Our Practice Philosophy

At Mosinee Smiles, our top priority is always personalized patient care. We believe in honesty, transparency, and comfort at every step of your dental journey. Our friendly Mosinee dental team will never pressure you into any treatment — instead, we take time to explain all your dental care options clearly so you can make confident, informed decisions. Whenever possible, we focus on preserving your natural teeth and providing care we’d recommend to our own families. From the moment you step into our Mosinee dental office, you’ll be treated like family, with open communication about every aspect of your care — from procedures to billing.

Our Team

Meet Our Dentists

Kevin McEwen, DDS

Dr. Kevin McEwen is originally from Marshfield, Wisconsin. He earned his DDS at the University of Minnesota in 1995, and he also attended Valparaiso University. He joined our Mosinee Smiles team in January of 2025. There were many reasons that led him to seek a career in dentistry, including a desire to work in the medical field, the ability to help others, and the job security this specific profession affords. When it comes to overall philosophy of dental care, Dr. McEwen adheres to the “Golden Rule” of treatment planning, offering patients their best options, and always being honest and transparent through every stage. In addition to his years of experience, he brings to our office a personable, honest, and friendly approach to care. His patient communication is down to earth, and he understands the importance of building rapport with everyone who sits in his chair. He’s excited to be a part of the Mosinee community and of helping build our practice.

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When he isn’t helping our patients and team, Dr. McEwen enjoys spending time with his family, which he describes as very blended and very fun. Some of his interests include motorcycles, old cars, and the 1980s. Fun fact: He still has the car he first learned to drive in.

George Knoedler, DDS

Dr. George Knoedler has been a fixture of Mosinee dentistry for over three decades. His dedication to his patients and the larger community has made a significant impact over the years and has made him one of the most respected professionals in our area. In addition to providing the highest level of dentistry, Dr. George gives of his time and resources to numerous Mosinee organizations and causes, including local schools, churches, businesses, and charities. He is a wonderful ambassador for both personalized dental care and small-town business. Today he continues to deliver the same one-on-one attention to patients’ needs as he did when he first opened this practice, in the process training up other talented dental professionals who share his commitment to oral health and the people of Mosinee.

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Dr. Knoedler was born and raised in Mosinee and has called it home for the majority of his life. He attended UW-Marathon County for his undergraduate studies and graduated with his DDS from Marquette University Dental School. He served in the United States Navy and was deployed oversees for a number of years. The two biggest influences on his decision to enter the dental profession were his ambition to own his own business and his desire for small-town living. Dr. George has always been committed to continuing education, both for himself and the professionals he has hired over the years. This ongoing study of dental procedures and technologies is a big part of our office’s success. What Dr. George enjoys most about working at Mosinee Smiles is the opportunity to serve multiple generations of patient families, providing them with the greatest personalized care possible.

Outside of the office, Dr. Knoedler enjoys coaching basketball, writing, participating in various Mosinee activities, and spending time with friends and family. He follows and supports local Mosinee athletics and extracurriculars, as well as Wisconsin sports. A little known interesting fact: Dr. George has attended Clown Camp and performed in a clown troupe. In general, he loves helping other people and putting smiles on their faces.

Lina Nguyen, DDS

Dr. Lina Nguyen was born and raised in Garden Grove, California. After graduating from high school there, she went on to attend California State University-Long Beach, where she majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry and graduated Cum Laude. She then attended dental school and earned her DDS at the University of Iowa. From an early age, Dr. Lina wanted to choose a profession that would allow her to help people, especially in underserved communities. Wanting to give back to her community, coupled with her need for a hands-on profession, led her to dentistry. First and foremost, Dr. Lina believes in treating every patient with dignity, respect and empathy, as if they were her own family. She believes in providing personalized care and is firmly opposed to a one-treatment-plan-fits-all approach or the over-treatment of patients. A quote from one of her mentors, “The mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body,” sticks with her to this day and summarizes her belief in a holistic approach to dentistry.

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Dr. Nguyen brings an upbeat, lighthearted and positive disposition to our office. She knows that the success of a practice is built on trust and integrity, which she always exudes in her interactions with patients and colleagues. She values her relationship with her peers and she works to foster a positive work environment in which everyone can excel as a team. When it comes to things she enjoys best about working at Mosinee Smiles, her absolute favorite moments are with her patients. Seeing their smiles and newfound confidence is the very reason she chose this profession. She cannot wait to have more of these experiences with our Central Wisconsin patients.

When not helping our patient family, Dr. Lina is often interacting with her own family. She grew up in a large household: she’s the youngest of eight children and has 15 nieces and nephews (and counting!). In her free time, she really likes to travel (she’s visited over 15 countries) and find new places to visit, especially new restaurants. When she’s not traveling or hanging out with her family, Dr. Lina loves to spend time with her fiancé and her two puppies, Thor and Lulu.

Meet Our Staff

Roxanne – Dental Hygienist

Roxanne is a native of Wausau. She had her first inkling of wanting to enter the dental profession at the age of about ten, when she began going to a new dental office that felt modern, happy, and calm. After graduating high school, she earned her Dental Hygiene degree from Northcental Technical College. She joined our Mosinee team in 1997 and had an immediate positive impact. Roxanne is a true people person, and she’s very good at sensing patients’ needs and helping them to feel comfortable. She loves working with patients of all ages, and she especially enjoys working with the elderly. She loves that our office is in the process of making updates to services and technology, and she’s excited about the growth we’re seeing. When she’s not at work, Roxanne loves to spend time with her husband and their adult son and daughter. Some of her favorite hobbies include vegetable and flower gardening, taking care of her pets, feeding birds, camping, cooking, and baking. She also enjoys sewing and making jewelry. She can often be found outside, taking in the beauty of the Mosinee area.

Amber – Dental Hygienist

Bio coming soon.

Jenny – Dental Assistant

Jenny is originally from Stevens Point, Wisconsin. After graduating from Stevens Point Area High School, she completed her studies in Dental Assisting at Oconomowoc Dental School. She joined our Mosinee Smiles team in January of 2025. What led her to choose a career in the dental field was her desire to help people with their oral hygiene. She understands that good dental care must be grounded in relationships, and she is always nonjudgemental in her interactions with patients. Along with her assisting experience, she brings to our office a welcoming attitude, a willingness to help our team wherever needed, and a commitment to providing the best possible patient care through clear communication. Her favorite things about working at Mosinee Smiles are being a part of a supportive team, learning new techniques every day, and seeing the satisfaction of our patients. Outside of the office, Jenny loves spending time with friends and family, especially her two sons and daughter. Two activities that she really enjoys are hiking and camping. One interesting fact about her is that she is bilingual, speaking both English and Hmong.

Savannah – Dental & Administrative Assistant

Savannah is originally from Stratford, Wisconsin. She was drawn to the dental field after being an orthodontic patient. She loved experiencing the transformation of her smile, and she now loves to watch that same kind of transformation in our patients. When it comes to her philosophy of care, she strives to improve the quality of life and health in patients, to educate them on dental health, and to establish long-term relationships built on trust. Her versatility and preparedness for whatever situations arise are parts of what make Savannah such a great asset to our office. She’s excited to be serving the Mosinee community, and she looks forward to our continued growth. Apart from her work, Savannah enjoys hunting, fishing, and running. She also has a real fondness for coffee: her perfect and best days start and end with iced coffee.

Hailey – Administrative Assistant

Hailey is originally from the Mosinee and Lake Du Bay area. After graduating from Mosinee High School, she went on to do continuing education at Northcentral Technical College. She joined our team in the summer of 2022. What first drew her to the dental field is when she took a dental receptionist job at 17 years old and was given the opportunity to cross train as a dental assistant. She fell in love with the industry at that point and wound up joining our team in the summer of 2022. Hailey believes that everyone deserves a healthy smile and everyone deserves a second chance to get their smile back. She knows how important it is and what it means to patients. She brings to our office six years of experience in the field and a welcoming, helpful, and determined personality. She is always looking to help and educate our patients in whatever way she can. What she enjoys most about working at Mosinee Smiles is how we interact like a family, everyone lending a hand and building relationships with one another and patients. Outside of the office, Hailey loves spending time with friends and family, especially her husband, Nash, and their cat, Dyno. Her favorite activities are hiking, BMX riding, working on cars (she’s a self-professed “car girl”), camping, and gardening.