Franklin Hines

Franklin Hines is an Assistant Professor at the Dental College of Georgia, affiliated with the Department of Orthodontics. He holds certifications from the Georgia Board of Dentistry and the American Board of Orthodontics, alongside advanced academic training in orthodontics.

• Education: MS in Orthodontics/Orthodontology (Georgetown University, 1981), DMD in Dentistry (Medical University of South Carolina, 1978), BS in Chemistry (University of South Carolina, 1974)

Research interests span orthodontic diagnostics, craniofacial deformities, dentofacial malocclusions, surgical orthodontics, and evidence-based treatment planning. His work focuses on clinical orthodontics, including diagnostics, finishing techniques, and literature review.

Professional service includes active membership in organizations such as the American Association of Orthodontists, American College of Dentists, American Dental Association, and regional societies. His publications address niche orthodontic challenges like missing teeth management and radiographic evaluation of avulsed teeth.