The doctors at Chatham Family & Implant Dentistry are highly trained dental professionals serving Pittsboro, NC. Our dedicated team specializes in comprehensive family care, advanced dental implants, and judgment-free dentistry, ensuring you receive personalized, expert treatment from trusted local providers under one roof.
Advanced Clinical Training
The medical literature supports a strategy for the dental profession to prepare dental practitioners with the competencies needed for the future and to create sufficient training opportunities to equip these practitioners to care for the nation’s oral health needs [1] (Glassman et al., 1999). In alignment with the literature and the gold standard of care, our doctors pursue continuing education to reduce the need for referrals. Beyond their foundational dental degrees, our Pittsboro dentists dedicate hours each year to mastering advanced restorative techniques and surgical implant placement. This high-level expertise means you get specialist-level precision right here in your home clinic. When your doctor recommends a treatment, you can feel confident knowing they have the exact training and skillset required to execute it flawlessly. Part of this advanced skillset is recognizing when additional advanced care is needed; in these cases, our practitioners know when a referral is required.
A Compassionate, "Tell-Show-Do" Approach to Anxiety
We know that past dental trauma is prevalent. Sitting back in a clinical chair can make you feel vulnerable, especially if a previous dentist rushed through your appointment or lectured you about your flossing habits. Our doctors actively work to heal that anxiety by championing a strict, judgment-free philosophy. To put you at ease, they utilize the proven “Tell-Show-Do” method. Medical evidence suggests that the Tell-Show-Do approach was more effective than the ask-tell-ask approach in alleviating dental anxiety in children [2] (Elicherla et al., 2024). Before any instrument is ever used, your doctor will explain what it is, show you how it works, and only proceed when you give the green light. You are in control of your appointment, and our doctors will gladly pause at your request.
Table that compares doctor-led treatment pathways
Treatment pathway | Cost | Durability | Maintenance level |
Doctor-led preventive care | Very low | High | Bi-annual visits |
Doctor-restored smiles | Moderate | 5 – 15 years | Moderate |
Surgical implant dentistry | Higher investment | Significant Longevity | Low |
Deeply Rooted in the Chatham County Community
Some dental offices often rotate doctors every few months. Just when you finally get comfortable with a provider, they are rotated out, and you are forced to start over with a new dentist. At Chatham Family & Implant Dentistry, our doctors are here to stay. They are proud local residents who live, work, and raise their families right here in Chatham County. When you choose us, you are partnering with doctors who view you as a neighbor. They are deeply invested in the long-term health of the Pittsboro community, guaranteeing you will see the same friendly, familiar faces at every visit.
Your Personal Architects for Long-Term Oral Health
Waiting for a tooth to break before taking action is a stressful and expensive way to live. Instead of just drilling and filling, our doctors act as your personal health architects. During your exams, they take the time to evaluate your specific genetic risks, your airway health, and your cosmetic goals. They then design a customized, step-by-step blueprint for your smile. By creating a proactive, phased timeline, your doctor helps you prevent painful emergencies before they happen, keeping your family’s oral health on track.
Mastering Modern Technology for Your Comfort
Our doctors have invested heavily in mastering the application of the latest clinical technology to make your visits faster, safer, and remarkably comfortable. By utilizing low-radiation 3D Cone Beam scanners and high-definition digital impression wands, your doctor removes the guesswork from your care. Clinical literature indicates that cone-beam computed tomography offers numerous advantages over other imaging techniques, including CT, panoramic, and intraoral imaging [3] (Bromberg et al., 2023). This technological mastery allows them to plan your surgeries and restorations with significant accuracy, resulting in shorter times in the dental chair and much faster healing times at home.
FAQS
1. Do the doctors at Chatham Family perform their own dental implant surgeries?
Yes. Our doctors possess advanced surgical training and utilize state-of-the-art 3D Cone Beam technology to surgically place and restore dental implants right here in our Pittsboro office, often saving you the hassle of a specialist referral.
2. Will I see the same dentist every time I visit?
Absolutely. Continuity of care is the foundation of our practice. You will build a long-term relationship with your specific doctor, allowing them to thoroughly understand your unique genetic health baseline and personal goals.
3. Are the doctors currently accepting new patients in Chatham County?
Yes, our doctors are thrilled to welcome new families to our practice. Whether you need a routine checkup or a second opinion on a complex treatment plan, our schedule is open to support your health.
About The Author
Dr. Colin Barbaro, DDS, provides comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry at Azalea Dental in Wilmington, NC. With advanced surgical training from a VA hospital residency, he specializes in implant placement, TMJ therapy, restorative care, and endodontics. He is committed to delivering safe, evidence-based solutions that keep patients comfortable and informed at every step.
References
[1] Glassman P, Meyerowitz C. Postdoctoral education in dentistry: preparing dental practitioners to meet the oral health needs of America in the 21st century. J Dent Educ. 1999;63(8):615-625.
[2] Elicherla, N. R., Saikiran, K. V., Anchala, K., Elicherla, S. R., & Nuvvula, S. (2024). Evaluation of the effectiveness of tell-show-do and ask-tell-ask in the management of dental fear and anxiety: a double-blinded randomized control trial. Journal of dental anesthesia and pain medicine, 24(1), 57–65. https://doi.org/10.17245/jdapm.2024.24.1.57
[3] Bromberg N, Brizuela M. Dental Cone Beam Computed Tomography. [Updated 2023 Apr 19]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK592390/