He cultivated a passion for helping others during his undergraduate studies at Wofford College. After graduating, Dr. McKinney attended the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Dr. McKinney believes in patient-centered care by understanding that each patient is unique, and he seeks to exceed their goals and expectations. He has been blessed with several amazing mentors who pushed him to strive toward excellence. This has transferred to his passion for dentistry, where he has far exceeded the minimum required hours of continued education.

Dr. McKinney is married to his beautiful wife Brittney, and together they have a four-year-old son (Cooper) and a one-year-old daughter (Collins). The McKinney family is involved with their local church and they have a passion for giving back to their community. When he’s not at the office, Dr. McKinney enjoys fishing, golfing, fitness, and spending time outside with his family.