The history of our practice started back in the 1920s when Dr. A.H. Malerich, Sr. graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental School and started a dental practice on Mainstreet in Hopkins. It was on the second floor of the old 1st National Bank Building.
Years later, Dr. Malerichs son, A.H. Malerich, Jr. also became a dentist. He too graduated from the University of Minnesota. First he served in WWII as a dentist/oral surgeon, later he joined his fathers practice in Hopkins.
The Hopkins community continued togrow and business was good. In 1959, Dr. Malerich, Jr. began construction and built the building where our current practice now resides. Dr. Marlerich, Sr. died in 1967. Dr. Malerich,Jr. took on a series of associates, the last one being Dr. Alan Hatcher in 1979.
Dr. Hatcher purchased the practice in 1983 and Dr. Malerich, Jr. retired from dentistry in 1985. Dr. Hatcher brought in a partner in 2004, Dr. Kris Bomstad. Dr. Bomstad assumed full responsibility for the practice in 2009.
As they say, some things change and some things stay the same. From our beginning days back in the 1920s, this practice has always been a preventive based, family-oriented practice, with a small town feel. After all, Hopkins was a small town until the 1970s. We specialize in taking care of all our patients like they are our friends and family and hope to continue that principal, while keeping up to date with products, materials and techniques in dentistry.
Dr. Kris Bomstad grew up in Hutchinson, MN. He was a swimmer, enjoyed fishing, hunting and working on his grandparents farm. Dr. Bomstad received his undergraduate degree from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Bomstad has practiced Family & Cosmetic dentistry since 2000. He is also certified in Invisalign, Lumineers, CEREC and dental implants. Dr. Bomstad derives great satisfaction when he can help patients, who have a negative outlook about their oral health, feel good about themselves. Restoring a patients dentition can give them back confidence and self-esteem, changing their outlook on life.
In his spare time, Dr. Bomstad enjoys spending time with his wife, son and daughter. He spends most of his time watching his children participate in various activities, including baseball, swimming, gymnastics and choir concerts. Dr. Bomstad still enjoys the outdoors. You can find him fishing, hunting or water skiing any chance he gets. Make sure to ask him about his latest fish story, hes sure to have a good one!
With a warm smile and a friendly hello, our helpful and talented Bomstad Dental team will assure that you will be comfortable and well-taken care of in a relaxed environment. If you have questions, just ask and we will be eager to help you.
Shaina is a graduate of St. Anthony Village High School and currently lives in Northeast Minneapolis with her dog, Monty. Monty is a golden retriever/lab mix. In her free time, Shaina likes to travel, entertain and spend time with her dog.
Sara holds two degrees. She graduated from Herzing University as a Registered Dental Assistant in 2003 and more recently from the University of Phoenix with an Associate of the Arts degree in Healthcare Administration and Management. She lives in Plymouth with her husband, two sons and cat. Sara enjoys cooking, baking, antiquing, repurposing furniture and agate hunting.
Laura earned her Dental Assisting degree from Lakeland Medical/Dental Academy. She has been assisting for over 25 years and joined the Bomstad Dental team in 2012. She and her husband have two daughters. Outside of the dental office, Laura enjoys spending time with family and friends as much as possible, going to movies, volunteering at her church, reading, and anything that pertains to sunshine!
Brooke lives in Maple Grove with her husband and dog, Kaia. She is a proud aunt of three. Brooke loves paddle boarding, home projects and hanging with her husband in her free time. Brooke graduated from Argosy Univeristy.
Elizabeth graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental Hygiene program in 2018. She grew up in Rosemount and currently lives in Eden Prairie with her boyfriend. Elizabeth enjoys music. She likes stadium concerts as well as smaller local bands. Since COVID, she has spent time puzzling, listen to podcasts, hiking and hanging out with her two cats.
