Every time I see one of my patients out in public smiling back at me, it makes me smile too. I chose to become an orthodontist because it is such a rewarding profession that allows me to improve peoples lives by transforming their smile. The best part about my job is getting to know the patients and their families throughout this process. I have the best patients around, and I love the connections that are made as I learn about my patients interests and life happenings.
I take great pride in my work, and it is very important to me that your end result is a beautiful smile that you have always wanted. Along with my entire staff, we are committed to giving you the highest quality of care and service every time you visit. We want you to enjoy your time as a patient here, so we have created an office atmosphere that is both relaxing and fun. We promise you will be in a good mood when you leave!
After working in the pharmaceutical industry for a few years, I decided that I needed to pursue a profession that was more hands-on and would allow me to have a more direct impact on peoples lives. I attended Marquette University School of Dentistry and graduated at the top of my class in 2006. I went on to specialize in orthodontics at the University of Iowa and received my certificate and masters degree in orthodontics in 2008.
One of the many reasons I love orthodontics is that it allows me to be a lifelong learner. I dedicate myself to staying on top of the most recent advances in orthodontics so I can provide the best and most innovative treatment to my patients. In addition to traditional braces, I am also a certified Invisalign and Invisalign Teen provider. Lastly, I am a Board Certified Orthodontist. A board certified orthodontist has successfully completed a voluntary, rigorous written and clinical examination process through The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO). ABO certification is recognized throughout the world as representing the highest level of commitment to orthodontic patient care.
I am proud to make my home in Pewaukee. My family and I love Pewaukees vibrant character and its beautiful lakeside setting, but most of all we chose to live and work here because of the wonderful people that make up the community.
I have been married to my wife Ellen since 2002, and we have two wonderful children, Eden and Wesley. We enjoy traveling as a family and being involved in our childrens long list of activities. In my free time, you will find me outdoors! I love downhill skiing, working on landscaping projects, and going on bike rides.
Taylor has been with Rasch Orthodontics since June 2018 and brought with her threeyears of ortho experience.Sheoriginally resided in Wausau,and moved down to the Waukesha area in the summer of 2018.Her favorite part about her job is having theopportunity make the first impression and have the chance to meet everyone.She enjoys meeting so many families from the area andgetting to know them and their interests
Laura joined Rasch Orthodontics in January 2019, and brought with her five years of dental experience. Laura went to WCTC and graduated with her dental assisting diploma. Her primary focus is providing all patients with the best dental care through their orthodontic journey. She enjoys working at Rasch Orthodontics, especially with such a great orthodontist! “I love seeing the transformations with the patients’ smiles.”
Laura resides in Brookfield. In her free time, she and her husband enjoygolfing, camping, finding new hiking trails, going to Milwaukee Bucks games, and spending time with theirfamily and Lab/Shepard mix Nova
Katish has been with Rasch Orthodontics since 2020 and has been in the dental field since 2017. She loves seeing the patients reaction when they finish treatment and finally see their new smile. 'Dr. Rasch is very kind and understanding. Everyone at the office is very happy to be there.'
Originally from the Caribbean, Katish likes to do anything that has to do with water; she loves to swim and snorkel. She recently started a new winter sport, snowboarding! Katish enjoys travelling and feeding the homeless
Cici has been happily married for 3 years to her husband Joe, and they have a 3 year old son, Brayden! When she is not working, she loves to travel and they enjoy spending summers swimming at Pewaukee Beach!
Ashley started with Rasch Orthodontics in October of 2020. Prior to working at Rasch Ortho, Ashley worked for an insurance company as an Account Manager. She also has experience in the Hospitality Industry as a Bar and Restaurant manager. Her favorite part about her job is that every day is different and she always has the opportunity to learn something new. 'This team is so welcoming and works great together. Everyone is willing to help eachother out.'
In her free time, if Ashley is not hanging out with family or friends, you can find her working out or being active with her Husky, Ace. She loves shopping, eating at new restaurants, and going to baseball games all summer long
When Carly is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, cat Bevy, family and friends. They love summer time the most, being outsideand staying active. She loves helping others and serving the patients of Rasch Ortho!
We are committed to providing the highest quality of clinical care and personalized service in a warm and compassionate atmosphere. Our doctor and staff enjoy getting to know each patient and thefamily, and love creating relationships that last multiple generations.
Orthodontists are trained specialists, who spend at least two years after graduating from dental school in a post-doctoral, full-time orthodontic residency program that focuses solely on craniofacial growth and movement of the teeth. As an orthodontist, Dr. Raschhasextensive training and experience in diagnosing and managing all levels of orthodontic treatment needs. He is trained to partner with your dentist to provide you with the best possible care.
As a patient, you want to be able to make an informed decision when it comes to the orthodontic care for you and your family. We want to help you understand why choosing a board certified orthodontic specialist makes a difference. An orthodontist is a dentist who has gone through a competitive orthodontic program for an additional 2-3 years to be trained specifically in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. A board certified orthodontist has successfully completed a voluntary, rigorous written and clinical examiniation process through The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO).
Our team has a wide range of experience and skills, but most important, they have a genuine interest in getting to know patients on an individual level. Each staff member cares about our patients and works hard to improve not only our patients smiles, but also their confidence.
We work at keeping our treatment methods up to date and progressive to provide you with the best care available, while keeping affordability in mind. Dr. Rasch are certified to provide Invisalign clear aligners, in addition to Clarity ceramic brackets. We have the iTero digital scanner to take digital impressions, which eliminates the need for the traditional alginate material that sits in your mouth for two minutes per arch.
Our office is commited to staying involved in our community andgiving back whenever possible.Our office also strongly supports local school districts in Pewaukeeand surrounding communities. If you are interested in our office supporting your local school or group, call or send information so we can review your cause.
Are all orthodontists Board Certified? No. All orthodontists must be licensed to practice, however board certification is a voluntary achievement that all orthodontists do not choose to pursue. In order to become board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO), an individual orthodontist is thoroughly tested by a highly respected panel of examiners to demonstrate their orthodontic knowledge, clinical skills and judgment. The most fair, reliable and valid testing methodology is utilized to test clinical proficiency in an objective manner. The ABO certification process signifies a unique achievementa significant step beyond the two to three years of advanced education required for a dentist to become a specialist in orthodontics.
How many certifying boards are recognized by the American Dental Association in the specialty of orthodontics? One. The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) is the only certifying board in the specialty that is recognized by the American Dental Association. The ABO was founded in 1929 and is the oldest specialty board in dentistry. The boards purpose is to elevate the quality of orthodontic care for the public by promoting excellence through certification, education and professional collaboration.
Why would an orthodontist choose to complete this voluntary certification process? Successful completion of the examination process demonstrates the orthodontists personal commitment to excellence in orthodontics to both the orthodontic profession and the general public. It exemplifies a practitioners commitment to continue to keep abreast of the latest advances in patient care, and to continue to deliver these latest advances to patients. Many orthodontists see it as a demonstration of their dedication to the specialty and the highest level of personal achievement.
What steps are required to complete the ABO certification process? Since the establishment of the ABO in 1929, the certification process requirements have continued to adjust to the demands of the specialty. Today, the process involves a thorough Written Examination (240 questions) covering all areas of orthodontics and dental facial orthopedics which an orthodontist should be knowledgeable. Successful completion of this board examination allows the orthodontist to proceed to the Scenario-based Oral Clinical Examination where they are objectively evaluated on their knowledge, abilities and critical thinking skills based on proficiency and clinical excellence in four core performance areas/domains. Both examinations take significant preparation and time. After successful completion of these examinations, the orthodontist has officially achieved Board Certification, for a limited time period. The orthodontist must go through Certification Renewal every 10 years to maintain their certification status by demonstrating this continued level of patient care.
