Dr. Brian Hastings is a lifelong resident of Mattoon and graduated Mattoon High School in 1976. After graduating from Lake Land College, he completed his undergraduate education and received a teaching degree from Eastern Illinois University. In 1992 he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee and joined his father, Dr. Jerry Hastings in practice.
Dr. Brian Hastings is president of the Eastern Illinois Dental Society and an active member of the American Dental Association and the Illinois State Dental Society. He is married and has three grown sons, one of whom has recently joined the family practice. His hobbies include baseball, basketball, hunting and fishing. He and his wife, Wendy, also enjoy traveling. He is an avid Cardinals and Illini fan.
Dr. Myles Hastings enjoys providing comprehensive dentistry to families and patients of all ages from talking about dinosaurs and Disney princesses while working with young children to planning complex full-mouth rehabilitations, extracting wisdom teeth, completing smile makeovers and placing and restoring dental implants on adults.
Myles is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. Myles is dedicated to his patients and takes time to get to know you to best understand your concerns and to deliver the best care tailored to your needs and desires. Myles is the grandson of the late Dr. Jerry Hastings and the son of Dr. Brian Hastings making him a third generation dentist.
Myles strives to stay up to date on the latest treatment options and technological advancements in dentistry. As a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society and serving on the Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital Foundation Board, Myles is active in organized dentistry and the local community. Myles also enjoys giving educational talks to school groups and other organizations (requests may be made by calling the office).
When not at work Myles enjoys spending time with his wife Molly and two young children Claire and Brooks. Myles loves cooking, watching movies and sports (especially Cardinals, Illini and Packers), and studying history and paleontology. Follow @drmyleshastings on Instagram
Dr. Chris Havlik graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. Following his undergrad, he completed dental school at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in June of 2019. Dr. Havlik received the Student Award of Merit from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and a Certificate of Recognition from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry for outstanding achievement.
Born and raised in Mattoon, IL, Dr. Havlik enjoys serving patients in and around the community and getting to know the familiar faces at our practice. Outside of work, Dr. Havlik's interests include golf, baseball (Cubs!) and coaching/umpiring men's baseball. He is engaged to marry Mattoon native, Megan Randolph (pictured), in May, 2020.
For over 55 years across three generations of dentists, weve been here for our patients providing personalized dental care in the comfort of a practice that feels like home! As long as our doors are open, our family is here for yours.
A legacy you can trust Hastings & Havlik Family Dentistry was first established by the late Dr. Jerry Hastings in 1966 and joined by Dr. Bill Havlik in 1980 and Jerry's son, Dr. Brian Hastings in 1991. Recently, we welcomed a third generation: Drs. Myles Hastings and Christopher Havlik, who now proudly practice alongside their fathers. As a family-run practice, we understand the value in having a trustworthy dental home for your entire family, and we promise that as long as our doors are open, our family will be here for yours. Ours is a legacy you can trust.
Personal relationships that last a lifetime You will notice immediately, its all about family and relationships at our office. Our doctors and staff want to get to know you personally so we can provide the best care for you. We do this by taking the time to listen. As we do, we build healthy smiles and relationships that last a lifetime. When you join our dental practice, you join our dental family.
A safe and comfortable environment We want you to be as safe and comfortable as possible during your dental visit. Our infection control protocols are top-notch and our office environment is warm and inviting it feels like coming home! We recognize that some have a difficult time at the dentist, and we want you to know that were here for you. We will work at a comfortable pace and pay attention to your needs. Our gentle touch and friendly faces will surely put you at ease.
Big-city technology with a home-town feel Weve been in the business a long time, and we know that technology is constantly changing. In order to provide the best care for you, were updating right along with it! However, just because we stay on the cutting-edge with tech like our CEREC machine for same-day restorations or our cone beam scanner for improved diagnosis in root canal therapy and implant surgery doesnt mean weve lost our small-town feel. You get the best of both worlds here!
Dentistry at the highest standard of quality Our legacy of generational care extends to the quality of our care. We are known for always doing our very best! In every treatment and service, we work with accuracy and precision, seeking the best possible solutions while keeping your individual needs in mind. We also take the time to thoroughly educate our patients so you can feel comfortable during treatment and confident in our work. Every member of our team is expected to meet a high standard of care and you will see the difference it makes.
Comprehensive dentistry under one roof Did you know we can see the whole family here? Thats right! No more running around from practice to practice. From routine general and cosmetic dentistry to more complex treatments in endodontics, orthodontics and implant dentistry, we make it easy and convenient for your entire family to receive comprehensive care under one roof! Our family is ready and able to serve yours!
From the experience of your dentist to the cost of your procedure, we encourage you to look at every detail and learn as much as you can about dental implants before choosing a dentist. Here are 10 things to consider before getting a dental implant.
There’s a reason dental implants are quickly becoming the most popular treatment for missing n teeth, and thats because the results are stunning. We carefully diagnose and plan every implant n procedure to ensure each one results in a natural-looking and comfortably fitting tooth n restoration
HOW DOES IT WORK? To begin the implant process, a metal post is surgically positioned into the jaw. This post will act as a permanent root for the implanted tooth. Once it is in place and the surrounding bone and tissue have healed, the restoration is completed with a beautiful crown that looks, acts and feels like a natural tooth.
X-GUIDE NAVIGATION SYSTEM for improved accuracy and safety We use the X-Guide Navigation System to elevate control and precision when planning and placing a dental implant. Better control throughout the entire treatment also means few incisions, less pain and faster healing for our patients with more functional and aesthetically pleasing results.
When considering dental implant placement, its important to choose the most experienced hand. Our doctors can handle both simple and complex cases. Our dedicated doctors pay extraordinary attention to detail and will ensure that they provide only the best results for you.
Our doctors have earned additional specialty training in implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, conscious oral sedation, and orthodontics. They can restore dental implants in-office and do so with high-quality results that look and feel natural.
A price you can afford We dont want the cost of an implant to keep you from receiving the treatment you need. Our team offers various financing options to make dental implants more affordable, and we will work with you to create a payment plan that meets your needs and budget.
We treat you like family. As with any treatment you receive at our office, we will look after you from start to finish. Our caring team will remain attentive to your needs and work at a pace that is appropriate for you to ensure your comfort and confidence through each step of your procedure. You will be treated like family.
A plan in place. Placing a dental implant is a form of surgery, and with any surgery it is typical to experience various forms of discomfort including swelling, bruising, pain and minor bleeding. We have post-procedure tips to share to ensure your recovery goes as smoothly as possible, and if appropriate, we can prescribe medication to lessen any pain.
WE HAVE A SOLUTION While dental implants are highly successful, occasionally an implant will fail to fuse with the bone. We dont hide details like this from our patients. If by chance your implant fails, we have a plan in place to remove the implant and clean up the bone. With your needs in mind, we may recommend a repeat procedure down the road.
Dental implants are an oral surgery procedure that typically require multiple visits to the dentist. The implant process involves removal of the damaged tooth, preparation of the jawbone, and placement of the implant, abutment and artificial tooth with healing time in between. Knowing what to expect for each procedure is paramount to your comfort and confidence, and our team will explain the entire timeline before treatment begins.
Missing teeth can make talking, chewing and even smiling difficult. If youre ready for a full, functional smile, you may be a perfect candidate for dental implants a permanent and stable solution to missing teeth. Thanks to leading technology, more and more patients are qualifying for dental implant placement. Good candidates include patients who:
One-on-One Doctor-Patient Education We will explain all the details of your oral health in an easy-to-understand manner and go over the entire treatment process. We will answer any questions you might have.
