Brooks Dental got its start all the way back in 1959 with Dr. Barry Brooks proudly at the helm. Upon graduating from the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, his son Dr. Howard (whom Dr. Barry had always noticed was good with his hands) joined the practice as well in 1987, providing a newly modern approach with the latest advancements in dental care. Fast-forward to 2018, and Dr. Howard’s daughter, Dr. Stephanie, joined the team as well! Our long legacy of exceptional dental care has truly gone the distance, and we can’t wait to continue for many more years to come.
Dr. Barry Brooks was born and raised in Winthrop. In fact, he graduated from Winthrop High School at the ripe old age of 16 in 1947, and he attended Harvard University in Cambridge and later Loyola Dental School. Following graduation, he enlisted in the Army Dental Corps and served for two years in Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri, treating soldiers and their families. He and his wife, Eleanor, returned to Winthrop to raise their family in 1959, where Dr. Barry opened Brooks Dental.
In 1987, Dr. Barry’s son, Dr. Howard, joined the practice and continued learning from the best possible mentor—his dad. More recently, Dr. Barry’s granddaughter, Dr. Stephanie, also joined the practice and has been able to witness the everlasting impact of both her father and grandfather on the Winthrop community.
Dr. Barry Brooks
After more than 60 years of serving individuals and families in his hometown community, Dr. Barry retired in 2020 and passed away in 2022. We will miss the passion he had for his craft as well as his caring demeanor. Fortunately, his legacy of outstanding service and helping others is being carried on through Dr. Howard and Dr. Stephanie.
