Dr Mark Tinney

Dr. Mark Tinney was born in Toca, Louisiana, located in southern St. Bernard parish. He grew up working with his family on shrimp and oyster boats, as he comes from a long line of commercial fisherman. That was where Dr. Tinney first learned the values of hard work and gained an appreciation for work ethic. After high school, Dr Tinney attended Southeastern Louisiana University where he graduated with honors. After graduation and before entering dental school, Dr Tinney worked with the global dental brigades and helped provide dentistry for the underserved people in the jungles of panama. It was on this trip that he saw firsthand how life changing and gratifying dentistry can be. Dr Tinney attended Louisiana State University School of dentistry where his passion for dentistry was born. He received the Southwest Academy Award for excellence in restorative dentistry upon his graduation. Dr Tinney continues to expand his knowledge of dentistry by attending continuing education courses on root canal procedures, dental implant placement, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Tinney currently lives in Metairie and is married to his wife Maddie. They just had a beautiful baby girl, Klara, and are enjoying spending time as a family of three. He is an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.