Dr. Michael Tufton was born and raised in New Orleans, LA where he attended Jesuit High School. After graduating in 2005, he attended Rhodes College in Memphis, TN where he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2009. He continued his education at Louisiana State University's School of Dentistry, graduating in 2013 with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery. Dr. Michael joined Dr. Gruezke and Complete Family Dental in the Summer of 2016.

From simply closing spaces and removing white spots to full mouth rehabilitation, Dr. Michael strives to give each and every patient a great look specific to them that they can enjoy. Dr. Michael is certified in CPR and Anesthesia and Analgesia (Nitrous Oxide) Administration. He is certified in the administration of Botox and Dermal Fillers to treat wrinkles, headaches, gummy smiles, and lips. He is also certified in the use of the Diode Laser for dental procedures including gingival contouring and ulcer removal.

Dr. Michael currently resides in New Orleans with his wife Elizabeth, their three sons Calvin, Charlie, Cooper, and their basenji Dalila. When Dr. Michael is not working he enjoys attending and watching Saints, Pelicans and LSU games. Dr. Tufton is a massive NBA fan and a season ticket holder with the New Orleans Pelicans. He enjoys all genres of music and tries to see his favorite musicians in concert around the city. Dr. Michael also loves comedy; he knows every episode of Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm and regularly attends standup comedy shows.

Continuing Education

Dr. Michael is certified in Botox and Dermal Fillers by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics. He is skilled in treating facial wrinkles, gummy smiles, headaches, and lip enhancements. In his time with Tufton Family Dentistry, Dr. Michael has traveled to Boston to be trained in restoring Bicon short implants. He has traveled to Houston to learn the latest practices in Veneers and Lumineers. In San Diego, Dr. Michael was trained in restoring Zimmer Implants with a focus on crafting esthetic temporary restorations as well as the All-on-4 full mouth implant rehabilitation. Dr. Michael traveled to Dallas to learn about the advancements in CAD/CAM Dentistry. Dr. Michael is also a member of the Crescent City Study Club where he meets monthly with other dentists and specialists for continuing education.

Professional Affiliations

He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), The American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE), Louisiana Dental Association (LDA), and the New Orleans Dental Association (NODA). Dr. Michael has been voted a Top Dentist by New Orleans Magazine every year since 2016.