Charlene Black Business Coordinator & Receptionist Charlene has been married to Dr. Black for over 30 years. She has been helping in the office for over 25 years. You can expect a warm welcome and a helpful and caring experience when you come to our office. She is very proud of her 2 sons, daughter-in-laws and relishes spending time with her granddaughter. She also enjoys playing golf.

Sue Lorentz Certified, Registered Dental Assistant Sue worked in the orthodontic field for 2 years before joining our team in 1978. She has worked side by side with Dr. Black for over 30 years. Her cheerful attitude and winning smile puts our patients at ease in our office.  She loves music, movies, and dining out.

Carrie Colling Dental Hygienist Carrie has worked with Dr. Black for over 28 years. Her patients appreciate her thorough approach and attention to detail while making their time in her chair as comfortable as possible. She lives in the Como area of St. Paul with her husband Bill and Sheba her cat.

Sue Kemp Hygienist Sue joined our team 11 year ago as an experienced registered dental hygienist who now has more than 21 years experience. Our patients appreciate Sue’s warm, friendly, hard working personality along with her technical expertise. She enjoys spending her time away from work with her husband and 2 children.

Lori Jacobson Receptionist The newest member of our team since November 2007. Her big smile and cheerful attitude is a great asset to our family practice. She has been in the dental field since 1985. She is married and has two children. Their family hobby is racing at Elko Speedway.