Meet Our Doctors
Karla
DENTAL ASSISTANT
I am a Licensed Dental Assistant. I went to dental assisting school in Mankato & have worked at Carlson Dental since I graduated in 1993. I am married and have two children. In my free time I like to watch sports, go side-by-siding, and spend time with friends.
Faith
DENTAL ASSISTANT
While in school for Dental Assisting, I interned for two summers at Carlson Dental. After I graduated, I started working as a full-time Dental Assistant at Carlson Dental in July 2024.
Samantha
RECEPTIONIST
I started to work as a receptionist at Carlson Dental in January, 2022. I moved to Fairmont in 2020. I have have four boys who keep me busy with baseball & football. In my free time I like watching movies, baking and going on road trips!
Heidi
RECEPTIONIST & SWING ASSISTANT
I started working at Carlson Dental office in September, 2023. Before working at Carlson Dental I worked at Lakeview Methodist Home. I have two children who keep me busy. In my free time I enjoy watching sports.
MEET OUR DOCTORS
Dr. Fred Carlson retired in June of 2018 after practicing in Fairmont for 52 years
Dr. Paul Carlson is a graduate of Fairmont High School & Gustavus Adolphus College. Following college, he received his dental degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. After dental school in 1996, Dr. Paul moved back to Fairmont to join his father at Carlson Dental Office. After four years of growth, in 2000 Dr. Paul expanded Carlson Dental office from its location in the Fairmont Medical Center to its current location in the Victoria State Crossing Building. After 29 years, Dr. Paul continues to enjoy his role as owner and dentist at Carlson Dental!
Dr. Macey attended the University of Iowa, earning her bachelor’s degree in Human
Physiology and Doctorate in Dental Surgery. After she graduated in 2021, she
returned to her hometown of Sioux City, Iowa, to work at the community health
center. While there, Dr. Macey practiced all aspects of general dentistry and
gained exceptional experience treating young children and patients with complex
medical histories.
Dr. Macey is moving to Minnesota, where her Sherburn native fiancé, Mitch, lives.
Lisa
DENTAL HYGIENTIST
I am a Registered Dental Hygienist and started working at Carlson Dental in 1996. I graduated from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1994. I first worked in St. Paul before moving to Fairmont in 1996. I am married and have two children & a rescue dog, Payton. In my free time, I coach the FHS dance team. I love to cook and spend time with family & friends!
Jill
DENTAL HYGIENIST
I am a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 1999. I have worked at Carlson Dental since 2018. I have three children & two grandchildren. In my free time I like to golf, cheer on the Gophers and spend time with my family.
Jodie
DENTAL HYGIENIST & DENTAL ASSISTANT
Hi, my name is Jodie. I am a Registered Dental Hygienist and a Dental Assistant. I started working at Carlson Dental in 2025. I received my degree in Dental Assisting from DMACC in 2010 and in Dental Hygiene in 2014. My husband, two boys and dog keep me busy! If I have time to myself, you might find me in a quiet spot reading>
Your Name Here?
DENTAL HYGIENIST
We are looking to add a Hygienist to our team in fall of 2025!
Want your name here, contact us! carlsondental507@gmail.com or toothdoc1@midco.net