Dr. Hankins, a native of Arkadelphia, has been in private practice in Arkadelphia for 25 years. he received his DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas in 1979. He received a BS degree in Biology from Ouachita Baptist University in 1975.

Dr. Hankins is committed to continuing education and perfecting his skills. He has completed advanced training at the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Studies in St. Petersburg, Florida, and the Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education in Key Biscayne, Florida. Both institutes are recognized internationally for their commitment to excellence in dentistry and training in advanced cosmetic and restorative techniques which include correcting and stabilizing patients with TMJ dysfunction. Dr. Hankins has studied under Dr. Walter Turbyfil, an internationally recognized dentist in the field of removable prostodontics, where he learned a functional impression technique for dentures and partial dentures which enhances stability and appearance for the denture patient.

In 1990 Dr. Hankins was recognized by the American Dental Association for his volunteerism to the people of Brazil. Dr. Hankins has volunteered his dental services in the countries of Brazil, Guatemala, Honduras, and Dominican Republic.

Dr. Hankins is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Arkansas State Dental Association, the Southwest Arkansas Dental Society, and is on staff at Baptist Medical Center in Arkadelphia.

Dr. Hankins and his wife, Beverly, have two children. They are members of the First Baptist Church of Arkadelphia, and they also volunteer with an international prison ministry, Kairos International.

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Guatemala 2004

Guatemala 2004

Honduras 2005

Honduras 2005