Dr. Henrichsen is originally from Winterset, Iowa and completed his undergraduate degree at Iowa State University. He then chose to pursue his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Dr Henrichsen is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), and an alumnus of the Dawson Academy and the Pankey Institute. He is also a Visiting Faculty member at Spear Education and holds a Qualified Dentist designation with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM)-- the leading national organization for dentists who treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy. Most recently, Dr. Henrichsen has become a diplomat in the American Sleep & Breathing Academy (ASBA).

He became interested in treating sleep apnea and TMD through his everyday interactions with dental patients. Dr. Henrichsen realized that many of the issues his patients faced were a result of the structure of their mouth and throat. 

Dr. Henrichsen is a VIP with the Institute for Craniofacial Sleep Medicine, where he trained to be able to treat the source of sleep apnea and TMJ issues. He also completed training for the Solea Sleep laser, a revolutionary new treatment in the field of sleep dentistry that can relieve snoring in just one 5-minute session. 

"My interest on airway health and its effects on the entire body has really brought all of my learning so far into focus. Being a dentist, I have extensive knowledge of the airway, and its intimate connection with the development of the orofacial structure, including the upper dental arch, jaw, and jaw alignment." - Dr. Henrichsen

Dr. Merfeld is originally from Onalaska, WI. After graduating with an undergraduate degree from the University of La Crosse he worked as a clinical laboratory technologist at Mayo Clinic before pursuing his dental degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. After completing his DDS he returned to Rochester where he works full time as a general dentist. Dr. Merfeld specializes in frenum and tongue tie surgeries with the Solea laser and traditional surgical intervention when needed. 

Dr. Merfeld is active in a number of dental groups including Spear Study Club, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Breathe Institute, Progressive Orthodontics, American Academy of Clear Aligners, and the Dawson Academy.

When not treating his patients or traveling for continuing education he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. During the cold winter months, you can typically find him in his workshop restoring vintage pinball and arcade machines.

Dr. Alyssa Daley, DDS is originally from Byron, MN. She attended the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Biology in 2015. She then went on to complete her dental school education, graduating in 2019 from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Alyssa's passion for dentistry is driven by her patients. She is very invested in educating her patients about their oral health and working with them to reach their dental goals.

Dr. Alyssa is a member of the American Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Association. Outside of the office, Dr. Alyssa enjoys baking, reading, participating in many outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends. One of her goals over the next few years is to visit every state park with her boyfriend! Dr. Alyssa is very excited to be back in the Rochester community. Having grown up here, she has strong ties the area and is looking forward to meeting you at your next visit!

Dr. Pattee is originally from Perry, Iowa. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at St. John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota. He majored in biology with a minor in Spanish. Surprisingly, it was his Spanish minor and not the biology major that led him to dentistry. In 2009, Dr. Pattee spent a semester abroad in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala living with a local host family. Here, he volunteered with an organization called Salud y Paz (Health and Peace). This opportunity gave him his first real exposure to dentistry. By the end of the trip, he was actively working alongside a Guatemalan dentist, helping alleviate pain and educate the local Mayan population about oral hygiene. This experience spring boarded his passion for international travel, helping the less fortunate, learning other languages, and dentistry. He has since provided volunteer dental work in the Unites States, Cambodia, Jamaica, Guatemala (again) and hopes to be able to continue to use his skills to travel and help those in need throughout his career in dentistry.

Dr. Pattee is active in several dental groups including Spear Study Club, Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Never Stop Learning Study Club, Breathe Institute, and the Dawson Academy. He received the Concept of Complete Dentistry Award from the Dawson Academy in 2016.

Dr. Pattee's passion for the connections between optimal orofacial development, breathing, tongue posture, tethered oral tissues, sleep, airway concerns, and dentistry started after his son, Leo, had his lip and tongue tie diagnosed and treated. After the immediate and significant improvement in Leo's sleep post-frenectomy, Dr. Pattee wanted to learn more about how all these things can be tied (pun-intended) together. Since then, he has completed additional continued education courses and achieved a certification through the American Laser Study Club. Dr. Pattee is also currently in the process of becoming certified in Vivos® treatment and appliances.