Dr. Brad Winn

Owner, Dentist

Dr. Brad grew up in McMinnville, Tennessee. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga. He graduated with his Doctorate in Dentistry in 2000 from the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Dr. Brad chose the field of dentistry because he has a passion to serve and he loves being able to devote time to his career and patients without sacrificing time spent with his family. Dr. Brad is married to Mindy, and together they have two daughters, one son, and a German Shepherd named Rosie. Dr. Brad and his family enjoy annual trips to the Dominican Republic where they provide free dental care to those in need. In his spare time, Dr. Brad enjoys exercising and outdoor recreation like boating and paddle boarding.

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Dr. Brad Winn

Owner, Dentist

Dr. Brad grew up in McMinnville, Tennessee. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga. He graduated with his Doctorate in Dentistry in 2000 from the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Dr. Brad chose the field of dentistry because he has a passion to serve and he loves being able to devote time to his career and patients without sacrificing time spent with his family. Dr. Brad is married to Mindy, and together they have two daughters, one son, and a German Shepherd named Rosie. Dr. Brad and his family enjoy annual trips to the Dominican Republic where they provide free dental care to those in need. In his spare time, Dr. Brad enjoys exercising and outdoor recreation like boating and paddle boarding.

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Dr. Lara M. Fretwell, DMD

Co-owner, Dentist

Dr. Fretwell is a very compassionate person with a heart to serve. She balances her love of dentistry with her love of family. Dr. Fretwell has three beautiful daughters and they spend time together enjoying the girls' passions for the swim team, gymnastics, and color guard.

She loves helping people achieve their dream smile. Dr. Fretwell feels it is very important that her patients are informed about their treatment and she is conscientious about performing the best treatment possible. With an outstanding sense of humor and calm chair-side manner,  she makes her patients feel very comfortable.

She attended Sylacauga High School in Alabama, and continued on to Auburn University, where she received a bachelors in Chemical Engineering. Dr. Fretwell completed her dental education at the University of Alabama at Birmingham – School of Dentistry. She graduated top of her class as an Academy of General Dentistry scholarship recipient.

As dentistry and technology advances, continuing education plays a significant role in being the best dentist possible. She restores teeth with same day crowns and also replaces missing teeth with dental implants and implant-supported dentures. She is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA, TN Dental Association (TDA), and Chattanooga Area Dental Society.

Fun Fact: Dr. Fretwell spent the summer working at Yellowstone National Park at the Old Faithful Gift Shop

Dr. Emily Gimness

AssociateDentist

Dr. Emily became a dentist because it combines many things she loves: artistry, science, and the ability to help other people. Each day is an exciting new opportunity to work with both new and returning patients, building relationships that Dr. Emily views as a second family. She enjoys creating treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs to help them achieve the best result possible and obtain their optimal smile and oral health.

Dr. Emily attended Whitworth University in Spokane, WA where she received a bachelor's degree in Biology. She then completed her dental education at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle, WA. Moving from one corner of the country to another, she attended the University of Florida St. Petersburg Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. This program gave Dr. Emily advanced training in procedures such as surgical extractions, molar root canals, and guided implant placement. Deciding to settle somewhere in the middle, she moved to Tennessee to be closer to her nieces and nephew. She loves the beautiful scenery that Tennessee has to offer. She is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), TN Dental Association (TDA), and Chattanooga Area Dental Society.

In her spare time, Dr. Emily enjoys reading (Fun Fact: She once read 4 books/month as a new year resolution), baking and spending time outdoors. She hopes to adopt a furry companion this year.

She looks forward to providing you with the highest standard of dental care and getting to welcome you into our dental family!

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Dr. Emily Gimness

Associate Dentist

Dr. Emily became a dentist because it combines many things she loves: artistry, science, and the ability to help other people. Each day is an exciting new opportunity to work with both new and returning patients, building relationships that Dr. Emily views as a second family. She enjoys creating treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs to help them achieve the best result possible and obtain their optimal smile and oral health.

Dr. Emily attended Whitworth University in Spokane, WA where she received a bachelor's degree in Biology. She then completed her dental education at the University of Washington School of Dentistry in Seattle, WA. Moving from one corner of the country to another, she attended the University of Florida St. Petersburg Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency. This program gave Dr. Emily advanced training in procedures such as surgical extractions, molar root canals, and guided implant placement. Deciding to settle somewhere in the middle, she moved to Tennessee to be closer to her nieces and nephew. She loves the beautiful scenery that Tennessee has to offer. She is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), TN Dental Association (TDA), and Chattanooga Area Dental Society.

In her spare time, Dr. Emily enjoys reading (Fun Fact: She once read 4 books/month as a new year resolution), baking and spending time outdoors. She hopes to adopt a furry companion this year.

She looks forward to providing you with the highest standard of dental care and getting to welcome you into our dental family!

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Dr. Jordan Evans Associate Doctor_

Dr. Jordan Evans

Associate Dentist

Dr. Jordan grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee and attended University of Tennessee, Chattanooga for his undergraduate studies in Biology. He went on to attend Loma Linda School of Dentistry in Southern California, graduating in the spring of 2020.

In his spare time, Dr. Jordan enjoys exploring the mountains around Chattanooga on his mountain bike, listening to music and playing the drums. He enjoys cooking at home with his cat named Doug, who is the light of his life. Dr. Jordan has a natural, easy chairside manner with his patients and it is very easy to see how much he cares about each and every person he encounters. He genuinely strives to treat each patient as if they were a member of his own family, and patients feel the difference!

Dr. Kayla Khan

Associate Dentist

Dr. Kayla Khan grew up in Resaca, Georgia and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and an Associate of Foreign Language in Spanish from Dalton State College. She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University where she graduated in 2018.

Dr. Kayla has always had a passion for helping others, and this is what led her into the field of dentistry. She enjoys providing her patients with exceptional care in order to help them achieve their dream smile. In her free time she enjoys reading, hiking, traveling and spending time with her family and dog, Pablo.

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Dr. Kayla Khan

Associate Dentist

Dr. Kayla Khan grew up in Resaca, Georgia and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and an Associate of Foreign Language in Spanish from Dalton State College. She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University where she graduated in 2018.

Dr. Kayla has always had a passion for helping others, and this is what led her into the field of dentistry. She enjoys providing her patients with exceptional care in order to help them achieve their dream smile. In her free time she enjoys reading, hiking, traveling and spending time with her family and dog, Pablo.

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Hygienists

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Laura Dye Hygienist_

Laura Dye

Hygiene Leader

Laura’s goal as a dental hygienist is to give the best custom care and education to each of her patients while providing them with a comfortable and non-judgemental atmosphere. She has a passion for helping patients overcome their dental fears and anxiety so that they may focus on getting back to the best health possible.

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Caroline Dean Hygienist_

Caroline Dean

Dental Hygienist

Caroline has worked as a dental hygienist for 5 years and joined the Winn Smiles family in November of 2020. Caroline was incredibly excited to join the Winn Smiles team, mostly because of our patient support dog, Penny Jane, and because she really saw and believed in the level of care that is dedicated towards our patients. Getting to know each patient on a personal level and being a positive part of their day is Caroline’s goal, and it really shows! A dental appointment isn’t always something that people look forward to, but Caroline strives to create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort along with genuine care for every single patient in her chair so they can begin to be excited about their hygiene visits instead of dreading them!

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Jessica Allen Hygienist_

Jessica Allen

Dental Hygienist

Jessica’s goal as a dental hygienist is to provide the highest quality of care to each patient that sits in her chair. She is committed to making visits to the office a comfortable and positive experience based on individual needs. Jessica has a passion for dentistry and believes that everyone deserves a healthy, beautiful smile and wants to make sure that all of her patients see the path to the smile of their dreams, and help them attain the best oral health possible. Dentistry is more than just teeth--a smile that someone can feel confident about can be life changing, and Jessica loves being part of that process with her patients.

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Tammy Gambill Hygienist

Tammy Gambill

Dental Hygienist

Tammy is such a sweet and authentic soul, it is impossible not to fall completely in love with her from your first appointment! Tammy treats each and every patient in her chair like they are one of her own loved ones, and provides them with the absolute best care possible in the most comfortable way possible. Tammy loves getting to know her patients personally while providing them with the best dental care and education they need to continue that care at home. Tammy is passionate about helping patients that struggle with anxiety or fear about the dentist to become comfortable and pain free while in her care. She believes that her ultimate purpose is to serve her patients by first listening to their needs and concerns, and to work together with the goal of lifelong, healthy teeth and gums.

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Brittany Scoggins Hygienist_

Brittany Scoggins

Dental Hygienist
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Dental Assistants

Assistants

Lindsay Fugate Dental Assistant_

Lindsay Fugate

Dental Assistant

Lindsay is the left hand of Dr. Lara’s assistant team, and definitely the “hart.” Lindsay believes that every patient that she comes in contact with shares part of their story with her and she feels honored to be part of their journey in receiving the smile of their dreams!

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Bekki Behnen Dental Assistant

Bekki Behnen

Dental Assistant

Bekki has vast and various amounts of experience in the world of dentistry. From dental assisting to coordinating treatment plans and scheduling, Bekki has an acute understanding of all aspects of the patient experience and is passionate about ensuring the best care for our patients.

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Katie Headrick- Dental Assistant_

Katie Headrick

Dental Assistant

Katie has worked in the dental industry for the past seven years, joining the Winn Smiles family in July of 2020. Katie has worked primarily in pediatric dentistry, which allows her to bring a wealth of patience and nurturing to her patients in the chair. When you are with Katie, you automatically feel like she understands exactly what you need and will go to any length to provide you with the care you need in the most comfortable and caring way possible. Katie lives in Cleveland with her precious son, Finn who is 4 and keeps Katie happily on her toes. We are so lucky to have Katie as part of our family, and you will feel the same when you meet her!

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Lauren Nunnery Dental Assistant_

Lauren Nunnery

Dental Assistant

As a dental assistant, Lauren enjoys witnessing the positive life changes a smile brings. She believes that going to work every day holds something new and is another opportunity to ensure patients feel comfortable and leave happy. Lauren is driven to find the patient’s needs and find the best way to serve it. She believes dental office should not be a place of fear and strives to give patients a new, positive experience.

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Whitney White Dental Assistant_

Whitney White

Dental Assistant

Whitney has been with Winn Smiles since October of 2020 and has seamlessly fit into both the culture and overall mission of the practice: taking care of people. Whitney works mostly with our wonderful Dr. Emily as her left hand, since Whitney is a lefty. Whitney is most passionate about creating a comfortable experience for her patients and really loves helping our most anxious patients have a great experience that allows them to leave with a smile on their face.

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Braylee Deal

Dental Assistant

Braylee is dental assistant at Winn Smiles and when you meet Braylee, you can immediately feel her genuine spirit and open heart. Braylee has a way of making you feel like you are a friend that she hasn’t seen for a little while. She has a natural and warm way of making her patients feel right at home and part of the family! She may even invite you along for a horse ride or a hunting or fishing trip, since that is where she can be found when she isn’t with her patients!

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Kaci Duggan - Operational Team Lead

Kaci Duggan

Clinical Team Lead

Kaci is our lucky seven, with seven years by Dr. Brad’s side! Kaci has several years of experience in oral and dental surgery, and complex treatment plans. This experience paired with Kaci’s passion and excitement for educating her patients on their best options for long term health and advocating for their perfect smiles makes patients confident that they are in the best hands possible!

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Ashlynn Wilson- Dental Assistant_

Ashlynn Wilson

Dental Assistant

Ashlynn Wilson has been part of the Winn Smiles team since September of 2020, originally coming on as a sterilization tech. Ashlynn’s first day at Winn Smiles was the day of the free community clinic, Dentistry From the Heart, and really felt right at home serving the community of Cleveland with the rest of the team. Ashlynn lives in Polk County with her husband, their three children and a cat and a dog.

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Jade Carr

Dental Assistant

Jade has been blessed with a doctor that she can proudly assure patients about by saying, "She's the best!”. Jade has been a dental assistant for over 10 years and has vast experience in several specialties, including orthodontics and endodontic treatment and care. She has an over abundance of compassion for her patients and has a calming way of making your experience the best! You leave Jade’s chair feeling like you have made a new friend! When she’s not at the office, she enjoys her time with her 3 beautiful boys and 2 dachshunds, especially when they make it to the beach.

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Administration

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Jodie Scoggins Hygiene Coordinator_

Jodie Scoggins

Hygiene Coordinator

As Hygiene Coordinator, Jodie has one of the most challenging jobs in the office in helping people find time in their busy schedules to prioritize their dental health--which these days is hard for everyone to find time for! But Jodie, always a hilarious gem of positivity, tackles this challenge head on and is passionate about taking the best care of our patients from the first phone call, to the time they get in their cars to leave.

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Julia Smith

Administrative Associate

Julia brings with her 7 years in the dental industry, and holds comprehensive knowledge that helps provide patients with the information and tools they need in order to make the best decisions to achieve optimum oral health. With her experience working hand in hand with clinicians, Julia is able to make every step of our patient experience as enjoyable and easy as possible. Julia has a way of easily connecting with patients and helping them understand where their needs lie clinically and setting them up with a plan to attain the smile of their dreams. Julia lives in Cleveland with her husband Taylor and their beautiful, blue eyed boy, Olson.

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Erin Cansler Administrative Associate

Erin Cansler

Administrative Associate

Erin is one of the first points of contact that patients have with Winn Smiles, and she is extremely hardworking and passionate about ensuring that patients receive the best care possible. From the moment that a patient calls our office, and until they walk back out of the door fully satisfied with their new smile, Erin effortlessly and happily helps our patients get their appointment time secured and assists them with getting all necessary documents to the right person.

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Kaci Ownbey Administration Associate_

Kaci Ownbey

Administrative Associate

Kaci’s years of experience in medical customer service and insurance gives her unique insight into how she can best help our patients understand the financial side of their journey to the smile of their dreams! She is most passionate about making sure our patients are confident about their decision to trust us with their oral health and makes sure that patients know they can count on her each step of the way! Kaci lives in Cleveland with her wonderful husband, Matt and their pups and loves a great documentary or good podcast!

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Jennifer Peterson Administration Team Lead

Jennifer Peterson

Administrative Team Lead

Jen is our Administrative Team Lead, and if you’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting her, you know that she has a way of making the tedious tasks of check out, insurance claims, and scheduling a breeze! Jen always cares most about making our patients feel like they are leaving our home well taken care of and proud of their smile.

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Kenisha Smith Administrative Associate_

Kenisha Smith

Administrative Associate

Kenisha feels very fortunate to work in such a fun and caring environment where core values drive the team to ensure patients are being treated like family members when they enter our front door. To see patients leave with their winning smile is always rewarding and Kenisha is honored to be part of their journey in finding their confidence.

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CJ Henson

Insurance Coordinator

CJ feels honored to be part of a team that gives their heart and soul to make sure our patients are treated with the highest level of care. As the Benefit Specialist, CJ takes provides a courtesy check of benefits available for treatment, and breaks this information down for patients so that they understand what coverage they have. Our staff works hard to make sure every single person who walks through our door feels loved and appreciated, and CJ takes pride in doing her part to provide excellent customer service.

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Management

Erica Stewart - Integrator_

Erica Stewart

Integrator

For Erica, one of the most rewarding aspects about being a dental assistant is getting to know patients on a more personal level and helping those who have real fears of the dentist be able to improve their oral health and get the smile they deserve. The patient experience we have created at Winn Smiles is unlike any other and Erica considers it to be a blessing to be part of it. 

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Hannah Smith

Marketing Director

As the Marketing Director, Hannah believes in using social media, communications, and other marketing outlets to build relationships within the community of Cleveland and educate people on what the best care possible looks like. She firmly believes in fostering authentic connections between Winn Smiles and our patients and hopes to continue to establish our practice as a community and patient first practice.

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Ann Muller Administrative Manager_

Ann Muller

Operational Director

Ann has been part of the Winn Smiles family for 13 years, and has helped and watched it grow from a one doctor, two hygienist operation into what we all know and love today! Ann has always understood the vision behind the growth and desire of wanting to reach more in our community and help them achieve optimal oral health and get the smile they deserve. Ann has worked in our admin department as a team leader, an insurance coordinator and even Dr. Brad’s personal barber! Ann has done it all! She is dedicated to providing exemplary patient experiences and service, and is well known for going above and beyond daily for her fellow Winn Smiles family members, and our patients. Ann lives in Cleveland with her husband, Dan and has two adult children, Brad and Brooke and they welcomed their first grandson, Watson, in 2020.

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Penny Jane

Patient Support Dog