I very much enjoy the profession of orthodontics and strive to provide the best orthodontic care possible for my patients. My philosophy is to have a patient-centered approach to treatment, and engageall my patients at every visitto improve their smiles. I am originally from Austin, Minnesota but grew up in Modesto, California.After dental school, my military career took me to many places in the world but I am glad to be back in Minnesota.
After a bachelors degree in chemistry, I earnedmyDoctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. I was commissioned as a Captain in the Dental Corpsand I completed an advanced education in general dentistry residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. I completedmy orthodonticspecialty trainingat Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio. During my training, I received the Health Professions Scholarship, the Dr. Eric Bystrom Memorial Award Scholarship, and the Operative Dentistry Award for the Class of 1997. I alsoearned membershipinthe Tau Kappa Omega and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor societies.
As an Army Dental Corps officer, I visited many different countries whileadvancingmy professional skills. I lived and lectured in Germany and Italy. I recently had the opportunity to lecture to dental residents at the Air Force Academy. I have published articles in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
My first visit to Southern Minnesota Orthodontics was as a patient when I was a teenager!Im looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve a beautiful new smile. I am a native of Mapletonand I am excited be back living in the area.
I am a graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in biology.I was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, one of the most prestigious honor societies for liberal arts and sciences.Following college, I studiedimmunology at the University of Minnesota before attending dental school. I received my dental degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and was elected to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor society.I continued my graduate education, orthodontics specialty residency, and Master of Science in dentistry at the University of Minnesota.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 6 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestElizabeth Fluegge
2 years ago
There is fantastic staff who share their talents and kindness at SMO. The New Ulm office especially made my tween feel at ease and confident. I highly recommend this office.
Gary Scotting
2 years ago
Son just got his braces removed. Teeth look great. A lot of positive feedback along the way. Even with covid restrictions my son was able to get in and recieved great service
Zach Miller
2 years ago
Has taken great care of my family, highly recommend
Gary Scotting
3 years ago
Son just got his braces removed. Teeth look great. A lot of positive feedback along the way. Even with covid restrictions my son was able to get in and recieved great service
Zach Miller
3 years ago
Has taken great care of my family, highly recommend
Nathanael Mayhew
3 years ago
Everyone is so nice and they make having braces a really memorable experience even though sometimes it isn't always easy they are so cheerful and encouraging!!! Thank you!!
Nathanael Mayhew
4 years ago
Everyone is so nice and they make having braces a really memorable experience even though sometimes it isn't always easy they are so cheerful and encouraging!!! Thank you!!
Barb Huiras
9 years ago
I have had 2 children in ortho in this office and now myself. I absolutely love this place! The girls are friendly and Dr. Swanson is so nice! They accommodate my schedule when I need to get in. I would recommend this office for any orthodontic needs you might have. I work in a dental office and realize there are a lot of dentists that do ortho but I would go no where else. They are the specialist's, this is what they have been trained to do.
Barb Huiras
10 years ago
I have had 2 children in ortho in this office and now myself. I absolutely love this place! The girls are friendly and Dr. Swanson is so nice! They accommodate my schedule when I need to get in. I would recommend this office for any orthodontic needs you might have. I work in a dental office and realize there are a lot of dentists that do ortho but I would go no where else. They are the specialist's, this is what they have been trained to do.
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