Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Minneapolis Dental Care Provider
Minneapolis Dental has been dedicated to enhancing dental health and well-being through advanced technology and personalized care since its founding. Our team prioritizes patient comfort, offering comprehensive services ranging from routine checkups to complex cosmetic procedures. With decades of clinical experience, Dr. Lorrie Hodd leads our practice in delivering specialized dental care, combining expertise with a commitment to patient education and anxiety-free visits. Our state-of-the-art facility, located in downtown Minneapolis, features the latest dental innovations and a welcoming environment designed to make every visit stress-free. We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and long-term oral health solutions tailored to individual needs.Our accolades, including recognition in top dentist lists, reflect our dedication to excellence. Backed by a skilled team and partnerships with leading dental institutions, we ensure every patient receives exceptional care. From preventive maintenance to smile transformations, our practice bridges technical precision with compassionate service. We actively engage with the local community, offering accessible care and educational resources to promote dental wellness. Our goal is to be the trusted partner for families seeking reliable, high-quality dental solutions in the Twin Cities region.
Services
Dental Implants
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain Veneers
Smile Makeover
Family Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Bonding
Root Canal Therapy
Dentures
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Dr. Hodd has 30+ years of clinical experience and advanced training from the L.D. Pankey Institute
- We utilize the latest dental technology in a fully sterilized, patient-friendly environment
- Our team provides personalized care with detailed explanations and anxiety-reducing approaches
- We offer comprehensive treatment options from preventive care to full smile transformations
- Recognized as top dentists in Minneapolis with multiple patient testimonials highlighting exceptional outcomes
What people say
Excellent results
Friendly staff
Painless procedures
Personalized care
Beautiful smile
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions through titanium anchors fused with jawbone tissue. This procedure restores chewing functionality while preventing bone loss. Ideal for patients with missing or severely damaged teeth, implants support crowns, bridges, or dentures with natural-looking results that can last decades with proper care.
Porcelain Veneers
Custom-crafted porcelain veneers address cosmetic dental issues like discoloration, chips, and gaps. These ultra-thin shells bond to tooth surfaces for instant smile transformation. Durable and stain-resistant, veneers offer a minimally invasive solution for achieving symmetrical, aesthetically pleasing dental contours while maintaining natural tooth structure.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services deliver rapid stain removal using clinical-grade bleaching agents. In-office treatments achieve up to five shades of improvement in one hour through light-activated formulas. Custom take-home trays provide gradual whitening under professional supervision, ensuring safe and lasting results for patients seeking enhanced smile aesthetics.
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns restore severely damaged teeth through full-coverage restorations that mimic natural enamel. These custom-fabricated caps protect weakened teeth while improving shape, alignment, and color. With proper maintenance, crowns can last 10-20 years, offering both structural reinforcement and cosmetic enhancement for compromised dental anatomy.
Smile Makeover
Customized smile makeovers combine multiple procedures to address diverse aesthetic concerns. Treatment plans may include veneers, whitening, bonding, and orthodontic adjustments tailored to individual facial structures. This holistic approach creates harmonious, confidence-boosting results through coordinated cosmetic interventions designed to optimize overall dental aesthetics.
People
Dr. Lorrie Hodd
Dentist
Dr. Hodd graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental School with honors and completed advanced training at the L.D. Pankey Institute. With over 30 years of clinical experience, she specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry while maintaining active memberships in major dental associations.
Candy
Office Administrator
Candy brings extensive dental experience as former assistant and current insurance coordinator. With five children and thirteen grandchildren, she balances family life with community involvement while managing office operations and patient insurance coordination at Minneapolis Dental.
Haley
Dental Assistant
Haley transitioned from esthetics to dentistry after discovering her passion for smile transformations. Combining skincare expertise with dental care, she focuses on patient comfort and aesthetic outcomes while maintaining a gentle approach to dental procedures through her attention to detail.
Ashley
Dental Hygienist
With 18 years of dental experience, Ashley provides comprehensive hygiene services while emphasizing preventive care. She maintains advanced training in all dental specialties and balances professional excellence with family life as mother to three daughters in the Minneapolis area.
Questions
What cosmetic dentistry services do you offer?
We provide porcelain veneers, crowns, teeth whitening, dental implants, and comprehensive smile makeovers using advanced techniques and materials.
Does dental insurance cover cosmetic procedures?
Most insurance plans cover restorative aspects of cosmetic treatments. Our team assists with insurance verification and payment planning for all services.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards, dental insurance, and offer flexible payment plans to accommodate various budget needs for extensive treatments.
Are emergency dental services available?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency care, we prioritize urgent cases during business hours and provide after-hours contact instructions for true emergencies.
How do you accommodate anxious patients?
Our team employs gentle techniques, thorough explanations, and anxiety-reducing approaches to ensure comfortable experiences for patients with dental fears.
