Let’s Get Started on Your Healthy Smile

At West End Dental, we offer complete, patient‑centered care designed to support your oral health, confidence, and overall well‑being at every stage of life.

New to West End Dental?

We’re Happy You’re Here

West End Dental is conveniently located just off Highway 100, south of Interstate 394. You’ll find our office inside the west entrance of the West End Plaza in St. Louis Park—just minutes from Minneapolis, Golden Valley, Edina, Robbinsdale, Crystal, and Hopkins. Download driving directions.

West End Dental, located in the West End Plaza

New Patients Forms

Are you a new patient at West End Dental? Get a head start.
Download, print, and complete your forms before your appointment for a faster, more seamless visit.

What Dental Insurance is Accepted at West End Dental?

Beginning in October 2026 we accept the following insurance*:

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • GEHA
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Cigna
  • Colonial Life
  • Delta Dental
  • Humana
  • MetLife
  • UMR
  • The Gaurdian Life Insurance

*Additional insurance plans coming soon. Please call our office for the most up-to-date information regarding insurance participation and coverage options.

Dental Insurance Information

At West End Dental, we accept dental insurance*. As a courtesy to our patients, we will file your claims on your behalf to help make the process as simple and stress-free as possible.

Our team is committed to making quality dental care accessible, and we are actively working to expand the list of insurance plans we accept. If your plan is not currently listed, we encourage you to contact our office. We are happy to review your benefits and discuss your coverage options.

Download our Dental Insurance and You information to learn more about maximizing your dental benefits.

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Financing

Our office accepts all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover), checks, and cash payment options. For additional financial assistance, we accept Care Credit. Please contact us for more information or review our Finance Policy.

What Our Patients Say

Our patients describe us as warm, thoughtful, gentle, and genuinely invested in their well‑being. Their stories mean everything to us.

"I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Merissa and West End Dental. From the moment you walk in, the entire experience feels thoughtful, professional and genuinely patient-focused. Dr. Merissa and the team strike the perfect balance between clinical excellence and a warm, welcoming environment. They take the time to...

Mathew

"My hygienist, and Dr. Merissa were amazing. They were calm, patient and knowledgeable. Although I'm not necessarily looking forward to future appointments, I now look forward to improving my dental health because of them."

Sarah

"Great dental clinic! Have them doing my Invisalign along with general dentistry. Dr. Merissa and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Also love the convenient location!"

Richard

"I've never trusted a dentist like I trust Dr. Merissa Richter. Dr. Richter listens and genuinely cares about our family's dental health and well being."

Al

"Dr. Merissa is highly professional and exceptionally skilled. She completed a filling for me without anesthesia, and the procedure was completely painless with excellent results. She takes time to explain every detail clearly and has been very reassuring throughout my visits."

JF

"...the hygienist and Dr. Merissa were very gentle and accommodating!"

Lynette

"Dr. Merissa and her staff are the BEST! I am getting new veneers and they have been so wonderful through the entire process!"

Stacie

"Dr Merissa is the best dentist ever!!!!"

Rose