Dr. Holt is a native of Long Prairie, Minnesota. She fell in love with the art of dentistry and has a strong desire to help people. She completed her education at the College of Saint Benedict and the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Holt decided to open a practice in the Long Prairie area because she yearned to help the community she calls home.
Dr. Holt is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Minnesota Dental Association (MDA), and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). She received the Swanson Memorial Award in Prosthodontics, as well as a Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics.
Moreover, Dr. Holt prides herself on being a down-to-earth person. She’s the type of dentist who likes to talk with patients and will even crack a few jokes (not necessarily good ones) to make your experience in her office as pleasant as possible. When she’s not in the office, she enjoys spending time with her growing family and everything outdoors. This includes gardening (although she has a bit of a green thumb for weeds),hunting, fishing, and camping.
Matthew grew up on a farm near Clotho which is where his passion for farming started. Beyond farming, Matthew is also in the Minnesota National Guard and runs a crop and cattle farm. If Matthew ever had a free moment you would find him cutting wood, hunting, or ice fishing. He enjoys sharing his passion for farming and the outdoors with his family.
Born and raised in Melrose, she knows central MN. Her favorite part of dentistry is getting to know patients and helping them gain a happier, heathier smile. Ashley enjoys shopping, reading and camping with her family.
Brenda loves the small-town rural life. She grew up in rural Long Prairie and went to college at North Dakota State College of Science. After school, she moved back to this area to live next her parents. Brenda has two kids, Carley and Riley, and a dog named Jack. Outside the clinic her and her husband stay busy managing their family's pumpkin farm.
LoriAnn grew up on a farm in a small-town community. She and her husband moved from their house on Mound Lake to Mankato for 14 years. Now with her husband retired, they were excited to move back to Mound Lake. They have two grown sons who live in Plymouth and Mankato. In addition, her two dogs keep her busy.
Angie grew up in central Minnesota and knows it well. When not in the clinic, she enjoys getting outside. From snowmobiling to bike riding and kayaking to road trips, her husband and two daughters are full of adventures. Her favorite part of her job are the friendships and the positive impact that dentistry has on others.
Michelle grew up in the Twin Cities and has three grown kids. She has a love for dogs and has three large dogs that keep her busy. Michelle has been in the Long Prairie area for five years.
I grew up on a small dairy farm in the Grey Eagle area. I attended the Dental Assisting Program at Central Lakes College in Brainerd. I now live in the Swanville area with my husband and three young children. In my free time I enjoy spending time at the lake.
I enjoy visiting with patients and giving them confidence in their smile. In my free time I enjoy archery, hunting, fishing, and snowmobiling. Raising goat and highlander herds are another passion of mine.
For Maggie, the most rewarding part of her career is connecting with patients and delivering great care. Outside of work, she stays busy raising sheep, gardening, hunting, fishing, and cherishing time as a grandma. She also loves traveling to sight-see through Kentucky and Tennessee.
Barb loves meeting new people and lending a helping hand around the office. Outside of work, she enjoys riding her Spyder, traveling to favorites like Paris, and spending the Christmas season outdoors with family and friends.
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We understand the difficulties parents face bringing young children to a dentist's office. That’s why we have a special area in the waiting room where children can play and stay busy. Plus kiddos will get a special token to use in our toy vending dispensers after each visit!
You’re not just our patient; you’re our guest! Feel free to help yourself to our water and coffee bar while you wait, just like we’d offer you if you were in one of our homes.
At Prairie Family Dental, we use the latest, top-of the line technology for more efficient, enjoyable experiences every time you visit. From intraoral cameras to TVs on operatory ceilings, we are doing everything we can to make sure your visit with us is a pleasant one.
