About Us

Anthony J. Skinner, D.D.S

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Dr. Skinner believes that true excellence in patient care can only be achieved with a strong commitment to continuing education, technology, compassion, and a good understanding of patient goals. 

While he has specialized in periodontics; his training, education, and experience include a wide variety of skills and procedures allowing him to provide the highest quality of patient care. 

EDUCATION, RESEARCH & TEACHING

Formal Education
University of Iowa  - Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Iowa – Certificate in Periodontics

The University of Iowa periodontal specialty program is quite diverse placing a heavy emphasis on current research and techniques in periodontal cosmetics, bone regenerative therapy, dental implant treatment, and traditional periodontics.

Research
While attending the University of Iowa, Dr. Skinner studied the benefits of bone grafting to preserve jaw bone following tooth extraction.  Advances in bone grafting have dramatically increased the number of people who can enjoy the benefits of dental implant treatment. 

ADVANCED TRAINING & SKILLS

Dr. Skinner believes strongly in continuing to advance his dental education.  He participates in several local study groups, some of which are organized by Twin Cities Periodontics.  His training and clinical experience include:

  • Traditional periodontal treatment
  • Cosmetic periodontal treatment
  • Interdisciplinary case planning and treatment
  • Gum tissue augmentation procedures
  • Dental implant Treatment
  • Jaw bone augmentation
  • Conscious Sedation
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

He also has clinical experience communicating in Spanish and French.

MEMBERSHIPS & POSITIONS

Professional Affiliations – National
American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
American Dental Association (ADA)
Academy of Osseointegration (Dental Implants)

Professional Affiliations – State
Minnesota State Dental Society
Minnesota State Periodontal Association
Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Professional Affiliations – Local
Minnesota District Dental Society
Twin Cities Periodontics Study Club
Spear Study Club
21st Century Study Club
Bloomington/Minnetonka Study Club

PERSONAL

Dr. Skinner is originally from Clear Lake, Iowa.  He is married and is the father of three children.  Dr. Skinner enjoys many water and outdoor activities, as well as participating in his children’s activities.  He and his family are very grateful they have made Minneapolis/St. Paul their home.