Dr. Craig A. Hayes, Jr.
Dr. Hayes is from Nevada, MO and recently joined Joplin Dental Care in June 2011. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2002 with a BA in Biology . In 2007, he received his dental degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. After graduation, Dr. Hayes began his Naval career at Naval Hospital Great Lakes completing a one year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. After 4 years of Naval service Dr. Hayes and his family made the decision to move back to SW Missouri. Dr. Hayes had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Thompson and his staff and accepted a position at Joplin Dental Care.
Dr. Hayes has been married to his high school sweetheart since 2003 and they have 2 children, Craig and Audrey. He enjoys playing many sports and closely follows the Missouri Tigers, as well as spending time outdoors hunting deer, turkey, and elk. Although he is no longer on active duty in the US Navy, Dr. Hayes is a true Patriot and has tremendous respect for those who have served.
Dr. Hayes is excited to be joining the staff at Joplin Dental Care and provide high quality dentistry to patients while learning from Dr. Thompson and his 30 years of dental practice. He has earned over 400 units of Continuing Education in 4 years and keeps up on the latest in dentistry to ensure the best care to patients.
Memberships
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- DOCS Member
Qualifications
- ACLS Certified
- Dental Oral Conscious Sedation Certified
- Invisalign Certified
