Raul O. Franco, DDS grew up in Colorado Springs and earned his bachelors degree in Biochemistry from the University of Nebraska Lincoln. He earned his Doctor of Dentistry from the University of Nebraska Medicine College of Dentistry. During dental school Dr. Franco commissioned as an officer in the United States Air Force.
After graduating from dental school he was promoted to the rank of Captain and proceeded to serve 4 years on active duty. Dr. Franco completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency with the United States Air Force at Offutt, AFB in Omaha, NE. During his residency Dr. Franco completed over 150 hours of advanced education expanding his skill set to include dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, wisdom teeth removal, root canals, and a variety of advanced surgical procedures. After residency he was stationed at McConnell, AFB in Wichita, KS for three years. Serving his country remains one of his proudest accomplishments.
Dr. Franco is married to Allison Kern, DDS who grew up in Hastings. They recently had a baby boy! They could not be happier to be working together and starting a family in Hastings. It is an exciting time for both of them and they feel blessed to be part of this great community. They are excited to become involved and support the community.
Dr. Franco is a member of the American Dental Association, the Nebraska Dental Association, and the Southeast District Dental Society. He is committed to providing the highest quality of care to his patients and believes building a relationship based on trust with his patients and their families is essential. Integrity First is an Air Force core value that he is committed to upholding at all times and under all circumstances for his patients and the community.
During their downtime Dr. Franco and Dr. Kern both enjoy outdoor activities especially boating, water skiing, and wakeboarding. Dr. Franco loves bowhunting, grilling, camping, and spending quality time with friends and family. They live an active lifestyle of biking, running, golfing and hiking. And of course they are both Husker fans! GO BIG RED!
Our talented dental assistants prioritize comfort and convenience for our patients. From restorative to cosmetic dentistry we are here to answer your questions and make you feel at ease during your visit. The experience and personalized care from our assistants help ensure you get the best results for your oral health.