Dr. Heather Stone Hopkins DMD, MS

Dr. Heather Hopkins earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Kentucky and her Master’s degree and Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of Louisville. She lives and practices in South Carolina, where she founded Tipping Point Orthodontic Solutions, an educational platform dedicated to advancing digital transformation and leadership in orthodontics. Dr. Hopkins currently serves as Chair of the AAO Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, leading national efforts to guide the responsible integration of AI in orthodontic practice. Her professional focus includes digital innovation, custom appliance design, and helping orthodontists align their practice culture with purpose-driven success, creating greater efficiency, fulfillment, and relief from the stress that comes with modern practice demands.