Welcome to our Dental Family!
Our mission is to provide you with exceptional experience and the highest
quality dental care every single time. Expect nothing but the best in our
commitment to excellence as we look forward to building a long lasting
relationship.
Our Tamarack Hills Family Dentistry team looks forward to meeting you.
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A Message from Dr. Avi Matha
At
Tamarack Hills Family Dentistry, we strive to bring the latest
advancements in the dental field to you and your family. I,
along with my team, take continuing education courses and attend numerous
trainings a year that give us the skills to provide you with the treatments that
make your time with us faster, safer, and many times, more affordable.
I have completed advanced training at the
Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies
and have taken postgraduate studies in Esthetic and
contemporary Dentistry at the
University of Minnesota. Apart from the
Cosmetic Dentistry
courses, I have completed advanced Implant training and Bone grafting surgeries.
I have achieved Fellowship and Diplomate/Mastership status with the
International Dental Implant Association
and fellowship status with the Academy of General Dentistry.
I am also an active member of the the
Academy of General Dentistry , the
Practice-Based Research Network,
ICOI (International Congress of Oral Implantologist),
IDIA (International Dental Implant Association),
AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry), and a member in the 3m focus panel group as well. These classes and
organizations help me provide a high-quality Woodbury dental home for you and
your family.
Dr. Avi Matha is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry
Fellows and Masters of the Academy of General Dentistry
The Fellowship and Mastership designations are two of the most rigorous
continuing dental education programs today. A general dentist who is a “Fellow”
in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD) has been recognized by other general
dentists as a leader and example to other dentists of the importance of quality
continuing dental education to patient care. A general dentist who has earned
the designation “Master” of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD) has
completed a structured and demanding set of requirements involving all the
dental disciplines.
The Academy of General Dentistry
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) is a professional association of more
than 40,000 general dentists from the United States and Canada. Founded in 1952,
the AGD has grown to become the world’s second largest dental association and it
is the only association that exclusively represents and lobbies for the needs
and interests of general dentists. AGD’s headquarters office is located in
Chicago, Ill.
Fellowship
To earn a Fellowship Award, a dentist must earn a minimum of 500 approved
continuing dental education credits and pass a comprehensive 400-question
examination. The dentist is required to be an AGD member for three continuous
years. While attaining Fellowship is a challenge, it allows dentists to remain
current with what is new in dentistry, and to incorporate the latest research
techniques into their practices.
How FAGD or MAGD Benefits Patients
Fellows and Masters of the AGD follow a lifelong pursuit of continuing education
to provide the highest quality of dental care to patients. The award symbolizes
the professional responsibility of general dentists to remain current in their
profession and reminds each member of the dental profession to continue to learn
new techniques for their dental practice. These are awards, however and should
not be confused with post-graduate degrees or certification. Every dentist who
applies for the Fellowship or Mastership Award has their application reviewed by
the AGD Council on Dental Education to assure that the high standards of the AGD
are met.
How AGD Membership Benefits Patients
When a dentist has achieved the Fellowship or Mastership Award, patients can be
assured that their dentist is dedicated to providing the finest care in general
dentistry. To date, more than 2276 members of the AGD have become Fellows and
over 6451 have gone on to receive Mastership. The AGD is proud of all of its
members who must take at least 75 hours of continuing dental education every
three years, and especially proud of its members who have made the commitment to
pursue these awards.
Dr. Matha owns two locations, one in Woodbury and one in Bloomington, and he
looks forward to meeting you.
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Meet Our Team
Justine, Office Manager/Licensed Dental Assistant
As a graduate of Lakeland Medical-Dental Academy with a degree in Dental
Assisting, Justine is passionate about her career and has endless enthusiasm for
all areas of dentistry. She holds over 18 years of dental experience as a
Licensed Assistant, Treatment Coordinator and has extensive training in the
specialty of Orthodontics. Justine strives to make each patient’s visit a great
one! As a resident of Woodbury she and her family spend much of their time
active in the community. In her free time she enjoys spending it with her
friends & family, fishing, traveling and playing Adult CoRec kickball at
Bielenberg. She is also training for her black belt in Tae Kwon Do.
Susan, Licensed Dental Hygienist/Licensed Dental Assistant
Susan graduated with an
Associates in Applied Science in Dental Assisting at Century College. Susan strives for excellency when providing care for patients.
Professionalism and integrity are her top priorities when assisting patients to
ensure they have the upmost pleasant experience at Tamarack Hills Family
Dentistry. She strives to provide excellent patient care to make each patient’s
visit a memorable one. Susan is currently enrolled in
Century College’s Dental Hygiene program. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, crocheting,
playing the piano and exercising.
Kelsey, Licensed Dental Hygienist
Graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Dental Assisting and found a
new passion and furthered her career in Dental Hygiene graduating in 2016. Her
greatest passion in hygiene is personally getting to know her patients. She
loves visiting historical homes and sites around Minnesota, walking at Fort
Snelling and Minnehaha Falls in the Summertime, going to the Guthrie Theatre,
watching movies and spending time with her family especially the family dog Levi
who has an adventurous life swimming, canoeing, and paddle boarding!
Heidi, Licensed Dental Hygienist
Heidi graduated from Ferris State University, MI in 1992 with an Associates in
Dental Hygiene. Heidi finds her job rewarding and enjoys getting to know each
every one of her patients and their oral health needs. In her free time she
enjoys spending time with her family, knitting, crocheting, sewing and walking.
Shelley, Licensed Dental Assistant
Shelley has been a dental assistant for 18 years, she strives to have patients
have a great experience in the dental chair, and excellent patient care while
they are here. I love meeting new people and developing relationships with them.
In my spare time I love to spend time with my 2 boys and my grandchildren,
fishing, hunting and woodworking.
Alyssa, Licensed Dental Assistant
Bio coming soon.
Terra, Licensed Dental Assistant
Originally from Northern Minnesota, Terra has over 30 years as a Licensed Dental
Assistant. She finds her career rewarding and helping patients has always been
her favorite part of the field. She loves spending time with family, camping up
north, fishing, and the outdoors. Terra is also a proud mama to her fur-baby
Makayla, a purebred Dalmatian who will be 3 years old in August.
Melissa, Patient Care Coordinator
Melissa has over 25 years in customer service as a Licensed Esthetician as well
as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Although new to the dental field, she has
found the experience rewarding with each new day. Patient care is her number one
priority. She is a proud grandmother of 3 and loves camping at Head of the Lakes
in Osakis, traveling, and doing hair in her spare time. Her dream vacation would
be lounging in the sandy beaches of Puerto Rico.
Angel, – Scheduling Coordinator
Angel is from St Paul, she is currently enrolled at Century College studying for
her degree in Applied Science for Medical Administrative Assistant at Century
College. She has worked in the healthcare field since 2005 and has 6 years of
Dental Scheduling. In her free time she enjoying doing volunteer work and
hanging with family and friends.
Amenities at Tamarack Hills Family Dentistry
Your comfort is important to us. To keep you relaxed and comfortable, we offer
numerous spa-like amenities.
Blankets and Pillows
Our treatment rooms have blankets and pillows so you can lay back, relax and
enjoy your visit.
iPads for Adults & Kids
Use one of our iPads to read our
HIPAA Notice, check your email, or get caught up on the latest news. We even have
kid-friendly games that are age appropriate, educational, and fun!
Warm Scented Towels
We are changing the way you think about dental care. To help you feel refreshed
after your dental treatment, we offer warm scented towels.
Noise Canceling Headphones
We know that sometimes our instruments can sound scarier than they really are.
To help you stay calm during your treatment, we have noise canceling headphones
that eliminate all the sounds going on in the treatment room.
Internet Cafe & WiFi
All of us like to “stay connected.” We have an Internet cafe and free WiFi, so
you can check your email and update your status from one of our computers or
from your smartphone.
Beverages
Feel free to enjoy any of our complimentary beverages before or after treatment.
Warm up with a cup of coffee or quench your thirst with a bottled water.
Flatscreen Apple TVs
We have TVs throughout our office so you can start watching a movie in the
reception area and continue watching from where you left off in the treatment
room!
Children’s Play Area
We love treating kids and kids enjoy coming to see us! We have a fun team and a
play area with toys, books, and video games.
Treasure Chest of Prizes
After your child’s dental visit, he or she can pick any prize from our treasure
chest of prizes. We believe children should be rewarded for a great dental
visit. We look forward to treating your entire family.
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