Horizon Oral Surgery & Dental Implants

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At Horizon Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, Dr. Christopher Kyles, DMD, MD and his team are committed to providing excellent care with compassion and integrity

Meet the Team!Lindsay P., Insurance & Billing SpecialistLindsay has 13 years of experience in the dental field, specific...
04/22/2022

Meet the Team!

Lindsay P., Insurance & Billing Specialist

Lindsay has 13 years of experience in the dental field, specifically working with insurance and billing practices. She joined the Horizon team in 2021 and works remotely from Oklahoma. Lindsay’s attention to detail and strong organizational skills makes her an asset to the practice and have proven to be immensely beneficial to our patients. Her confidence and experience are essential to ensuring that our patients’ benefits are fully utilized. Lindsay truly enjoys working in the industry and all the challenges that insurance throws her way!

Meet the Team!Lucas DA, Surgical AssistantLucas was born and raised in Bellingham where his family has lived for over fi...
03/29/2022

Meet the Team!

Lucas DA, Surgical Assistant

Lucas was born and raised in Bellingham where his family has lived for over five generations. He joined the Horizon team in early 2020, starting out in the front office as our treatment coordinator. Lucas is a quick study; his passion for learning led him to pursue additional training to become a surgical assistant. He is certified in BLS and is currently studying for his DAANCE exam. His ability to comfort and connect with his patients makes Lucas a huge asset to our team. In his free time, Lucas enjoys reading, exercising, and learning as much as he can.

Meet the Team! Cora, Treatment CoordinatorCora grew up in Wasilla, Alaska and recently moved to Bellingham in June of 20...
03/24/2022

Meet the Team!

Cora, Treatment Coordinator

Cora grew up in Wasilla, Alaska and recently moved to Bellingham in June of 2021. Although new to Washington state, they’ve fallen in love with the Pacific Northwest! They are excited to continue their passion working in the dental field. Cora is fueled by their devotion to provide their patients with the best experience while visiting the practice. They use their excellent communication skills to assist patients in understanding insurance benefits. Cora carefully explains how best to use those benefits and how they can be applied. In their free time, Cora enjoys reading, thrifting, and pestering their two cats Shirley and Mulder.

Meet the Team!Leslie CDA, Surgical AssistantLeslie was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale Florida and moved to Whatcom C...
03/10/2022

Meet the Team!

Leslie CDA, Surgical Assistant

Leslie was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale Florida and moved to Whatcom County in 2005. She studied at Bellingham Technical College and graduated with her AAS in 2012 and has been working as a dental assistant for the past 8 years. Leslie is certified in BLS, ACLS and is currently studying for her DAANCE exam. She joined the Horizon team in early 2021 and quickly became the office comedian with her quick-wit and dry sense of humor. Leslie is an integral part of the surgical team; her even-keeled temperament and genuine kindness gives her the ability to comfort our patients from start to finish. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with her three beautiful daughters.

Meet the Team!Lindsay, Office ManagerLindsay is a nurturer by nature—she thrives on helping others and is committed to p...
03/08/2022

Meet the Team!

Lindsay, Office Manager

Lindsay is a nurturer by nature—she thrives on helping others and is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare for our patients. She believes that inclusivity, integrity, and professionalism are fundamental traits to healthcare and strives to meet this credo every day.
Bellingham has been her home for the past 17 years; 12 of those years were spent working in oral surgery and periodontal dentistry as a surgical assistant. Lindsay returned to school and earned her BA in Sociology at Western Washington University in 2019. She re-entered the workforce in October 2019 to help open the practice. She spends her free time with her husband and three sons skiing and loves to run Bellingham’s extensive trail system.

What to Expect: Follow-up after surgical proceduresDue to the Covid pandemic, we are not seeing patients for in-person f...
03/08/2022

What to Expect: Follow-up after surgical procedures

Due to the Covid pandemic, we are not seeing patients for in-person follow-up appointments after routine extraction surgeries. Instead, patients will receive a 2-week follow-up call made by a member of our surgical team.

Certain procedures will require in-person follow-up(s). These specific surgical procedures are:
-bone-grafting
-implant placement
-pathology reviews

It is normal to have some discomfort after surgery. Patients will be prescribed medications such as Ibuprofen, Tylenol, and a minimal amount of narcotic pain medicine for pain control. It is important to follow our step-by-step written post-operative instructions that are given at the surgical procedure to ensure optimal healing.

When to Call Horizon: Abnormal Symptoms following Surgical Procedure
• Expect Initial swelling following an extraction surgery. The swelling tends to best at it’s worst on days three and four. It will begin to decrease slowly on the 5th day. However, reoccurring swelling weeks after procedure could indicate an infection. If you suspect infection, call the office and we will schedule an in-person follow-up visit.
• Acute pain that cannot be controlled by the Ibuprofen/Tylenol/Narcotic medication prescribed: This could indicate a dry socket. For more information on dry socket, visit our website at horizonosdi.com. Intolerable pain indicates that the patient should see Dr. Kyles; call the office and we will schedule an in-person follow-up visit.
• Uncontrolled bleeding after all steps in post-operative instructions have been followed: Patients should call the office and schedule a follow-up visit immediately. If this happens after-hours, please call Dr. Kyles directly (cell phone number is located on written post operative instructions).

What to Expect: Day of Surgery Patients will be brought back to the surgery suite accompanied by their es**rt to review...
02/22/2022

What to Expect: Day of Surgery

Patients will be brought back to the surgery suite accompanied by their es**rt to review the post-operative instructions and prepare for surgery. Additional information will be given to the patient and es**rt at this time. Escorts will then be dismissed to wait in their car or our waiting area for the duration of the procedure.
For IV Sedation cases:
Patient vitals (BP/Pulse) will be monitored by an ECG during the entire surgical procedure. Dr. Kyles will start the IV and supplemental oxygen will be administered at this time. After the surgical procedure is completed, the patient will be observed for a short period of time to ensure they are ready to be discharged safely. When the patient meets the discharge criteria, they will be taken by wheelchair to their es**rt's car.

Dr. Kyles will electronically prescribe and submit medications to the patient’s pharmacy of choice the night prior to surgery. Escorts can stop by the pharmacy on the way home from surgery to pick-up any prescribed medications.
Along with a detailed post-operative care instruction sheet, patients will receive extra gauze and tea bags to assist with blood clot formation.

What to Expect: Preparing for your procedureOur front office staff will call to confirm your surgery two days ahead of t...
07/13/2021

What to Expect: Preparing for your procedure

Our front office staff will call to confirm your surgery two days ahead of time. If we are unable to reach you by phone, we request a call back so that we can share important appointment information.

Key information for patients that are having IV Sedation:

-Nothing to eat or drink 8 hours prior to surgery

-Patients must have an es**rt to drive them to and from surgery. Per Horizon’s safety protocol, the es**rt must be prepared to wait on the premises for the duration of the surgical procedure. Escorts can wait in their vehicle or in our waiting area

-All co-pays are due at check-in. The exact amount due will be communicated during the confirmation call

Key information for patients that are NOT having IV Sedation (Nitrous Oxide gas or local anesthetic only):

-These patients can drive themselves to surgery. They do not need an es**rt unless preferred

-Local and Nitrous patients can eat and drink per usual daily routine

-All co-pays are due at check-in

What to Expect: Consultation Appointment At the consultation appointment, Dr. Kyles and the surgical team will review yo...
06/15/2021

What to Expect: Consultation Appointment

At the consultation appointment, Dr. Kyles and the surgical team will review your health history and take your initial vitals. The surgical assistant will take any necessary x-rays, and a treatment plan will then be created and discussed.

At this appointment, our surgical team will also review the pre-operative instructions, have you sign consent forms, and answer any questions you may have. Next, you will meet with our Treatment Coordinator who will present a treatment cost estimate based on the insurance information you provided. In the case of extensive treatment plans, we may submit a pre-determination to your insurance to provide a more exact estimate. We will then schedule your surgical procedure for a later date.

What to Expect: Checking-in for your Consultation Appointment Our office is located at 400 E Mcleod Rd, just off Meridia...
06/04/2021

What to Expect: Checking-in for your Consultation Appointment

Our office is located at 400 E Mcleod Rd, just off Meridian Street, near I-5. Parking is available around the perimeter of the office, and the patient entrance is located on the North side of the building.

You are welcome to come into our waiting room to check in, or you can call 360-746-6492 and let the front office know you have arrived if you feel more comfortable waiting in your car.

Please be advised, in order to help us uphold the highest standards for the health and safety of our patients and staff, everyone is required to wear a mask even if they are fully vaccinated. Temperatures will also be taken at time of arrival. Please limit the number of people accompanying you to your appointment whenever possible.

If you have not filled out the online registration paperwork sent via e-mail link, you can fill out your paperwork at check-in. The front staff will also take a copy of your ID and dental and medical insurance cards at this time.

Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series called “What to Expect,” outlining what patients can expect to expe...
05/24/2021

Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing a series called “What to Expect,” outlining what patients can expect to experience at Horizon Oral Surgery and Dental Implants.

What to Expect: Making an Appointment

Before calling to make an appointment with Horizon Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, patients must start by getting a referral from their dentist. Patients can then call the office at 360-746-6492 to schedule a consultation appointment. Patients should have their dental insurance card and name of their dentist when calling to schedule.

Our front office staff will also ask patients to provide an email address to send an appointment confirmation, which includes the date/time of consultation, directions to our office, and a link to our Online Patient Registration paperwork. Patients also have the option of filling out the paperwork in-person when they check in to their consultation, in which case we ask them to arrive 20 minutes prior to their appointment.

Dr. Kyles and the Horizon staff are so thankful to the scientific community for the hard work and research that went int...
01/15/2021

Dr. Kyles and the Horizon staff are so thankful to the scientific community for the hard work and research that went into making the Covid-19 vaccine. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to be vaccinated and to do our part to slow the spread of Covid-19 in Whatcom County.

Address

400 E. McLeod Road
Bellingham, WA
98226

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13607466492

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