Mitchell L. Collins, D.D.S, M.D.

Oral Surgeon in Conway, AR

Dr. Mitchell Collins is a dual-degree, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 30 years of experience and training in the field. This means he has both a dental and a medical degree, and he has been certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

After receiving his undergraduate degree from Arkansas Tech, he received his DDS from the University of Tennessee, where he ranked first in his class. After dental school, he went on to receive a full medical degree from the University of Alabama, graduating cum laude, in the 94th percentile of his class. He then participated in an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery internship, a General Surgery internship, and achieved senior residency status in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, also at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

After his training was complete, Dr. Collins decided to come back to Arkansas in 1994, to open his private practice. He continued to strive for excellence in oral and maxillofacial surgery by participating in many continuing education opportunities. He encourages continuing education for his entire staff, and he has also been featured in various dental and oral surgery publications.

Dr. Collins also loves to teach. He is continuously investing in his staff, sharing his knowledge and challenging them to learn all they can in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery. In 2025, he joined the staff at Lyon College of Dental Medicine as an Adjunct Professor. This is the first dental school in the State of Arkansas. Dr. Collins instructs the students in basic oral surgery techniques, dental implants, and medical emergencies. He also assists the students with medical evaluations of the patients that come for dental services. Dr. Collins enjoys teaching and watching the next generation of dental professionals learn and apply their skills.    

After many years as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he still enjoys seeing how happy patients are after receiving a new smile, and he continues to be passionate about providing the best possible care for each and every patient that comes into our office.

Education

• Arkansas Tech University
• University of Tennessee – College of Dentistry
• University of Alabama – School of Medicine

Residency

• University of Alabama at Birmingham

Certification(s)

• American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Fellow American Board of Cosmetic Surgery

Hobbies

• Sports
• Travel
• Family