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Dr. Rob Vander Broek, DDS

Senior Partner

Dr. Rob Vander Broek joined our team in 2015 and has been a dentist for ten years. He enjoys the shared sense of mission among our team members to improve patients’ health, comfort, and self-confidence. He chose dentistry as a career after taking mission trips to Honduras with his hometown pediatric dentist while he was in college.

Dr. Vander Broek graduated from the University of Michigan with Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees. He completed a one-year general practice residency at Carolinas Medical Center, as well as one-year research fellowships at both the National Institutes of Health and at the University of Michigan Medical School, resulting in multiple awards and co-authorship of several publications related to oral pathology. Additionally, Dr. Vander Broek received a certificate for completing a one-year dental implant externship through the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. He has completed over 1000 hours of continuing education credits since joining Northwest Dental Group, earning Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and Mastership in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Currently, Dr. Vander Broek serves as President of the Southeastern District Dental Society of the Minnesota Dental Association. He also volunteers on the Executive Boards of the Zumbro Valley Dental Society, the University of Minnesota Extension Regional Sustainable Development Partnership, and the nonprofit CHAMPs in Haiti. He regularly volunteers clinical services locally and abroad. He has spent over 500 hours at the Rochester Salvation Army Good Samaritan Dental Clinic and is the two-time recipient of the American Dental Association's International Volunteer Service Award for work completed in Nepal, Haiti, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic.

Dr. Vander Broek is certified in oral and inhaled sedation, local anesthetic, and CPR/AED/first aid. He has received training in OSHA and HIPAA compliance, implant dentistry, dental crowns, and Invisalign.

Dr. Vander Broek and his family enjoy spending time outdoors, traveling, and volunteering.

Locations
  • 37th Street
    822 38th ST NW
    Rochester, MN 55901

    Monday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM 

    Tuesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM

    Wednesday: 7:00AM - 6:00PM

    Thursday: 7:00AM - 5:00PM 

    Friday: Closed

Common Patient Questions

  • What can you do for me to relieve my dental anxiety?

    We offer our Comfort Menu to all of our patients here at Northwest Dental Group to utilize as they would please. This includes comfort pillows, blankets, sunglasses, noise canceling headphones and much more! We also offer three kinds of dental sedation including oral sedation, pre-op sedatives and inhaled sedation.

  • How soon can I bring my child in for their first Exam?

    The American Dental Association advises bringing your child to see the dentist before their first birthday, or as soon as their teeth begin coming in. To encourage you not to delay your child’s first appointment, Northwest Dental Group offers free dental exams for children younger than 3. Our team is so efficient that we can often examine a baby along with mom or dad in less than an hour!

  • Am I a good candidate for Dental Implants?

    Our team at Northwest Dental Group takes your comfort and oral health seriously, so we perform a detailed evaluation of your mouth before offering dental implants as an option. We might recommend further treatments prior to implants if your gums are infected or damaged, or your bone structure has deteriorated to the point where it won’t provide a stable foundation for your implant.

  • What constitutes a Dental Emergency?

    Ongoing bleeding, knocked out tooth, fractured or chipped tooth or a major infection. At Northwest Dental Group, we understand the panic that can set in during a dental emergency, so we work tirelessly to put your mind at ease. With over 50 years of experience, we have helped countless patients recover from dental emergencies and restore their smiles.

  • How much does Whitening cost?

    After a one-time investment of $99, you’ll receive custom whitening trays that completely cover your teeth along with a free whitening solution for life!

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