Dr. Micah Tanikawa
The Professional Side
Born and raised in Orange County, Dr. Micah Tanikawa earned his undergraduate degree from San Diego State University, where he discovered his passion for dentistry after founding a free dental clinic through the Flying Samaritans to provide care to underserved communities in Tijuana, Mexico. He went on to earn his DDM from Western University of Health Sciences. Dr. Tanikawa focuses on restorative and cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, implant placement and restoration, same-day crowns and bridges, and laser dentistry. He is an active member of the ADA, CDA, and OCDS and is committed to providing calm, compassionate care while treating every patient like family.
Favorite Things
- Playing golf
- Watching movies (favorite trilogy of all time is Lord of the Rings)
- Cooking with my wife, Karla
Favorite Products
- Sensodyne Pronamel toothpaste
- Philips Sonicare toothbrush
- Cocofloss
- ACT Zero Alcohol rinse
The Personal Side
Outside the office, Dr. Tanikawa enjoys spending time with his wife, Karla; his parents; and their two cats, Noodles and Sushi. He loves discovering new places to eat, traveling, golfing, and rock climbing. A former national and international competitor in Shotokan Karate, he is also a devoted Liverpool Football Club fan, with a bucket list goal of visiting England to watch a match at Anfield.
Learn More About Orange Grove Family Dentistry
Our goal is to help you achieve your best smile through preventative, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Use the links below to schedule an appointment, learn more about our office, or explore our preventative services.
