With a warm smile and a friendly hello, our helpful and talented Bomstad Dental team will assure that you will be comfortable and well-taken care of in a relaxed environment. If you have questions, just ask and we will be eager to help you.
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Shaina, Front Desk
Shaina is a graduate of St. Anthony Village High School and currently lives in Northeast Minneapolis with her dog, Monty. Monty is a 5 year old golden retriever/lab mix. In her free time, Shaina likes to travel, entertain and spend time with her dog.
- What do you enjoy most about dentistry? “I love seeing patients improving and happy with their smile. The final outcome of a brand new smile makes the journey to it worth the time and energy.”
- What is your favorite movie? Shawshank Redemption
- What is your favorite song? “Just the Way You Are”
- What is your favorite season? Fall
- What is your favorite sports team? Minnesota Vikings
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Sara, Front Desk
Sara holds two degrees. She graduated from Herzing University as a Registered Dental Assistant in 2003 and more recently from the University of Phoenix with an Associate of the Arts degree in Healthcare Administration and Management. She lives in Plymouth with her husband, two sons and cat. Sara enjoys cooking, baking, antiquing, repurposing furniture and agate hunting.
- What do you enjoy most about dentistry? “The Patients! -creating relationships from beginning to end.”
- What is your favorite movie? Goonies, Gremlins, Beaches
- What is your favorite song? “Wish You Were Here”
- What is your favorite season? Summer, by far!
- What is your favorite sports team? Minnesota Wild
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Laura, Dental Assistant
Laura earned her Dental Assisting degree from Lakeland Medical/Dental Academy. She has been assisting for over 25 years and joined the Bomstad Dental team in 2012. She and her husband have two teenage daughters. Outside of the dental office, Laura enjoys spending time with family and friends as much as possible, going to movies, volunteering at her church, reading, and anything that pertains to sunshine!
- What do you enjoy most about Dentistry? “I find it very gratifying to help people who are experiencing tooth pain or discomfort. They are very appreciative when we help them and that is a good feeling. I also enjoy doing smile makeovers!”
- What is your favorite season? Summer, of course!
Sandy, Dental Hygienist
Sandy earned her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and is certified for local anesthetic. She joined the Bomstad Dental team in 1993. Sandy says she enjoys her work at the office very much because of the great patients and the wonderful staff. She particularly appreciates the close family atmosphere, as was demonstrated by the loving support she received when her husband Jim passed. In her free time, Sandy enjoys spending time with her son, gardening, rubber stamping, making cards, going for walks, reading, volunteering at her church, and watching sports.
- What do you enjoy most about Dentistry? “I like the one-on-one relationships that I have with my patients and the rewards they see when they achieve good dental health.”
- What is your favorite song? “Spirit in the Sky”
- What is your favorite sports team? Minnesota Twins
Elizabeth, Dental Hygienist
Elizabeth graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental Hygiene program in 2018. She grew up in Rosemount and currently lives in Eden Prairie with her boyfriend. Elizabeth enjoys music. She likes stadium concerts as well as smaller local bands. Since COVID, she has spent time puzzling, listen to podcasts, hiking and hanging out with her two cats.
- What do you enjoy most about Dentistry? “I love the opportunity to be a lifelong learner. The fast-paced advances in technology and improving patient care are important to me. What gets me through each day though, are my patients and building relationships that mean more than someone who just cleans teeth!”
- What is your favorite season? Fall in Minnesota is the best! Even if it only lasts for 2 weeks!
Mikayla, Dental Hygienist
Mikayla is a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota. She grew up in Norwood Young America and currently resides in Minneapolis. Mikayla enjoys hiking, reading and traveling in her free time.
- What do you enjoy most about Dentistry? “Getting to know my patients on a personal level and helping them improve their oral health.”
- What is your favorite movie? Scooby-Doo: The Movie
- What is your favorite song? “Accidentally in Love”- Counting Crows
- What is your favorite season? Fall
- What is your favorite sports team? Minnesota Gophers