Doctors
Dr. Tasha Strait DDS
Family Practice
Dr. Tasha Strait grew-up in Appleton, Wisconsin. She completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Chemistry at Valparaiso University in Indiana. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Strait and her husband currently reside in Shakopee with their two sons. Dr. Strait enjoys the outdoors and spending time with her family. She has a special interest in prosthodontics and pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Monique Baune DDS
Family Practice
Dr. Monique Baune completed her undergraduate degree at Valparaiso University, Indiana followed by a Doctorate of Dentistry from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. Dr. Baune graduated in 1996, and then completed a general practice residency at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH. Dr. Baune relocated to Minnesota in 1997 where she worked in a group practice for several years before joining Strait Smiles. Dr. Baune currently lives in Eden Prairie with her husband and three children. Dr. Baune enjoys traveling, biking and family activities.
Dr. Mora Cervenka DDS
Family Practice
Dr. Mora Cervenka grew up near New Prague, where she currently resides with her husband and two children. Dr. Cervenka attended the University of St. Thomas and received her doctorate from the University of MN School of Dentistry in 2002. Dr. Cervenka worked in a private practice before joining Strait Smiles. She enjoys working in the relaxed small town atmosphere of Belle Plaine! Dr. Cervenka likes many outdoor activities, gardening, and restoration of their 100 year old home and especially enjoys spending time with her children. Dr. Cervenka has a special interest in TMJ disorders, pediatrics and cosmetic dentistry.
Admin Staff
Dawn
Patient Care Coordinator
Dawn joined Strait Smiles Family Dentistry in 2001. She enjoys interacting with patients at the front desk while providing outstanding customer service. Dawn lives in rural Belle Plaine with her husband and enjoys spending time with her family and friends which include her two adult children and an adorable granddog. Her hobbies include puzzles and reading.
Kassie
Patient Care Coordinator
Kassie grew up in Belle Plaine and still resides there now with her husband and two kids. She was a hairstylist for 15 years before starting with Strait Smiles in November 2021. Kassie enjoys greeting the patients at the front desk and helping them schedule their next appointments with us.
Registered Dental Hygienists
Angela
Registered Dental Hygienist
Angela grew up in Belle Plaine and received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Angela joined Strait Smiles Family Dentistry in 2006. She hopes that each patient leaves their appointment feeling confident they are on the right track towards a lifelong health smile. She and her husband live in Belle Plaine with their children and their dog . In her spare time, Angela enjoys painting and Tae Kwon Do.
Renee
Registered Dental Hygienist
Renee grew up in Belle Plaine. She earned her Dental Hygiene degree at Mankato State University. Renee has been with Strait Smiles Family Dentistry since 1996. She truly enjoys helping patients achieve and maintain their dental health, along with building patient friendships. Renee currently lives on a hobby farm near Henderson with her husband. They have four daughters and three grandchildren. Her hobbies include reading and gardening.
Tracy
Registered Dental Hygienist
Tracy has been working as a hygienist for 18 years after graduating from Normandale College in 2008. Tracy and her husband have three kids and live in Shakopee. She enjoys getting to know the patients and making the feel comfortable during treatment. Tracy loves to garden, read, listen to podcasts, lake time, and spending time with their 2-year-old chocolate lab Duke and 9-year-old cat Auto.
Dental Assistants
Callie
Dental Assistant
Callie grew up in Cottage Grove and graduated from Herzing in 2009 with a degree as a Licensed Dental Assistant. She joined the Strait Smiles Family Dentistry team in April 2017. Callie’s favorite and most rewarding aspect of her job is seeing a patient leave with a smile on their face. She resides in rural Henderson with her husband and their two boys. Callie enjoys walking and going on road trips to new places.
