North Star Dental Services

North Star Dental Services North Star Dental Services We have been serving dentists since June of 1989 and are currently trusted by over 200 dentists in Minnesota and South Dakota.
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NSDS provides:

-"quick-fix" phone trouble-shooting
-preventative maintenance
-scheduled or emergency services
-loaner equipment
-office design and contractor/architecture consulting
-equipment moves and installations
-equipment appraisals

We are committed, with integrity, to the service and support of our customers.

We hear this more often than you might think:“I didn't know you worked on those.”Chances are, we probably do.North Star ...
09/04/2026

We hear this more often than you might think:

“I didn't know you worked on those.”

Chances are, we probably do.

North Star services and supports equipment throughout the dental office — from sterilizers, chairs, units and lights to compressors, vacuums and X-ray equipment.

We also provide equipment sales and installation, preventive maintenance, and State of Minnesota X-ray calibrations.

You don't have to remember which company handles which piece of equipment.

When something in your dental office needs attention, start with North Star.

If it's something we can help with, we'll get you pointed in the right direction.

North Star Dental Services
Clear direction for your dental practice.

Tiny wear. Big problem.It doesn't always take a major component failure to bring a sterilizer to a stop.This small part ...
09/02/2026

Tiny wear. Big problem.

It doesn't always take a major component failure to bring a sterilizer to a stop.

This small part came out of a large Tuttnauer sterilizer. Look closely at the inner opening and you can see the tiny grooves that have developed over time from repeated steam and water release.

They don't look like much.

But that small amount of wear was enough to cause a failure.

Our technician tracked down the problem, replaced the worn component, tested the sterilizer, and got the office back up and running.

It's a good reminder that when dental equipment stops working, the answer isn't always the biggest—or most expensive—part.

Sometimes, it's the little things.

North Star Dental Services
Clear direction for your dental practice.

Dental equipment doesn't always fail in obvious ways.Recently, we were called in to look at a piece of equipment that wa...
08/27/2026

Dental equipment doesn't always fail in obvious ways.

Recently, we were called in to look at a piece of equipment that was expected to need a costly repair. After taking a closer look, our technician found a much simpler solution — and was able to get the office back up and running without replacing an expensive component.

That's the value of experience, good troubleshooting, and having technicians who have spent years working on dental equipment.

Repair first. Replace when it makes sense.

North Star Dental Services
Local service. Experienced technicians. Practical solutions.

“We called you because you're independent.”An office said that to us this morning. It got us thinking about what being a...
08/25/2026

“We called you because you're independent.”

An office said that to us this morning. It got us thinking about what being an independent dental equipment dealer actually means for the practices we serve.

It doesn't mean we don't have manufacturer relationships. We do, and we're proud of them.

It means we can start with a different question:

What does this practice actually need? Sometimes that's new equipment. Sometimes it's pre-owned. Sometimes it's repairing what you already have. And sometimes it's telling you that what you have is still the right equipment for the job.

We think having more than one possible answer matters.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

When standard equipment isn't the answer.This was a custom project we completed for an office that needed something a li...
08/21/2026

When standard equipment isn't the answer.

This was a custom project we completed for an office that needed something a little different: the positioning and functionality of a surgical table combined with a dental delivery system.

Instead of trying to make a standard dental chair fit the way they worked, we helped put together a configuration that fit their actual clinical needs.

Sometimes the right solution is straight out of the catalog. Sometimes it takes a little more planning and creativity.

The equipment should fit the way you practice—not the other way around.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

They were preparing for a several-thousand-dollar repair.A dental office we hadn't worked with before noticed they were ...
08/18/2026

They were preparing for a several-thousand-dollar repair.

A dental office we hadn't worked with before noticed they were losing oxygen and contacted their usual equipment service provider. Over the phone, they were told they likely needed a several-thousand-dollar replacement part.

Before moving forward, they called North Star.

We were able to get a technician to the office quickly to take a look. By the time we arrived, their oxygen tanks had emptied, so once the tanks were refilled, we returned to test the system and find out what was actually happening.

The expensive part wasn't the problem.

We found that the flowmeter had been left on and the system needed new check valves. We replaced the valves, tested the system, and got everything functioning as it should again—for considerably less than the repair they had been expecting.

Sometimes good service isn't about replacing the most expensive part. It's about showing up, finding the actual problem, and getting it fixed.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

The office didn't even know there was a problem.During annual maintenance, we found that one of the three heads on this ...
08/14/2026

The office didn't even know there was a problem.

During annual maintenance, we found that one of the three heads on this dental air compressor had stopped running. The other two were keeping up, so the office hadn't experienced any interruption at all.

We originally installed this compressor in 2012. After 14 years of service, the system is now obsolete and parts are no longer available, so this time replacement made more sense than repair.

We helped the practice choose a properly sized Tech West Elite oil-less compressor, giving them the capacity they need today and a system built for the years ahead.

This is why we believe in looking after equipment for the long haul. The right equipment. Regular maintenance. Problems caught early. And good guidance when it's finally time for something new.

Fourteen years later, we're grateful to still be helping this practice with what comes next.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

Equipment still working doesn't always mean repairing it is the best investment. And an expensive repair doesn't automat...
08/11/2026

Equipment still working doesn't always mean repairing it is the best investment.

And an expensive repair doesn't automatically mean it's time to replace it.

Age, parts availability, reliability, repair history, workflow and the cost of downtime can all change the answer.

That's why we don't believe every service call should end with the same recommendation.

Sometimes, repair it. Sometimes, replace it. Sometimes, keep it running and start planning for what's next. Our job is to help you understand the options so you can make the decision that's right for your practice.

North Star Dental Services
Clear direction for your dental practice.

At North Star, we're always looking for ways to make working with us a little easier.One area we've been focused on is o...
08/06/2026

At North Star, we're always looking for ways to make working with us a little easier.

One area we've been focused on is our service calls.

Every repair is different, so some jobs will naturally take more time than others. But we've been working to simplify how we bill for service—making pricing easier to understand, more consistent, and as fair as possible.

It's one more step toward making every interaction with North Star a little clearer.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

Sometimes the smallest components create the biggest frustrations.This worn syringe cartridge had begun sticking, allowi...
08/04/2026

Sometimes the smallest components create the biggest frustrations.

This worn syringe cartridge had begun sticking, allowing water to leak during use. It's a simple repair—but one that can make a noticeable difference in the operatory.

Not every service call involves replacing major equipment. Sometimes it's recognizing a small problem early and fixing it before it becomes a bigger inconvenience.

That's the kind of work we do every day.

Clear direction for your dental practice.

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17763 545th Avenue
Grove City, MN
56243

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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