I was born in Rochester, NY and raised in St. Marys County, Maryland. Im a Certified Dental Assistant licensed through the Dental Assistant National Board as well as the North Dakota Dental Board. Ive been assisting since 2011 and have loved every minute of it. My husband is in the Air Force which is why we moved all this way to Minot, ND. We have two dogs and are hoping to add a third to the mix. In my free time I love reading, playing with our dogs, spending time with my husband, and finding new adventures in Minot.
I was born and raised in a small town in Northern Idaho and moved to Minot in 2020 with my boyfriend for his job. I started my career in dentistry in 2015 and instantly knew it was right for me! I love getting to know my patients and making their dental experience the absolute best that I can.
I was born and raised in Bismarck, ND! I joined the Dakota Dental Health Center team with the hopes to make the dental office an inviting and welcoming experience for everyone. Outside of work, I love trying new restaurants, baking, and snuggling my pup, Bear! I have a MAJOR sweet tooth, so dessert is the way to my heart. I look forward to helping both new and familiar faces here at Dakota Dental!
I was born in Mexico and moved to California when I was 9 years old. I lived in California most of my life, but I moved to Minot to be closer to family. I started my career in dentistry in 2019 and since day one Ive enjoyed seeing patients leave the office with smiles on their faces. When I am not in the office youll find me and my daughter spending most of our time together, enjoying the zoo, movies, and traveling around.
I was born and raised in Minot, ND and graduated from Minot High School in 2019. I started my career in dentistry in June of 2021 while training to become a certified dental assistant. I really enjoy seeing the results of procedures and seeing patients smile. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, camping, and traveling!
I have been working as a Dental Hygienist at Dakota Dental health Center since 1996. I provide my patients with quality care and form a bond with many of them. I take pride in educating each patient according to their dental needs. I have a daughter, Jasmine who is adopted from India. She is attending college at Minot State University. We enjoy traveling, friends, and a love for animals.
I was born and raised in Minot and graduated from ORCS. I graduated from NDSCS in 2008 with an Associate Degree in liberal arts and Dental Hygiene. I live in Minot and enjoy spending time with my kids, Ruby, Noah, and Harvey. I also enjoy gardening, camping, and music.
I graduated from Minot High School in 2006 and from NDSCS in 2010 with my degree in Dental Hygiene. I have been working at Dakota Dental Health Center since September 2010. I have always been interested in dental hygiene as a career and I really enjoy it. I also enjoy spending time with my husband Bobby, my son Benton, family, friends and pets when I am away from the office.
I was born and raised in Minot and graduated from Minot High School in 2008. I attended North Dakota State College of Science and graduated in 2011 with my Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center in the fall of 2011. When I am not at the office, my husband Kris and I enjoy playing with our dogs, getting together with family, spending time at the lake, and traveling.
I was born and raised in Minot and graduated from Minot High School in 2013. I attended the University of North Dakota for a year and then went to North Dakota State College of Science. Once at NDSCS, I graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and a minor in Liberal Arts in the spring of 2017. I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center right after graduation in May. Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and going to our cabin at Lake Metigoshe as well as doing any other outdoor activity and traveling.
I started working at Dakota Dental Health Center in 2017 as a Patient Treatment Coordinator. My passion for making people smile began long ago as I started my career in dentistry as a Certified Dental Assistant. The experience I gained chairside allows me to understand the treatment needed to help our patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. In my time away from the office I enjoy cooking, attending rodeos and supporting the Green Bay Packers! Go Pack Go!
I was born in Michigan and moved to Minot, ND in 2014 due to the oil field. Ive loved living here ever since! I started my career in dentistry in 2019 when I became a dental assistant, and realized I love the administrative side instead! I have been working for Dakota Dental Health Center since January 2021. I look forward to helping our patients every day! In my spare time, I love to watch movies with my husband, go shopping, and cuddle my daughter Harper!
I started my career with Dakota Dental Health Center in 1992 as a dental hygienist. I later decided to become more involved in the administrative duties and began doing payroll and accounts payable which has led me to my current position as Business Manager. I have taken great pride in being part of such an amazing team. Staying current in every aspect of dentistry has been challenging yet extremely rewarding and has given me the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
I was born and raised in North Dakota. I attended Minot High School, graduating in 2015. I spend a lot of my time invested in travel and adventure. I frequent Colorado, and had the amazing opportunity to live there for six months and travel the Rockies! I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and road trips to new places! I am excited to start my future in the dental industry as a receptionist here at Dakota Dental! I am excited to welcome the community into our warm and inviting office!
I grew up in Minot, and attended the University of Minnesota where I obtained both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Nutrition. After working as a Registered Dietitian for a while, I found myself drawn to dentistry due to the overlap between nutrition and dental health. I joined the Dakota Dental Health Center team in 2021 where I manage patient billing and accounts payable. I also provide education regarding nutrition and dental health to our team and patients. In my time away from the office, I own a private nutrition consulting company that allows me to share my passion for nutrition with those outside the office community. I also enjoy cooking, walking my dog, and spending time with family and friends.
I grew up in Minot, a graduate of Minot High School and Minot State University. I received my formal dental education at The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, graduating in 1990. I have been passionate about dentistry and have continued my dental education ever since.
I have completed the prestigious Gordon Christensen Fellowship through the Scottsdale Center for Dentistry and the Academy of General Dentistry Fellowship. I am active with Cerec Doctors continuing education, this training allows me to place the highest quality crowns in a single dental visit for our patients. I am also involved in dental education through the highly respected Spear Institute. These educational choices have stimulated my professional growth thus allowing me to provide my patients with leading-edge dentistry of only the highest quality.
In my time away from the office I enjoy virtually all sports, staying connected to my Alma Maters through the Beaver Booster Club and the Golden Gopher Fund. Attending sporting activities is a great way to stay involved with our community. My wife Patti and I have two daughters, Emily and Sophie, both of whom are students at the University of Minnesota.I stay active by participating in Peloton cycling classes and when the weather permits I take advantage of as many outdoor activities as possible.
Maintaining oral health includes good home care and regular visits to our office for preventive care, which includes oral examinations and cleanings. Even with excellent care, however, teeth and gums can be susceptible to disease, infection, cavities, cracks, or other forms of damage.
Comprehensive examinations of the mouth, teeth, surrounding gum tissues, and supporting bone structures help with early detection and treatment of problematic conditions.Restorative dentistry is the aspect of dentistry that helps maintain oral and overall health even when the health of one or more teeth or the surrounding areas is compromised.
Restorative dentistry helps preserve natural teeth. The goal of restorative dentistry is to restore the function and integrity of the tooth structure, function, and health, while maintaining a natural appearance.
Our office also specializes in cosmetic dentistry. This means that we not only pay attention to the health and function of your teeth, but we also pay close attention to aesthetics. We want you to maintain great oral health but we also want you to have a beautiful smile and the confidence to smile often!
Endodontics is the dental specialty that deals with the dental pulp inside of a tooth. Within the dental pulp are the tooth nerves. When a tooth is compromised, the inside can be susceptible to decay. An endodontist treats the inside of the tooth in order to save the tooth structure.
Our primary goal is to save your natural teeth whenever possible. Root canal, or endodontic, treatment may be necessary when the pulp tissue inside the root canals of a tooth becomes infected or damaged, which can be caused by dental trauma or decay. The pulp, which is located inside the root canals, contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. A tooth generally has between one and four root canals. A root canal procedure may be performed on a single root canal or multiple root canals within a tooth.
Periodontics is the dental specialty that deals with the hard and soft tissues that support teeth. Periodontal disease refers to gum disease. Periodontal procedures are usually performed to save or rebuild the jaw bone and/or gums in order to save teeth or allow for the placement of dental implants.
Pedodontics, or pediatric dentistry, refers to dentistry for children. It is important to take care of a childs first teeth, their primary teeth, because they aid in speech development, allow food to be properly chewed, and maintain space for permanent teeth. It is also important to develop good lifelong dental habits early on.