Our Doctors & Staff

Meet Dr. Gary L White

My goal is to be one of the most skilled dentist possible sparing no expense to provide my patients with quality materials and detailed craftsmanship. My practice includes Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, and General Dentistry.

I graduated from McCallie School in 1975 and received his BA from the University of Tennessee in 1979. From there, I went to The University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences and the College of Dentistry. I then graduated in 1983.

I am a member of the Chattanooga Area Dental Society, The Tennessee Dental Association, The American Dental Association, Academy of Operative Dentistry, Dawson Academy and currently a member and student of the Pankey Institute.

I am a lifelong resident of East Brainerd and have been married to my best friend, Melissa since 1983. We have two daughters and two Grandsons and one Granddaughter.

Meet Anna Griffith - RDH

My name is Anna Griffith. I have been practicing hygiene since my graduation in 1991. I have practiced with Dr. White for the past 23 years.

I have been married to my husband, Hunter, for 9 years. I have two wonderful children, Matthew and Sarah and two great step children, Savannah and Brecken.

We live on a farm in Ooltewah where I grew up. We raise Angus Cattle. This has been a wonderful way to raise my children.

Meet Angela Bearss - RDA

My name is Angela Bearss and I am Dr. Gary L White’s Registered Dental Assistant (RDA).

I received my Dental Assistant Certificate from Chattanooga State Technical Community College in 1976. I have been a RDA for over 40 years.

I have 2 grown boys, both live in Pflugerville, Texas. My oldest boy is a fireman and my youngest is an electronics engineer.

I have two brothers and a sister. We get together as often as possible. I spend my free time crocheting, reading and baking.

Meet Holly White - RDA

My name is Holly. I graduated from Chattanooga State in 2010 with dental assistant degree. I have been assisting for over ten years and I’m very passionate with what I do.

I have triplets, who are almost one, Rhett, Finley, and Decklan. I work part-time so I can spend as much time with the babies.

In our spare time we enjoy traveling, especially to the beach or the mountains.

Meet Melissa White - Office Manager

My name is Melissa White. I Graduated from University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

I was born and raised in Chattanooga, TN and I have been married for 37 years. My husband and I have two married daughters and three grandchildren.

My goal is to make sure that every one of Dr. Gary L White's patients are happy and satisfied with the service they receive.