DK Ortho Team

A Bismarck native, Dr. Dan graduated from Century High School in 2001. He went on to earn a B.S. degree, in Business Administration and Chemistry, from the University of Mary in 2005, where he was a 4-year member of the men’s tennis team. Following completion of his undergraduate studies, Dr. Dan attended the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S) degree. From that point, he attended orthodontic residency at Seton Hill University in Greensburg, PA, earning a Master’s of Science (M.S.) in Orthodontics. Upon completion of his residency in 2012, Dr. Dan returned to Bismarck to begin practicing as an associate orthodontist. In 2017, he embarked on his own to build DK Orthodontics.

When not practicing orthodontics, Dr. Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, Jenna, and their daughter, Brynnlee. He is a pre-dental mentor at the University of Mary, Board Member of the Volunteer Caregivers for the Elderly, President of the North Dakota Society of Orthodontists, Chairman of the American Association of Orthodontist’s Council for New and Younger Members, Board Member at Bridging the Dental Gap, Board Member of Dakota Start Gymnastics, and is very active within the Midwestern Society of Orthodontists as well as at the national level within the American Association of Orthodontists.

Originally from California, Monika has called North Dakota home for the past 7 years. She is very excited to be part of the DK Team and is the first face you will meet in the office. You will love her smile and she is excited to work directly with all of you!

 In her free time, Monika can found at the gym, on the river, or watching her beloved LA Dodgers!

Danielle comes to DK Orthodontics with over 25 years of experience in the profession and will guide you through the entire orthodontic process starting with the complimentary consultation all the way to the day that treatment begins. She will work closely with you to find the right financial plan for your family and ensure that all of your questions are answered as you enter this exciting journey!

Danielle is originally from Flasher, ND, and has worked in orthodontics in Rapid City, SD, Glendale, AZ, and now Bismarck. Her free time is spent with family, friends, her significant other, Lee, and their two dogs Molly and Rowdy. She will be the first to tell you that Saturdays in the Fall are spent either in the Fargodome or in front of the tv as she never misses a Bison football game. We are very excited to have Danielle as part of the team!

Danielle joins DK Orthodontics with an extensive background in customer service and accounting and looks forward to working hard to ensure that your treatment financing is completely tailored to your liking!

Danielle loves to snowboard and if you don’t find her on the mountains, you can definitely look no further than the dance floor as she is a dance instructor for Just For Kix.

Chelsey, a native of Mandan, who has been working in dentistry for over 10 years. She
has a wealth of knowledge to help make your orthodontic experience as smooth as
possible. Chelsey loves the interactive nature of orthodontic care and really getting to
know our patients. We know you will love working with her.

Outside of the office, Chelsey spends her free time outdoors either boating on the Missouri or running through the park with her dog. Chelsey is excited to be part of the smile creation team at DK.

Originally from Dickinson, Taylor joins DK Ortho with a vast dental background in orthodontics as well as pediatric and general dentistry. Taylor loves getting to know our patients and we know that you will love working with her!

Taylor and her husband, Devon, are proud parents to a chocolate lab named, Indy, and when they’re not chasing their pup, they enjoy hunting, fishing, and all things outdoors.

Brittany joins DK Orthodontics with an extensive orthodontic background and is a great asset to our patients with her vast experience and personality! She loves interacting with our patients and is eager to work with all of you!

Brittany is originally from Breckenridge, MN, and loves spending her free time outdoors enjoying all that North Dakota has to offer. We are glad to have her as part of the DK Team!

Originally from Flasher, ND, Secora completed her dental assisting degree at the North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, ND. Secora loves visiting with and meeting new people and will take great care of you!

Outside the office, Secora is an avid snowboarder and can be found on the slopes at Huff Hills and in Montana. If you find yourself in her way, watch out! And if you find yourself being worked on by Secora in our office, you will likely be serenaded with a tune as she loves singing!