We are committed to improving the oral health of the communities we serve by providing excellent clinical care and progressive technology in a safe environment. We have assembled an outstanding team that puts patients at the center of everything we do, which is the key to improved outcomes and a great experience. At Michigan Oral Surgeons, you come first.
Dr. Paul C. Lopez, Dr. Anthony Fasi, and Dr. Christopher Sanker improve oral health outcomes and enhance the patient experience by providing compassionate and dedicated care. Renowned for their oral surgery expertise and friendly chairside manner, our doctors treat a variety of conditions for patients of all ages.
We are proud to have assembled a skilled and friendly team that places their focus directly on the patient. With a team-based approach to care, we are committed to improving your oral health and making sure you have a memorable experience.
Dr. Paul C. Lopezs top priority is to provide outstanding surgical treatment for every patient. As a board-certified oral surgeon and father of four, he understands the apprehension that can accompany oral surgery and strives to provide the same top-rated service and treatment he would provide to his own children.
Dr. Lopez was inspired to pursue the dentistry field while working at a neuro-rehabilitation facility. He fell in love with the complexity of restoring both function and aesthetics to the mouth and face. He decided to pursue oral and maxillofacial surgery because he enjoyed the challenge presented by this broad subspecialty and the transformational results that can be achieved.
Dr. Lopez comes to Michigan Oral Surgeons with a wealth of knowledge and experience gained throughout his training. While studying at Michigan, he was presented with several awards, including the Ida Gray Award, which is given to a member of the dental school community who has contributed to creating a multicultural climate of care, acceptance, and welcome. He also earned the Chalmers J. Lyons Academy Award in Excellence in Oral Surgery.
Dr. Lopez attended the University of Connecticut for his undergraduate degree and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Neurobiology. After college, Dr. Lopez chose to continue his education by attending the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS). He went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School.
Dr. Lopez has received specialty training in dentoalveolar reconstruction and corrective jaw surgery and received three consecutive U of M Medical School Bronze Beeper Awards, which are presented to resident physicians who exemplify the high standards of medical student education, leadership, and patient care. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial residency at the University of Michigan Hospital System.
Dr. Anthony Fasi felt his calling to become an oral surgeon when he saw the life-changing capabilities of the field. He loves helping people in a tangible way and finds patient satisfaction to be the most rewarding part of his job. To Dr. Fasi, it is a pleasure and an honor to serve the Southeast Michigan community.
Dr. Anthony Fasi has lived in Michigan since he was 6 years old. Growing up, Dr. Fasi had dreams of becoming a science teacher and pursued biology in college. It wasnt until he met someone who was pursuing dental school and learned more about it that he realized he was interested in dentistry. He volunteered at an oral surgeons office and discovered his love for the specialty.
Oral surgery appealed to Dr. Fasi because of the unique surgical aspect that allowed him to do immediate reconstructions and other treatments on patients. He was intrigued by the idea that he could earn a degree in a field that allowed him to have an immediate and positive effect on patients lives. He loves working in a practice where he can set his own goals and work every day toward achieving them with multiple patients.
Dr. Fasi completed his undergraduate degree at Michigan State University in 2004, where he majored in Human Biology. After discovering his interest in dentistry during college, Dr. Fasi chose to attend dental school at the University of Michigan. After earning his dental degree, Dr. Fasi decided to stay put and complete his oral and maxillofacial residency at the University of Michigan as well. When he was a fourth-year resident, he met Dr. Lopez, who was then the chief. He spent time volunteering and eventually caught Dr. Lopezs attention.
In his spare time, Dr. Fasi loves to travel. His family is originally from Malta, and he loves returning to Europe to see relatives and explore some of his favorite spots. He also enjoys photography, and he is always looking for new places to capture.
Dr. Christopher Sanker loves making a personal connection with his patients and believes in treating his patients like he would treat his own family. As a highly skilled oral surgeon, he is inspired to solve problems, improve health outcomes, and work toward every personalized treatment goal.
Dr. Christopher Sanker was born in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. After completing college, Dr. Sanker decided to take a year off to explore Ecuador and work in a dental clinic. His mom had advised him to look into dentistry, and he was inspired by both her encouragement and by the advice that was given to him by a friends father, who was a dentist. After realizing he had an interest in the dental field, he chose to go to dental school. It wasnt until he completed a 1-year general practice residency that he realized he was more interested in surgery. He enjoyed spending time with the people in the oral and maxillofacial surgery program and liked that he was able to get a wide scope of training and experience, which always kept things interesting.
Dr. Sanker loves working at Michigan Oral Surgeons because its a fun practice and allows him to help a wide range of people. For Dr. Sanker, oral surgery is like solving a puzzle, and its extremely satisfying when he can find the solution and help a patient in need. Surgery allows him to actively and continuously improve the lives of his patients.
Dr. Sanker attended Kalamazoo College for his undergraduate career, where he graduated in 2003 with a bachelors degree in biology. Following his year off in Ecuador at a dental clinic, Dr. Sanker chose the University of Michigan for dental school. It was here that he met and formed a lasting friendship with Dr. Lopez.
After earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) from dental school, Dr. Sanker was fortunate enough to enter a program that allowed him to complete an oral and maxillofacial residency and medical school at the same time. When he completed both, he was honored to join our oral and maxillofacial team.
In his spare time, Dr. Sanker loves spending time with his family and friends. Raising his young daughter is a full time work of love, but when he has the chance, he loves to travel. He has been to Ecuador, South America, Korea, and all over Europe. He also loves to cook and finds simple joy in grocery shopping at Costco.