Shirleen

After attending Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, NC, Shirleen got her start in the orthodontic field in 1980. She has been with Starr Orthodontics since 1997. As both our Front Office Administrator and Insurance Coordinator, Shirleen is responsible for making sure our front office runs seamlessly and that your insurance claims are filed smoothly and efficiently. Holidays are extra special in our office thanks to Shirleen, as she is also responsible for the creative decorations and fun festivities we often enjoy. Shirleen feels fortunate to be part of a practice that provides such excellent customer service on every level, always treating our patients and parents with the utmost care. She loves being part of a staff that truly becomes your family. 

Monty

Monty joined Starr  Orthodontics in the summer of 1999 when she moved to Charlotte. She earned her Medical Terminology Certificate from Spartanburg Tech and regularly attends continuing education courses to maintain her excellent skills  as a Treatment Coordinator. She enjoys working in the friendly and caring atmosphere of our office and loves watching our young patients grow into young adults with beautiful smiles. Very experienced and knowledgable, Monty will enthusiastically answer any questions you many have about treatment.

Rhonda

Rhonda is originally from Louisiana and attended Louisiana Tech University as well as Louisiana State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. After entrusting three children to our care, Rhonda "officially" joined our team in 2005 and enjoys assisting our families as a front office support team member and Treatment Coordinator. The professionalism and reputation of our doctors and the caring, friendly personalities of the staff are what made her want to be part of this extraordinary team. Next time you visit our office, she invites you to stop by and say hello. You can't miss her; she is the one at our front desk with all the monkeys!  

Julie

Julie graduated from the University of North Carolina - Charlotte, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2005 as one of our Treatment Coordinators and loves the fun and friendly atmosphere of our office. Julie is passionate about making sure that her patients have all the information they need and that they feel comfortable about their upcoming treatment. Her warm, caring personality and attention to detail always make meeting with Julie a positive and pleasant experience.

Curran

Curran graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. She has been with Starr Orthodontics since 2006 and having worked in a range of different fields, brings a wealth of knowledge to our practice. Curran is one of our front office support team members, as well as being our liaison to many community organizations and area schools. The outstanding customer service and warm, inviting atmosphere of our office are what drew Curran to our team.

Carol

Carol earned her Associates degree in Nursing from Quinsigamond Community College in Worcester, MA. She has been working in the orthodontic field since 2007 when she joined the Starr Orthodontics team, bringing with her many years of professional business experience. Carol thoroughly enjoys her position as a front office support team member and New Patient Coordinator, as it gives her the opportunity to extend the warm "Starr family welcome" to our patients and their families, both on the phone and in the office. Caring and kind-hearted, Carol has a special way of making everyone feel at home while in our office.

Anna

Anna is a graduate of Kent State University in Ohio where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. She joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2008 and brings many years of professional office experience to our practice. Anna truly enjoys assisting our families as a front office support team member and loves seeing our patients smile after they get their braces off. She shines in her additional roles as our Social Networking point person, where our practice connects with you online, and as the coordinator of our Smile for a Lifetime program. Anna considers it a privilege to be a part of the amazingly talented and exceptionally caring Starr Orthodontics team.

Amy

Amy joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2000 after completing an internship in our office for a Medical Science class at Butler High School. A patient here long before becoming an employee, Amy still maintains her beautiful smile. Working primarily in our lab, Amy takes the impressions and x-rays that are needed when our patients are ready to begin treatment. She also makes retainers and enjoys working chair side as an assistant when needed. Her favorite part about her job is seeing the end result; all the happy smiling faces and parents who are so pleased. Amy finds it is very gratifying to be part of the process, from the very beginning to the beautiful smile at the very end!

Jana knew from the time she was young girl that she wanted to work in the field of orthodontics. A graduate of Butler High School, she joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2006. Jana’s role in the new patient process is an important one. After your initial office tour, she will take the digital x-rays and pictures needed for your exam. Jana enjoys this contact with our new patients as she loves to meet people and is wonderful with kids. In addition, she assists in our lab, chair side, and in the front office. Jana's shining smile and patience make her a true compliment to our team.

Kendra graduated from Marshall University with an Associates Degree in Business and has a Massage Therapist certification from Mountain State School of Massage in West Virginia.  Before entering the field of orthodontics, she provided massage therapy for cancer patients, pregnant moms-to-be and patients with special needs.  In 1993 she made a career change and became an orthodontic assistant. She joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2001 and loves the enthusiastic, caring nature of our office.  With a passion for orthodontics and love of her patients, Kendra quickly becomes an important part of her patient’s families. Conscientious and caring, Kendra is a true asset to the team.

Sharon

Sharon earned her diploma in Dental Assisting from Central Piedmont Community College in 1986. She joined Starr Orthodontics in 2004 and loves being an assistant; getting to know her patients and developing an ongoing relationship with each one of them is very important to her. The fast pace here at Starr Orthodontics is one of the things Sharon enjoys the most about our office, and having been one of 11 kids growing up, she is used to moving at a swift pace. Sharon loves the people she works with and feels very fortunate to work for such talented and well respected doctors.   

Kim

Kim has been with Starr Orthodontics since 1998. Making sure each patient has a positive and fun experience at our office is always her goal. Getting to know each person individually is near and dear to Kim’s heart as she loves building relationships with her patients and their families during treatment. Friendly and outgoing, you will always find Kim with a smile on her face and a hug ready for her patients. With her enthusiastic spirit and caring heart, Kim is a joy to be around and a treasured member of our team.

Lynda has been a valued member of the Starr Orthodontics team since 1993. As our Clinical Coordinator, she spends the majority of her time in our lab making appliances, retainers and ordering all of our clinical supplies. Making sure our bay runs smoothly and efficiently is her top priority. Lynda feels she works for the "best doctors in the world” and loves the daily interaction with our Starr Orthodontics families. With a genuine desire to do what is best for others and years of experience on her side, Lynda is a true asset to our team.      

Lisa’s interest in orthodontics began when she was a patient in braces herself. She started working in the field in 1995 and joined Starr Orthodontics in 2002. The family-oriented feel of our office and exceptional reputation of our practice is what drew Lisa to our team. Seeing the positive change in her patients' self-esteem as they complete treatment is Lisa’s favorite thing about working in orthodontics. Her warm, caring personality and unpredictable, hilarious sense of humor are just a few of the reasons Lisa is adored by her patients and co-workers alike.  

Kim earned her Associates degree in Applied Science from Central Piedmont Community College in 1999. Originally certified in the state of Florida, Kim has been an orthodontic assistant since 2002. In 2007, she and her family moved back to her hometown of Matthews and Kim joined the Starr Orthodontics team.  Adored by her patients and their families, Kim loves the interaction with her patients that being an assistant provides.   

Angie

Angie graduated from Kings College in 1992 with a diploma in Medical Assisting. After working in a physician’s office for several years, she got her start in orthodontics in 1998 and joined the Starr Orthodontics team in 2009.  Angie is passionate about caring for her patients, always striving to make each orthodontic experience as comfortable and fun as possible. With her sweet, gentle nature and contagious laugh, she is loved by her patients and coworkers alike. Holidays are extra special in our office thanks to Angie, as she is responsible for the creative decorations and fun festivities that we often enjoy.