Dr. Paul Hilfer was born and raised in International Falls, Minnesotaand completed his bachelors degree at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. His first USAF assignment was to attend the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Upon graduation, Dr. Hilfer completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency. Following assignments with the USAF in Illinois, Korea, and Germany, Dr. Hilfer completed his endodontic training at LSU/Keesler Medical Center.
As a board certified endodontist, Dr. Hilfer served as Chief of Endodontics at Aviano Air Force Base in Italyand Endodontic Department Chair at one of the Air Forces largest AEGD training programs in Nebraska. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, Dr. Hilfer hasmultiple publications in the Journal of Endodontics, and has lectured at local, national, and international endodontic and dental meetings.
Dr. Hilfer embraces all Minnesota has to offer. He is proud to now call Mankato home. He enjoys spending summers on the lakes with his wife, Julia, and two daughters, Vivian and Clara, as well as his winters watching and playing hockey.
Dr. Jennie Harris graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a Bachelor of Science in biology in 2011 and earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics in 2016. She received two years of endodontic specialty training at the University of Iowa and regularly increases her knowledge base by taking as many continuing education courses as her schedule will allow. She is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontics.
Dr. Harris and her husband, Chris, have twins, Patrick and Ella, and a baby girl, Harper.Rounding out the family is their goldendoodle, Bunker. When she is not at the office, she enjoys spending time with her children, going out on the family fishing boat, biking, and golfing.
Dr. Kyle Nelson grew up in Minnesota. He completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at University of Minnesota-Duluth where he earned a B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, as well as a M.S. in Chemistry. He received his dental degree from the University of Minnesota School Of Dentistry. After graduating, Dr. Nelson served as a general dentist in the U.S. Navy in Great Lakes, Illinois and in Beaufort, South Carolina. While serving at multiple boot camps and observing the number of teeth endodontists were able to save, his experiences led him to specialize in endodontics at the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in Bethesda, MD where he earned his certificate in Endodontics and a M.S. in Oral Biology. He maintains active memberships in the American Association of Endodontists, the American Dental Association, and the Minnesota Dental Association.
Dr. Nelson and his wife Gretchen (originally from Mankato) and their three boys are very happy to be settled in Mankato. Life heavily revolves around the activities of the kids. When not chasing kids, he enjoys spending time at the lake boating and trying to get in a round of golf.
At our endodontic practice, we recognize that all of our patients are unique, and deserve to receive endodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our team is committed to working with you and your family to create a positive, comfortable, and customized endodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 16 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestCarrie Kuhn
2 years ago
Very professional and friendly office. My procedure went very well. I would highly recommend this office.
Joleen Schirmers
2 years ago
My experience at Southern Minnesota Endodontics was top notch and I would give it a 10. I saw Dr. Paul Hilfer and his assistant. Very thorough, kind, and a great sense of humor. Receptionist staff are also top notch. They made going to the dentist stress free which for me is hard to do.
Jen Roiger
2 years ago
Dr. Jennie Harris got me in for an emergency Root canal. She went above and beyond to make sure my experience was pain free and at ease. The root canal was less painful than a bad experience I had had earlier with the filing that caused the problem. She was absolutely amazing!!! I highly recommend her!
Chris Cordes
2 years ago
Here's a place where they do *not* give you what you don't need. The doctor actually said he could give me a root canal but it might not be necessary and suggested other options to consider. I so appreciate the integrity.
Brett Diede
2 years ago
Great service and very caring with the patient. Explained all of my options up front and what he recommended.
Chris Cordes
3 years ago
Here's a place where they do *not* give you what you don't need. The doctor actually said he could give me a root canal but it might not be necessary and suggested other options to consider. I so appreciate the integrity.
Brett Diede
3 years ago
Great service and very caring with the patient. Explained all of my options up front and what he recommended.
Amber Page
3 years ago
Went in to get a root canal. X ray was done, root canal done. After the doctor finished he looked at the X-ray that was taken before my procedure and noticed I had a significantly large infection going into my sinus cavity. After noticing this he said the infection is probably compromising the tooth next to the tooth I got the root canal done on. The options were to wait and see how the infection heals, or get a root canal on the other tooth. I opted to wait seeing one root canal was 1,350.00 out of pocket because they are out of network with DeltaDental. Not even a week later the temporary filling had a hole in it. I called to ask if it needed to be fixed because I couldn't get in right away for the crown (needed to get that done at my dentist). The receptionist said it's normal. Two days after calling them (one week after procedure) my tooth cracked in half. I called my dentist, they couldn't get me in until the following Monday to look at it. In the following three days after what was left of the tooth I had it broke in half again. My dentist said there was no saving it. Now I need to get the tooth surgically removed, and bone graphed. Delta Dental covered 193.00 of the procedure. I never received a "quote" of what my insurance would and wouldn't cover. My tooth never should've had a root canal done on it. It was too compromised from the beginning (It had a huge filling done on it a few years earlier). On top of that the infection that was noticed AFTER the procedure should've been the first red flag that I needed to just have it pulled. So I threw 1,250.00 out the window for a tooth I'm getting removed anyway. To say I'm displeased would be an understatement. The only saving grace to this place was the fact that my dental assistant was wonderful. Beyond that, I would say do your research and get a few opinions about your situation before getting anything done.
Sergey Dolgov
3 years ago
Dr. Hilfer and staff are superb. The entire procedure went smooth and painless. This is coming from a dentist.
Ken Windschitl
3 years ago
I was completely comfortable thru the entire procedure. Molar root cannel therapy in 45 minutes, start to finish. Magic! The entire staff treated me like I was a celeberty. I had no post operative problems. My highest ratings.
Kay Ellen Davis
3 years ago
Dr. Schultz and Shaun were fabulous, they were very efficient and the whole procedure was pain free! The office is beautiful and I was very well taken care of.
Amber Page
3 years ago
Went in to get a root canal. X ray was done, root canal done. After the doctor finished he looked at the X-ray that was taken before my procedure and noticed I had a significantly large infection going into my sinus cavity. After noticing this he said the infection is probably compromising the tooth next to the tooth I got the root canal done on. The options were to wait and see how the infection heals, or get a root canal on the other tooth. I opted to wait seeing one root canal was 1,350.00 out of pocket because they are out of network with DeltaDental. Not even a week later the temporary filling had a hole in it. I called to ask if it needed to be fixed because I couldn't get in right away for the crown (needed to get that done at my dentist). The receptionist said it's normal. Two days after calling them (one week after procedure) my tooth cracked in half. I called my dentist, they couldn't get me in until the following Monday to look at it. In the following three days after what was left of the tooth I had it broke in half again. My dentist said there was no saving it. Now I need to get the tooth surgically removed, and bone graphed. Delta Dental covered 193.00 of the procedure. I never received a "quote" of what my insurance would and wouldn't cover. My tooth never should've had a root canal done on it. It was too compromised from the beginning (It had a huge filling done on it a few years earlier). On top of that the infection that was noticed AFTER the procedure should've been the first red flag that I needed to just have it pulled. So I threw 1,250.00 out the window for a tooth I'm getting removed anyway. To say I'm displeased would be an understatement. The only saving grace to this place was the fact that my dental assistant was wonderful. Beyond that, I would say do your research and get a few opinions about your situation before getting anything done.
Lynnae Pelzel
3 years ago
Comparing to my previous root canal - total difference! Much much smoother and done quickly! Recommend these specialist for this painful procedure rather than your primary dentist! And mine was abscess so super painful!
Ken Windschitl
4 years ago
I was completely comfortable thru the entire procedure. Molar root cannel therapy in 45 minutes, start to finish. Magic! The entire staff treated me like I was a celeberty. I had no post operative problems. My highest ratings.
Lynnae Pelzel
4 years ago
Comparing to my previous root canal - total difference! Much much smoother and done quickly! Recommend these specialist for this painful procedure rather than your primary dentist! And mine was abscess so super painful!
Kay Ellen Davis
4 years ago
Dr. Schultz and Shaun were fabulous, they were very efficient and the whole procedure was pain free! The office is beautiful and I was very well taken care of.
Sergey Dolgov
4 years ago
Dr. Hilfer and staff are superb. The entire procedure went smooth and painless. This is coming from a dentist.
Scott Russell
4 years ago
Dr. Peters and staff were fantastic! My root canal went smoothly and was painless. Highly recommended.
Scott Russell
5 years ago
Dr. Peters and staff were fantastic! My root canal went smoothly and was painless. Highly recommended.
Sandi Schroeder
5 years ago
Was referred by a dentist in Iowa and researched by my daughter who worked for Endodontist in Colorado and Maryland. Treatment was excellent. Was on meds for only that day and night. Followed eating suggestions for the day to avoid any problems
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