Dr. Jennifer Bertrand values the opportunity to get to know her patients on a personal level and believes this fosters a more comfortable, pleasant dental experience. She strives to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry and is continually looking for ways to improve outcomes and the patient experience. She believes by giving her patients the proper time, quality care, and education on disease prevention, together optimal oral health is an attainable goal.
Dr. Bertrand was born and raised in Rochester, Minnesota. At the University of Minnesota, she completed a B.S. degree in biology, and in 2011 received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the School of Dentistry there as well. In order to offer her patients the highest caliber of care, she has completed around 100 hours of continuing education annually with a focus in cosmetic restorative dentistry, orthodontics (traditional braces and Invisalign), restoring implants, complex bite issues, dentures, and TMJ issues. She is an active member of a local Spear Study Club and previously Seattle Study Club, both comprised of dental professionals and specialists that come together to learn and collaborate on complex cases. She has served on the Evidence-Based Dentistry committee for the Minnesota Dental Association. Dr. Bertrand practiced for several years in private group practice prior to joining Smile Design Dentistry in 2019, and became a partner in 2022.
Plymouth is home to Dr. Bertrand, her husband Dan, and their young daughter. Outside of the office, an ideal weekend for Dr. Bertrand is one spent relaxing ‘up-north’ with friends or family. She also enjoys yoga, running, playing piano, and biking the regional trails. Having not lived a day of her life outside of Minnesota, she is a loyal Gopher fan. Dr. Bertrand will tell you that one of the perks of her job is the fabulous travel and restaurant recommendations from patients.
