Learn About Hellgate Family Dental

Hi, I’m Dr. Brandon Sturgell. I’m a dentist, a dad, a husband, a musician—and someone who genuinely loves helping people feel confident about their smile.

When I’m not in the office, you’ll usually find me with my beautiful wife, Summer, and our four amazing kids. Family is everything to me. Whether we’re out playing pickleball, having a heated ping pong tournament, or just making each other laugh, that time together is the heartbeat of my life. Summer is a runner, designer, seamstress, and a fierce volleyball player who has won local tournaments—and somehow still manages to keep all of us grounded.

I also play in a local band, and music has always been one of my favorite ways to connect with others and unwind. I love staying active, whether it’s lifting weights, playing basketball, or chasing my kids around the yard.

I graduated from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine, and over the years, I’ve invested hundreds of hours into continuing education, especially in the areas of surgery, dental implants, and cosmetic dentistry. But honestly, the biggest compliment I get—almost daily—is that I’m the nicest, most gentle dentist people have ever had. That means the world to me, because I truly want every patient to feel safe, cared for, and respected.

If you’re looking for a place where you’ll feel at home, with a team that treats you like family, I’d love to welcome you to our practice.

As a Missoula native, I’m proud and fortunate to provide dental care in the community that shaped me. I’m passionate about whole-body wellness and am dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal oral health as a foundation for their overall health. Whether I am helping patients manage dental anxiety or supporting long-term preventive care, my goal is always to meet people where they are and empower patients to feel confident in their health and smiles.

I earned my undergraduate degree in Health and Human Performance from the University of Montana, where I played collegiate volleyball (Go Griz!) while simultaneously coaching JV volleyball at my alma mater, Big Sky High School (Go Eagles!). I went on to earn my Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Oregon Health and Science University in Portland, Oregon. While my husband and I enjoyed all the amazing food, music and sporting events Portland had to offer, I was excited to return home to begin my career. I have worked as a full-time general dentist at Partnership Health Center for the past three years, and I feel honored to have started my career caring for patients from all walks of life.

Outside the dental office, you’ll find me playing volleyball, golfing and bowling with my husband, or hiking Western Montana’s beautiful trails with our beloved hound dog, Melo.