dentist

dental hygienist

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associate dentist

Clear-Lakes-Dental

A typical day at CLD BP would be clocking in the morning, logging on to your work computers. I've learned a lot from CLD. Management was unfair, as there were discrimination at times. Sometimes to me or other employees. The workplace culture was alright. The hardest part of the job mainly for me, I didn't get all the training I needed. I had to do everything by myself even though I was told to rely on others for when I needed help.  Did my best to help out with everyone in need so I would work on my tasks later. The ones I had to go to help for, literally only knew as much as I did.  Complaints about incompletion of work on to me even though we were understaffed and I not having the full training made it difficult as an employee to the company. Many will say they don't talk about employees but the fact that you get picked on for being fat or ugly by your boss and hearing it from somebody else is hurtful. CLD lacks in team work and core values. What is preached is completely opposite. They say there is no favoritism in the job placement, there is. Sometimes, will imply policies that were never mentioned at the interview but say it was there. They terminate many employees and wonder why they can't keep good employees. The most enjoyable of the job were only the people who actually saw the struggle and knew the same and actually tried to help. There was a specific person that I could go to for help all the time, she made my team and I feel at ease. Sad, that this work environment was toxic. Could've been a great place to work at and kept at if there were the right management, leaders, bosses. Employees rocked it out. You can only handle so much in a company that cannot grow.

As a future dental school student, shadowing at Clear Lakes Dental, Brooklyn Park, has been an invaluable stepping stone in my journey to becoming a dentist. This experience allowed me to immerse myself in the day-to-day operations of a dental clinic, providing a firsthand look at the wide range of duties and procedures that dentists perform. During my time shadowing, I observed various procedures, including routine cleaning, fillings, root canal therapy, crowns, and complete and partial denture procedures; each treatment provided me with a deeper understanding of the technical skills and precision required in dentistry. Additionally, the humanistic care and valuable patient interactions I have witnessed have solidified my dreams of becoming a dentist. Watching the compassionate way in which providers and staff communicated with patients, addressed their concerns, and ensured that their needs were met reinforced the importance of empathy and patient-centered care in dentistry.
The mentorship and guidance I have received from the team at Clear Lakes Dental have been instrumental in shaping my understanding of what it means to be a dedicated dental practitioner. The opportunity to ask questions and engage in conversation about various cases helped enrich my knowledge of the life-changing procedures offered to patients. I am grateful to have learned from such excellent providers, and I look forward to applying these lessons in my future career.

Working at CLD is a good start for non licensed dental assistant, if you are looking to continue your education in the dentistry field. The pay they compensate you isn’t worth it though, non licensed dental assistants are under payed at CLD.  CLD does not offer much benefits too. 

Midway location was AMAZING, coworkers and the manager is just AMAZING. They are like a family there, they treat you like one too. 

PHA location.. also it has a nice view, tons of people leave due to the work environment. 

Robbinsdale location is ok… management could be better with a good upbeat attitude. Management there forget that they were once a DA and now they are a manager their attitudes shows a lot about their personalities. Robbinsdale has great coworkers there. If you apply to work at robbinsdale location be aware you will be cleaning most the day. robbinsdale is very strict they will find the smallest thing for you to clean even if there is nothing. You can not leave when it hits your lunch break, you have to wait for everyone to be done with their duties because they say “ it’s not fair when others go first and others are still working” pretty much robbinsdale the management is like a pick me environment.  

Overall, if you work with the right people you will have a good time going to work. It’s a very fast pace environment so if you don’t like fast pace then this isn’t for you. J/s! 


Upper management is absolutely awful - change rules/policies/future plans nearly daily. There is no direct line of communication from Care Coordination to the actual clinicians or providers. They pretend to listen to/address your concerns but ultimately make short-sighted decisions that often snowball into worse consequences.

For example: they spent several months telling us that they were opening up a new clinic location, but we had no designated start date, leaving patients in the dark as to when they could expect it to open. When we finally started getting dates, they would demand that we fill up the schedules (so that they weren't "wasting" money on clinicians with no patients). We'd struggle to do that, and then the week or sometimes even DAY BEFORE they'd tell us, "Actually, there's construction delays, everyone needs to be rescheduled." This happened repeatedly for MONTHS. 

I discussed in a meeting about how that sort of thing can really harm not only our reputation as a clinic, but also patient trust. My manager's reply was basically, "There's no place for negativity here."

I expressed concerns about my mental health and was honest with where I was at, going as far to suggest possible accommodations or solutions that could help me succeed - they were all ignored.

I am a dental hygienist and I've been with Clear Lakes Dental for many months.  I offer my full experience, uninfluenced by any factors:
- 45 minutes hygiene is true.  We have assisted hygiene that helps.  Yes, sometimes it gets backed up, however as a medical assistance clinic, failure rate is extremely high as well.  Sometimes we don't have any patients in the afternoon.
- We have a 15 minutes late policy, which we enforce.  The only time we see patients after 15 minutes is if we have no shows / empty slot for hygiene
- Everyone that helped out during COVID19 received a $2,000 bonus.  I thought he was crazy and I was concerned that he was willing to give that much, but nonetheless I have received it along with my other staff
- It was only for those that worked at Clear Lakes Dental.  I was given the opportunity to work during that time as a hygienist -- just to avoid any confusion, all we were able to do was radiographs and injection.
- We have frequent food events, so that's a plus.
- For this summer event, the DDS is giving money for our casino party.
- I love this company

I figured I'd do an honest review solely to show the dynamics of our clinic.  Those who left / laid off during COVID19 missed out on the $2,000 bonus, which I believe was the major harbor of discontent judging from the great vine.

Working at CLD has been a mixed experience. On one hand, I’ve had the chance to work with some amazing team members who truly care about patients and each other. The work environment among staff is positive, and there are a few individuals I've met who are genuinely trying to build something meaningful within the company.

But unfortunately, their efforts often feel overshadowed by a leadership team that seems more focused on profits than progress. CLD could be a standout dental company—especially because we accept state insurance, which was one of the main reasons I joined. There’s so much opportunity to truly serve communities that often get overlooked, and to build a clinic that stands for accessibility and care.

Instead, it feels like those values get lost in the shuffle. Decisions often prioritize money over mission, and promotions are treated like a solution to deeper, ongoing problems that never get addressed. The result is a company that looks more like a generic corporate chain than the community-focused clinic it has the potential to be.

Until leadership starts genuinely investing in its people and its purpose—not just its bottom line—CLD will continue to miss the mark for both patients and staff.

I joined Clear Lakes Dental last year as a dental hygienist, and it has been an amazing experience. From my very first day, I felt welcomed by the team. Everyone at CLD, from the assistants to the dentists, treats each other with genuine care and respect, and they take the time to recognize accomplishments, which makes coming to work enjoyable. I really enjoy how the team supports one another and celebrates successes together, which creates a positive and motivating environment.

The office is very organized, and there is constant encouragement to continue learning and improving skills. I have already learned so much in a short time, from new hygiene techniques to better patient communication, and I truly appreciate that the team values professional growth as much as quality patient care. The environment is friendly, collaborative, and inclusive, making it easy to feel like part of the team immediately.

Overall, Clear Lakes Dental is a respectful and supportive workplace. I highly recommend it to any hygienist looking for a place to grow their skills, be appreciated, and work with a team that genuinely cares about employees and patients.

My experience with the Clear Lakes Dental company was amazing. The Doctors are really nice and wonderful to work with. From the receptionist, Hygienist,and the other Assistants I was always treated well, and was welcomed in with open arms. I started my experience at the PHA office as an Dental Assistant, and my experience there was very well. From the jump I was always treated very kindly, and always had good communication around the office with other employees. Everyone is willing to help you if needed, and cares about how your day is going. Which is also what I experienced at the second office I went to on Rice street, so I would say the company as a whole cares, which is good because with being with a company for a while is something you could be looking for. I enjoyed all the time spent at both offices with the company, and I feel anyone would love to work for the Clear Lakes Dental company. The Doctors are willing to help instruct very well through the procedures. I enjoyed assisting both Doctors at both offices, and feel that anyone would feel the same as well as learn a lot from those Doctors.

I completed a six-month internship at Clear Lakes Dental (July–December 2025) while pursuing my master’s in Information Systems at Northeastern University.

From the very beginning, the interview and onboarding process was smooth and considerate. The team gave me ample time to relocate from Boston to Minneapolis, which made the transition much easier.

Once I joined, I was immediately impressed by how welcoming and supportive everyone was. The work environment was collaborative, and I got to contribute to the company’s main tech product. The projects I worked on were both challenging and rewarding, and I appreciated that the tech stack was modern and up-to-date with industry standards.

Beyond the work itself, the office culture was fantastic. Monthly activities and parties created a fun atmosphere and helped me feel connected even while living away from friends and family.

Overall, my internship at Clear Lakes Dental was incredibly positive. I learned a lot, enjoyed the work, and felt part of a great community

Working as an unlicensed dental assistant at Clear Lakes Dental has been a really positive experience for me. The team is very supportive and welcoming, which made it much easier to learn the job and feel comfortable even without prior licensing. Everyone is willing to answer questions, help when things get busy, and make sure new assistants understand the procedures and expectations. On busy days the staff works together well to keep things running smoothly and make sure patients feel comfortable. Even as an unlicensed assistant, I felt like my work was valued and that I was an important part of helping the office operate efficiently. The environment is professional but also friendly, which makes coming to work enjoyable. This position has also been a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the dental field. I’ve been able to learn about patient care, sterilization procedures, setting up rooms, assisting during treatments, and communicating with patients. Overall, Clear Lakes Dental is a great place to work if you’re interested in dentistry and want to learn in a supportive environment.

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