Meet Us

Office Philosophy

Our administrative staff and assistants are specifically selected and trained to provide high quality care and communication. Each patient is given individualized attention. Through extensive continuing education courses, the latest techniques in philosophy, diagnosis, sterilization and appliances are constantly being incorporated into our orthodontic treatments. Our success formula stems from a team approach between you as the patient and family, your dentist, our staff, and the orthodontists.

Meet the Doctors


Dr. Douglas Jolstad

Dr. Jolstad received his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees from the University of Minnesota, graduating with honors. He served as a dentist in the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Jolstad then received his specialty training in Orthodontics and received his Master of Science degree from the University of Minnesota. He has been in the practice of Orthodontics for Children and Adults since 1970.

Dr. Jolstad is Board Certified and became a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics in 1978. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association and several other professional organizations. Dr. Jolstad and his wife, Marcia, live in Deephaven.



Dr. Stephen Nelson

Dr. Nelson received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Gustavus Adolphus College. He obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota, graduating first in his class. Continuing at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Nelson completed his specialty training in Orthodontics and received his Master of Science degree.

Dr. Nelson is a member of the Cleft and Craniofacial team at Children's Hospital, Minneapolis. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association and several other professional organizations. Dr. Nelson is a life-long Minnetonka area resident and a Hopkins High School graduate. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Minnetonka.


Dr. Krestine Tiziani

Dr. Tiziani received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She received her Dental degree and a Master of Public Health degree from Harvard University, graduating with honors. Dr. Tiziani completed her specialty training in Orthodontics and received her Master of Science degree from the University of Minnesota.

Dr. Tiziani is a volunteer with Operation Smile which helps people with facial deformities in the U.S. and in other countries. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association and several other professional organizations. Dr. Tiziani is originally from Elk River. She and her husband, Mario, live in Chanhassen.



Dr. Kimberly Bohlig

Dr. Bohlig received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. She then obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota, graduating first in her class. Continuing at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Bohlig completed her specialty training in Orthodontics and received her Master of Science degree.

Dr. Bohlig is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association and several other professional organizations. Dr. Bohlig is originally from Brooklyn Park. She and her husband, Mark, live in Minnetonka.

Meet our Staff

The Minnetonka Staff
(back row)
Dr. Bohlig, Dr. Nelson, Dr. Jolstad, Dr. Tiziani
(front row)
Gale, Liz, Alyssa

 

   
The Excelsior Staff
(from left to right)
Kelly, Karah, Suzanne, Sherry, Claudia, Dr. Jolstad, Dr. Tiziani, Sheryl, Erin
   
The Wayzata Staff
(back row)
Chris, Dr. Nelson, Dr. Bohlig, Lisa
(front row)
Erin, Jenny, Tara, Nichole

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