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The Dental Specialists

The Dental Specialists is a multi-specialty group dental practice serving the Twin Cities area with over a dozen locations and two dozen specialists across six dental specialties, including orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and implant services.

324 W Superior St # 824, Duluth, MN 55802
5.0(7 reviews)
Call Now(218) 727-7557Book OnlineWebsiteDirections

About The Dental Specialists

Root canals here are described as nearly pain-free, with staff walking patients through each step using simple, easy-to-follow analogies.

This is a pediatric dental practice that also offers Invisalign, traditional braces, and early orthodontic treatment. Reviews focus mainly on general dental visits, where explanations before procedures and a notably comfortable experience during treatments like root canals come up often. A few reviews also mention being fit in quickly for evaluations even when other offices had long waits.

Summary of 6 patient reviews, November 2019–May 2026, updated September 2026

The Dental Specialists is a multi-specialty group dental practice serving the Twin Cities area with over a dozen locations and two dozen specialists across six dental specialties, including orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and implant services.

They offer comprehensive dental care including braces, Invisalign, root canals, dental implants, and pediatric services for patients of all ages.

Treatments offered

Early TreatmentEarly TreatmentInvisalignInvisalignTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
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Who They Treat

The Dental Specialists provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

The Dental Specialists uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

3D Digital Scanning
Cone Beam CT (3D X-Ray)

Orthodontists at this office

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Dr. Omar Abusteit

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Dr. Amanda Allen, DMD

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Dr. Alejandro M. Aguirre

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Dr. Benjamin E. Allen

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Dr. Sam S. Atlasi

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Dr. Sara A. Barsness

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Dr. S. Matthew Davis

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Dr. Todd C. Gerlach

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Dr. Kimberly A. Lindquist

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Insurance accepted

6 plans listed
Blue Cross Blue ShieldCignaDelta DentalDelta Dental PremierHealthpartnersMetLife
The Dental Specialists accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 6 months ago

What patients praise

  • Reviews describe procedures like root canals as causing little to no pain.
  • Staff are noted for explaining what to expect using simple analogies before starting treatment.

Orthodontic care in reviews

Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.

Last 12 months
2 reviews
averaging 4.5★
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Higher rated than 88%
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Star ratings
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  • 4★1
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Average rating by year
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1★5★
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Clear explanations6
  • Gentle, comfortable care5
  • The dentist4
  • Friendly staff4
  • Scheduling & wait times1
  • Responsiveness1
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Clear explanations60
Gentle, comfortable care50
The dentist40
Friendly staff40
Scheduling & wait times10
Responsiveness10

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Recent reviews from Google

5.0
7 reviews
Lynn Reynolds
Lynn Reynolds
4 months ago
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This was my second root canal and this time the whole experience was just pleasant. Nicole, the hygienist, was so great at putting me at ease and explaining everything. Not once did I feel stupid or ashamed of my teeth. Dr. Kim was equally as amazing! Highly recommend

Review from Google

Jake Stewart
Jake Stewart
a year ago
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This was my first root canal, and it could not have been a better experience! The staff were very nice, explained the procedure very well, and it was entirely painless! I will gladly come back here if I ever need this type of work done!

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Bruce Blacketter, Jr
Bruce Blacketter, Jr
3 years ago
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Great, very pleasant staff up front. Dental assistant staff was extremely knowledgeable and made pre procedure prep go wonderfully. Dr. Lindquist walked me through the process and explained it well. She even humored my simplistic analogies to help me better understand what all that noise was going on in there. She performed the procedure quickly, efficiently and with unquestionable skill. I can't recommend Dr. Lindquist highly enough.

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Hanna Rose
Hanna Rose
Edited 4 years ago
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Ahhh, sweet relief! I had a toothache after a bunch of fillings, but the dentist couldn't figure out for sure which tooth was causing the constant pain throughout my jaw. Instead of just guessing which tooth should have a root canal (yes, that was actually considered), I decided to call these guys myself after learning the other endodontists recommended by the dentist were unavailable for several months. I was called in for an evaluation very quickly, and Dr. Lindquist used a combination of objective tests to determine which tooth was causing the problem (oddly enough, not the one I expected!). I felt confident that she actually found the source of the pain, and I was very grateful that I didn't have to settle for making painful and costly guesses. Not only did they get me in quickly for an evaluation, but they also had an opening that shaved two weeks off of my torture. There had probably never been anyone happier to get a root canal done than I was. As for the actual procedure, it went smoothly and was nearly pain-free (with the very slight exception being the start of the Novocaine needle insertion, which is pretty much impossible to prevent). They gave me a heads up on all the sensations and sounds of the procedure before starting each portion, which helped me feel relaxed and ready. It's been less than a week now, and I'm already feeling great with minimal to no pain meds. SO THANKFUL for Northern Endodontics!

Review from Google

Jennifer Lundberg
Jennifer Lundberg
5 years ago
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Everyone was informative, friendly, professional, and efficient. You couldn't ask for a better root canal experience.

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does The Dental Specialists offer?+
The Dental Specialists offers: Early Treatment, Invisalign, Traditional Braces.
Does The Dental Specialists accept dental insurance?+
The Dental Specialists accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Delta Dental Premier, Healthpartners, and others.
Does The Dental Specialists offer free consultations?+
Yes, The Dental Specialists offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (218) 727-7557 or book online to schedule.
Is The Dental Specialists accepting new patients?+
The Dental Specialists is currently welcoming new patients in Duluth, MN. Call (218) 727-7557 or book online to schedule.
Where is The Dental Specialists located?+
The Dental Specialists is located at 324 W Superior St # 824. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=11484449632310166375&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for The Dental Specialists?+
The Dental Specialists office hours: Mon Closed–Closed, Tue 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, Wed 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, Fri 7:00 AM–2:30 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does The Dental Specialists offer payment plans?+
Yes, The Dental Specialists offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at The Dental Specialists?+
The Dental Specialists is staffed by Dr. Omar Abusteit, Dr. Amanda Allen, Dr. Alejandro M. Aguirre, Dr. Benjamin E. Allen, Dr. Sam S. Atlasi, Dr. Sara A. Barsness, Dr. S. Matthew Davis, Dr. Todd C. Gerlach, Dr. Kimberly A. Lindquist. The practice is board-certified.
What is the patient rating for The Dental Specialists?+
The Dental Specialists has a 5-star rating based on 7 patient reviews on Google.

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324 W Superior St # 824, Duluth · 4.9 (42) · Board certified
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