Dr. Joshua Papac

Dr. Joshua Papac is the co-owner and founding doctor of Great Northwest Dental in Auburn, Washington. A Washington native, Dr. Papac was born and raised in the small community of Montesano on the Olympic Peninsula. Growing up surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest shaped his love for the outdoors and his deep appreciation for the region he continues to call home.

Dr. Papac earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 2009. In 2013, he founded Great Northwest Dental as a single-doctor practice. Through a commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care, the practice has grown into a six-doctor, single-location office serving the Auburn community.

Dr. Papac is highly skilled in modern dental technology and advanced treatment techniques, including aesthetic dentistry, CAD/CAM dentistry, 3-D imaging, implant restoration, and full-mouth rehabilitation. His expertise in digital dentistry has led to invitations to mentor at multiple CEREC CAD/CAM events, where he has helped other dentists integrate advanced technology into their practices.

At this stage of his career, Dr. Papac has transitioned into a leadership and mentorship role that supports the clinical team and overall practice operations. This structure allows him to ensure every patient at Great Northwest Dental receives attentive, high-quality care from a cohesive and highly trained team, an evolution he finds both rewarding and fulfilling.

Dr. Josh and Dr. Lindsey, who joined the practice as a co-owner and lead clinical doctor in 2016, met in dental school and married shortly after graduation. They have two sons and enjoy skiing at Crystal Mountain, traveling to Montana, and cheering on the Huskies, Mariners and Seahawks.