Dr. Willard Hankins, Jr. graduated from Howard University College of Dentistry in 1987. Prior to studying at Howard University, he attended Occidental College. Dr. Hankins has been practicing for over 22 years, and has been in his current location for 14 years. Since he began practicing dentistry, Dr. Hankins has kept up to date on many continuing educational classes, ensuring that his patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care.
Dental Hygiene/Periodontal Health While at our office, we make sure that you receive the highest level of service and ensure that our dental work is of the highest quality. To ensure that you maintain great oral health, this level of quality needs to extend into your personal oral hygiene routine. We can help you establish a dental hygiene routine that will keep your teeth healthy and white. If you have any questions about your current hygiene plan please ask us.
Your teeth are not the only important part of your mouth. Your gums are essential to oral hygiene as well. We can provide periodontal cleanings and treatment, or refer you to one of our recommended specialists. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Oral cancer screenings are a very important part of the dental visit for the patient. With the advances in modern technology, we are now able to pinpoint the start of a potential problem much earlier in its evolution. The ability to do so is extremely important in being able to treat any issues prior to them becoming a major irreversible problem.
Certain lifestyle choices can have a great impact on the health of tissues and your overall health in the mouth. If you are a smoker or heavy drinker, make sure to get regular screenings when you visit the dentist.
Often there is plaque and tartar that accumulates below the gum line. In this scenario, we will clean and smooth this area with special instruments to ensure that the area is completely spotless. If this area is not kept clean the entire area can become irritated with the bacteria that resides in the tartar and plaque. It's very important to have your dentist check this area if you have bleeding during brushing.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 12 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestDouglas Leyva
2 years ago
Clean, friendly staff and you're in and out before you know it. Already recommended my family to switch
Douglas Leyva
3 years ago
Clean, friendly staff and you're in and out before you know it. Already recommended my family to switch
Ron Mazzella
3 years ago
I am 72 years old and I have seen my share of dentists. Dr. Hankins is always calm and confident. I never feel like I need to question what he is suggesting. In addition, I never feel like he is trying to make money on me. Some of the dentists I have seen are always trying to sell something. Dr. Hankins is honest, professional, and generally concerned about my well-being. Strongly recommend him as your dentist.
Ron Mazzella
4 years ago
I am 72 years old and I have seen my share of dentists. Dr. Hankins is always calm and confident. I never feel like I need to question what he is suggesting. In addition, I never feel like he is trying to make money on me. Some of the dentists I have seen are always trying to sell something. Dr. Hankins is honest, professional, and generally concerned about my well-being. Strongly recommend him as your dentist.
Janel Bilal
4 years ago
Very friendly and professional staff. Mrs. Norma is very helpful and Dr Hankins is personable, calm, and informative. I greatly appreciate the service I have received over the years.
Janel Bilal
5 years ago
Very friendly and professional staff. Mrs. Norma is very helpful and Dr Hankins is personable, calm, and informative. I greatly appreciate the service I have received over the years.
Andrea Taylor
5 years ago
I hate going to the dentist. My grandma convinced me to go see Dr. Hankin because he's the one who removed some of her teeth when she got her dentures. She said she didn't feel any pain and really liked him. So I made an appointment when a molar on the bottom that used to have a filling broke broke. He let me know that I needed a root canal. That immediately freaked me out but it was such an easy process. I heard so many bad things about root canals but it was painless. He didn't use gas on me; he just numbed me up and went to town. The only thing that kind of hurt was the injections of pain meds but he does a little trick so you barely feel the needle going in. In the end both molars on each side needed a root canal because the teeth were decaying under the ceramic fillings that I received as a kid. A year later he removed 3 of my wisdom teeth. He didn't knock me out. He numbed me up and while I listed to my iPod he got to work. 45 mins later I was home. I only took the Vicodin for 1/2 a day. It wasn't even the tooth pulling that hurt. It was the site of the injections. For some reason one injection area felt like agony but I think it was a nerve. After 1 Vicodin it went away and I didn't need the hardcore meds after that. Best dentist ever!
Raul Morales
5 years ago
I have been a satisfied patient for for about 18 years. Dr. Hankins is the best dentist I have ever had. He is patient and professional.He attended a great dental school at Howard University. He has saved me money too. The office does a great job in billing my insurance properly. I would refer this office to anyone.
Kelley Bates
5 years ago
Kind and fair! Friendly!
Vinny becker
5 years ago
I was generally pleased with Mr Willard Hankins and his friendly and helpful staff. Except for one rude and unprofessional staff member.. This woman needs to check her attitude or find another profession..
Kelley Bates
6 years ago
Kind and fair! Friendly!
Vinny becker
6 years ago
I was generally pleased with Mr Willard Hankins and his friendly and helpful staff. Except for one rude and unprofessional staff member.. This woman needs to check her attitude or find another profession..
Raul Morales
6 years ago
I have been a satisfied patient for for about 18 years. Dr. Hankins is the best dentist I have ever had. He is patient and professional.He attended a great dental school at Howard University. He has saved me money too. The office does a great job in billing my insurance properly. I would refer this office to anyone.
Andrea Taylor
6 years ago
I hate going to the dentist. My grandma convinced me to go see Dr. Hankin because he's the one who removed some of her teeth when she got her dentures. She said she didn't feel any pain and really liked him. So I made an appointment when a molar on the bottom that used to have a filling broke broke. He let me know that I needed a root canal. That immediately freaked me out but it was such an easy process. I heard so many bad things about root canals but it was painless. He didn't use gas on me; he just numbed me up and went to town. The only thing that kind of hurt was the injections of pain meds but he does a little trick so you barely feel the needle going in. In the end both molars on each side needed a root canal because the teeth were decaying under the ceramic fillings that I received as a kid. A year later he removed 3 of my wisdom teeth. He didn't knock me out. He numbed me up and while I listed to my iPod he got to work. 45 mins later I was home. I only took the Vicodin for 1/2 a day. It wasn't even the tooth pulling that hurt. It was the site of the injections. For some reason one injection area felt like agony but I think it was a nerve. After 1 Vicodin it went away and I didn't need the hardcore meds after that. Best dentist ever!
Theary Sdoerng
6 years ago
I'm 7 months pregnant with a toothache that hurts so bad and it happen right before the dentist was closing. They still took the time to see me right before closing. He have the most gentle hands to extract my broken tooth and gave me a shots that I couldn't feel any pain. The office and staff members are so caring and I recommend this dentist to all families.
Theary Sdoerng
7 years ago
I'm 7 months pregnant with a toothache that hurts so bad and it happen right before the dentist was closing. They still took the time to see me right before closing. He have the most gentle hands to extract my broken tooth and gave me a shots that I couldn't feel any pain. The office and staff members are so caring and I recommend this dentist to all families.
Erica Lizarde
7 years ago
Love my dentist! He is a perfectionist that will make your smile as good as it can be. Super gentle, quick, and painless. He's got hands made for dentistry.
Eddie Lizarde
7 years ago
Dental offices are probably my least favorite places in the world which is why finding a great dentist is so important to me. I was reffered to Dr Hankins office by a family member and even though it was a bit of a drive for me, I decided to give them a try. I am very happy to say that I found my new dentist! I went in for a long overdue root canal and though it was going to hurt. Dr. Hankins is a true master of his craft because I didn't feel a thing! The staff in the front were also very nice and professional (offered me water and made sure I was comfortable before and after the procedure) I already booked my next appointment to take care of a few cavities they found. By far the best dentist experience I've ever had
Erica Lizarde
8 years ago
Love my dentist! He is a perfectionist that will make your smile as good as it can be. Super gentle, quick, and painless. He's got hands made for dentistry.
Eddie Lizarde
8 years ago
Dental offices are probably my least favorite places in the world which is why finding a great dentist is so important to me. I was reffered to Dr Hankins office by a family member and even though it was a bit of a drive for me, I decided to give them a try. I am very happy to say that I found my new dentist! I went in for a long overdue root canal and though it was going to hurt. Dr. Hankins is a true master of his craft because I didn't feel a thing! The staff in the front were also very nice and professional (offered me water and made sure I was comfortable before and after the procedure) I already booked my next appointment to take care of a few cavities they found. By far the best dentist experience I've ever had
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