Minneapolis Dentist
Get to Know Holger P Meiser, DDS, MAGD
Every day, Dr. Holger helps patients with a wide variety of dental concerns, from minimally invasive procedures to complex, in-depth rehabilitations. As a dentist dedicated to complete health, he also works hard to help his patients understand the oral-systemic link. Ultimately, his goal is that someone under his care for a few years should be very healthy overall with little to no surprises in their dental care future!
During every appointment, Dr. Holger’s genuine passion for contemporary dentistry and state-of-the-art technology shines through, to the point that he loves being able to teach other dentists and mentees too. When you’re looking for a true smile and body transformation, you can’t ask for a more dedicated dentist! Keep reading below to learn more about him, or contact us today to schedule a dental appointment in Minneapolis or Minnetonka.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Dr. Holger actually grew up in Germany in the 1980’s, where the average dentist’s office was much more advanced and modern than in the United States at the time. He always liked seeing all the “cool” tools and toys they had, and when he was six or seven years old, he wrote in a journal that he wanted to become a dentist when he grew up!
When he was a little older, he had his wisdom teeth removed and didn’t have the best experience, but that only emboldened him when it came to his future career path. As a dentist, he knew that he would always go the extra mile to make sure his patients felt comfortable and had their anxieties well-managed – and today, he continues to uphold that promise.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
After completing his initial dental education in Germany at Ruprecht-Karls University, Dr. Holger completed his AEGD Residency at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, as well as a Fellowship in their Aesthetic & Implant program, his sedation certification, and a certificate in contemporary restorative and aesthetic dentistry. From there, he pursued countless avenues to further expand his skillset, including completing the curriculums at world-renowned institutions like the Pankey Institute and Kois Center.
For more details about Dr. Holger’s educational journey, please continue reading below.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Holger and his wife Michelle (a pediatric dentist) first met when he came to the University of Minnesota as an exchange student, and today they have two sons (Jameson and Bennett) and two dogs (Daisy and Luna). They also regularly have an au pair living with them from different counties like Brazil, France, or Germany. Right now, Anton from Germany is spending a year with them!
Even when he isn’t busy at one of his two locations, Dr. Holger still enjoys doing a lot of things related to dentistry in his spare time, such as his mentor work and teaching. He also regularly partners with an Italian company named Zirkonzahn (they’re essentially the Apple brand of the dental world) to document cases and showcase new technologies, workflows, and materials.
Completely outside of oral healthcare, he makes time to lift weights each week and enjoys going for walks and reading. In the summer, his family loves going to their cabin and surfing on the water. Traveling is also important to him so he can maintain relationships and connections on both a national and a international level. Finally, he likes cooking and in particular, cooking up some BBQ on his smoker.
More details about Dr. Holger’s credentials, education, memberships, publications, and more can be found below.
Education
2016 – 2018 – Completion of the curriculum at the Kois Center in Seattle, Washington
Since 2011 – Mentor and Part-Time Faculty in the implant fellowship program at the University of Minnesota
2011 – 2014 – Completion of the Curriculum at the Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida
2009 – 2010 – AAID implant Maxi-course at the Medical College of Georgia
2004 – 2008 – Certificate in contemporary restorative and aesthetic dentistry from the University of Minnesota
2007 – Sedation certificate from the University of Minnesota
2004 – 2006 – Fellowship in the aesthetic and implant program at the University of Minnesota
2003 – 2004 – Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry
1997 – 2002 – Ruprecht-Karls-University Heidelberg/Germany, School of Dentistry
Work History
Since May 2013 – Private Practice Owner at Holger Dental Group, Minnetonka and Minneapolis, Minnesota
February 2008 – March 2013 – Private Practice associate and partnership in Plymouth, Minnesota
August 2006 – January 2008 – Private Practice associateship in Apple Valley and Fridley, Minnesota
July 2005 – July 2006 – Private Practice associateship in Hopkins, Minnesota
July 2001-August 2003 – University of Heidelberg, School of Dentistry, Conservative Department: research assistant
Credentials
2018 – Diplomate of the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry (ABAD)
2015 – Membership in the American Society for Dental Aesthetics (ASDA)
2013 – Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
2012 – Associate Fellowship in the Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
2011 – Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
Publications
Lichtmannegger A,Meiser, Holger P: Von der Vision zur Realität: Komplettrestauration mit Einzelkronen aus Zirkon Prettau® 3 Dispersive®. Quintessenz Zahntechnik (DE/German), January 2025
Meiser H, Heidel M. Digitally created, monolithic designed restorations. Clinical Dentistry June/July 2022
Meiser H Case Report: The Margin Perfect Matrix – a predictable technique for the application of composite resin during the fabrication of direct composite veneers. Accepted for Publication Oral Health April 2018
Meiser H Prep”Less” Veneers: Treating Tooth by Tooth Instead of Case by Case. Oral Health Labs November 2016
Meiser H Case Report: Smile Enhancement with Evidence-Based, Minimally-Invasive Restorative and Surgical Techniques. Oral Health April 2015
Meiser H, Lichy C, Grau AJ, Dörfer CE. A CD14 Polymorphism and Periodontitis in a South-German population. Presented at the meeting of the Pan European Federation of the IADR in Cardiff/Wales from September 25.-29. 09. 2002
Lichy C, Meiser H, Grong-Ginsbach C, Buggle F, Dörfer CE, Grau AJ. Ein Polymorphismus des Lipopolysaccharidrezeptors CD14 und das Schlaganfallrisiko in einer süddeutshen Population. Presented at the meeting of the Deutsche Neurologische Gesellschaft from Septmber 25.-29. 2002 in Mannheim/Germany
H Meiser, C Lichy, C Grond-Ginsbach, F Buggle, C Dörfer, A Grau. Lipopolysaccharide receptor CD14 polymorphism and risk of stroke in a South-German population. Presented at the 12th meeting of the European Neurological Society from June 22.-26. 2002 in Berlin/Germany
Lichy C, Meiser H, Grond-Ginsbach C, Buggle F, Dörfer CE, Grau AJ. Lipopolysaccharide receptor CD14 polymorphism and risk of stroke in a South-German population. J Neurol 2002; 249: 821-823
Grau AJ, Aulmann M, Lichy C,Meiser H, Buggle F, Brandt T and Grond –Ginsbach C. Increased cytokine release by leukocytes in survivors of stroke at young age. Eur J of Clin Invest 2001; 31: 999-1006
