Meet Our Team!
Doctors
Dr. Jose "Tata" Machado
Dr. Machado has been practicing dentistry in Omaha for 32 years. He earned his Bachelors of Science at the University of Omaha where he was also a key member of their football team. Tata then went on to graduate from dental school at Creighton University in 1987. Dr. Machado has earned respect from his peers for his quality dental work and his broad knowledge of orthodontic treatment. Tata is married with one son and enjoys watching him play baseball and basketball. Dr. Machado is also fluent in Spanish.
Dr. Terry Strawhecker
Dr. Strawhecker plays an integral part of the Apple Family Dental team. He was accepted into UNMC school of dentistry after his third year at UNL. He earned his doctorate of dental surgery (D.D.S.) in 1985 from UNMC. Terry and Tata have been working as a team since 1997. Dr.Strawhecker and his wife Judy have been married for more than 37 years with 2 children. In his free time, he enjoys staying physically fit by cycling, walking, and kayaking. He also enjoys following Husker volleyball. What he loves most about his job are the people he gets to work with everyday.
Dr. Mace Bogard
Dr. Bogard was born and raised in Omaha, NE. He is a recent graduate from Creighton University’s Dental College. Prior to Creighton, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Bogard is also a recent newlywed and lives at home with his wife Jessie, and two dogs Izzy and Dory. In his free time he loves spending time with family and friends, golfing, hunting, and attending Nebraska Football and Creighton games. Dentistry has always been Dr. Bogard’s desired career. Mace is very excited to begin working and meeting new patients.
Dr.Alec Redwine-Coming Soon!!
Dr. Redwine, is from Grand Island, Nebraska, graduated in Biological Systems Engineering from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2021 and earned his DDS from UNMC College of Dentistry in 2025. He focuses on quality dental care for all, especially underserved communities, and creates a welcoming atmosphere for patient comfort. Dr. Redwine enjoys spending time with his wife, Bailey, and their dog, Gus, as well as reading, sports, traveling, volunteering, and trying new foods. Family is important to him, and he looks forward to assisting with your dental needs.
Dental Assistants
Bethany-Dr. Strawhecker’s Assistant
Bethany graduated from Iowa Western in 2017 and has been assisting at our office since 2019. She has been married to her husband for 5 years, and they have 2 dogs Rosie, Maisie, and a cat named Ollie. In her free time, she loves to see her family, and be creative doing cakes or crafts. Bethany is native to Griswold, Iowa and loves her small-town roots. What she loves most about her job, is working in a relaxed environment, and getting to know patients while helping to improve their smiles.
Nathalia-Dr. Bogard’s Assistant
Nathalia has been assisting at our office since 2019. She has been a patient since 2004 and was interested in learning how to become a dental assistant. Nathalia loves to travel, read, shop, be outdoors, and spend time with her family, friends, and dog. What she loves best about her job is getting to be a part of transforming our patients smiles, and able to help them.
Hygienists
Amy- Hygienist
Amy graduated from UNMC College of Dentistry in 1993 and has been working at our office since 1995. She has been married to her husband for over 30 years and has 2 daughters. Amy loves to listen to music, travel, enjoy time with family, go out to a nice restaurant, and enjoy a good movie or book. What she loves most about her job is having the opportunity to take care of families and watch them grow into adults and have families of their own.
Jami-Hygienist
Jami graduated from dental assisting school in 1998, and dental hygiene school in 2007. She has been with our office since 2019. Jami describes herself and her 3 sons as being part of the cast of twilight, because they are tall and pale. Jami has a unique personality; you will not forget! Her hobbies include watching dateline and listening to podcasts. Jami’s favorite part of her job is getting to floss patient’s teeth at their 6month visits.
Michelle- Hygienist
Michelle graduated from Lake Superior College of MN in 2004 and has been with our office since 2019. Michelle’s hobbies include golfing, fishing, and spending time with her husband, daughter, 3 grandchildren, and friends. She also lived in Minnesota for 19 years prior to coming to our office. Michelle’s favorite part of her job is helping people become healthier versions of themselves and working in a relaxed fun environment with doctors and staff.
Front Desk
Cassie-Office Administrator
Cassie is originally from Oakland, California and has lived in Omaha since 2017. She is our first bilingual receptionist/assistant and loves that she can communicate and translate for Spanish speaking patients. Her hobbies include watching football, doing makeup, and hanging out with friends and family. Cassie graduated from Midwest Dental Assisting School in May 2021 and has been with our office since. What she loves most about her job is being able to help and build relationships with patients and bring new ideas to better our office.
