Paul Szmanda, DDS
Dr. Paul Szmanda has been a local dentist and practicing general family dentistry in Rib Mountain and the surrounding areas for over thirty years! Paul was born and raised in Antigo, Wisconsin.
After graduating high school, he attended the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point. Paul received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University in January of 1984.
Paul and his wife Jeanne have four children. He enjoys spending time with his family, camping, hiking, and playing guitar.
Dr. Paul is a member of the Marathon County Dental Society, the Wisconsin Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He also has the privilege of being affiliated with the Aspirus Hospital – Emergency Department.
Dustin Dengel, DDS
Dr. Dustin was born and raised in Merrill, Wisconsin, where he developed an appreciation for the strong sense of community that comes with small-town living. He attended St. Norbert College for his undergraduate studies and went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University School of Dentistry, graduating in 2023.
Now practicing in Marathon City, Dr. Dustin is excited to be back in a close-knit community where people know and look out for one another. He is passionate about patient-focused care, believing that each individual should be in charge of their own treatment decisions through clear communication and well-informed choices. He is committed to creating a comfortable, collaborative environment while utilizing the latest digital X-ray technology and scanning systems to provide high-quality, modern dental care.
Outside the office, Dr. Dustin enjoys spending time outdoors hunting and fishing, as well as making memories with his wife, their son, and their chocolate lab.
Meet Our Team
Our friendly and skilled team of dental professionals at Szmanda Dental Marathon offer quality care for you and your family, maintaining a warm, welcoming environment, and putting your needs first to ensure efficient, comfortable treatments. We work hard to ensure that you have the dental knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your dental health and enjoy being your dental advocates to ensure that you receive the maximum benefits possible from your treatments. Please call us at 715-443-2247 to learn more about dental care in Marathon, Wisconsin, and make your appointment with our dentists. We look forward to meeting you!
Front Staff
Patti B.
Patient Services
Patti has worked for Szmanda Dental Center for 25+ years. When she is not working she enjoys, walking, biking and relaxing around a campfire with a nice glass of wine.
Kristin W.
Hygienist
Kristen graduated from Northcentral Technical College as a Dental Hygienist in 2016. Her favorite part of her job is making connections with her patient and being able to teach them how to properly care for their oral health. Kristen is married and has 2 children, Elsie and Blake. She has a hobby farm just outside of Marathon. In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her family, bowling, and crafting.
Dawn H.
Hygienist
Dawn has a great personality and is a real go-getter. She loves activities with her family – especially ones that involve the outdoors. She plays golf and enjoys watching football. #GOPACKGO
Darcy J.
Hygienist
Darcy is a hygienist here at Szmanda Dental Center. She splits her time between the Wittenberg office and the Rib Mountain office. She has been a hygienist since 1997 and has enjoyed every minute of it, especially with the Szmanda group. Married with a combined five kids, Darcy and her husband, John, enjoy traveling and experiencing as much as they can in this life. Now that kids are mostly out on their own, quilting, fitness and friends are ways that Darcy tries to spend her free time, what little there is. The patients are always Darcy’s favorite part of her work, so say “Hi” if you see her around.
Wendy F.
Hygienist
Wendy has 20 years of hygiene experience. She enjoys time with her family and anything outdoors.
Jane G.
Dental Assistant
Jane has over 30 years of experience as a dental assistant and has proudly been part of the team at Szmanda Dental for the past five years. She truly enjoys helping patients feel comfortable, cared for and at ease during their visits. Building lasting relationships with patients is one of the most rewarding parts of her job. Jane takes pride in providing compassionate care and creating a positive experience for every person who walks through the door.
Outside of the office, Jane enjoys spending quality time with her family, especially her son, Carter. She also loves relaxing at home with her two cats. Whether she is caring for patients or making memories with loved ones, Jane values kindness, compassion and creating meaningful connections.