Carlson Orthodontics

Duluth Orthodontist Dr. Chris Carlson is one of those people who goes out of his way to make people happy. He says that making others happy is the key to a fulfilled life. That’s why he ultimately chose to be an orthodontist. Every day is about making people smile - and also allows him to combine what he loves: problem-solving, engineering, technology and working with people.

Dr. Carlson earned a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, working as an environmental engineer in Chicago for four years before committing to an additional six years of advanced education to become an orthodontist. He says working as an engineer was not as satisfying as he’d hoped it would be because he was working with numbers more than people. Orthodontics allows him to combine the principles of engineering with dentistry and now, just like the smiles he creates, it’s a perfect fit. He began his orthodontic practice in 2003. Dr. Carlson is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. This board certification is awarded after a rigorous process including examination of both knowledge and completed orthodontic cases. It's just another way that Dr. Carlson has put extra effort into providing you the highest level of care.

Dr. Christine Hammer always knew that she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare because it would give her the opportunity to help others every day. Orthodontics is a perfect fit for Dr. Hammer because she is able to integrate her interest in science and healthcare with the joy that comes from helping others by creating beautiful smiles.

Dr. Hammer grew up in Duluth, attending both Holy Rosary School and Marshall. She went on to earn a B.S. in Biochemistry summa cum laude from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. She then completed her D.D.S. degree at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, and ultimately earned a Master’s degree upon graduation from orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota. She joined the Carlson Orthodontics team in June 2015, and is proud to be providing world-class orthodontic care in her hometown communities.