Our orthodontic practice is made up of a great team of individuals that have many years of experience in the orthodontic field. We feel very fortunate to have a combined total of over 267 years experience, most of which were spent in this office. Although creating beautiful smiles and great looking faces is our specialty our office takes great pride in offering a personal, friendly atmosphere.
Dr. Praska grew up in south central North Dakota in the small town farming community of Oakes. He attended North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota with an undergraduate study in zoology. He then spent six years in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the University of Minnesota completing his dental studies and orthodontic residency. In July of 1990, he joined the practice of Dr. Lloyd Truax and they spent nearly 20 years practicing together. Dr. Praska is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), the Minnesota Association of Orthodontists (MAO), and the Zumbro Valley Dental Society. He is also a member of the local Rochester Exchange Service Club and the Rochester Business Club. Dr. Praska and his wife Lyn reside in Rochester with their three children. He enjoys spending time with his family, running, fishing, and stays busy watching his children's sporting events.
I graduated from Rochester Area Vocational Technical Institute in 1974 from the Dental Assisting Program and began working as a Certified and Registered Dental Assistant for Dr. Lloyd Truax that same year. It is a very rewarding job to see the orthodontic changes we can provide for our patients. I am now part of a practice that is seeing second generation patients. Dr. Praska joined the practice in 1990 and continues with Dr. Truaxs treatment philosophy and so the fun continues!
I started working her in 1981 as the receptionist for Dr. Truax. My husband and I have two grown children and two grandchildren. We entrusted our children's orthodontic treatment with Dr. Truax and Dr. Praska and could not be happier with their beautiful smiles. I enjoy quilting, crocheting, and gardening, but mostly enjoy time spent with our family and friends. We went through the empty nest syndrome after the children left home so we now have four dachshunds who occupy a great deal of our time and hearts.
I grew up in rural Mantorville on a farm. After graduation I attended Mankato State College. Over the years, I have had many different jobs including owning my own business. I've worked for Dr. Praska for 18 years. My son Joe and his wife Melissa are expecting their first child in July. I cannot wait to be Nana. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, baking and interior design. As a 17 year cancer survivor, I greet each day with gratitude.
I became a certified and registered dental assistant at the Rochester Vocational and Technical college. In June of 1980 I began working for Dr. Truax in 1990 when Dr. Praska took over I continued my employment. My husband Randy and I and our daughter Amy live on a small hobby farm with a horse, dogs, cats, sheep and rabbits. We have another daughter Emily and a granddaughter Kara. 4-H, FFA and sports have kept us busy. I enjoy orthodontics and helping create beautiful smiles.
I started working here in 1998 and I have enjoyed working full time for Dr. Praska for 15 years. Recently going part-time I enjoy seeing the beautiful results of our patients. Dr. Praskas office is a great place for children and adults of all ages.In my spare time I enjoy camping and boating with friends and family and of course my two dogs!
I've enjoyed working as a dental assistant since 1982. Seeing the end results of our orthodontic and TMJ patients treated non surgically is rewarding. My husband and I have 2 girls, Aspen and Sierra. They are very active in sports. We enjoy raising and showing quarter horses and traveling.
I started working for Dr. Truax in 1988, and continued on with Dr. Praska when he came in 1990. I work in the lab. My husband Mark and I live in Rochester. We enjoy traveling and sports events, I enjoy gardening, shopping and time spent with family.
After graduating from Lake Street Dental Assisting School in Minneapolis, I started working for Dr. Truax in 1970 and Dr. Praska in 1990. My husband John and I enjoy antiquing which has turned into owning Eyota Antiques. We have a daughter Missy, she has a daughter Mia and stepchildren Hende and Jantzen. Our dog Zeus is a Doberman.. I enjoy watching hockey, and baseball, and my granddaughter Mia playing sports especially soccer.
After graduating from dental assisting school in 1998 I moved to Chesapeake Virginia to begin working in the dental field. My husband Chuck and I got married in 2000 and we moved to the Rochester area to be closer to family, I began working for Dr. Praska in July of 2000. I love my job and seeing all the good we do for our patients. My Husband and I have two very active children Jessa and Jameson who keep us very busy. We enjoy boating in the summer and visiting family and friends year round. In my free time I like to read and crochet.
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Rating 3.5 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestMike Glamm
3 years ago
Both our kids have been treated by Praska. We have been more than impressed with the work he has done with our kids' overbites. The guy is good! His staff is professional and very experienced. Yes, wait times are long, but he takes his time and ensures things are done correctly. Our dentist is always amazed at the results of his work!!!
Mike Glamm
4 years ago
Both our kids have been treated by Praska. We have been more than impressed with the work he has done with our kids' overbites. The guy is good! His staff is professional and very experienced. Yes, wait times are long, but he takes his time and ensures things are done correctly. Our dentist is always amazed at the results of his work!!!
Britta Stans
4 years ago
I called to ask if there was someone I could talk to, the receptionist said "not at this time" and just hung up abruptly before I could ask if there would be a better time or if I could leave a message. It was insanely rude. Never going there.
Britta Stans
5 years ago
I called to ask if there was someone I could talk to, the receptionist said "not at this time" and just hung up abruptly before I could ask if there would be a better time or if I could leave a message. It was insanely rude. Never going there.
Andy Franqueira
5 years ago
I first visited Dr. Praska at the age of 36. At the time I was undergoing dental treatment and was running into serious issues with my bite. I agreed to meet with Dr. Praska with great apprehension, believing that my age and bite were impossible to treat, especially without drastic measures. Dr. Praska was very personable, conducted a review of my situation, and explained my treatment options. Over the next three and a half years every experience with this office was excellent. I still find it hard to believe that they were able to work such magic with my teeth and jaws, with very little discomfort, and no surgery, extractions, or other drastic procedures. I cannot recommend them enough.
Larry Buechele
5 years ago
Both of our kids saw Dr. Praska. Excellent result! The gals that work for him are all really friendly and genuine. Dr. Praska has a very gentle chairside manner. Great sense of humor! He treats his staff with complete respect, which I really appreciate.
Carolyn Robeck
5 years ago
Best orthodontist in Rochester, if you were told you need surgery or teeth pulled get a second opinion with dr. Praska
Melisa weingarten
5 years ago
Great experience at Praska. No issues with waiting or difficulty getting future appointments.
Andrew Franqueira
5 years ago
I first visited Dr. Praska at the age of 36. At the time I was undergoing dental treatment and was running into serious issues with my bite. I agreed to meet with Dr. Praska with great apprehension, believing that my age and bite were impossible to treat, especially without drastic measures. Dr. Praska was very personable, conducted a review of my situation, and explained my treatment options. Over the next three and a half years every experience with this office was excellent. I still find it hard to believe that they were able to work such magic with my teeth and jaws, with very little discomfort, and no surgery, extractions, or other drastic procedures. I cannot recommend them enough.
Larry Buechele
6 years ago
Both of our kids saw Dr. Praska. Excellent result! The gals that work for him are all really friendly and genuine. Dr. Praska has a very gentle chairside manner. Great sense of humor! He treats his staff with complete respect, which I really appreciate.
Carolyn Robeck
6 years ago
Best orthodontist in Rochester, if you were told you need surgery or teeth pulled get a second opinion with dr. Praska
Melisa weingarten
6 years ago
Great experience at Praska. No issues with waiting or difficulty getting future appointments.
Joanne M.
6 years ago
Atrocious wait times. A 30 minute appointment becomes 50 minutes, of which 40-45 minutes is spent waiting for Dr. Praska to get to you. There are 5-8 patients in the common treatment room at any given time, so you can imagine the round robin waiting game that everyone has to play.... It isn't what you expect for a $7000+ service.
Joanne M.
7 years ago
Atrocious wait times. A 30 minute appointment becomes 50 minutes, of which 40-45 minutes is spent waiting for Dr. Praska to get to you. There are 5-8 patients in the common treatment room at any given time, so you can imagine the round robin waiting game that everyone has to play.... It isn't what you expect for a $7000+ service.
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