Dr. Niki Latiolais

Dentist

Dr. Niki Latiolais is the lead dentist at Piney Woods Family Dentistry, where she has been proudly serving patients since purchasing the practice in 2015. She completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin and earned her dental degree from the UT Health Science Center at Houston, graduating from dental school in 2008.

Dr. Latiolais is passionate about creating a joyful, welcoming environment for both patients and her team. She loves that laughter fills the office each day and believes that making people smile is the most rewarding part of her profession. Her dedication to teamwork and positivity helps create an experience where patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in their smiles.

Her journey into dentistry began during college, when she worked in a dental office and witnessed firsthand how transformative a new smile could be in someone’s life. That experience inspired her to pursue a career focused on improving both oral health and overall confidence.

Outside of the office, Dr. Latiolais enjoys reading, running, spending time at the lake, and traveling with her family. In the summer, she can often be found participating in one of her favorite hobbies: wakesurfing. A fun fact many don’t know: she grew up in upstate New York surrounded by apple orchards, and her favorite apple is the MacIntosh, a regional classic.