Dr. Luke Foster has wanted to be a dentist since he was 9 years old. He broke his two front teeth while sledding down a hill and his dentist turned a potentially scary experience into a positive one. Ever since, he has wanted to help people in the same way.
A native of Traer, Iowa, Dr. Foster completed his undergraduate studies at Iowa State University, earning a B.S. in Biology and a B.A. in Music (Piano). He received his D.D.S. from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, graduated 3rd in his class, and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society. He also completed a clinical externship at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in London, England. He met his wife Sarah at the University of Iowa while she was finishing her violin performance degree.
Dr. Foster practiced in New Richmond, Wisconsin before moving to Minnesota in 2012. He has extensive experience working with patients who have anxiety associated with going to the dentist – Dr. Foster takes pride in treating patients in a comfortable, caring and gentle manner.
Dr. Foster and his team partner with local outreach organizations including Give Kids a Smile, Minnesota Mission of Mercy, and St. Louis Park Community Link. He regularly gives presentations at St. Louis Park ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education) groups and local elementary schools, and also participates in the Dental Lifeline Network which provides free dental care to disabled, elderly, and medically fragile individuals in need. Dr. Foster is a member of the House of Delegates of the Minnesota Dental Association. He enjoys classical music and accompanying his wife’s violin students, bicycling and cross country skiing with his wife and three children, Mary Rose, Clara and Theodore.
Dr. Chia-Yin Lo joined Dr. Foster at Brookside Dentistry in December of 2019, and became a full partner in the practice in 2022. Dr. Lo was introduced to dentistry while working at a dental materials research lab as an undergraduate student. She was fascinated by the art and science of dentistry. Dr. Lo completed her undergraduate degree in chemical engineering and a minor in chemistry from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Lo graduated with her dental degree in 2006 from
the University of Minnesota. She completed a residency at HCMC, and an oral surgery internship at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. She has been practicing at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis for the last 14 years, and has also served as the director of the residency program.
Becky, patient/financial coordinator
Becky is happy to be part of the Brookside Dentistry team and happy to welcome you when you arrive at the office. She and her husband are proud parents to three lovely grownups and one spoiled pup. Becky likes long walks in the woods, paddle boarding, coffee and books.
Gretchen, hygienist
Gretchen grew up in the Minnetonka area. She has an undergraduate degree from SCSU and a Dental Hygiene degree from Argosy University. She has been practicing in the Twin Cities since 2005 and her favorite part of her job is patient education and getting to know her patients. She currently resides in New Hope with her husband and 4 children. Her interests include spending time with family, going on cruises, and patient education.
Stacy, hygienist
Stacy is originally from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and graduated from the University of South Dakota in 2000 with a B.S. in Dental Hygiene. She has practiced in the Twin Cities for the past 22 years and currently resides in Mendota Heights with her two children. Her interests include traveling, reading, and enjoying the outdoors.
Katie, patient/financial coordinator
Katie lives in St. Louis Park with her wonderful husband Gary. She has been married 48 years and has 2 daughters and 6 terrific grandchildren. Her favorite pastime is playing with her grandchildren. She enjoys gardening, reading, spending time outdoors, and recreating memories with her family – like camping this past summer.
Zana, hygienist
Zana graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1975 and has been with this practice since then. She is grateful to have built up relationships with her patients, many of whom she considers friends. She lives in Minnetonka with her husband Jay. Her 2 sons, daughters-in-law and 6 grandchildren are the gifts in her life.
Brigita, hygienist
Brigita graduated from the University of Minnesota. She and her husband both grew up, and now live and work in the area. Her favorite part of her job is having seen many of the same patients for 34 years!
Kris, hygienist
Kris graduated from the University of Minnesota dental hygiene program in 1984. She has been practicing dental hygiene for over 35 years in the Twin Cities area. The last 25 years she has enjoyed the relaxed, caring, and comfortable setting Brookside Dentistry has offered her patients. She loves spending time with her family and pets. She is passionate about tennis, biking and snowboarding.