Dr. Kenneth Hinds received his D.D.S. degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 1983.
He has lectured nationally and internationally on interdisciplinary treatment planning, implant and esthetic dentistry. He is a former clinical instructor at his alma mater and currently, he is a visiting lecturer at the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry.
Dr. Hinds has dedicated his career to optimal patient care and teaching. He has proudly presented over 3000 hours of courses to his colleagues.
Dr. Hinds has written numerous articles, in peer reviewed journals, relating to the restorative aspects of implant dentistry. As well as consulting for new product development, he has published and obtains patents on complete implant systems.
Dr. Hinds is a fellow and served as the president of the Academy of Osseointegration, the premier organization focusing on Implant Dentistry with over 6000 members. In 2005, he was appointed to program chairman, selecting invited speakers and topics for their annual scientific session of over 2000 attendees.
Dr. Hinds is also involved in several advanced professional organizations including the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics, Interdisciplinary Dental/Facial Treatment Seminars and the Osseointegration Study Club of Southern California. He has always been an active member of the California Dental Association, Orange County Dental Society and the American Dental Association.
As a resident of Orange County for over 40 years, Dr. Hinds enjoys practicing dentistry with his wife, Candy, a registered dental assistant. He currently has a full-time private practice in Laguna Niguel, California emphasizing comprehensive, cosmetic and implant dentistry.