Meet Dr. Hawkins
Dr. Hawkins has been practicing at Dental Excellence since 1987. He and his assistants Dianne, Alison, Kim and Aid have worked together for 25 years. They create a caring and progressive practice where patients become "family". This team enjoys restoring smiles through all phases of dentistry with state-of-the-art procedures focused on cosmetics and implants.
Dr. Hawkins received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Missouri. He then attended UMKC School of Dentistry.
Dr. Hawkins enjoys seeking out challenging continuing education opportunities. He has completed course work with Clinical Research Associates in Utah, Pacific Aesthetic Continuum in ceramic veneers in San Francisco, and Nobel Biocare mini-residency in implants in Los Angeles. Dr. Hawkins attends the annual conferences of the Academy of Osseointegration (implants) and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in which he holds memberships. He also attends the American Dental Association annual conference. Dr. Hawkins is a member of the Missouri Dental Association and the Greater Kansas City Dental Association.
He is a participant in Dental For Kids, a dental care program for underserved children through the Blue Springs School District and provides dental treatment to children in the network at no charge. He served at El Refugio Orphanage while on a health mission to Honduras.
Dr. Hawkins enjoys spending time with his wife and two children in the outdoors. Whenever possible, he enjoys hiking, swimming, snow skiing and scuba diving. He enjoys training for triathlons and competes in regional and occasionally, national events. He also enjoys reading history when time permits.
Dr. Hawkins is your experienced Independence MO Cosmetic Dentist, contact our office today to schedule your first appointment!
