Meet Dr. Tripp -
Dr. Nicole Tripp is passionate about her patients and assisting them in meeting their dental health goals. Her laid back and caring demeanor promotes a relaxing experience while in the dental chair. She loves getting to know her patients and helping them create a healthy smile they are confident showing off.
Dr. Tripp grew up in New Brighton, Minnesota. She graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with a degree in Biology, before receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Tripp loves to advance her dental knowledge through continuing education courses with Spear, Invisalign and the University of Minnesota. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Minnesota Dental Association, Spear Study Club, St. Cloud Dental Society and the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Tripp lives in Greenfield with her husband, Brian, daughter, Rylie and son, Logan. When they aren’t busy chasing the kids around the house, they enjoy the outdoors, DIY home projects, and spending time with their dog, Ellie.
Dr. Tripp grew up in New Brighton, Minnesota. She graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with a degree in Biology, before receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Tripp loves to advance her dental knowledge through continuing education courses with Spear, Invisalign and the University of Minnesota. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Minnesota Dental Association, Spear Study Club, St. Cloud Dental Society and the Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Tripp lives in Greenfield with her husband, Brian, daughter, Rylie and son, Logan. When they aren’t busy chasing the kids around the house, they enjoy the outdoors, DIY home projects, and spending time with their dog, Ellie.
Our Team
The Sunfish Dental team is looking forward to being a part of the community and cannot wait to meet you!
Jackie
Dental Hygienist
I have been a dental hygienist since graduating from the University of MN in 2003. I love getting to know patients and being able to provide the best care I can for them. I want to do everything I can to make them feel comfortable in the dental setting. I live with my husband and our 2 boys in Annandale. We enjoy living on the lake every season of the year. I especially love summers, hiking, kayaking, agate hunting and going for bike rides. Winters are great when we get to snowmobile or downhill ski.
Shannon
Dental Assistant
I have been an LDA since 2013. I enjoy interacting with patients and helping to make them feel as comfortable as possible when they visit our office. I have been a lifelong resident of Buffalo and enjoy working so close to home! My husband and I have 2 adult children. In my free time I enjoy cooking, crafting, and spending time with my family.
Nicole
Office Manager
I have been in the Office Administration field since 2014. I enjoy interacting with patients and assuring they feel welcome, comfortable, and taken care of. I live in Monticello and enjoy working close to home. In my free time I enjoy traveling the country and hope to travel to other countries. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking, ice fishing, football season, and being outdoors in the summer.
Karen
Dental Hygienist
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Community Health from MSU-Mankato in 2008. I subsequently attended St. Cloud Technical and Community College to obtain my Dental Hygiene degree. I love to share my passion for oral health with my patients and help them achieve their best smile. I live in Becker with my husband, our two daughters, and our lab. We love being outdoors and watching sports. I enjoy spending time with my family, golfing, and volleyball.
Paige
Dental Assistant
I have been a LDA since 2018 and have been loving my career choice ever since. I have learned over the years that most people don't enjoy coming in to see the dentist, so I enjoy being the familiar face and comfort for my patients. Getting to know you, your family, and your dental needs is my passion. I have been living in Buffalo forever raising my 3 crazy boys along side my husband. We enjoy playing games of any kind, creating art, trying new fun recipes in the kitchen, gardening, and getting out in nature when the Minnesota weather permits.
Kay
Patient Coordinator
After starting my career as a licensed dental assistant in 1984, dentistry has truly become my lifelong home. Over the years, I have enjoyed roles in clinical care, teaching dental assisting, and clinical efficiency consulting. I am grateful to have joined Sunfish Dental in February of 2025. We have the best team and patients! Outside the office, you'll find me in the garden, on the lake with friends, enjoying a good book or movie, cooking, or chasing after my Black Lab, Kelly. My husband and I reside in Maple lake and our married son lives in the Chicago area.
Delaney
Dental Assistant
I graduated as a Licensed Dental Assistant in 2024 from Central Lakes College in Brainerd, Mn. My favorite aspect of dental care is getting to know each of my patients and being able make them feel as comfortable as possible in the dental chair. My boyfriend, Jared, and I live in Avon with our dog Jett, and our cat Nelly. In the summer, we spend all of our free time on our boat wake surfing and in the winter we love to snowmobile.
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