​Originally from the small town of Nevis, Minnesota, Dr. Riley Scott brings a strong foundation in general dentistry and a deep passion for whole-body wellness. She graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 2021, where she was recognized for her excellence in esthetic dentistry and leadership.

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Before becoming a dentist, Dr. Scott was a standout student-athlete at Concordia University, St. Paul, where she helped lead her volleyball team to two NCAA National Championships and was honored in 2018 with the prestigious NCAA Today’s Top Ten Award. Read more here.. Her background in athletics continues to inspire her commitment to wellness, discipline, and teamwork—values she brings into the office and patient relationships daily.

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Dr. Scott is expanding her clinical focus to airway dentistry, offering nonsurgical treatments for sleep-disordered breathing and optimization of proper airway growth and development in both children and adults. She has completed the Pediatric Mini-Residency through Airway Health Solutions (AHS), gaining specialized training in early intervention, jaw and facial growth guidance, and airway development in children. She is also an active participant in the Guided Airway-Supported Protocols (GASP) program, studying alongside many of the nation's top airway dentists to deepen her understanding of the root causes of airway dysfunction. Through these nationally recognized programs-taught by leaders who have forged a clear path forward in this emerging field-Dr. Scott brings a comprehensive, wellness-driven approach that reaches far beyond the scope of conventional dental training.

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When it comes to patient care, Dr. Scott is known for her calm and reassuring demeanor, making even the most nervous patients feel comfortable in the dental chair.

 

“I see my patients as a whole—treating them from the inside out and always striving to get to the root of any issue. With a holistic mindset in both my personal life and professional practice, I emphasize how oral health is deeply connected to overall wellness.”

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Determined to offer her patients the very best in comprehensive care, Dr. Scott trained in Boston and completed the Boston MaxiCourse for training in implant placement. She enjoys how life-changing implants can be for patients, restoring not just their smiles but their confidence, comfort, and ability to thrive.

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Outside the office, Dr. Scott enjoys hiking, fishing, hunting, and exploring the natural beauty of Montana with her husband, Jake. Recently married, she's excited to be building a life rooted in community, adventure, and purpose in her new home state.