New Hope, Excelsior MN (Minnesota) Orthodontists Karen Reese, DDS, MS

Jodi, Treatment Coordinator

Job duties: Working with all new patients
Worked in orthodontics since: 1996
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2009
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Getting to know patients because of the often office visits, and being a part of the patients changing smiles.
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She creates a great environment to work in and truly cares about each patient.
Favorite thing about my job: Getting to know each and every patient and watching them change and grow throughout their treatment.
Native of: Maple Grove
Family: Wayne, my husband and our two children Allyson and Hunter
Hobbies: Traveling, shopping, and being pool side with my kids in the summer.

Lynne, Licensed Dental Assistant

Duties: Clinical patient care, making appliances in lab
Worked in orthodontics since: 1981
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2001
Favorite thing about orthodontics: A fun atmosphere with a variety of duties; hands on dentistry
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: Seeing the care she gives her patients, and also to our families and community.
Favorite thing about my job: Working with patients to enhance their smiles. Being a part of a good team; enjoying what I do.
Native of: Stillwater, MN and have lived in Plymouth, MN since 1991
Family: Lauren (daughter), and Hunter (son)
Hobbies: Actively involved in school and church activities, reading, jewelry making, golfing, socializing with friends and family
More: Previously worked with/for Dr. Carter Reese before having my children and being an at home mom for eight years. I love being a part of our community and helping others to invest in their smiles.

Judy, RDA Orthodontic Assistant

Duties: Clinical patient care and assisting the orthodontist.
Worked in orthodontics since: 1973
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2002
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Working with people, detailed work, seeing the end result
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: The gentleness of her working with patients and excellent orthodontic results
Favorite thing about my job: Seeing the changes in patients’ teeth and singing the “deband song” to happy and satisfied patients
Native of: Moundsview, MN and have lived in Andover since 2002
Family: Larry (husband), Andrea (daughter), Brent (son), and Faith (granddaughter)
Hobbies: Watercolors, drawing, church activities, art tours

Markesha, Licensed Dental Assistant

Duties: Clinical patient care
Worked in orthodontics since: 2006
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2006
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Working one on one with the patient.
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She is very informational and a really great dentist to work with! I am glad she is the first dentist that I've worked with; the experience has been great!
Favorite thing about my job: The patients, employees, and employers. Everyone is great.
Native of: Springfield, IL and has lived in Minnesota since 1996
Family: Son Jerome
Hobbies: Shopping, dancing, basketball, football, spending time with my family.

Ali, Licensed Dental Assistant

Duties: Patient care
Worked in orthodontics since: 2006
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2007
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Contributing to new smiles and the interaction with patients.
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: Her attention to detail and gentle approach to patient treatment.
Favorite thing about my job: Fun atmosphere with staff and patients.
Native of: Andover, MN
Family: Husband Nick and Dog Buddy
Hobbies: Outdoor activities, going to the cabin and cooking

Andrea, Licensed Dental Assistant

Job duties: Clinical patient care
Worked in orthodontics since: 2008
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2008
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Giving the patients a confident smile
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She uses advanced technology and gives quality care to every patient.
Favorite thing about my job: Working with the kids
Native of: Hopkins but have lived in Minneapolis since 2007
Family: Mom, Dad, two Brothers and 3 cats
Hobbies: Listening to an playing music, hiking, camping, fishing or any outdoor activity

Holly, Licensed Dental Assistant

Keira, Scheduling Coordinator

Duties: Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and welcoming all patients.
Worked in orthodontics since: 2007
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2007
Favorite thing about orthodontics: The variety of appliances, duties and patients.
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She always learns the most up to date procedures and she gives quality care and treatment.
Favorite thing about my job: The staff and seeing the end result of the patients and the confidence they have gained.
Native of: Robbinsdale, MN
Family: Parents Bill and Dorothy, brother Kyle and dog Luna
Hobbies: Taking walks, reading, watching movies, tennis and hanging out with friends.

Heidi, Treatment Coordinator

Job duties: Answer phones, Schedule appointments, and help with finances.
Worked in orthodontics since: 2009
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2009
Favorite thing about orthodontics: We make beautiful smiles!
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She is kind, caring and loves her patients.
Favorite thing about my job: That I get to work with wonderful people, and we get to change lives.
Native of: Zimmerman
Family: Husband AJ, and our children Makaelyn, Somer and Sierra
Hobbies: Spending time with family, fishing, boating, working out, and watching movies

Tara, Financial Coordinator

Job duties: Financial arrangements with patients, insurance and billing.
Worked in orthodontics since: 2010
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2010
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Giving people beautiful smiles.
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: She is a great person all around. I have had the pleasure of knowing her for 15+ years.
Favorite thing about my job: Seeing the kids excited about getting their braces put on, and even more excited when they get them off!
Native of: Maple Grove but have lived in Plymouth since 1996
Family: Married to Husband Troy. We have two beautiful daughters, Kaitlyn and Ashlee
Hobbies: Hanging out at the cabin in the summer

Lea, Public Relations Coordinator/ LDA

Job duties: Marketing, and working closely with the public and patients
Worked in orthodontics since: 2008
Worked with Dr. Reese since: 2008
Favorite thing about orthodontics: Watching the patients come in the door with a shy smile and watching them leave with a beautiful and proud smile
Favorite thing about Dr. Reese: The way she interacts with patients of all ages, her knowledge of the latest technology and her caring personality.
Favorite thing about my job: I get to be creative everyday!
Native of: Mounds View
Family: My Husband John, our pets Ali (cat) Bonnie and Clyde (birds)
Hobbies: Traveling, photography, cooking and heading to Brainerd, MN every weekend for 4-wheeling, fishing and bonfires!