A well-established group dental practice serving Elk River, Minnesota and surrounding communities since 1975. Offers comprehensive general dentistry along with in-office specialists in oral surgery, periodontics, and orthodontics, committed to preventive dentistry and personalized patient care for all ages.
Details
Phone: (763) 441-9181
Website: https://elkriverfamilydentistry.com/
Languages: English
Insurance: Humana Medicare
Technology: digital radiographsdigital x-raysintraoral cameraslaser treatmentscomputerized chartingOpalescence® teeth whiteningZoom!® teeth whiteningSureSmile® orthodontics
Services
Cosmetic
- Bonding — Composite bonding for cosmetic tooth enhancement
- Opalescence® Teeth Whitening — Professional teeth whitening using Opalescence technology
- Porcelain Veneers — Porcelain veneers for cosmetic tooth enhancement
- Zoom!® Teeth Whitening — Professional teeth whitening using Zoom technology
Emergency
- Dental Emergencies — Emergency dental care services
Endodontics
- Root Canal Therapy — Endodontic treatment for tooth preservation
Implants
- Dental Implants — Dental implant placement and restoration
Oral Surgery
- Apicoectomy — Surgical root tip removal
- Impacted Canines — Surgical exposure and management of impacted canines
- Oral Pathology — Diagnosis and management of oral pathologic conditions
- Tooth Extractions — Surgical tooth extractions
- Wisdom Teeth Extractions — Wisdom tooth removal surgery
Orthodontics
- Orthodontics — Comprehensive orthodontic treatment
- SureSmile® — SureSmile clear aligner orthodontic treatment
Pediatric
- Pediatric Dentistry — Comprehensive dental care for children
Periodontics
- Bone Grafting — Bone grafting for periodontal and implant support
- Crown Lengthening — Gum contouring procedure for crown placement
- Gum Grafting — Soft tissue grafting for gum recession
- Periodontal Disease Treatment — Comprehensive periodontal disease diagnosis and treatment
- Periodontal Scaling & Root Planing — Deep cleaning for periodontal disease management
- Pocket Irrigation — Therapeutic irrigation for periodontal pockets
- Ridge Modification — Alveolar ridge contouring
- Root Amputation — Surgical removal of tooth root
- Sinus Augmentation — Sinus lift procedure for implant support
- Soft Tissue Grafting — Advanced soft tissue grafting procedures
Preventive
- Athletic Mouth Guards — Custom athletic mouth guard fitting and care
- Dental Exams & Cleanings — Regular preventive dental exams and professional cleanings
- Dental X-Rays — Panoramic and periapical X-ray imaging
- Digital Radiographs — Digital X-ray imaging with reduced radiation exposure
- Fluoride Treatment — Fluoride treatments for cavity prevention
- Intraoral Cameras — Advanced imaging technology for diagnostic purposes
- Oral Cancer Exam — Screening for oral cancer
- Prophylaxis (Teeth Cleaning) — Professional prophylaxis cleaning
- Sealants — Dental sealants for tooth protection
Prosthodontics
- Dentures & Partial Dentures — Complete and partial denture services
Restorative
- Composite Fillings — Tooth-colored composite restorations
- Porcelain Crowns (Caps) — Porcelain crown restorations
- Porcelain Fixed Bridges — Fixed bridge restorations
Team
Dr. Julie Wallace (DDS), General Dentist
Native of Elk River, joined practice in 2000. Forensic Odontology Consultant for Midwest Examiner's office in Ramsey, Minnesota. Member of American Academy of Forensic Sciences and American Society of Forensic Odontology.
Dr. David Truchon (DDS), General Dentist
2001 graduate, joined practice in 2003. Stays current with continuing education and tests latest dental materials at 3M in St. Paul.
Dr. Brady Andvik (DDS), General Dentist
Originally from Moorhead, Minnesota. Graduated 2012. Active in continuing education and study clubs.
Dr. Mary Crackel (DDS), General Dentist
2009 graduate. Humana Medicare in-network provider. Stays current with continuing education and conferences.
Dr. Benjamin Vavra (DDS), General Dentist
Originally from Byron, Illinois. Completed general dental practice residency at Jacobi Medical Center in The Bronx.
Dr. Kate Marquis (DDS), General Dentist
Originally from Esko, Minnesota. 2019 graduate. Active in Minnesota Dental Association and American Dental Association.
Dr. Lori Linn, General Dentist
Retired after years of dedication and exceptional care to patients and community.
Dr. David Klump (DDS), Periodontist
Native of Midland, Michigan. 1986 graduate. Former clinical instructor at University of Minnesota Dental School and Normandale Community College Dental Hygiene Program. Specializes in non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatment and implant dentistry.
Dr. Richard Pihlstrom (DDS, Board Certified), Oral Surgeon
1993 graduate. Board Certified by American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Chief of Service at Downstate Brooklyn in 1998. Previously practiced on Long Island. Clinical interests include dentoalveolar and implant surgeries. Member of multiple professional organizations.