Meet the Team
Your Sturbridge Smile Squad
Sturbridge Orthodontics is proud to employ some of the most passionate, skilled and tireless orthodontic professionals in the industry.
Meet the people behind your smiles right here. Each one plays a crucial role in helping to give you a smile that rocks!
Friendly & Knowledgeable Staff!
Thank you so much to everyone at Sturbridge Orthodontics! I love the fun, rockstar inspired theme and interactive trivia. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable making each visit a pleasure.
- Ann
Lori
Treatment Coordinator
Lori has worked in the dental field since 1991. She has been a part of this office for over 20 years as a licensed orthodontic assistant, Professional Relations Coordinator, and Treatment Coordinator. She earned her Dental Assisting Certification from Springfield Technical Community College.
Lori is the liaison between our practice, the patients, and the referring offices. She is responsible for the smooth transition of new patients into our practice by her commitment to clearly presenting the treatment plan options, providing cost estimates, arranging payment plans, and researching insurance coverage for the patients. Lori works closely with the doctor and she will establish a relationship with the patient/parents to ensure they are well informed and their treatment runs smoothly. Lori also executes the marketing activities of our practice for example contests, events and sponsorships.
Lori loves the upbeat atmosphere at this office that keeps treatment fun for our patients as we create their Rockin’ Smiles!
Lori lives in Ware with her husband, Jason. They have 3 grown daughters (Tasha, AlyssaBeth, & Amanda) and 3 grandchildren (Emylia, Grayson & Ava). When she is not working she is spending time with her family and 3 kitties! Lori loves decorating, antiquing, shopping and being by the water.
Favorite Type of Music
Rock, pop, and Bon Jovi
Spare Time Activities
Spending time with family, going to the beach
Hobbies
Walking, shopping, decorating, antiquing, game nights — cribbage, pitch and bowling
Erin
Scheduling Coordinator
You’ll see Erin’s smiling face almost any time you interact with our front office team. She schedules appointments, answers the phones, and makes sure appointments flow smoothly.
Erin loves watching our patients’ self-confidence increase as their smiles change. She joined our practice in January 2009.
This mom of a son and daughter loves Boston sports teams, especially the Bruins.
Favorite Type of Music
Top 40, classic rock, oldies
Spare Time Activities
Driving her children to their sports activities
Hobbies
Reading, cooking, gardening, and playing sports with her kids
Pets
One dog, an English mastiff named Hettielou
Kristen
Lead Dental Assistant
Kristen has been working in the dental field for seven years. Her favorite part of working in orthodontics is getting to know her patients and watching them grow while we give them a new, beautiful smile.
She has been married to her husband, Ryan, for six years, and they have two very spoiled doggies and a cat.
Spare Time Activities
Running, hiking, playing tennis, golfing, or taking their dogs for a walk
Hobbies
She loves to cook, entertain, go to local wineries, read, travel, shop, and kayak — and always spending time with family!
Amy
Dental Assistant
Amy graduated from Springfield Community College in 1996 and has been working as an assistant ever since.
Her favorite part of working in the orthodontic office is being part of an awesome team, where they work together to build beautiful smiles. To help improve self-esteem in so many young people really makes a difference.
Amy also loves keeping up with the latest technology in the field.
Amy is married with two sons and a step-daughter
Spare Time Activities
Enjoys vacations in New Hampshire with family, where she boats and hikes
Hobbies
Flea markets, craft shows, wineries, and live music
Pets
Two cute cats
Sherri
Office Manager/Financial Coordinator
Sherri has been working in the dental field for almost 12 years and has found her forever home at Sturbridge Orthodontics!
Sherri most enjoys helping people with their financial concerns, the fast paced environment and the fun, upbeat atmosphere! The best part is watching the kids grow and gain confidence with their beautiful smiles. When the Invisalign or braces are removed for the grand finale, their faces are priceless.
Sherri is married with 3 beautiful kids, her family travels to the beautiful beaches of Puerto Rico yearly and spends most summers swimming at the lake. Sherri has been a horseback rider her whole life and also enjoys hiking and skiing whenever she has the chance.
Favorite Type of Music
Country from the 90’s -2000’s.
Hobbies
Horseback riding, hiking, and skiing
Pets
Sherri has a Goldendoodle named Riley and chickens.