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Dr. Dudley M. Hodgkins is a Board Certified Orthodontist who received his Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Southern Methodist University and both his Doctor of Dental Surgery and Master of Science in Dentistry, with certification in Pediatric Dentistry, from Baylor Dental College. After five years of private practice in pediatric dentistry, Dr. Hodgkins pursued his interest in orthodontics and growth and development and returned to school to complete his Orthodontic Specialty training at the University of Louisville Dental College. Upon receiving his certification, he moved to Austin with his wife, Deborah, and one year old son, James. Since that time, he has continuously strived to provide his patients with the most advanced and comprehensive orthodontic treatment available. The combination of the dual specialties of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics puts Dr. Hodgkins in an excellent position to recognize and understand early childhood and adolescent growth patterns. |
 Dr. Hodgkins holds the Invisalign Premier Provider Elite status, a designation earned by approximately 1% of all Invisalign practitioners in North America.Dr. Hodgkins obtained his Board Certification in Orthodontics in 1995. He is a member of numerous prestigious organizations including the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics, as well as many others. He has been an assistant professor in pediatric dentistry at Baylor Dental College, on staff at Children's Medical Center and director of the Dental Clinic at Denton State School. Born in Dallas and raised in Arlington, Texas, Dr. Hodgkins had started on his path to dentistry by high school. By his senior year, he had won Regional Science Fair honors and the Fort Worth District Dental Society Award. An Eagle Scout, Dr. Hodgkins has served in leadership positions, including both Cubs and Boy Scouts. He is a past recipient of the AISD Oak Tree Award and has donated time with the Cleft Lip Palate Team of Children's Hospital. In his spare time, Dr. Hodgkins enjoys golf, boating, computers, guitars and painting. Professional Affiliations:
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