Meet the Doctor

As a dentist, I believe that exceptional dentistry can make a difference in anyone seeking a more confident smile. As YOUR dentist, I look forward to giving you the dental experience that you deserve.

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“My practice philosophy is to combine the best possible dental care for my patients while using the most modern procedures and equipment available in dentistry. I look forward to helping you achieve the best in oral health. ”

- Dr. Gardner Wade

Education

I have been a practicing dentist since 2004, but my journey toward becoming a dentist began years before:

1998 - graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree
2002 - summer externship in Atoyac, Mexico
2003 - completed my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry
2004 - completed a general practice residency at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn, NY (New York)
2013 - Graduate of Kois Center

Continuing Education

Things are always changing in the dental field! As technology advances and more people realize the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene, it’s important to stay current on the latest trends in order to continue offering my patients the best care possible. To keep up on all the advancements in dentistry, I stay involved in continuing education, and have completed over 1000 hours of continuing education since completing my dental school education.

Dental Associations and Community Memberships

I am a member of several industry associations and community organizations, including:

American Dental Association (ADA)
Academy of General Dentistry
Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity Graduate Chapters of New York and Baton Rouge
Greater Baton Rouge Dental Association
Continuing Dental Education of Baton Rouge

In addition, I have been published in The Journal of the American Dental Association (November 2003); I was named the Woodhull Hospital Chief Resident in 2004, and awarded the American Student Dental Association Leadership Award in 2003. In 1998, I was accepted into Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society.