Meet Your Stillwater Orthodontist
Meet Dr. Steve Henseler
Dr. Steve Henseler is an orthodontist who has dedicated his professional career to helping others achieve beautiful smiles. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire with a B.S. in Biology, received his D.D.S. from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry with High Distinction, and earned his orthodontic certificate and Master of Science degree from the University of Minnesota orthodontic residency program. In 1995, he established a practice in Woodbury, Minnesota. Outside of the office, Dr. Henseler is an active member of the community, giving back through annual sponsorships of the Woodbury Safety Camp, supporting local schools and youth organizations, and volunteering to coach Soccer and Track & Field at St. Ambrose Catholic School. He and his wife, Dr. Julie Henseler, reside in Woodbury with their sons, Ethan and Nicholas. Dr. Henseler has recently been chosen for the sixth consecutive year as MPLS/St. Paul Magazine’s Top Orthodontist. He is committed to providing the highest standard of orthodontic care in a fun and relaxed environment.
Meet Dr. Paul Kocian
Dr. Paul Kocian is a highly-skilled orthodontic specialist who has been practicing for either years. He has an impressive educational background, having earned both his D.D.S and Certificate of Specialty in Orthodontics from the University of Minnesota and the University of Pennsylvania, respectively. Dr. Kocian has also served in the U.S Navy and taught orthodontic techniques and planning to dental residents. He is passionate about helping patients achieve beautiful smiles and dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.
How orthodontists and dentists differ
Although orthodontists and general dentists share a foundation in dental training, their specialties set them apart. Every orthodontist starts out as a dentist, but becoming an orthodontist requires several more years of advanced education focused solely on aligning teeth and jaws. This specialized training gives orthodontists in-depth knowledge of how teeth move, why they move, and the best strategies to guide that movement. As a result, orthodontists are experts in creating customized treatment plans that deliver healthy, lasting results.
Why seeing an orthodontist matters
If your goal is to achieve a confident, lasting smile, working with a trained orthodontist can make all the difference. Orthodontists receive extensive education beyond dental school, giving them the expertise to handle more complex alignment and bite issues. While general dentists are equipped to handle a range of dental procedures — like root canals, wisdom tooth removal, and pediatric care — orthodontists specialize in guiding teeth into proper alignment through advanced techniques and customized care plans.
Seeing your Stillwater orthodontist may change your experience in braces by:
- Providing additional treatment options.
- Giving you more efficient treatment and visits, because it is the office's primary area of care.
- Knowing that you'll receive the best possible outcome on your treatment plan, especially if you have severe bite problems that need to be addressed.
- Personal experience treating multiple cases that share your unique concerns
- Being seen more quickly, as a family dentist will be focused on longer patient cases or emergencies throughout the day.
- You may think it's easier to have your orthodontic work completed by your dentist. Convenience shouldn't be a concern, because you will only be stopping by your Stillwater orthodontist's offices every six to eight weeks.
And don't let price be a problem either! Henseler & Kocian Orthodontics is proud to provide affordable treatment in the Stillwater area.