Originally from Biloxi, Mississippi, Dr. Dean Lankford attended the University of Florida, receiving a Bachelor of Science with Cum Laude in Nutrition. He then attended Dental School at the Prestigious Boston University Goldman School of DentalMedicine, receiving his DMD with Cum Laude. He is an active member in the dental community, attending courses often to broaden his knowledge and awareness in the field of dentistry.
Dr. Lankford is certified in traditional orthodontics and Invisalign. He also is a certified Lumineers provider, and has taken several other courses in cosmetic dentistry. He is an active speaker for several dental companies, including topics on lasers, esthetics, and biomimetic dentistry. His passion for people and advancements in dentistry fuel his desire to continue learning and teaching often. He attends dental conferences often and has been a presiding chair at the Yankee DentalCongress, held in Boston, MA each year.
Dr. Lankford is a member of the American DentalAssociation, Academy of GeneralDentistry, American Board of Family dentistry, Texas DentalSociety, as well as several local and regional dental associations and study clubs, and heads a NobelBiocare study club. He enjoys spending his free time golfing, woodworking and relaxing with his wife and kids.