Get to Know Dr. Kaitlin Sullivan

This week in our “Get to Know the Park Dental Doctors” feature we’re profiling Dr. Kaitlin Sullivan from our Edinbrook practice. In her profile, Dr. Sullivan shares her treatment philosophy, what she enjoys about being a dentist, as well as some fun facts about her personal life. Learn more about Dr. Sullivan below!

What made you choose dentistry?

I wanted to work in healthcare serving patients, I have family members that are in the dental field so it was familiar to me.

What do you love most about being a dentist or what do you find the most rewarding?

When a patient is in pain and you can treat and relieve it. Dental pain when it comes on is a different type of pain, so helping people in their most dire times is the most rewarding.

What’s your care/treatment philosophy?

The patient is in the driver seat and we are in the journey together.

Is there a particular area of dentistry you enjoy the most or like to focus on?

I enjoy treating teeth for root canals; it’s the procedure I most look forward to completing.

When did you start or how many years have you been with Park Dental?

I started with Park Dental Edinbrook in 2016.

What is one thing you love most about Park Dental?

The focus on patients and team members.

What do you enjoy most about being part of a group practice?

The ability to work with multiple people, the office is lively and fun.

And now for a little fun, let’s get to know Dr. Sullivan on a more personal level!

What was your very first job?

Lifeguard.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

Greece, Norway and Singapore.

What’s your favorite holiday?

Christmas. I love to bake and carry on family traditions.

Do you speak any other languages?

No.

Are you scared of or have a fear of anything?

Snakes, they are awful.

What’s your favorite thing about living in Minnesota/Wisconsin?

Being near my family.

Do you have any hidden talents?

No.

What’s your favorite season?

Fall.

What’s your favorite color?

Green.

What’s your favorite animal?

Gorilla’s.

How many different states have you lived in?

Two.

To learn more about Dr. Sullivan and to request an appointment, click here.