Dr. Wilkinson has a true passion for dentistry. With over two decades of experience, he has gained the technical skills to provide his patients with healthy, beautiful, long-lasting smiles! He also enjoys attending continuing education courses to remain on the cutting edge of dental technology.
A native of central Illinois, Dr. Wilkinson moved to Springfield after graduating from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 1998. He was drawn to the Ozarks because of his love for the outdoors. He and his family love calling Missouri home!
Dr. Wilkinson has always felt that people should be able to relax when they come to the dentist. He believes in taking time to discuss all options with a patient, allowing them to make decisions in full confidence that he and his staff can provide dental care that is functional, feels good, and looks great.
Dr. Gardner spent his growing up years in the heart of Tucson, Arizona with his parents and five siblings. He received his undergraduate education at Brigham Young University in Utah, then headed back to Arizona to attend the dental program at Midwestern University in Glendale. He was one of four students who received the Deans Clinician Award for outstanding clinical skills upon earning his Doctorate of Dental Medicine. Dr. Gardners training in cosmetic dentistry and the latest dental technology made him the perfect candidate to join our team of doctors here at Wilkinson Dental, and he relocated his family to southwest Missouri in 2021.
In our office, Dr. Gardner performs all types of family, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. He is committed to excellence in his craft and loves working with his hands to fix thingsa passion he discovered at a young age but is most passionate about his patients. Dr. Gardners focus is to build real, trusting relationships with his patients and help them feel comfortable on their dental journey. His standard is to keep patients involved and educated throughout the treatment process, which enables them to make confident decisions about their oral health. We might add that Dr. Gardners other great passion is cracking jokes, which he can be found doing all over the office on a daily basis! Dr. Gardners vibrant personality, attentive care, and wealth of knowledge are sure to brighten your visit here at Wilkinson Dental.
When not at the office, Dr. Gardner spends his time with his wife and two children. They enjoy going out in nature, trying out new restaurants, watching Shark Tank, and participating in activities with their church. They love calling southwest Missouri and Wilkinson Dental their home!
Dr. Hamby grew up in the small town of Picher, Oklahoma with his parents and six siblings. He was an inquisitive child who loved science, math, and solving problems, which led him to his first career as a Plastics Engineer. He worked in the engineering field for 12 years before deciding he wanted a more hands-on career. After shadowing a dentist during a mission trip to Brazil, he knew dentistry was the field he wanted to pursue, and hasnt looked back since! He received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at A.T. Still University before relocating to the Springfield area to join our practice in 2020.
Dr. Hamby performs all types of family, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, and specializes in root canal treatment and implants. Dr. Hamby enjoys the science behind dental restorations, and his engineering background enables him to approach dentistry with an excellent technical mind. He is also fulfilled by interacting with his patients and helping them reach their ideal smile results, whether through tooth replacement options like implants and crown restorations, or by helping his patients find relief from tooth pain or infection. Dr. Hambys passion for dentistry and warm yet meticulous nature make him an outstanding provider within our practice!
Outside the office, Dr. Hamby enjoys staying active through activities like golfing, curling, hunting, fishing, camping, and working out. He also plays drums and guitar and has enjoyed playing music with the worship team at his church. Dr. Hamby is married with 3 kids and 6 grandkids and loves spending time with his growing family.
The Wilkinson Dental team is committed to providing a comfortable and effective patient experience. We are proud to offer a relaxing office environment unlike anything you have ever experienced. Above all else, we look forward to providing the care you need and developing long-lasting relationships with you and your family.
