Dr. Orvin J. Leis, DDS was born and raised in Elbow Lake, Minnesota. He received hisBachelor of Sciencein Mathematics and Chemistry from the University of Minnesota, Morris. He received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1980.

Dr. Leis is a member of the American Dental Association, the Minnesota Dental Association, the West Central District Dental Society, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Heartland Study Club (a part of the University without walls program through the Seattle Study Club).

'Over the years, I 've enjoyed the continual learning process in dentistry. It 'sallowedme to provide my patients withstate-of-the-art dental care. However, throughout these changes I 've remained focusedonthe traditional values I learned growing up in this area, values I learned from my parents, extended family, teachers, and friends.'

Dr. Leis has served on the boards of Christ Lutheran Church, Tipsinah Mounds Golf Club, WCA Knights Basketball Boosters, Elbow Lake Economic Development Association and the Elbow Lake Planning Commission.

He and his wife Donna have been married for 35 years and were blessed with four children - Jacob, Alexandra, Elizabeth and Jonathan. Currently, Alex is practicing dentistry in Minneapolis, Jake and Liz are employed in the Twin Cities area, and Jon is employed with Micron Technology Inc. in Boise, Idaho.

In his free time, he enjoys traveling with Donna down to the Twin Cities to 'visit the kids' and try a new restaurant, playing golf, fishing, gardening, and lately, trying to home-brew (no explosions yet!).

Betty has been involved in the dental profession as a dental assistant for 30 years with many of those being at the Elbow Lake Dental Center. Betty and her husband Gene are residence of Elbow Lake, raising two young men here and now enjoying their two grandsons. They spend their free time enjoying the several different outdoor activities that are available in our area.

Jolene received her Associates Degree in dental hygiene from North Dakota State College of Science in 1998. Jolene joined the team at the Elbow Lake Dental Center in March 2000. Jolene, her husband, Todd and their son and three daughters live near Norcross, Minnesota. Being avid sports fans, Jolene and Todd follow their children to all their children's activities. They also look forward to their family RV trips.

Geneva received her dental hygiene degree at NDSCS as she says 'years ago'. She lives in Elbow Lake and has been working with the Elbow Lake Dental Center for over 20 years. She enjoys spending time with her three grown children,her grandchildren, herextended family, her dog, and her cat. She also enjoys quilting, baking and is a fabulous gardener.

Meagan was born and raised in Elbow Lake. She joined our practice in 2013 and comes with an athletic background as an athletic trainer among other things. Her two girls keep her husband and her very busy.

Samantha or 'Sam' join our team in December of 2017 after graduating from the North Dakota State College of Science with her degree in dental assisting. She and her husband Mason live near Herman, Minnesota with their two dogs and a couple of cats. In her spare time Sam and Mason enjoy spending time on or by a lake fishing or just catching some sun.

Terianne joined the team at Elbow Lake Dental in the fall of 2020. She received her dental hygiene training from North Dakota State College of Science in 2017. Terianne has made a wonderful addition to our team. She makes her home in Herman, Minnesota.

Elbow Lake Dental has been a recognized landmark among dentist offices in the Elbow Lake community for over 25 years. From the very start, the emphasis of our dentist office has been on creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. Our staff members are friendly and willing to take time to talk with you and get to know you on a personal level. But theyre also experts in their field. Theyve served in the dental field for over 100 cumulative years and have mastered the most advanced technology in the business.

Dont be surprised if youre welcomed by name into the cozy, spacious lobby. We make every effort to get to know you and make your experience as pleasant as possible. Its all part of a business philosophy thats hard to find these daysan emphasis on traditional values and treating others as wed like to be treated.

Each dentist and member of our staff is here first andforemostto listen to your concerns about your dental health. By developing a relationship with you, together we can develop a plan which will restore and enhance the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in a beautiful, long lasting smile!

A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.

As a practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, each dentist and member of our staff strictly maintains sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits. Just let us know how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience.Our team ishere to listen to your concerns andis dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.