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Dr. Sarah Mertz earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Jamestown with aspirations of becoming a medical doctor. However, her career trajectory changed after a transformative dental mission trip to Kenya, where she witnessed the profound impact of dentistry. Inspired by this experience, she pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine.

A lifelong learner, Dr. Sarah received numerous accolades during dental school, including awards in Implant Dentistry, Operative Dentistry and Periodontics, as well as the prestigious Dr. Solomon Averbach Humanitarian Award, which recognizes one student for outstanding patient care. With over seven years of experience in public health dentistry, she has encountered a wide variety of cases, yet her commitment to treating patients like family remains central to her practice motto: “Walk in as a stranger, be treated like family, walk out as a friend.”

Outside of her practice, Dr. Sarah enjoys quality time with her husband, daughter, parents, siblings, and in-laws. She has a passion for cooking and exploring food, gardening, mushroom hunting in the spring, foraging for asparagus, running, and working out on her Peloton bike. She also loves traveling and embracing the beauty of the great outdoors.

Bismarck Dentistry is a family-owned dental practice located in north Bismarck. We take pride in getting to know each patient personally and helping them achieve their dental goals with a fun and positive approach.

With 25 years of experience as a dentist, including 15 years in North Dakota, Dr. Daniel Van Buskirk has advanced training in full mouth dentistry and strives for perfection in his work.

Dr. Van Buskirk has been happily married for over 30 years and has three sons. His oldest son serves as an EMT for the city of Bismarck, while his younger twin sons began dental school in 2022 and plan to join the family practice after graduation.

In his free time, Dr. Van Buskirk enjoys flying as a pilot, particularly with warbirds, and loves cross-country flying.

Dr. Brock Oukrop has been a practicing dentist in Bismarck, North Dakota, since 2007. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Mary in 2003 and went on to graduate from Creighton University in Nebraska in 2007.

Committed to staying current with the latest advancements in dentistry, Dr. Oukrop regularly reads dental literature and participates in continuing education courses. He practices all aspects of dentistry and embraces the daily challenges that come with the profession.

Outside of work, Dr. Oukrop is an enthusiastic fisherman and enjoys camping, hunting, and supporting his children in their various activities. He and his wife, Dana, are proud parents to three daughters.

Education and Experience
 • Undergraduate: University of Mary — Bismarck, North Dakota, 2003
 • Dental School: Creighton University — Omaha, Nebraska, 2007

Memberships
 • American Dental Association®
 • North Dakota Dental Association
 • American Academy of Sleep Medicine
 • International Association for Orthodontics