'We want to congratulate Dr. Hegstad for being selected as one of Kleer 's 2018 Most Influential Dentists in America Program. Three winners were chosen for the state of Minnesota, selected based on positive patient ratings, overall media presence, and leadership and philanthropic efforts. Congratulations, Dr. Hegstad!'

Dr. Andrew Hegstad grew up in Forest Lake and was a patient in this clinic. He was happy to return to the practice when he purchased it in 2003. The practice was originally established in 1978, and Dr. Hegstad feels honored to have inherited such a strong community of patients and staff. He looks forward to making dentistry a comfortable experience and building relationships with his patients and their families.

Dr. Hegstad received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota in 2000. Prior to dental school, he attended Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota where he graduated with honors in Biology and Scandinavian Studies. He also studied for a semester at Hamar College in Hamar, Norway.

Dr. Hegstad is a member of the American Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Association. He continues his education through the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry to keep abreast of the latest techniques and technologies to improve his treatment of his clients.

Karen has been working in the practice since 1982 and with Dr. Hegstad since is first day in 2003.Originally starting in the dental field in 1980. As a chairside assistant, she assists with all procedures and helps to educate patients on their treatments and oral hygiene. She enjoys helping to create a fun, inviting atmosphere with her co-workers.

In her free time, Karen and her husband, Bob, love to spend time with their adult children. She also volunteers for several free dental programs including Mission of Mercy, Give Kids a Smile, and the Minnesota Disaster Team, and many more! She also enjoys gardening, golf, biking, snowmobiling and scrapbooking.

Kellystartedwith us in 1998, having been in the dental field since 1993. Her duties involve educating patients about their dental care, cleaning teeth, and giving her 'floss talk!' She loves getting to know more about her patients than just their teeth, making it her mission to learn one new thing from every patient that she sees.

Kelly describes herself as 'fairly nerdy', often taking her kids to obscure historic sites when they were younger. She and her husband travel as much as they are able, collecting fossils and minerals along the way. Some of her favorite places to visit have been the Lewis and Clark trail in Oregon and Glacier National Park.

Since 2003, Lisa has been a hardworking member of our team. She assists with patient education as well as general procedures and teeth cleanings. Lisa believes thestaff at our office is like one big family --with lots of laughter.

Kim started with us in 2020, having been in the dental field since 1998. Her duties include educating patients, teeth cleanings and periodontal treatments. Kim loves working with her wonderful team and getting to know her patients. She feels like everyone here is connected somehow like one big happy family.

Lazy days at the cabin with her husband and two children is a favorite pastime, and she relishes time at the horse barn with her daughter and listening to her son play guitar. (Shhh! Dont tell anyone: Kim is extremely passionate about healthy living, but she has a sweet tooth for Starbursts and mint chocolate ice cream!)

Dawn first started with our team in 2003, and after a 13 year sabbatical, returned to the team in 2017 . She has 30+ years of dental office management experience, handling patient accounts and scheduling. Her goal is to make our patient experience as easy as possible.

Outside of the office, Dawn spends time with her husband, Dean, her son, daughter-in-law,and her grandchildren. When not in the office, you can often find her quilting, knitting or tending to her gardens. She is also involved in charity ministries through her church.

Dentistry, as practiced at Andrew L.F. Hegstad Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, starts with getting to know you as a person. We want to learn who you are, what is important in your life, about your health and wellbeing, and to understand your dental goals and any uncertainty you have.

For Dr. Hegstad and our team, dentistry is about caring for and helping you, beyond your teeth and oral health. Each of us wants you to achieve and maintain your healthiest, most confident smile and to know we are here for you.

Longevity, Stability, and Reputation: Our office has been part of the community since it was opened in 1973. Dr. Hegstad was a patient hereas a child, and bought the practice from his childhood dentist, to offer high-quality, personalized dentistry to his hometown.

Our staff members are committed to the practice; all have been here for more than ten years and two have been with the office for over 30 years! They are skilled, warm, and dedicated to ensuring everyone who walks through our doors immediately feels welcome and at home.

Over the years, we have built a strongreputation as a dental practice that focuses on your whole health and distinct needs. We help you take control of your health, providing useful education, so you are able to make informed decisions about your overall wellness.

Family Friendly: Your life is busy, and we want to make taking care of your smile and those of your family members as convenient as possible. Thats why we set aside blocks of time in our schedule for full families to come in together!

Comfortable, Attentive Procedures: It is essential you are fully comfortable in our care. Well talk with you before, during, and after procedures to determine your comfort level and if there is anything that needs to be adjusted. We use the latest techniques in comfort management and ask that you let us know if you have any discomfort: well immediately address the issue!