Phillip J Ernst DDS MS

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About Phillip J Ernst DDS MS

Our goal is to also work closely with your general dentist to help you maintain your natural teeth for a lifetime. Although most of our referrals do come from general dentists and other specialists, we also accept and appreciate those who have not been referred, but seek our office for further inquiry or examination.

Dr. Phillip Ernst was raised on a farm in rural Columbus, Nebraska. He graduated from Columbus High School. Following high school he attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, majoring in mathematics. He earned his Bachelor’s Science Degree with Cum Laude distinction. He also attended Creighton Dental School where he received his Doctorate Degree in Dentistry. After graduation he enrolled in the University of Minnesota’s Graduate Program in Periodontics, where he received his Master of Science Degree. After practicing as an associate in Minnesota for 3 years, Dr. Ernst later returned to Columbus and opened his business in Norfolk and Columbus, where he currently has practiced for fifteen years. Dr. Ernst maintains active memberships in the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, and Nebraska Dental Association and attends numerous continuing educational courses. He recently has become laser certified. He and his family reside in Columbus where they are very active in their church and their childrens’ school functions.