Progressive Dental

Progressive Dental is a comprehensive family dentistry practice in Shakopee, MN offering advanced restorative, cosmetic, orthodontic, implant, and surgical services. The practice specializes in same-day treatments like CEREC crowns and implants, and is one of two Minnesota providers offering the HealthyStart® System for pediatric sleep apnea treatment.

Details

Phone: (952) 445-6220

Website: https://progressivedentalmn.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=Google_website

Languages: English

Technology: CBCT x-ray equipmentdigital x-rays3D x-ray imagingCEREC CAD/CAM systemintraoral camerasdigital scans3D printinglaser-assisted tissue remodeling

Services

Cosmetic

Cosmetic Dentistry — Smile design, direct laminates/veneers, bleaching (day/night), chairside teeth whitening, and ZOOM whitening

Emergency

Emergency Services — Prompt treatment for dental emergencies with same-day appointments available

Endodontics

Root Canals — Endodontic treatment including root canal therapy and apexification procedures

General

Mouthguards — Custom snore guards, sports guards, and NTI night guards for teeth protection and grinding/snoring prevention
Sleep Apnea Treatment — Treatment for sleep disordered breathing; offers HealthyStart® System for children and comprehensive sleep apnea management

Implants

Dental Implants — Artificial tooth roots providing permanent base for fixed replacement teeth; same-day implant procedures available

Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery — Simple and surgical extractions with tissue simulation, laser-assisted tissue remodeling, and digital scans for surgical planning

Orthodontics

Orthodontics — Traditional braces and Invisalign® for misaligned teeth, improper bites, and jaw irregularities

Periodontics

Periodontics — Treatment of supporting structures of teeth including gingivectomies and crown lengthening

Preventive

X-Rays — State-of-the-art CBCT x-ray equipment, digital and 3D imaging for comprehensive tooth visualization

Prosthodontics

Prosthodontics — Treatment for missing, broken, decaying, and damaged teeth including one-day dentures, bridges, overdentures, implant-supported dentures, and partials

Restorative

CEREC Crowns — Same-day all-ceramic restorations (crowns, inlays, onlays, partial crowns, veneers) using CAD/CAM technology with no temporary crowns needed
Crowns — One-day crowns available using CEREC technology
Restorative Dentistry — Composite fillings and other restoration treatments to restore teeth to functional and aesthetic requirements

Team

Dr. Ayesha Downs, General Dentist

Owner of Progressive Dental since 2009; CEREC Study mentor; board chair of St. Francis Hospital; previously ran successful practice in Mumbai with experience treating notable patients from Bollywood industry; active with study clubs; accomplished talent model; 2001 All India Women's Car Rally champion

What patients say

Vibe: professional

This practice has exceptional patient satisfaction with all 14 reviews rating 5/5 stars. Patients consistently praise Dr. Downs' expertise and the friendly, professional demeanor of the entire team. The combination of modern technology, gentle care, efficient service, and genuine personal connection with patients—especially families with children—creates a warm, trustworthy dental experience that inspires strong loyalty.

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Same-day crown completion (in under one hour)
Latest/updated technology and equipment
Family-oriented staff who know and remember children by name
Very thorough deep cleaning
Dr. Downs' expertise and diagnostic ability