Dr. Joseph was born in Joplin and graduated from Memorial High School in 1978, serving as student body president. Dr. Joseph attendedMSSUand later earned Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree fromUniversity of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry. He completed Orthodontic Residency and earned a Masters in Dentistry from St. Louis University Medical Center in 1987. Dr. Joseph has been a member of theAmerican Association of Orthodontics, theAmerican Dental Association, and is past president of the Southwest Missouri District Dental Society. Dr. Joseph is certified as a 'Specialist in Orthodontics' by the Missouri Dental Board.
Dr. Joseph is married and has 4 children attending schools in Joplin. His family runs a charitable organizationLights of Hope - JoMo, with their handiwork on display at The Brace Place. Dr. J. is a semi-professional musician, playing with the Higher Ed Band based in Joplin. He also loves numismatics and has been a member of the Tri-State Coin Club for several years. Dr. Joseph enjoys long-distance road bicycling and enjoys regular rides on the Razorback Greenway trail.