Your Board-Certified Chaska, Eden Prairie, Waconia, & Minnetonka Orthodontist
Meet Dr. Adam
Dr. Adam brings warmth, expertise, and dedication to creating beautiful smiles for every patient. With extensive training in advanced orthodontic techniques and a passion for utilizing cutting-edge technology, Dr. Adam is committed to delivering exceptional orthodontic care.
Education & Experience
- American Board of Orthodontists — Board-certified
- University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry — Master of Science in Orthodontics
- University of North Carolina Adams School of Dentistry — Doctorate of Dental Surgery
- Wake Forest University — Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Minors in Biology and Spanish)
Community Involvement
Dr. Adam is passionate about education and has dedicated significant time to mentoring dental students through research initiatives and teaching assistantships. The mentorship he received throughout his own education inspired him to pay it forward in the orthodontic community.
As an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota Graduate Orthodontic Clinic, he enjoys sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for orthodontics with future specialists. Teaching also keeps him closely connected to the latest research and techniques, which he brings back to the patients at Ovation Orthodontics.
Dr. Adam actively participates in local community events and believes in making orthodontic care accessible to all. His bilingual abilities in English and Spanish help him better serve our diverse patient community.
Beyond his work in private practice and education, Dr. Adam's involvement with the Children's Hospital Cleft Palate Team and the University of Minnesota Cleft and Craniofacial Team allows him to collaborate with healthcare specialists to provide transformative care for children who need it most.
Research & Innovation
Dr. Adam’s commitment to advancing orthodontic care is evident in his extensive research contributions. His work focuses on innovative cavity detection technologies, allowing for more conservative treatment approaches.
He has published multiple peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals, including the American Journal of Orthodontics, and enjoys presenting at and attending local and national conferences.
Dr. Adam has authored numerous research papers in respected dental journals, contributing to the advancement of orthodontic care. His recent publications focus on innovative cavity detection methods and orthodontic treatment outcomes.
You can learn about his research here:
- Microcomputed Tomography Mineral Density Profile as Reference Standard for Early Carious Lesion Activity Assessment
- Near-infrared imaging in orthodontic intraoral scanners for early interproximal caries detection
Outside of the Office
When not creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Adam enjoys:
- Exploring new restaurants with his wife, Taylor
- Walking their dog, Cocoa
- Attending concerts and sporting events
- Staying active through skiing, running, and pickleball
- Practicing Spanish with patients
Fun facts about Dr. Adam:
- Former drum major in both high school and college marching bands
- Completed his first marathon at 2025 Twin Cities Marathon
- Studied abroad in Vienna, Austria
- Avid reader always seeking book recommendations
- Proud UNC fan (despite his wife’s Duke allegiance!)
- Celebrated two weddings — an intimate ceremony in 2020 and a larger celebration in 2022
