Dr. Dustin Ditch, a northern Minnesota native, attended the University of Minnesota where he received his Bachelors degree in psychology with a minor in biology. He continued his studies at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree and graduated at the top of his class. Following dental school, Dr. Ditch completed an additional two years of specialty training in the field of orthodontics at the University of Minnesota and earned his Masters and Orthodontic Certificate.

Dr. Ditch is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO),Minnesota Association of Orthodontists (MAO), and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society. Dr. Ditch has also been named as a “Best Dentist in Minnesota” By Minnesota Monthly Magazine for 2020, 2021, 2022.

Dr. Ditch received the Top 5 under 40 award in 2021. Each year, the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce and the Echo Press partner to honor young professionals in the community through the Top 5 Under 40 awards program. These individuals are recognized for their professional achievements, community involvement and overall depth of qualities.

He grew up in Pelican Rapids, and still frequently returns to spend time with his family at the lake. Dr. Ditch, his wife Lauren, their daughter Quinn, son Daxton and their dog Shadow live in the Alexandria area. Lauren is a Kindergarten teacher at St. Mary’s in Alexandria . He also enjoys being outdoors, water skiing, snowmobiling, hunting and restoring classic cars with his father.