OUR DENTISTS

Dr. Carrell received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa where he served as class President.  Since graduating dental school, Dr. Carrell has taken extensive continuing education courses in Implant Dentistry, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry.  He served as the president of the Minnesota Academy of Comprehensive Dentistry from 2017-2018. He is a current  member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the International Team of Implantology, the American Dental Association, and Minnesota Dental Association. At Metro Dentalcare, Dr. Carrell was the Implant Continuing Education Director for all of Metro Dentalcare clinics.

Asked why he enjoys dentistry, Dr. Carrell says: “The most rewarding part of being a dentist is building relationships with my patients and providing great results.  For that reason, I’m proud to lead the Lakeview Family Dentistry team, which focuses on treating our patients with personalized dental care.  I want my patients to be educated and involved in their treatment.  I believe all patients deserve conservative quality dentistry and I want them to feel comfortable during visits.”

Dr. Carrell currently resides in Lino Lakes with his wife, Marie, and their children: Henry, Ben, and Charlotte.  In his free time Dr. Carrell enjoys cycling, playing guitar, hiking, and cooking with his wife.

Dr. Drew Carrell

Dr. Kelly Djerf

Dr. Djerf completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota Duluth. She pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Minnesota, graduating with high distinction. Upon graduation, she was awarded the Minnesota Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Performance Award, International College of Dentists Student Humanitarian Award, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists Predoctoral Achievement Award. After dental school Dr. Djerf completed her General Practice Residency at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Hospital. Dr. Djerf continues to expand her dental training with continuing education to provide her patients with the highest standard of care.

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Dr. Djerf has always loved science, art, and working with her hands. Combine these passions with her love for people and you have the perfect fit for dentistry. Dr. Djerf is dedicated to providing quality dentistry with a keen attention to detail. She enjoys getting to know her patients and making them feel comfortable and informed with their treatment.

During her free time, Dr. Djerf spends time outside enjoying the ever-changing Minnesota seasons, reading, biking, baking, and visiting family & friends.