Meet Our Orthodontic Team
We welcome you with warm smiles to our practice!
At the orthodontic practice of Alkire Orthodontics, our friendly, dedicated, and energetic orthodontic team is committed to working with you and your family to create a positive orthodontic experience every time you visit our office.
Erin
Treatment Coordinator
Erin offers guidance to parents and families about what orthodontics and treatment will provide for them. During patients’ complimentary initial exam, Erin will take photos and X-rays, so Dr. Alkire can design the best treatment plan. Erin will also verify insurance plans and provide an insurance summary by the end of the exam.
When she’s not at work, Erin loves spending time with her husband and twins, Easton and Chesney, usually at the ball field or near any body of water in New Braunfels.
Stevi
Receptionist
As receptionist, Stevi will welcome you into the office, answer any questions you might have, and help you make an appointment. She loves working with Dr. Alkire, who is so patient, thoughtful, and positive, but her favorite part of the job is seeing before-and-after photos.
When she’s not at work, Stevi likes to spend time with her husband and three boys watching sports and trying out new restaurants.
Jennifer C.
Reception
Jennifer will have one of the first smiles to welcome you into the office. Seeing all the smiling faces come into the office is her favorite part of the job. At the reception desk, she also handles incoming phone calls and helps patients make appointments. She has always wanted to work in the dental field, and was excited to join Dr. Alkire’s team after five years in education.
She and her husband were born and raised in New Braunfels, and have two kids, Victoria and Nathan. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family with BBQs and swimming. She also enjoys baking custom cakes.
Kimberly
Lead Dental Assistant
Kimberly has been working in the dental field since 1997. With her expertise, she provides oversight, leadership, and mentorship to the rest of the team, and helps the office run smoothly. She loves creating beautiful smiles, and is happy to do it with such a great team and such a wonderful orthodontist like Dr. Alkire.
Her other favorite job is being a mom. She is married with two kids and a dog named Monty. She likes to spend her free time going to the beach, camping in a camper, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family.
Pricilla
Dental Assistant
Pricilla is a dental assistant and helps Dr. Alkire with patient care. She loves seeing patients’ new smiles after braces, and the confidence that comes with them. Her favorite part of the job is knowing that she is contributing to giving patients top-tier results.
In her free time, she likes to play disc golf with her husband and three dogs. Together, they travel to find new disc golf courses.
Kayla
Dental Assistant
Kayla is a graduate of the dental program at Texas State, and assists Dr. Alkire with procedures. Her favorite part of the job is getting to meet new patients, and watch their smile transformation. She loves working with Dr. Alkire, because he makes the job fun and always finds a way to make you smile.
When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, fiancé, and pets, and watching Disney movies. She also loves photography and shopping.
Selina
Orthodontic Assistant
Selina is a graduate of the Texas State dental program, and is an orthodontic assistant. Teamwork is what makes her job so special, and her favorite part of the job is seeing a patient’s new smile after treatment.
In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her two boys, Jameson and Kamrin. She also likes to go to the gym and spend time with her friends.
Chelsea
Orthodontic Assistant
Chelsea is an orthodontic assistant. She helps Dr. Alkire with patient care. Her favorite part about her job is having the opportunity to challenge herself each and every day. She feels fortunate to work alongside such a knowledgeable, experienced orthodontist who encourages continual learning.
When Chelsea is not working, she can be found spending time with friends and family outdoors, as well as fishing, hiking, and painting.
Maria
Lab Technician
Maria makes retainers and other dental appliances as the lab technician. Like Kimberly, she has been with Dr. Alkire since he started his practice in New Braunfels. Her favorite part of the job is seeing the confidence patients’ get with their new smiles. She also feels lucky to be part of such a tight-knit team.
She is married to her high-school sweetheart and has three boys. When she’s not at work, she loves to stay active by playing sports and completing home projects.
Kiley
Sterilization Technician
Kiley helps create a safe and sterile space before any exams and treatments. She loves helping make beautiful smiles and knows that Dr. Alkire’s passion and willingness to go the extra mile are what make her job so special.
She loves to hike and be outdoors and will bring her Long-Haired Dachshund Georgie on adventures. She also likes to stay active and is involved in many sports, like track, soccer, and basketball.
Jennifer A.
Business Manager
Jennifer studied physiology at University of California at Davis and dental hygiene at University of California at San Francisco. She handles the business side of Dr. Alkire’s practice, including bookkeeping and handling issues with patients’ insurance. She loves working with the Alkire team to create beautiful smiles for their patients.
Jennifer is Dr. Alkire’s high-school sweetheart. They have been married for two dozen years and have three children: Jeremy, Matthew, and Katie. In her free time, Jennifer likes to spend time with her family, engage in outdoor activities, and visit her sons in the Northeast.
