Dr. Barry R Franzen, DDS

Barry R. Franzen, DDS
Dr. Franzen received his DDS degree from the Marquette University School of Dentistry and then went on to receive his prosthodontic training at the University of Missouri and Truman Medical Center. During this time, Dr. Franzen focused on esthetic replacement teeth and implant dentistry. After completing his postgraduate residence, Dr. Franzen opened his private practice and served part-time as the clinical adjunct professor at the Marquette University School of Dentistry in Graduate Prosthodontics.
The implant revolution began while Dr. Franzen was in dental school, and he has continued to follow it closely. For the past 14 years, he has lectured extensively on implant dentistry throughout the United States and in London, England. He remains an important resource for dentists and prosthodontists in the implant community.
Dr. Franzen was recognized by the International Congress of Oral Implantologist at their winter meeting in NY at NYU.  After satisfactorily …completing the requirements for Fellowship, he is now a Fellow Member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Dr. Franzen and his wife, Raquel, have been married since 1982 and have three children. When Dr. Franzen’s not studying dentistry, helping his patients achieve their dream smiles, or lecturing on dental implants, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and farming for wildlife.
Professional Memberships
American Dental Association
Wisconsin Dental Association
Greater Milwaukee Dental Association
American College of Prosthodontics
Academy of Osseointegration
Milwaukee Odontological Society
Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society
Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society
Sue, Dental Hygienist
Sue has been a practicing Registered Dental Hygienist for 30 years. She has been a member of our team for over 20 years and has loved every minute of the experience, especially the patients. Providing quality patient care and ensuring comfortable dental experiences are her top priorities. She keeps current with continuing education and various professional organizations. Sue is married with two grown children. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, home decorating, bowling, the Packers, and Gator football.
LaVonne, Office Administrator
LaVonne has been in the dental field for over 25 years, the last 18 of which have been as a member of our team. LaVonne began her career with us as a chairside assistant and has spent the last ten years as our office administrator. Her many years of experience give LaVonne a unique knowledge base. She has the ability to answer questions that range from dental procedures to treatment planning to insurance. She is a member of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries and the American Association of Dental Office Managers. LaVonne is married and has two sons. She enjoys many activities such as bowling, volleyball, horseshoes, and watching the Packers and Brewers.
Bobbi Jo, Dental Assistant/Implant Coordinator
Bobbi Jo has been with our team for nearly 10 years. In that time she has expanded her knowledge and skills to a degree that makes her an irreplaceable member of the team. Whether it is a simple crown preparation or a complex surgical implant case, Bobbi Jo understands the task at hand from start to finish. She is especially adept at making patients feel comfortable during their procedures with her confidence and caring nature. Bobbi Jo is married and became a proud new mother with the birth of her daughter on Valentine’s Day 2009. She enjoys bowling, volleyball, and playing horseshoes.