She was one of those young adolescents who actually knew she wanted to be an orthodontist when she grew up. Afterhaving experienced extensive orthodontic treatment as a young teenager, she came to appreciate the unique blend of art and science involved in creating a patients new smile and improving his or her overall facial aesthetics.

Shefeels very privileged to be part of a profession that is dedicated to serving and helping people of all ages. She understands every patient is very different, which is why the treatment she provides reflects each patients unique needs. Her experienced team works very hard to make sure each patient is comfortable and excited to be there. Dr. Carrie has become involved with a national organization, Smiles Change Lives, and donates her orthodontic services to deserving children and teens. There is nothing better than seeing the life of a child changed as a result of becoming confident in his appearance.

-Bachelor of Science with honors University of Notre Dame - Doctorate of Dental Surgery with honors University of Michigan - Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society for Academic Achievement and Leadership - Residency in Orthodontics and Master of Science in Oral Sciences University of Illinois

In order to provide the best possible care to her patients, Dr. Carrie regularly attends continuing education courses and is an active member of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Illinois Society of Orthodontists, and the Illinois State Dental Society. She believes it is important to be a student of the profession, and to continue to evaluate new treatment systems that can lead to even better and improved outcomes for her orthodontic patients.

Dr. Carrie is originally from the small town of Jamestown, in upstate New York. She now lives in Hinsdale and has embraced our community and its surrounding neighborhoods and towns. Dr. Carrie has become known for her willingness to give back to the community by sponsoring numerous local philanthropic organizations along with the community schools. Herhusband, Vijay, is an orthopedic surgeon with DuPage Medical Group. They have two young children, Caroline and Nathan, who keep them very busy outside the office.In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, fitness, and travel.

During dental school, she received several awards, including the American Institute of Orthodontic Research award and the University of Illinois Alumni Association Lina K. Tharp Award for compassion in providing oral healthcare to patients.

For her outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Ami was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society. Dr. Ami then completed her orthodontic residency at Marquette University in Milwaukee, earning her Master of Science degree and Certificate in Orthodontics.

Dr. Ami loves seeing the transformation in her patients and their smiles throughout treatment. She regularly attends continuing education courses to stay up-to-date and provide the best treatment options for her patients.

All our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.

Gracie, our new patient coordinator, will walk you through your first steps of joining the CHT family. Kayla is our marketing extraordinaire and loves sharing the CHT fun with you in the community and on social media! Jamie is our office manager and oversees both the Front Office and Clinical Team!

There is always something smile about with Missy, Paulina, Kristen, Maggie, Maira, Savy, Marissa, Margie and Savannah. Each is highly trained and skilled in delivering the highest quality of clinical care. They work closely with Dr. Carrie at each visit to ensure treatment is a great success and help our patients to achieve absolutely fantastic smiles!

At CHT Orthodontics, you can expect one focus: you! Dr. CarrieThangamani and her team members treat everyone as if they are family, and they go above and beyond to serve their patients. We have become known for our incredibly friendly, kind, and caring doctor and staff. Dr. Carrie and her team are committed to delivering professional care in a warm and friendly environment, and will go above and beyond to ensure that your treatment experience here is positive. You will not find another orthodontic office who cares more about you and your experience with us. Period. Let us prove it to you.

You can rest assured that when you visit CHT Orthodontics, your care is in the hands of a highly trained orthodontist who is supported by staff members with respect and experience in their field. From the very beginning, we will inform you every step of the way; we believe you should understand every aspect regarding your treatment at all times.

We will use only the highest quality orthodontic materials, including Invisalign clear aligners, as well as metal and clear braces. With better technology comes greater treatment efficiency, improved esthetics, comfort, and results.

A core value of the CHT Orthodontics philosophy is to do everything we can to make our local community a better place. The people who come to our office are more than just patients; they are our family, friends, and neighbors. As a resident of Hinsdale, Dr. Carrie feels it is extremely important to give back to local organizations through volunteer work along withvaried sponsorships and donations. She works often with local groups and also donates her orthodontic services to Chicago area teenagers in need, through a program called Smiles Change Lives.