What could possibly be more fun than helping to create an amazing smile? It doesn’t get any better than that in our book! It is a privilege to be a part of transforming each patient’s smile, whether they go through this process at an early age, in middle school, high school, or later on in life. Orthodontics is the only area of dentistry where the goal is to enhance, rather than simply repair what is broken – that’s why we love what we do. We create smiles.
At Falls Orthodontics, we understand that your smile is not just a set of teeth – it’s a part of who you are. We will guide you through the whole process, working to ensure you are happy with the results of our work. We want you to love your smile.
We seek to create a calm, comforting, and peaceful process for the whole family by treating each of our patients as if they were our own child. Our goal is to bring compassion and hope to your orthodontic journey.
Dr. Cermin has been in dentistry for more than 40 years, beginning as a dental hygienist, then working as a general practice dentist before specializing in orthodontics. She holds licenses in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Texas, and has been the recipient of several awards over the years. Here is a glimpse of her history, as well as the beginnings of Falls Orthodontics.
1977 Associate of Arts Degree, Dental Hygiene Certificate, Normandale Community College
1985 Bachelor of Science Degree University of Minnesota
1986 Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry
1991-1996 Assistant Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School
1991-1996. Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School
1992-2002 Director, Surgical Research Fellowship, Section of Orthodontics, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1996-2003 Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
1996-2003 Assistant Clinical Professor Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
1996-2006 President, Orthodontics for Infants and Children, PC
1998-2003 Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Orthodontics, Baylor College of Dentistry, A&M University
2000-2001 Associate in. the private practice of Donna Stenberg, DDS
2001-Present Owner, Falls Orthodontics, St.Croix Falls, WI
2002-Present Director of Orthodontics, Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare
1988-1993 Massachusetts License Registration
1991-Present Texas License Registration
2000-Present Wisconsin License Registration
2002-Present Minnesota License Registration
2004- American Board of Orthodontics Certification
2008, 2011, 2017, 2019 Paul Harris Fellowship Award, Rotary International
2017 Health Care Advocate of the Year, St.Croix Health Foundation
2018 Distinguished Alumni of the Year, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Falls Orthodontics continues to bring bright smiles to St. Croix Falls and the surrounding area. As a dedicated University of Minnesota Gopher, Dr. Cermin is also excited to share her experiences in the School of Dentistry, Orthodontic Residency Program in the near future.
On a personal note, travel is always high on Dr. Cermin’s bucket list. After growing up in the river valley, convincing her Texas husband to become a Wisconsite, and raising two children here, Dr. Cermin is certainly committed to this wonderful community and all it has to offer. She and her family are so grateful to be a part of the St. Croix Falls community! But wanderlust is in her and her husband’s hearts – they would love to spend more time in India and Zimbabwe working with those in need. Learn more about their work with LEAP Global Missions here!
Both of their children are completing their college studies this fall, and Dr. Cermin and her husband are excited for their future. Their daughter Hayley will enter the field of nursing after graduating from Northwestern University in St. Paul in September. Their son Jeremy will graduate from Iowa State in November with a degree in mechanical engineering.