Education:

  • Doctor of Dental Surgery (1998), University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MN
  • Certificate of Endodontics (2002), University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MN

Special Professional Interests

I have enjoyed the profession of Endodontics for 20+ years. There are many challenges and problems to work through in helping people resolve dental pain and save teeth. Helping people through these moments has always been very gratifying. I also enjoy teaching residents on various endodontic concepts at Hennepin County Medical Center.

Professional Activities

  • Minnesota Dental Association
  • American Association of Endodontics

Verified Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars (106 Reviews) (47 Comments)

Overall patient ratings are based on the average score given by The Dental Specialists patients who voluntarily complete a satisfaction survey from Press Ganey, a nationally recognized firm dedicated to improving patient experience. Click to learn more about our patient ratings.

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5 out of 5 stars
August 5, 2026
I was very pleased with the consultation with Dr. Strait.
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5 out of 5 stars
August 2, 2026
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Straight and his team at TDS. I highly recommend TDS.
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5 out of 5 stars
August 2, 2026
Dr. Straight is a fantastic dental specialist. He listened to me and resolved a 3-year duration of dental pain. I am so grateful to him and he team.
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5 out of 5 stars
July 13, 2026
Very thorough
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5 out of 5 stars
July 2, 2026
Very good communicating with senior
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5 out of 5 stars
July 2, 2026
I never felt nervous or afraid
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5 out of 5 stars
June 25, 2026
Very friendly
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5 out of 5 stars
June 25, 2026
Dr. Strait was very kind and patient. Explained well why the follow up care would be the way it is. Encouraged what medications to take to ease pain.
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5 out of 5 stars
June 19, 2026
I felt very comfortable and confident with Dr. Strait as he did the root canal. I highly recommend Dr. Strait and would not hesitate to see him again. His assistant, Kathy, was also friendly and helpful. Thank you for the excellent care given to me.
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4.4 out of 5 stars
June 10, 2026
More my fault as I should have spoke up but I would have liked to hear all the options available and the risks and benefits of each.
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5 out of 5 stars
June 8, 2026
Thorough, answered questions, explained well.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 20, 2026
Dr Cale did a phenomenal job. He explained what he was doing. The process went extremely well. Great job.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 7, 2026
Very good
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5 out of 5 stars
February 24, 2026
Both the dental assistant and the dentist were extremely good listeners as I described the symptoms that brought me to this appointment, and were very thorough in their assessments/conclusions in a manner that was easy to understand!
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5 out of 5 stars
February 23, 2026
Very pleasant, informative consultation and resolution to , hopefully, fix the problem.
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5 out of 5 stars
January 23, 2026
I ended up here because it was in network for me. I was very, this is ab awesome practice! It was as delightful as a root canal can be!
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5 out of 5 stars
January 23, 2026
Excellent experience. One hundred percent professional!
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4.8 out of 5 stars
January 23, 2026
The dentist gave me follow up instructions (not the dental assistant).
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5 out of 5 stars
January 2, 2026
Everyone was awesome! I even fell asleep during the procedure!Doesn't get any less painless than that!!!
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5 out of 5 stars
December 31, 2025
Dentist was very knowledgeable about the root canal. Discovered root canal needed to be done on tooth next to one diagnosed by my dentist who send xrays and other information. So thankful to him.
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5 out of 5 stars
November 17, 2025
Excellent communication
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5 out of 5 stars
November 15, 2025
Dr strait is fantastic. He has performed every root canal etc needed in my family. Kind, caring talented
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5 out of 5 stars
October 20, 2025
I really appreciate the time the doctor took to explain what was wrong with my tooth and walk me through the process. The procedure was painless and very informative, I could tell he genuinely cared about my well-being and my tooth. He was knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable throughout the visit.
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5 out of 5 stars
October 16, 2025
Very good experience
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5 out of 5 stars
October 2, 2025
One of the best experiences I've had with a dental specialist in 3 years.
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5 out of 5 stars
September 25, 2025
Excellent.
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5 out of 5 stars
September 25, 2025
I was very pleased with Dr. Strait's care and explanations.
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5 out of 5 stars
September 17, 2025
Dr. Cale Strait was great! He was very friendly and he made the procedure very comfortable and manageable.
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5 out of 5 stars
September 17, 2025
I'm not a champ when it comes to needles and receiving Novocaine, but Dr. Strait was the best one yet.
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5 out of 5 stars
July 16, 2025
The dentist was very knowledgeable about my tooth. He explained all so I understood.
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5 out of 5 stars
June 20, 2025
Very friendly and informative. Made me at ease with the procedure.
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5 out of 5 stars
May 23, 2025
Was very friendly and explained everything
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5 out of 5 stars
May 15, 2025
Excellent service and outcome in an urgent situation. Dr. Strait provided a thorough exam, recommendation, treatment and discussion.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 30, 2025
Dr straight was very patient, did in fact listen very well, explained by condition, which was somewhat mysterious, very well, and had a very clear treatment plan and proposed outcome. I found him personable, and helpful.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 30, 2025
With the exception of the trouble in getting in more quickly, I found this practice and Dr straight in particular, to be exceptional. I highly recommend the practice and Dr straight specifically.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 22, 2025
Dr. Strait, as well as his team did an excellent job of attending to the problem I was experiencing. He did an exemplary job of doing the root canal. His manner was calm and reassuring, he addressed all of my questions.I would definitely refer his practice to others.
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5 out of 5 stars
April 2, 2025
Dr. Strait dus an excellent job amd communicated well throughout tje procedure
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5 out of 5 stars
March 15, 2025
Everyone was so nice and caring and any costs were explained through my and up front.
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5 out of 5 stars
March 15, 2025
Dr. Strait was very compassionate and caring throughout both the initial consult and the actual procedure. I was very impressed.
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4.8 out of 5 stars
February 14, 2025
My only dissatisfaction was the silver filling in my crown after the root canal was finished. I wish I had options. Otherwise the appointment and the team work of the assistant and dentist were amazing. Very pleasant experience.
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5 out of 5 stars
January 27, 2025
Dr Strait and his staff were all wonderful. I was treated respectfully and they were very charming. They put my mind at ease when I had been very upset.
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5 out of 5 stars
January 2, 2025
Not nervous as the assistant plus the Doctor were genuinely relatable and I felt like I was in good hands, especially when Dr Strait said all was good! We shared some laughs.
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5 out of 5 stars
January 2, 2025
Glad I didn't need further work done. I liked Dr Strait. Friendly , and if I needed anything done, I would definitely ask for him!
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5 out of 5 stars
December 19, 2024
I really like Dr Cole and his team member Kathy. They were both really nice, they listened, they explained and the work they did is terrific.
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5 out of 5 stars
December 19, 2024
Absolutely I will recommend this clinic office to any of my friends,family,and who ever else need to see an specialist.
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5 out of 5 stars
December 18, 2024
Understood everything that had to be done
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5 out of 5 stars
December 18, 2024
Great experience