Doctors

Dr Howard Brauer
“Dr. Howie”

Dr. Howie Brauer attended Baylor University for his undergraduate studies and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. While attending Baylor he pursued his passion of running and was a member of two Southwest Conference Champion cross country teams. His passion for running evolved into a desire to compete in triathlons. He continued his interest in the sciences and working with his hands by attending the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry where he met his wife, Joy Brauer D.D.S. and earned his D.D.S. with honors in Oral Surgery. He has practiced the last few years in Tucson treating a wide range of patients. His desire to practice dentistry revolves around the patient and service. Some of his hobby highlights include finishing the Arizona Ironman triathlon in 11 hours and 37 minutes in 2005 and a single digit golf handicap. Lately he spends a lot of time caring for and playing with his young daughter who is the Drs. Brauers’ first child as of fall 2005. Dr. Howie Brauer is also a member of ADA (American Dental Association), AzDA (Arizona Dental Association) and AGD (Academy of General Dentists).

Dr. Joy Brauer
“Dr. Brauer”

Dr. Joy Brauer attended both Washington University and Southern Methodist University for her undergraduate degrees. She received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. After college, Dr Brauer worked for several years in the dental field while continuing her education by working towards a Master’s degree in Cell and Molecular Biology. At this point in her life Dr. Brauer knew that she enjoyed the dental field and decided to attend dental school. Dr. Brauer completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) at University of Missouri Kansas City where she met her husband, Dr. Howard Brauer. They then moved to Tucson, Arizona in order to be close to family. In the fall of 2005, Drs. Brauer had their first child. Dr. Joy Brauer has additional training in the areas of endodontics and oral sedation. She is also a member of The American Academy of General Dentists (AAGD), American Dental Association (ADA), and Arizona Dental Association (AzDA). In her time outside of the office, Dr. Brauer enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, working out, shopping and going to spas.