Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Reid Fawcett is a general dentist at River Dental in Springdale, Arkansas. He grew up in Sherwood, Arkansas, and now lives in Northwest Arkansas. Dr. Fawcett decided to become a dentist because several of the people he looked up to were in the dental profession. He knew they were good people and had a mindset for helping others, and he wanted to be like them and help his community. He graduated from the University of Arkansas. He then attended University of Missouri in Kansas City for dental school! Dr. Fawcett is a member of the American Student Dental Association, American Dental Education Association, and American Dental Association.

Dr. Fawcett is the son of two high school teachers, and he has a brother that is 8 years younger than him. He also has a girlfriend, and he is searching for a dog to add to his family. In his free time, Dr. Fawcett enjoys attending Arkansas Razorback athletic events, reading books, working out in the gym, or playing golf with his friends.

Dr. Bentley Banister is a compassionate dentist dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to the community of Springdale, Arkansas. Born and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Dr. Banister’s journey into dentistry was fueled by a passion for helping others and a love for hands-on problem-solving.

After completing his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Banister pursued his dream of becoming a dentist at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. Despite the challenges, he found fulfillment in the rigorous academic environment, which he believes equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of dentistry.

During his time in Memphis, Dr. Banister not only honed his clinical expertise but also formed lifelong friendships and met his beloved wife, Delaney. Together, they share their home with their cherished dog, Stella.

Dr. Banister finds immense joy in his profession, particularly in witnessing the transformation of his patients’ smiles and overall well-being. At River Dental, he is committed to delivering personalized care that exceeds expectations and leaves a lasting impact on his patients’ lives.