But they are NOT all the same in regard to the doctor / patient relationship. Being able to trust that your dentist will treat you with kindness, compassion and professionalism really makes a difference.
Dr. Mueske was born and raised on a farm just outside of Lake City, MN near Millville. After graduating from Lincoln High School she received her degree in dental assisting. For nearly five years she worked full time as a dental assistant, and found great interest in helping patients with their oral health. However, she felt a strong urge to move forward in the field, so a decision was made to pursue becoming a dentist.
During her undergraduate program at Winona State University, she kept her dental skills sharp by continuing to work part time as a dental assistant in various Winona dental offices. In 2002 she earned a Bachelor 's Degree in Molecular Biology and Allied Health, and was thrilled to be accepted into Marquette University School of Dentistry. While in dental school Marie was privileged to earn two awards. The 'Tom Lauer' award is given to one sophomore student who appears to have the best personality needed to be successful as a dentist. As a senior, she earned a second award in which her professors believed she was most likely to succeed in general dentistry. She graduated in 2007 as a Doctor of Dental Surgery.
Dr. Mueske joined Pepin Valley Dental in 2007 and is still excited to serve the people of her hometown. She lives just outside of Lake City with her husband John, and sons Leighton and Ryder. In her free time she enjoys boating, traveling, cycling, and Zumba.
Dr. Christensen was born and raised in Rochester, and spent many summer weekends fishing in Lake City with his family. He joined Pepin Valley Dental in 2018, though he and his wife have called Lake City home for over a decade now. Prior to joining the team at Pepin Valley Dental, he practiced in SE Minnesota, while his wife Katie taught kindergarten at Bluff View Elementary. They have two children (ages 7 and 9) who keep them active, laughing, and happy.
'I am thrilled to be a part of the Pepin Valley Dental team, and to practice where I live, serving friends and neighbors in Lake City. I enjoy serving the community I call home, building relationships, and carrying on the fine tradition of care that has preceded me at Pepin Valley Dental.'
Dr. Brown's wife, Teri, does payroll and bookkeeping at the office, and they have three adult children. Dr. Brown goes on yearly mission trips to Africa and/or Guatemala to provide people there with much needed dental care. His hobbies include tennis, fishing, boating, radio controlled aircraft, and photography.