Thomas F. Trinkner, DDS, graduated from the The Ohio University College of Dentistry in 1983. Since 1984 he has maintained a private practice emphasizing comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry in Columbia, South Carolina. His focus is on cosmetic and complex rehabilitation cases.

Dr. Trinkner had been awarded Accredited Member status by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry for Excellence in the Art and Science of Cosmetic Dentistry. He was the first accredited member in South Carolina. He is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association.

Dr. Trinkner is a clinical instructor at New York University for The Aesthetic Advantage course taught by Dr. Larry Rosenthal and is currently a teaching assistant at the L.D. Panky Institute. He is also a clinical instructor for the General Residency Program at Richland Memorial Hospital in Columbia. He has been selected to serve on the Editorial Board of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Practical Periodontal and Aesthetic Dentistry and Signature Magazine. He continues to expand his education and stay abreast of the latest advances in esthetic and restorative dentistry.

Dr. Trinkner is actively involved in promoting quality care through local organizations, study clubs, and lecturing nationally and internationally. He maintains a private practice emphasizing comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry in Columbia, South Carolina. His educational materials include several journal articles recently published in national dental magazines.He lectures nationally and internationally.