Dr. Nancy H Holm, DDS

Meet Dr. Holm
Nancy H. Holm, D.D.S.
I have to say that what brought me to Dentistry is the supreme joy I get from really taking care of people, and getting to know them on a personal level. (That’s what caused me not to choose the practice of general medicine, and boy am I glad--have you noticed that the average time a patient spends with their physician is now down to about 7 minutes?) It is a privilege to be able to spend that time, and to see the tangible results of my skill at the end of every appointment, and each time I get to examine and visit with each of my patients!
I have always enjoyed working with my hands. I was the kid who had every imaginable kit and craft while growing up. My mom noticed that when she brought me along to my older sister’s Girl scout meetings, it was me who was the first one done with the craft project, even though I was just the little sister who tagged along! My fourth-grade teacher insisted that I become an artist, which I convinced her years …later, is what a dentist really should be. Crafting a beautiful smile, restoring a broken-down tooth, and seeing unhealthy gums transformed back to health feels like the best kind of art to me! My upbringing focused on the call to take care of others, and I was fortunate to have the knack and curiosity for science as well as an incredible work ethic instilled in me by my parents. I am truly grateful that Dentistry has satisfied my every expectation, and then some.
I look forward to getting to know you when you come to our office. I am lucky to be surrounded by a team of nurturing, smart, enthusiastic dental professionals who are on a mission, just like I am! Here’s a bit more of what you may want to know about me:
Professional education
Hill-Murray High school, 1980 Maplewood MN,
National Honor Society, top 25 graduate in a class of 350.
College Of Saint Benedict, 1984
BA Biology
graduated with honors: magna cum laude
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, DDS 1988
Professional Affiliations: St. Paul District Dental Society, Minnesota dental Association, American Dental Association, Dentistry for Diabetics
Professional History
Dr. Holm has been practicing the art and science of dentistry since July 1988
Associated dentists, Ltd. 1989-1996 a private group practice in St Paul. Dr Holm had the privilege of working closely with a periodontist, orthodontist and pediatric specialists.  Dr. Holm gained experience in trauma dentistry being on call for a large group, and occasionally taking calls from Children’s Hospital ER.
Purchased a Solo, private practice of her own in Burnsville MN since 1996
Continuing Dental Education
Dr. Holm has more than tripled the required hours of continuing education since graduating in 1988
She has studied all areas of dentistry, including:
cosmetic dentistry
periodontal(gum)disease
restorative care, including advanced courses in occlusion (rehabilitation of the bite and TMJ)
pediatric dentistry
technology advances, such as CEREC cad-cam dentistry, digital dental photography, and Visilite oral cancer screening
Dental health’s impact on general health, including membership in Dentistry for Diabetics, training in-office blood screenings for underlying health conditions, nutraceuticals, oral cancer and sleep apnea.
Some highlights include:
Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Study (“TMJ”-occlusion, study of how jaw and teeth operate together)
Seattle Study Club (interdisciplinary comprehensive dentistry involving specialists from every area of dentistry, coordinating advanced treatment for patients)
CEREC advanced training (for Cad-Cam, computerized ceramic “same-day” restorations that often more conserve tooth structure than a regular crown)
Personal
Dr. Holm grew up in Roseville, MN, and has lived in the Twin Cities all of her life. She has been married to her husband, Bill since 1998. She is attempting to achieve “world’s greatest aunt” status with her 6 nieces and nephews, and any other child that crosses her path!
Lifetime Community Involvement:
Girl Scout Leader, non-denominational Christian y