Dr. Grant Conrad Collins, D.D.S., M.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1811208424
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About This Provider
Dr. Grant Collins is an orthodontist in Rochester, Minnesota, with 16 years of experience helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. He's earned the title of Best Orthodontist in Rochester for 11 consecutive years and is a board-certified specialist who graduated at the top of his class from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Collins offers braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and clear braces, and he specializes in complex cases that may involve surgery. Beyond his practice, he's passionate about giving back—he founded the Adopt-A-Shark program, which provides free braces to children who are cancer survivors, and he owns The Donut bakery with all proceeds supporting this mission. Dr. Collins is accepting new patients and believes in making orthodontic care affordable, comfortable, and even enjoyable.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University of Minnesota School of Dentistry (Summa Cum Laude, top 3%)
- Saint Olaf College — Undergraduate School (2006)
- Century High School
- University Of Minnesota / School Of Dentistry — Medical School (2010)
- St. Olaf College (Summa Cum Laude, top 3%)
- Mayo Clinic Orthodontic Residency Program (2010)
- Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine — Residency Hospital (2013)
- Mayo Clinic — Residency Hospital (2013)
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists (ABO)
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 06/29/2010
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign clear aligners
- Radiance clear braces
- Latest imaging techniques
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Minnesota Dental Association
- Midwest Society of Orthodontists
- Zumbro Valley Dental Society
- Beta Beta Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, National Dental Honor Society
- Phi Kappa Phi
- Phi Beta Kappa
Awards & Recognition
- Voted Best Orthodontist in Rochester, Minnesota (11 consecutive years: 2015-2025)
- Betzner Scholarship for technical skill above and beyond peers
- First place award by the American Association of Orthodontists for cutting-edge research on safer imaging techniques for kids
Beyond the Office
Founded and operates Adopt-A-Shark program providing free braces to children cancer survivors
Owns The Donut gourmet bakery (100% proceeds to Adopt-A-Shark)
Hosts monthly family fun events with entertainment
Volunteers as coach for Mayo High School girls varsity soccer team
Attends community activities of patients including theater, dance, music, and sporting events
Known worldwide as The Braces Guy® with over 5 million subscribers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Spotify
Educational social media content has accumulated over 100 million likes, comments, and shares
Plays guitar
Enjoys soccer, traveling, and hiking
Has three children: Caden, Grayson, and Lennon
Proud Minnesotan, grew up in Rochester
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