Making Smiles wider and brighter since 1992
Welcome to Fairbanks Dental Center. We were founded in 1992 and moved to our current location on Airport Way in 1999. Over the years, we have expanded into a multi-doctor office to better serve our patients as well as provide each other continued professional support. With several practitioners it allows our patients to receive the most modern and quality care possible.
Our mission is to create a comforting and caring dental environment. Your dental concerns are our first priority. By combining the latest technology with traditional techniques, we give our patients the best care in Fairbanks. Advances in technology such as 3-D imagery, dental implants and CEREC restorations allow us to serve our patients better.
Regardless if you are a routine patient or haven't visited a dentist in years, we are here to serve you. Come see us today.
Dr. Michael Stoltz and Dr. Kristen Whetsell proudly represent as the owners of Fairbanks Dental Center.
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Our Dynamic Team of Providers
Dr. Kristen Whetsell, DMD
Dr. Whetsell grew up in Southern California and went to college at University of California, San Diego with a degree in human biology. She graduated from University of Maryland Dental School in 2012, completed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Hospital of San Diego and practiced in Southern California after that. She and her husband Ian and their black labrador retriever Zulu love exploring Alaska and getting outside anytime they can.
Dr. Adam Weis, DMD
Dr. Weis was born and raised here in Fairbanks and graduated from Monroe Highschool. Following that he attended college locally at UAF and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry in 2016. Dr. Weis went on to earn his DDS degree from the University of Washington in 2020. Outside of dentistry Dr. Weis likes to ski, play guitar, and spend time with his family and friends.
Patient Testimonials
“Dr. Whetsell is so thorough and empathetic. She tells you exactly what needs to be done and does not add other charges or recommend extra fillings or unneeded procedures as other local dentists do. She is always pleasant, always thorough, always professional, and always empathetic. She is by far the best dentist I have ever been to.”
“Dr. Weis Is the most thorough dentist I have had, his evaluations all have several evidence based options. He is able to articulate options and provide informed choices. He is calm and reassuring during procedures.
Lacey Is a talented hygienist who is able to clean your teeth without causing pain ( gentle and skilled). She focuses on non judgmental education and truly exudes professionalism.
Fairbanks has better dental care because these two are practicing in their hometowns.”
“Fairbanks Center has been where my Dentist(s) work for a long, long time, now. I get great dentistry, cleanings, minor repairs & fine-tunings. But when I had a bicycle accident & lost a bunch of front teeth (4), Dr. Stoltz was great at overseeing my restoration. I honestly felt like he & his team, was all the kings men,, & I was Humpty Dumpty. Now when I smile, no one is aware I have a bridge with all my most visible teeth, as replacements. I have great confidence in the team of Dentists he has there, & have no hesitation in trying out, who ever is their new team member.”
“Thank You Dr. Stoltz and Team!
We are so very grateful for 25 years of caring for our family. Professional, friendly and very competent staff.
Continued success!”