Meet Our Dentists

Dr. Julie Hendricks

Dr. Julie Hendricks has been proudly practicing dentistry in Grinnell since 2012. Raised on a farm in Oakland, Iowa, Dr. Julie grew up with a strong connection to family, community, and hard work. Her journey toward dentistry began at a young age, when she knew she wanted to become a dentist. During her summer breaks growing up, she enjoyed helping out at her childhood pediatric dental office in Council Bluffs—a place that helped inspire her love for dentistry and caring for patients.

Dr. Julie earned her dental degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and has built her career around providing patients with a positive, comfortable, and personalized dental experience. She believes in being proactive about oral health and helping each patient feel informed and confident in their care and their smile. For Dr. Julie, one of the most rewarding parts of dentistry is building relationships with her patients and helping them feel comfortable and cared for every step of the way.

Outside of the office, Dr. Julie is passionate about giving back to the community. She is involved with the Grinnell Optimist Club and Big Hearts 4 Tiny Hands, supporting children and families throughout the area. She has a particular passion for caring for NICU families and supporting the tiniest members of the community, while also helping kids of all ages thrive.

Dr. Julie is married to her husband, Trevor, and together they have three boys. When she isn’t at the office, she enjoys camping with family and friends during the summer and discovering new vacation destinations with the people she loves.

Whether she’s helping a patient overcome dental anxiety, taking a proactive approach to their oral health, or helping someone feel confident in their smile, Dr. Julie considers it a privilege to care for the families in her community.

Dr. Julie Hendricks

Dr. Andrew Christiansen’s passion for dentistry began at an early age. Growing up with a mother who worked as a dental hygienist gave him an early appreciation for the dental profession and the impact it can have on people’s health and confidence. His interest grew during high school when he had the opportunity to work as a dental assistant at a general dentistry practice in his hometown of Mitchell, South Dakota.

Dr. Andrew earned his bachelor’s degree from South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota before earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in Lincoln, Nebraska. During dental school, he became a member of The Academy of General Dentistry and developed a strong appreciation for the importance of lifelong learning and continuing education. He enjoys staying current with advances in dentistry and continually developing his clinical skills so he can provide high-quality, comprehensive care to his patients.

Giving back to the community has been an important part of Dr. Andrew’s dental education and professional development. In Lincoln he spent countless hours volunteering at Clinic with a Heart, People’s City Mission, and the Nebraska Veteran’s Mission of Mercy, providing dental care to patients who may otherwise have limited access to treatment. These experiences strengthened his commitment to serving others and reinforced his belief that dentistry is about more than treating teeth—it is about helping people improve their health, confidence, and quality of life.

Dr. Andrew strives to create a comfortable, welcoming environment where patients feel heard and involved in their care. He believes that building trust, communicating clearly, and treating every patient with kindness and respect are essential to providing excellent dentistry.

Outside of the office, Dr. Andrew enjoys spending time with family and friends, two dogs, staying active, and being involved in his community. He is excited to build lasting relationships with his patients and looks forward to helping them achieve healthy, confident smiles for years to come.