Dr. Neisen grew up in Bird Island, Minnesota and graduated from BOLD High School. With his natural love for anatomy and biology, he knew that he wanted to pursue a fulfilling career in the medical field and make a positive impact in the lives of others. After shadowing a couple of skilled and compassionate dentists, he discovered his calling in caring for smiles and hasn’t looked back since.
He attended North Dakota State University where he earned his undergraduate degree with highest honors in zoology – health sciences. He then went on to become a Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, graduating with highest honors as 6th of 98 students in his class. After dental school, he completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona, where he began his training in dental implants, extractions, and advanced dentistry.
Today, Dr. Neisen is living his dream as the owner of Authentic Dental of Willmar. Gentle and approachable, he makes it a point to connect with his patients on a personal level, relate to their challenges, and create the most comfortable, individualized dental experience. He couldn’t feel more excited to partner alongside Willmar patients with trusted support and provide unparalleled care for his home region.
In addition to his compassionate chairside manner, Dr. Neisen is a decorated and skilled clinician. Dr. Neisen has completed hundreds of hours of clinical training in dental implants, smile makeovers, 3D printing, full mouth implants, and more. Dr. Neisen has acquired Fellowship status with the Academy of General Dentistry (a credential carried by 6% of dentists) and Fellowship credentialing with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Outside of the office, you can find Dr. Neisen making memories with his wife and best friend, Hope, and being a loving father to his bundle of joy, Mila. He is super passionate about fitness and endurance events and his completion list includes multiple marathons, an Ironman 70.3 triathlon, an America’s Toughest Mudder obstacle race, and a 60 mile ultramarathon that raised over $7,200 for a local non-profit. Dr. Neisen also enjoys reading (a self-proclaimed bookworm), playing with his rescue pup, Nellie, and rooting for the Timberwolves and Vikings. SKOL!