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Simsbury/Granby Offices

Bridget, Patient Coordinator

Hello, I’m Bridget and I have been working at McKenna Orthodontics for two years. I love seeing the end result of a beautiful smile when our patient’s braces finally come off. I trusted Dr. McKenna with the smiles of my daughters, and you can trust them, too! The doctors truly care about their patients and I love working with the other staff members.

I have lived in Simsbury for 15 years with my husband and three daughters. I enjoy doing arts and crafts and cooking steak and noodles, an old family recipe.

Irene, Patient Coordinator

Hi, I’m Irene and I have worked at the practice for two years. The doctors are very professional and our staff works really well together as a team. I love when our patients smile and the look on their faces when their braces are removed.

I am a native of Cairo, Egypt and have lived in Winsor for the past 15 years. I am married with a son and a daughter and an awfully cute granddaughter. In my free time I enjoy needle point, traveling, and cooking.

Naomi, Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, I’m Naomi and I have worked at McKenna Orthodontics for six years. Our doctors and other team members try very hard to make our patients feel comfortable and at ease. I love my job because I get to help make patients happy with a great smile and meet new people.

I have lived in Granby since 1995 with my parents, brother, and sister. I also have two pets, a dog named Harley and a cat named Wyllis. I love Mexican food and participating in extreme sports.

Elaina, Orthodontic Assistant

Hello, I’m Elaina and I have worked with Dr. McKenna for seven years. I enjoy working with such a variety of people and doctors that go out of their way to make each patient feel important. It is very rewarding to see people happy and confident with their smiles.

I have lived in Connecticut all my life with my parents, brother, and sister. When I have free time I enjoy reading, watching movies, listening to music, and hiking. I love ice cream and have a terrible sweet tooth!

Jennifer, Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, my name is Jennifer and I’ve worked on this team for 10 years. The doctors have a great sense of humor and I really enjoy the great team of people I work with. They make going to work every day fun! Our patients are wonderful to get to know and I love working with all different age groups and watching their smiles transform.

I live with my husband, Eric, and our two cats, Tek and Jeter. I love hiking, spending time with family and friends, and going to our family cottage in Fairfield, CT. I love eating my mom’s calzones and when I was younger, I was a competitive figure skater.

Torrington/Winsted Offices

Laura, Patient Coordinator

Hello, I’m Laura and I’ve worked in the field of orthodontics for 18 years. Our doctors are very supportive to their staff and we have a wonderful team environment. We have developed some great friendships in and out of the office. My favorite thing about my job is meeting so many diverse personalities in our patients and seeing the reaction of patients when they notice a change in their smiles.

I am a native of Winsted and have been married to my husband, Bob, for 33 years. We have a son, Scott, and a daughter, Tiffany. I love spending time with my husband, knitting, crocheting, and reading. I like cooking and every year, I make over 2000 Christmas cookies!

Mary, Patient Coordinator

Hi, I’m Mary and I have been in the orthodontic field for 23 years. The staff here at McKenna Orthodontics works so well together and we have all become very good friends. Our doctors are professional and truly dedicated to their patients. I love watching our patients grow up in the practice and seeing generations of families choose us for their treatment.

I have been married to my husband, Bob, for 30 years and we have a son, David, daughter-in-law, Marci, daughter, Elise, and a grandson, Jackson. In my free time I enjoy biking, yoga, eating chocolate, and watching 1940’s era movies.

Diane, Orthodontic Assistant

Hello, my name is Diane and I have been an ortho assistant for 22 years. Our doctors have a great knowledge of orthodontics and are eager to share with their patients and staff. I am fortunate enough to be able to meet so many great people and be an active part in making their smiles better.

I am married for 25 years to my husband, Spike, and we have two daughters, three grandchildren, a dog, and two cats. I love spending time with my family and friends, anything to do with animals, horseback riding, and the beach.

Jenn, Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, I’m Jenn and I have been an orthodontic assistant for 19 years. Our doctors are dedicated to the transformation of our patients’ smiles. The kids that come here are a pleasure to get to know and they keep me &rdquohip&ldquo.

My husband, Walt, and I have a son, Trevor, and a daughter, Leah. In my spare time I enjoy BMX racing, going to concerts, and spending time with my family and friends. I also love muscle cars, motorcycles, and tattoos!

Dawn, Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, I’m Dawn and I’ve been with McKenna Orthodontics for nine years. We really get to know each patient and I love seeing how happy they are when they see their new smile for the first time. I love the people I work with; they make coming to work every day really fun.

I am a native of Torrington and have a very large, wonderful family. I love spending time with my family and friends, reading, and going to the beach. I am also addicted to working out!

West Hartford/Windsor Locks Offices

Shelly, Patient Coordinator

Hello, I’m Shelly and I’ve worked at McKenna Orthodontics for over three years. The doctors have a great sense of humor, making the office a fun place for both the staff and patients. I love interacting with all the patients and seeing their appearance and self-confidence change for the better.

I have been married to my husband, Greg, for 25 years and we have two wonderful sons, Zak and Maxx. I enjoy hiking and biking, am a huge Steelers football fan, and an animal lover.

Gale, Patient Coordinator and Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, my name is Gale and I’ve been in the orthodontic field for 21 years. Our doctors are friendly and always try to make each patient feel special. I love talking to and connecting with all of our patients and seeing their smiles change.

I am a native of Windsor Locks and am married to my husband, Joey. We have two beautiful daughters, Nikki and Katie. When I have free time I love boating and going to the beach. I am also a huge UCONN Girls Basketball fan!

Natalie, Orthodontic Assistant

Hi, I’m Natalie and I’ve been with McKenna Orthodontics for about two years. I really enjoy the fast pace of orthodontics and seeing what a difference a great smile can make in our patients’ lives. It is very rewarding to see someone’s self-esteem change and know that you helped make it happen. Our doctors truly care about their patients and take their time to get to know them.

My family consists of my parents, an older brother, and a puppy named Corduroy. I love spending time with my boyfriend, Jason, and my family and friends. I also love hiking, traveling, cooking, reading, and going to the beach and am a huge Yankees fan!

Nicole, Orthodontic Assistant

Hello, I’m Nicole and I’ve been in the orthodontic field for 19 years. Our doctors are great because they like having fun and interacting with their patients on a personal and professional level. Our patients are each very unique. I love establishing relationships with our patients, both young and old, and watching their self-confidence bloom as their smile changes.

I have lived in Winsor Locks my whole life and have a wonderful mother, my soul mate, Mark, my best friend and sister, Heather, and my niece and nephew, Skylar and Mason. I like to spend time with my family, cooking, gardening, and going on vacation to the beach.

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