When it comes to something as intimate and personal as your smile, your dentist should be compassionate, empathetic, and easy to relate to. Dr. Christine Hopkins fits this description perfectly. Dental patients, even those who are nervous about seeing the dentist, find themselves at ease because of Dr. Hopkinss friendliness, as well as her extensive knowledge and experience in dentistry. They know that Dr. Hopkins and the Advanced Dental Center in Plano is the right choice for their dental services. She is excited to help you achieve a great smile.
Picture a maestro, a master musician, who is able to create beautiful music. Her masterful grasp of music means she need only know the function of each instrument in order to compose a beautiful symphony. When it comes to your smile and dental care for your family, Dr. Hopkins is just such a virtuoso.
An award-winning graduate from the nations top dental school, Dr. Hopkins elected to attend three additional years of advanced education in order to become a prosthodontist. As a prosthodontist, she possesses a deep understanding about the complex structure of the mouth and jaw, as well as the latest dental materials and technologies.
Combined with her knowledge in other disciplines, including orthodontics and oral surgery, she is able to treat even the most difficult cases by leading a team of experts with multiple specialties to provide her patients with complete, comprehensive dental care. In addition to treating dental patients in her Plano TX practice, Dr. Hopkins lectures regularly and is a member of several prestigious organizations, including:
In an ever-advancing field, Dr. Hopkins avidly stays on the dental forefront through continuing education (CE) courses. Dr. Hopkins often finds herself lecturing as an instructor, yet she also delights in each chance to learn new techniques and technologies from esteemed colleagues. She knows the opportunity to expand her knowledge ultimately means the best treatment possible for her patients in Plano
Dr. Hopkins is involved in the lives of her patients, even outside the doors of the Advanced Dental Center in Plano. This dedication is reflected in her contributions and volunteering in her community.
Dr. Hopkins enjoys vacations to the beach, road trips, and other family outings with her husband, son, and daughter. She also enjoys gardening, classical music, piano playing (classically trained), and hiking. Her dream is to visit all the U.S. national parks in her life-time.
'I have been going to Dr. Hopkins for years now. I was looking for a general dentist but also a doctor that also had a prosthodontist background so any major work that I would require in the future could be done by the doctor who has regularly worked on me. Dr Hopkins has met and even exceeded my expectations in oral care.'
Elizabeth graduated from Midwestern State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Her dental experience includes periodontics, orthodontics, general practice, and now prosthodontics with Dr. Hopkins.
Elizabeth has been with the dental office of Advanced Dental Center for over seven years and she loves working with all of her wonderful patients. She is passionate about educating her patients and helping them maintain their oral health. She knows the difference a healthy smile can make in a persons life and she is proud to help patients achieve the smile they deserve.
Elizabeth values continuous education and training. Her certifications include CPR, Sealants, Nitrous Oxide, and OHSA. She also has additional training focusing on periodontal disease & laser treatment, oral cancer & diseases, TMJ disorders & treatment options, and Invisalign.
In her free time, Elizabeth loves spending time with her friends and family including her husband, Manny, and their son, Reilly. Elizabeth has an admiration for the arts and she enjoys painting, crafts, and floral work. Elizabeth also feels its important to give back and she does volunteer work for Childrens Medical Center and the Global Aid Network Mission where she helps with numerous medical/dental issues for those in need throughout the world.
Carin is dedicated to helping her patients and providing them with the dental care they need and deserve. Carin loves getting to know her patients and she finds it incredibly rewarding seeing how their lives change with a new, healthy smile.
Carin feels its important to continue to learn and train in order to better care for her patients. In addition to her RDA certification she also Nitrous Oxide certified. Carin also has training in dental photography as well as working with radiographs to better identify diseases of the teeth and oral cavity.