Dentists near Minneapolis, MN

Dentists in Minneapolis diagnose and treat problems with teeth, gums and tissues in the mouth.

Dentists perform dental surgery on gums and supporting bones to treat gum disease. They remove tooth decay, fill cavities, place protective sealants on children's teeth, straighten teeth, repair fractured teeth and provide dental care. Minneapolis Dentists extract teeth and make models and measurements for dentures to replace missing teeth.

Licensed Dentists in Minneapolis have generally completed 3 or more years of undergraduate education plus 4 years of dental school and have passed the National Board Dental Exams. State licensing boards then require professionals to pass state licensing exams in order to practice in general dentistry. Additional post-graduate training is required to become a Minneapolis dental specialist, such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon. (Source: American Dental Association).

Most Minneapolis Dentists and dental groups accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. There are only a few medicare dentists and medicaid dentists serving the Minneapolis market. Follow these links to see if there is one nearby. There's no such thing as a cheap dentist and the best dentist is the one who gives you the best care.