Originally from Bismarck, North Dakota, Dr. Chad Hoge received his bachelors degree in biology from Jamestown College in 2001 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center-College of Dentistry in 2005.
While in dental school, Dr. Chad completed an externship on a North Dakota Native American reservation and spent a great deal of time on pediatric dental treatment for the area children. This sparked a genuine interest in the field, and prompted him to continue his education at The Ohio State University-Nationwide Childrens Hospital. He completed a two-year pediatric dental residency while also earning a masters degree in 2007.
Dr. Chad is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, North Dakota Dental Association, and Southeast District Dental Society. In 2007, Dr. Chad received the Pugh Award, which is awarded to pediatric dentists who score in the top 3 percent on the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry written exam.
Dr. Chads greatest rewards in practice are communicating with children to make their dental experiences as positive as possible, and helping to educate parents about their childrens current and future oral health care needs.
Dr. Chad is a self-proclaimed sports nut and enjoys attending college and professional sporting events, playing golf, and reading. His favorite sports teams are the Los Angeles Lakers, St. Louis Rams, Nebraska Cornhuskers and The Ohio State Buckeyes. Dr. Chad and his wife, Mikala, have two beautiful daughters.
Dr. Mikala Hoge is a Lincoln, Nebraska native who, along with her husband Chad, specializes in pediatric dentistry. She earned her bachelors degree in biology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2001 and her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center-College of Dentistry in 2005. She practiced general dentistry for four years before deciding to pursue a specialty degree in pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Mikala always knew she eventually wanted to specialize in a particular field of dentistry. After she saw how much Dr. Chad enjoyed practicing, she decided to further her education in the specialty of pediatric dentistry. She attended the University of Nebraska Medical Center-Omaha Childrens Hospital and from day one, she enjoyed the challenges and rewards of the specialty. She completed her two-year pediatric dental residency in 2011.
Dr. Mikala is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She is also a member of the American Dental Association, the North Dakota Dental Association, and the Southeast District Dental Society.
In her private practice, Dr. Mikala enjoys helping fearful children overcome their hesitations by showing them that a trip to the dentist can be fun. This success arises from establishing relationships with children and building trust.
Dr. Tyler Johnson was born and raised in Bismarck, North Dakota. He received his degree in biology from North Dakota State University in 2012 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center-College of Dentistry in 2017.
Throughout his upbringing, Dr. Tyler was involved with wrestling and youth coaching. He enjoyed seeing the positive impact he could make in a childs life at an impressionable age. This is what sparked his interest in pursuing pediatric dentistry as a career. Following dental school, Dr. Tyler completed a two-year pediatric dental residency in 2019 through the University of Nebraska Medical Center-Omaha Childrens Hospital.
Dr. Tyler is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Dental Association, and North Dakota Dental Association. He is in process of pursuing board certification with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Tyler is married to his high school sweetheart, Ciara, who is an OB/GYN in the Grand Forks area. Their oldest daughter, Landry, and son, Rafe were both born Nebraska Cornhuskers. They recently welcomed a North Dakota born daughter, Scout! In his free time, Dr. Tyler enjoys spending time outside with his family and hunting dog, Rhett. Additionally, he would be happy to share his tips on how to win radio prizes or ping pong tournaments. The Johnson family is excited to become integrated into the Grand Forks community!
Hello! My name is Allison and Im the Office Manager at the Fargo office. I have been with Dakota Pediatric Dentistry since May of 2012 when I graduated from Minnesota State University, Moorhead with a degree in Communication Studies. What keeps my job fun is the variety of tasks I am responsible for, working with our great staff, and getting to know the families in our practice. I love watching our patients grow over the years! When Im not at work I am the mother of 3 amazing children, 2 cats, and a dog. I enjoy shopping, traveling, baseball games, and cheering on our home team, Go Bison!!
Hi! I am Angela and I am a Hospital and Sedation Care Coordinator & Referral Care Coordinator for Dr. Chad and Dr. Mikala. I have a B.S. degree in Agriculture from NDSU. I enjoy watching football, spending time with family, and playing with my dog and 2 cats. I am enjoying meeting all the wonderful patients and am looking forward to watching them grow into young adults. It is wonderful to wake up every day and love going to work with a great group of people!
Hello! My name is Dani and I am a Patient Care Coordinator here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I am one of the first faces you see when you come through the door. I love being able to connect with children and help make their visit to our office as stress-free as possible. I received my B.A. in Business with concentrations in Healthcare Administration and Long-Term Care Administration from Concordia College. In my free time I enjoy golfing, fishing, and spending time at the lake!
Hi! My name is Paris and I am a Patient Care Coordinator here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I was born and raised in the Bahamas. In 2014 I moved to Minnesota to attend MSUM; where I received my B.S. in Health Service Administration. In my free time I love traveling, experiencing new cultures, and spending time with my husband and daughter. It's a joy working with kids and being a part of the DPD family. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Hello! My name is Abby and I am a Registered Dental Hygienist and the Marketing Coordinator here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I received my hygiene degree from MSCTC in 2014. I have a passion for working with children and love making every experience at our office a fun and exciting time for your child! I love creating a safe environment for children to learn and feel pride in their dental health. In my free time I have so much fun spending time with my husband, our two kids, and two dogs. You can usually find us outdoors playing or gardening. I cant wait to meet your family!
Hello! My name is Brittany and I am a Registered Dental Assistant here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I graduated in 2015 with my dental assisting degree from MSCTC and went back to further my education in 2019 where I completed the Restorative Expanded Functions Program at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Upon completion I am able to help assist the doctors in restorative procedures. I was born and raised in Fargo, North Dakota and I have a son who loves to go ice and summer fishing. My work experience with both Dr. Chad and Dr. Mikala has been an amazing journey filled with a wealth of knowledge. I am grateful and proud to be a part of this team. I truly enjoy helping the children during their dental treatment. I look forward to meeting your family!
Hi! My name is Megan and I am a Registered Dental Assistant here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I received my dental assisting degree from Lake Area Technical Institute in Watertown, South Dakota, where I am originally from. I enjoy running, art, and spending time with my family. I absolutely love working with kids and helping to make their dental experience enjoyable. The environment here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry is so fun and welcoming and I'm beyond grateful to work here. I can't wait to meet you and your family!
Hello! My name is Sandrine and I am a Registered Dental Assistant here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I earned my dental assisting degree at MSTSC in 2019. I always knew I wanted to work with children. Prior to this, I worked as an assistant teacher at a daycare center. I am grateful to be a part of this team. It is my goal to help your child feel comfortable during their dental visit and make their experience fun. In my free time, I enjoy braiding and styling people's hair, babysitting, shopping, spending time with my friends and family, sewing, and traveling. I can't wait to meet your family!
Hi! Im Nicole and I am a Registered Dental Assistant here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry. I was born and raised in the Brainerd Lakes Area of small town Deerwood, MN. After pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education, I earned my dental assisting degree from MSCTC. I am very fortunate to have my education, interests, and passions all together in a workplace! Im even more grateful its alongside such great doctors and an amazing team- a team who all strive to make your childs experience a good one! When Im not working I enjoy being at the lakes and spending time with friends and family. I hope I get the chance to meet you and your family here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry!
Hello! My name is Kasey and I am one of the Registered Dental Assistants here at Dakota Pediatric Dentistry! I am from Bemidji, Minnesota. After a year at NDSU (Go Bison!!), I transferred to MState in Moorhead where I earned my dental assisting degree. At the young age of 7, I became an aunt for the first time. Being an aunt taught me very early in life that I wanted to work with children. I am now a proud auntie of 8! Before I received my degree, I worked at a preschool and then at an after school program at an elementary school. In high school, I loved to volunteer with the special needs students and I also was an intern in our school's American Sign Language class. As someone who loved going to the dentist as a child, my hope is that all of my experiences help me to encourage your child to love coming to the dentist too!