Dr. Edward Kusek
Dr. Edward Kusek has been voted “America’s Best Dentist” from 2016-2024! He is committed to providing the highest possible quality of care and regularly completes continuing education courses to stay at the forefront of the dental field. In addition to his advanced training, Dr. Kusek is a top lecturer nationally and internationally and serves as a clinical instructor for other dentists. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Kusek!
Hometown and Education
- Born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Kusek is a graduate of Creighton University and received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry in 1984.
- Upon graduation, Dr. Kusek established his practice in Sioux Falls and has been serving the Sioux Falls area for nearly 40 years.
- Dr. Kusek enjoys being very knowledgeable in the field of restorative and implant dentistry. He began placing and restoring dental implants in 1987 and is continually advancing in techniques to restore healthy, natural smiles.
Dr. Kusek holds several high-level awards and distinctions, including:
- Honored Fellow and president of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry
- Mastership in the Academy of Laser Dentistry
- Longest practicing Board Certified Implantologist in eastern South Dakota.
- Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology
- Named Dentistry Today’s Leaders in Continuing Education for the eighth year in a row.
- Honored for the eighth year in a row as “America’s Best Dentist.”
- He is one of 23 professionals worldwide who are recognized course providers for laser dentistry.
- Lifelong Learning and Service to Dentistry Award from AGD in 2012, 2017, 2022, and 2024.
- Along with these titles, Dr. Kusek is also Adjunct Professor at the University of Nebraska’s dental school.
- He is also a long time member of the American Dental Association®, the South Dakota Dental Association and the Southeastern Dental Society.
- In 1995, Dr. Kusek completed training for conscious sedation at Miami Valley Hospital from Dr. Daniel Becker of Dayton, Ohio, one of the more rigorous trainings in the country.
- Dr. Kusek began using laser dentistry in 2004 and has lectured on it nationally and internationally for various organizations, such as:
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
- Academy of Implant Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Tufts University
- Star of the North
- Star of the South
- University of Nebraska
- The Greater New York Meeting
- Dr. Kusek is a clinical instructor for Deka and Ultradent Lasers
- He has published sixteen articles including:
- Use of the YSGG Laser in Dental Implant Surgery
- High Technology in Implant Dentistry, Part I
- High Technology in Implant Dentistry, Part II
- Implant Placement in Infected Sites
- The Use of Laser Technology and Stereolithography to Aid in the Placement of a Subperiosteal Implant
- Tissue-punch Technique in Non-attached Tissue using the YSGG Laser
- Soft Tissue Management After Implant Placement
- Flapless Implant Surgery with Aesthetic Temporaries
- Aesthetic Crown Lengthening with Reverse Vestibuloplasty
- Immediate Implant Placement into Infected Sites: Bacterial Studies of Photoacoustic Effects of the YSGG Laser
- The Er;Cr:YSGG Laser: A Perfect Fit with Implant Dentistry
- Five Year Retrospective Study of Laser-Assisted Periodontal Therapy
- Removable Prosthetics: Bad Attachments or Bad Design?
- Lasers Expand the Procedural Scope for General Dentists
- Failure Followed by a Successful Outcome
How Did You Get Into Dentistry?
- Dr. Kusek’s childhood had a large role in him becoming a dentist. His father was an extremely skilled machinist and artist. He was able to visualize the correct tool needed for each situation and create exactly what was needed.
- With an interest in biology, Dr. Kusek took his admiration of his father’s work and found the perfect field that blends science, engineering and artistry.
Tell Us About Your Family:
- Dr. Kusek has been married to his wife, Jody, for over 40 years.
- They met while Dr. Kusek was in dental school and had their first son, Adam, shortly after graduating.
- Dr. Kusek also has a daughter, Amanda, who has been a dental hygienist with our practice for nearly 17 years and another son, Alex, who is also a dentist.
What Do You Do In Your Free Time?
- Those who know him know that Dr. Kusek’s favorite hobby is learning more and expanding his scope of dentistry by attending many continuing education courses both nationally and internationally, as well as serving as an executive member on various dental associations.
- Beyond dentistry, Dr. Kusek enjoys spending time with his family, especially his seven (7) grandchildren, two of whom are identical twin girls who keep grandpa on his toes when he babysits!
- He also enjoys distance running, golfing and traveling. Some of his favorite vacations are visiting the national and state parks in Utah and Colorado, as well as accommodating his grandchildren when they visit Disney World for their first times!
- Being raised in the state and having lived through the dynasty years of the 70s and 90s, Dr. Kusek is a diehard fan of the Nebraska Cornhusker football team.
Dr. Andy Schuiteman
Dr. Andy Schuiteman graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2021, where he engaged in treating patients across all dental specialties. In just two years, Dr. Andy has earned over 600 hours of continuing education, showing that he is passionate about continuing education and endeavors to take every opportunity to learn new ways of bringing quality care to his patients. Dr. Andy is excited to put his skills and knowledge at the disposal of the Sioux Falls area and is ready to show his devotion to patient care as he journeys with his patients towards healthy, functional, and confident smiles.
Hometown and Education
- Dr. Andy is originally from Orange City, Iowa, and many of his family members still live in the NW Iowa region.
- Dr. Andy is a graduate of the University of South Dakota and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where he also received the collegiate merit award from the Academy of Oral Medicine.
- While attending the university, he earned his certification in IV conscious sedation at the Miami Valley Hospital from Dr. Daniel Becker and Dr. Steve Shufflebarger of Dayton, Ohio, one of the more rigorous and highly regarded training courses in the country.
- Dr. Andy recently graduated from the Boston MaxiCourse led by Dr. Brian Jackson, a past president of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). Through this 300-hour program, he was able to gain academic and hands on experience in planning, placing, and restoring dental implants. He is currently in the process of attaining his Associate Fellow designation with the AAID this following year and has already passed the first written examination!
- Andy is recognized as a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine.
- He is also one of the few Qualified Providers from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) in the area, Dr. Andy has completed over 125 hours of continuing education on the treatment and management of obstructive sleep apnea with the use of mandibular advancement appliances. These appliances are an alternative to CPAP and have proven to be effective in reducing snoring and sleep apnea symptoms.
- He is currently a member of:
- The American Dental Association®
- The South Dakota Dental Association
- The Academy of General Dentistry
- American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine
- The American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- The American Academy of Laser Dentistry
- The American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- The American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorder Disciplines
How Did You Get Into Dentistry?
From a young age, Dr. Andy knew he wanted to be involved in health care. He was drawn towards dentistry because it was a demanding technical field that also requires creativity and artistry. He shadowed many dental offices around his hometown and was struck by the impact dental health had on patients’ lives. Having family members of his own who struggled with tooth related issues, Dr. Andy became committed to learning how to provide high-quality dental services to create positive experiences for his patients and be there for them like his dentist was for his family.
Tell Us About Your Family:
- Dr. Schuiteman met his wife, Kaela, while they were both attending the University of South Dakota. They were both involved in music ensembles, science classes, and the honors program together. They got married in Sioux Falls in 2019.
- They currently have 2 children: a daughter, Vivian, and a son, Dean. Vivian loves the zoo and the butterfly house and enjoys telling daddy which slides he can go down at the local parks. Disney princesses are constantly on our screen, and she has just about every princess costume to match the occasion. Dean is a cheerful spirit who smiles and giggles at pretty much everything. He has figured out how to roll and crawl, so the house is getting a thorough inspection every time he is set down. Mommy is his favorite, but daddy enjoys singing him to sleep every night.
- They are excited to be able to raise their family here in Sioux Falls, near many of their immediate and extended family members.
What Do You Do In Your Free Time?
- When Dr. Andy is not learning about new ways to best serve his patients, he primarily spends time with his wife and children. They love to play outside, go to the zoo, and just spend quality time together.
- He and his wife are Chiefs fans, so you know where you can find them during game days. They were fortunate enough to attend the AFC Championship in 2020 to watch the Superbowl winning team in Kansas City.
- Dr. Andy has always loved playing board games as a child and now as an adult. Game nights are a frequent event in the Schuiteman household.
- Dr. Andy played the saxophone for the University of South Dakota and still enjoys playing from time to time. He also sings with a local professional choir ensemble, Transept.
Dr. Haley Rozeboom
Dr. Haley Rozeboom is a 2023 graduate from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and a 2019 graduate from Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa where she majored in Biology Health Professions. Dr. Haley is originally from Sioux Center, Iowa but is excited for this next adventure in Sioux Falls, South Dakota!
While in dental school, Dr. Haley enjoyed learning about all aspects of dentistry. Her favorite rotations were restorative and pediatrics. She is looking forward to using her skills and knowledge to serve the Sioux Falls community.
Dr. Haley is married to Ross, who is a project estimator for Interstates. They just got a new puppy, Willow, whom they adore. In her free time, Dr. Haley enjoys playing card games and board games, reading, and cooking.