between a provider with 50 full-arch cases and one with 4,000 is not a matter of credentials; it is a matter of how many unexpected situations they have solved. Patients with complex needs benefit directly from that depth of experience.

What is a zygomatic implant?

A zygomatic implant is a specialized long implant that anchors into the cheekbone (zygoma) rather than the jaw. It is used in patients with severe bone loss in the upper jaw who have been told they do not have enough bone for conventional implants. Instead of requiring years of bone grafting and waiting, zygomatic implants bypass the deficient jaw bone entirely, allowing full-arch rehabilitation in a single surgery. Dr. Barrett performs zygomatic implant cases at a volume and outcome consistency level that very few providers in the country can match.

Can Dr. Barrett fix a failed All-on-4 from another practice?

Yes. Revision surgery — correcting failed or poorly executed implant work done elsewhere — is one of Dr. Barrett's areas of specialization. These cases require not only surgical skill but also diagnostic judgment about why the prior case failed and how to address the underlying causes, not just the visible symptoms. Patients who have had complications at other practices are welcome to schedule a consultation at Smile Science.

How do I schedule an appointment with Dr. Barrett?

Dr. Barrett sees patients at Smile Science by appointment for complex cases. The process begins with a consultation with Dr. Dawson, who performs the initial evaluation, CBCT imaging, and case assessment. Cases appropriate for Dr. Barrett's involvement are then scheduled with him directly. Call (480) 530-3663 or book online to start the process.

Does Dr. Barrett perform surgery at Smile Science or at a different facility?

Dr. Barrett performs implant surgery on-site at Smile Science Dental Spa in Glendale, AZ. This means the same team that manages your pre-surgical evaluation, imaging, and post-operative care is present during the procedure. There is no hospital or surgery center hand-off. For cases requiring IV sedation or general anesthesia, Smile Science works with a board-certified dental anesthesiologist who administers sedation on-site.

Interested in a Consultation with Dr. Barrett?

Start with a consultation with Dr. Dawson. Complex cases are evaluated, planned, and referred to Dr. Barrett when appropriate — all within Smile Science.

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The Smile Science Team