Davies Family Has Practiced Dentistry for Over 100 Years

For more than 100 years, the Davies family has practiced dentistry in and around the southeastern Wisconsin city of Waukesha.

They opened the doors to a in spring 2011 where today seven dentists and one hygienist operate pediatric, orthodontic and general dental offices under the same roof.

A unique “tree” outlining the dental heritage of this family graces the entrance of the building. Here, Dr. Robert Davies admires his family’s long-time commitment to helping people enjoy good oral health which includes his grandfather, mother, two aunts and two uncles who were all dentists.

Grandfather Dr. William McFarlane graduated from the Milwaukee Medical and Dental School (now Marquette University School of Dentistry) in 1902 and opened his practice in downtown Waukesha. His great enthusiasm and belief that dentistry is the “finest profession” encouraged four of his five children, including Dr. Margaret McFarlane Davies to become dentists.

“My mother graduated first in her class from Marquette University School of Dentistry in 1934 as the only female student,” Dr. Davies said. “She instilled in my brother and me the same passion for dentistry that she got from her dad.”

Dr. Davies has inspired his own children and showed them, first-hand, what a wonderful profession dentistry can be.

Today, the Davies dental clan includes Drs. Kirsten, Kent, Kristi and Kirk Davies. Daughter Karin Davies Wegner is a dental hygienist. Daughters-in-law Drs. Tracy and Lindsey Davies are also members of the team.

Visit WDA.org to view a short WDA-TV video clip featuring this four-generation dental family of Waukesha.