Dr. Tanika Hale, DDS, FAGD earned her dental degree from Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry and is a proud New Orleans Westbank native and U.S. Air Force veteran. Her passion for dentistry began during her military service, where she trained as a dental assistant and prophylaxis… Dr. Tanika Hale, DDS, FAGD earned her dental degree from Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry and is a proud New Orleans Westbank native and U.S. Air Force veteran. Her passion for dentistry began during her military service, where she trained as a dental assistant and prophylaxis technician. She later completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi, further advancing her clinical skills. Dr. Hale has nearly two decades of experience in military and clinical dentistry. In 2023, she earned her Fellowship with the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)—a distinction held by only about 6% of dentists nationwide—demonstrating her commitment to continuing education and staying at the forefront of modern dental care. She provides a wide range of treatments, including crown and bridge work and implant-supported prostheses, and is dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that supports long-term oral health. Read more