Family dental practice in St. Paul, Minnesota serving the community for over 35 years. Offers comprehensive general dentistry, pediatric care, implants, oral surgery, and orthodontics with an emphasis on airway-centric dentistry and patient comfort through multiple sedation options.
Details
Phone: (651) 644-9216
Website: http://sapdentalcare.com/
Languages: English
Technology: digital x-raysSolea laserintraoral cameras
Services
Cosmetic
- Cosmetic Dentistry — Veneers, bonding, and esthetically focused custom crowns to improve smile appearance
- Dental Bonding — Conservative resin restoration for chipped, discolored, or crooked teeth using tooth-colored filling material
- Teeth Whitening — Professional tooth whitening services
- Veneers — Custom-made porcelain shells to cover front tooth surfaces and correct imperfections
Emergency
- Emergency Dental Care — Same-day emergency treatment for severe toothaches, infections, broken teeth, and other urgent dental needs with on-call staff available after hours
Endodontics
- Root Canals — Endodontic treatment to save teeth with infected or diseased nerves
General
- Laser Dentistry — Solea laser technology for hard and soft tissue treatments including cavity detection, fillings, gum reshaping, and gum surgery
- Snoring & Sleep Apnea — Airway-centric assessment and treatment for sleep breathing problems
- TMJ/TMD Treatment — Treatment for temporomandibular joint disorders and associated pain
Implants
- Dental Implants — Single-tooth and full-mouth dental implants with in-house placement and restoration, offering permanent tooth replacement
Oral Surgery
- Extractions — Tooth removal including surgical extraction for impacted or problematic teeth
- Oral Surgery — Wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, bone grafts, maxillofacial trauma repair, and TMJ surgery performed in-office
Orthodontics
- Orthodontics — Clear aligners, metal brackets, and removable appliances for teeth alignment and bite correction
Pediatric
- Pediatric Dentistry — Gentle, minimally invasive dental care for children ages 1 and up including exams, cleanings, fillings, and parent education on oral hygiene
Preventive
- Digital X-Rays — Advanced digital imaging technology providing detailed dental photos with reduced radiation exposure
- Fluoride Treatment — Professional fluoride application to prevent cavities and tooth decay
- Mouthguards — Custom and standard mouthguards for sports protection
- Oral Cancer Screening — Screening and assessment for oral cancer
- Regular Exams and Cleanings — Comprehensive dental exams with thorough teeth cleaning, tartar and plaque removal, and cavity detection
- Sealants — Plastic resin coating applied to tooth grooves to prevent decay and cavities
Restorative
- Bridges — Fixed replacement for missing teeth made from porcelain, gold, alloys, or combinations bonded to surrounding teeth
- Crowns — Porcelain or metal caps for broken, worn, or decayed teeth to restore strength and appearance
- Dentures — Full and partial removable replacement teeth for patients with missing teeth
- Fillings — Direct and indirect restorations using composite resin, ceramic, gold, and porcelain materials
Team
Dr. Paul Kirkegaard (DDS), General Dentist
Native of Sioux City, Iowa. Serving Twin Cities area since 1983. Member of ADA, Minnesota Dental Association, St. Paul District Dental Society, Seattle Study Club, and True North Study Club. Past president of St. Paul District Dental Society.
Dr. Nathaniel Cogswell (DDS), General Dentist
Joined practice July 2015. Qualified to perform root canals, wisdom teeth extraction, implant placement, and IV-moderate sedation. Completed foreign exchange program in Bergen, Norway during dental school.
Dr. Nadine Yacoub (DDS), General Dentist
Minnesota native focused on holistic, patient-centered care. Previously practiced with large corporate dental group. Involved with local Coptic church mentoring young children.
Dr. Allison Forbes (DDS), General Dentist
Minnesota native passionate about continuing education and staying current with latest technologies and techniques. Member of Minnesota Dental Association, American Dental Association, and St. Paul District Dental Society. Served on MDA board of trustees.
Alycia (RDH, Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist), Registered Dental Hygienist
Employed at St. Anthony Park Dental Care since shortly after 1999 graduation. Long-time relationship builder with patients.
Emily (RDH), Registered Dental Hygienist
Passionate about building patient relationships while providing gentle dentistry.
Deb (RDH), Registered Dental Hygienist
Practicing since 1995. Loves friendships formed with clients over the years.
Lisa (RDH), Registered Dental Hygienist
30+ years of practice experience. Enjoys working with all age groups and patient education. Lives in the neighborhood.
Stacie (RDH), Registered Dental Hygienist
Returned to Saint Paul to practice. Focused on compassionate and gentle care.
Erika (LDA), Licensed Dental Assistant
Originally from El Salvador. Works alongside Dr. Cogswell helping patients achieve good overall dental health.
Kaylarae (LDA), Licensed Dental Assistant
Primarily assists orthodontic patients. Passionate about helping patients become confident with their smiles.
Ayan (LDA), Licensed Dental Assistant
Enjoys helping patients and balancing work with family life.
Gao, Dental Assistant
Bio coming soon
Sheila, Office Manager
Manages office scheduling and helps patients understand insurance benefits. Enjoys tennis, Minnesota bike trails, and traveling.
Cassie (Dental Assisting Degree), Front Desk / Treatment Coordinator
Grew up in Twin Cities, lifelong Minnesota resident. Enjoys biking, exploring lakes, and traveling. Has a tuxedo cat and black lab.
Sheryl, Front Desk / Financial Coordinator
Works part-time Monday and Friday mornings. Focused on answering patient questions and managing scheduling and billing.
Martha, Front Desk / Hygiene Coordinator
Helps current and new patients schedule appointments. Loves spending time with family and friends, live music, and travel.
Kailyn, Front Desk / Scheduling Coordinator
Learning about dental care while managing scheduling. Enjoys cross-country road trips, camping, concerts, and bird watching.
What patients say
Vibe: professional
St. Anthony Park Dental Care receives uniformly excellent feedback with all 17 reviews at 5-star ratings. Patients consistently praise the professional, kind, and skilled dental team (particularly Doctors Nate, Paul, Joe, Alison, and Brad), efficient operations, and genuine care for patient wellbeing. The practice is noted for exceptional work with anxious and pediatric patients, resolving complex dental issues, and maintaining strong patient relationships over decades.
professionalwelcomingfamily-orientedanxiety-friendlyknowledgeablecommunity-trusted
- Resolving chronic daily pain issues
- Great with kids and family dentistry
- Reframing dental fear in anxious patients
- Up-to-date with latest dental technology
- Thorough hygiene cleanings with excellent attention to detail
- Exceptional communication and patient education