Dr. Hokanson is a native of Newcastle, Wyoming. After Newcastle High School, he graduated from the University of Wyoming with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Zoology/Physiology. In 2002 he graduated with honors from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. Since that time he has practiced with Nick in Gillette.
Brian is very involved with the American Dental Association, currently representing 7 states on an ADA Council. He is dedicated to continuing his dental learning through numerous continuing education courses every year. He is a scholar member of the Dawson Academy which is a premiere advanced dental education institute in St. Petersburg, Florida committed to quality, complete care for patients. Brian is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry.
Brian is married to Willa, also a native of Newcastle. Together they have three childrenAinsley, Sam, and Bridger. They enjoy camping, hunting, fishing, and sports. They are avid Wyoming Cowboys and Denver Broncos fans. Brian is currently on the Board of Directors for the Cowboy Joe Club at the University of Wyoming. He is also president of the Gillette Edge Soccer Club and coaches youth soccer as well.
Dr. Bouzis is a Casper, Wyoming native. After graduating from Natrona County High School, he attended the University of Wyoming from 1983 to 1987. He went on to receive his DDS degree from the University of Nebraska Medical College of Dentistry in 1991. He has proudly practiced and served Gillette and the surrounding area for 21 years.
Nick has been very involved with organized dentistry. He has served as the President of the Wyoming Dental Association 2003-2004.President of the Wyoming Board of Dental examiners 2010-2012. He has been president of the Wyoming Academy of General Dentistry from 2005 to 2013. He received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry 2006.
Nick has also been involved as a member of the Campbell County Health Board 2006-2012. He was staff dentist for screening residents for Pioneer Manor 1991-1996. He has done volunteer children screenings for Head Start Program 1998-Present. He was on the University of Wyoming Alumni Association Board of Directors from 2005 to 2012.
Skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. As dental professionals, we stay up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for our patients. We recognize that our patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in our team. That is just one reason why we value each and every patient relationship.
Lisa was born and raised in Gillette, WY and graduated from Campbell County High School. She attended Black Hills State University and graduated from Sheridan College. Lisa is married to Jim and they have 3 children and 1 spoiled dog.
Lisa is a member of the American Dental Hygienists Association and Wyoming Dental Hygienists Association. She attended the Pankey Institute for Periodontal Therapy and numerous continuing education courses for dental hygiene. She has been a dental hygienist with the Dental Care Center for over 20 years.
Sue was born in Lemmon, South Dakota and was raised on a farm in Meadow, South Dakota. She graduated high school in 1975 in Isabel, S.D. Sue is married and has two beautiful children. Throughout the years she has worked at various jobs including daycare, maid service, donut fryer, and manager at a bakery for 19 years after which she decided it was time for a change. She became a dental assistant and subsequently completed a course to receive her diploma for dental assisting in May of 2009.
Crystal was born and raised in Newcastle, WY and graduated from Newcastle High School. She attended Gillette College where she completed her pre-requisites and attained her Associates degree. She furthered her education at Sheridan College where she graduated with her Associates in Dental Hygiene and has since furthered her degree by graduating from the University of Wyoming with her Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene. Crystal moved back to Gillette to be with family, her boyfriend, two dogs, and three horses. She enjoys a variety of activities such as rodeo, skiing, watching her brother race as well as her boyfriend, numerous outdoor activities, and playing patty-cake with her niece. Crystal is dedicated to the field of dentistry and providing the best patient care and service. She continues her education each year by attending the Rocky Mountain Dental Convention and continues to read articles on new and up to date information. She is qualified to treat patients of all ages and performs all dental hygiene duties with quality and care.
Lawanda was born in Columbus, Louisiana and moved to Sheridan, Wyoming in 1984 where she graduated from high school. She moved to Gillette in 1992 and has been active in several local organizations while raising her two children. Lawanda has worked in the dental field for 16 years working as a dental lab assistant for 10 years and moving on to dental office administration where she has been employed for 6 years. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two children, being outdoors, and traveling.
When you visit our Gillette dental office, you are welcomed into a family-friendly and high-tech practice that caters to adults and children. All parts of our office, from our waiting room to our operatories, are equipped to ensure your comfort and health. If youre looking for a dentist near you, we invite you to call or see our team at Dental Care Center LLC today.
If youre looking for a new family dentist, or are searching for a skilled professional to provide seamless and beautiful dental restorations, our team is here to help. We are happy to accept new patients for routine dental exams and cleanings, as well as patients with damaged and missing teeth who are in need of aesthetic crown and bridge restorations.
We want you to enjoy a strong and beautiful smile for a lifetime. To meet this goal, we make dentistry efficient, convenient, and educational through a variety of digital tools. If youve experienced a dental emergency, we provide virtual screening through your smartphone to identify problems with your smile. Simply send us pictures of the affected tooth or teeth and we can create a plan of action to alleviate pain and restore your smile.
With the use of additional tools, including intraoral cameras, digital X-rays, and digital bite analysis we provide in-depth pictures of your teeth for precise treatment planning and oral health education.