Dr. Nicolette (Nikki) Porttiin earned her dental degree from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and completed a General Practice Residency at Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis. During this residency, she worked alongside general dentists and specialists to gain advanced training in Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, TMD, and Periodontics, as well as the management of medically complex patients. This invaluable experience allows Dr. Porttiin to provide high-quality comprehensive care to the patients at Avon Dental. Dr. Porttiin enjoys all aspects of dentistry, but especially loves to help patients find improved comfort and confidence in their smiles.
Having received her undergraduate degree from the College of Saint Benedict, Dr. Porttiin was excited to return to the area when she joined Avon Dental in 2021. She lives in St. Augusta with her husband, Nathan. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Porttiin enjoys running, cooking, reading, gardening, sailing, and fishing with her husband.
Dr. Porttiin is a member of the American Dental Association, Minnesota Dental Association, Great River Dental Study Club, and Spear Study Club.