Dr. Joe Winegar
Dr. Joe Winegar grew up on Big Sandy Lake, his father is Dr. Dave Winegar, the dentist in the town of McGregor. Dr. Joe attended North Dakota State University, then completed his D.D.S degree in 2009 at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. He joined his aunt, Dr. Carol Winegar, and Dr. Robert Bender in September, 2012. Dr. Joe’s goal is to continue their tradition of high quality, comprehensive and caring dentistry. Dr. Joe particularly enjoys the fine details of dental treatment and feels personally gratified to help his patients achieve healthy, good-looking smiles.
Dentistry is constantly changing through new technologies and techniques. Some of Dr. Joe’s professional affiliations for continuing dental education are the Minnesota Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Great Lakes Implant Institute.
Dr. Joe believes in supporting the Brainerd/Baxter communities; the Brainerd Sunrise Rotary, and the Brainerd Sports Boosters have welcomed him as a member.
Most of Dr. Joe’s spare time is spent with his wife, Christy and their three children; William, Grace and Charles. They enjoy may different activities including, boating, golfing, fishing and hunting. The kids are enjoying playing hockey, football, golf and baseball.
Dr. Nick Rappa
Dr. Rappa was born and raised in White Bear Lake, MN. In 2015 he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a B.S. degree in biomedical science and a minor in chemistry. Later he continued his education at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, obtaining his D.D.S. degree in 2020. Following his graduate career Dr. Rappa completed a residency at the George E. Whalen Veterans Affairs Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. Providing exemplary care to our veterans, Dr. Rappa received hands-on training in surgical and comprehensive treatments.
Dr. Rappa is thrilled to explore and live in the Brainerd Lakes Area. He hopes to invest himself not only as a dentist, but as someone who can give back to the community. Growing up he enjoyed coaching hockey and volunteering with special needs individuals; this is something he would like to continue and to give back wherever he can.
When not in the office, Dr. Rappa enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and dog. Raised in a family of outdoor enthusiasts he can be found pursuing his interests in hiking, skiing, hunting, and enjoying life on the lake.
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