Being an orthodontist is what I have wanted to do since I was 12 years old. I enjoy making very positive changes in my patients lives by improving their smiles, and helping them to face the world with more confidence and happiness.

It is challenging, both technically and creatively, to design a new smile and then work together with patients to build it and achieve the result they hoped for. Everyones needs are different, and it is particularly satisfying to listen to their concerns, and try to provide exactly the kind of orthodontic treatment, experience, and smile they are seeking.

I attended the University of Pittsburgh on a full academic scholarship and obtained a Bachelor of Science in chemistry. Then I attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and earned my Doctorate of Dental Medicine. After practicing for a year, I returned to Pitt Dental School for a two-year, full-time specialist certificate degree in orthodontics.

I feel very strongly about maintaining the highest standards of care for my patients. I average between 20 and 25 credits of continuing education courses a year, which is twice as much as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry. These courses enable me to offer the newest techniques for achieving great results with the newest, most aesthetic, and most efficient appliances, so patients can look forward to a more comfortable and swift treatment than ever before.

Some members have additional training and experience in restorative dentistry assisting, oral surgery assisting, the dental insurance industry, computer science, and nutrition, which often proves useful to our patients.

We regularly attend continuing education seminars together and frequently enjoy socializing outside the office. The staff always enjoys interacting with patients, and views them and the other office members as an extended family.

I am a member of many local business and community service organizations, including the Penn Township Business Association, the Norwin Chamber of Commerce, and the Womens Business Network. Some of my sponsorship projects through these organizations include the PTBA Community Service Scholarship, the Norwin Chamber Scholarship Fund Lottery Calendar, the Excellence in Education Luncheon, and the PTBA Costume Parade.

We recognize that 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.

She will coordinate with other specialists soour patients can secure the best orthodontic result. Renee is also a certified AAO orthodontic assistant who can aid in emergencies if necessary. She handles our increasingly complex office computer issues, as well: Reneehas a degree in computer science and maintains our IT systems, which are critical to our patient services.

Renee and her husband Bob have been married for 35 years and enjoy spending time with their adult sons, and going flea marketing and antiquing. She is also very talented with a camera and enjoys trying different vegetarian recipes. Mittens the cat is also a valued member of the family.

Tina is our specialized office administrator. She has been with us as an employee since 2015. She is also the mother of two daughters, Gianna and Bella, who are both patients in our office. Her familiarity with orthodontic procedures is helpful in answering questions at the front desk. Tinas talents and skills are well expressed in organization, follow-up, and everyday front desk tasks. In addition, she is skilled in the financial areas of the practice and prepping our new patients for treatment.

Cathy is a highly talented AAO-certified orthodontic assistant. She has been with Dr. Capozzi since 2001, but in the orthodontic field since 1996. Along with chairside assisting, Cathy is involved in appliance manufacturing in our lab to a high standard. She is in charge of inventory for all our brackets, wires, and bands, and any other specific items related to our patient care.

She is well trained in prepping a patient for a clear aligner treatment in both scanning the teeth and submitting the case to the aligner company in a timely fashion. Cathy has a radiology certification and technical school diploma. She gets very excited to see a beautiful smile as a result of the work done by Dr. Capozzi and her coworkers.

Teamwork is very important to her. Cathy lives in the community with her husband Darryl and their two daughters.She keeps busy not only with her job but also by running around forthe girls horseback riding, piano, sports, and dance. Cathy enjoys reading, movies, and playing with her Lab, Ronan.

Laura is a proficient AAO-certified orthodontic assistant.She began her employment with Dr. Capozzi in 2006 but has been active in dentistry since 1981. She was educated in dental assisting technical school and has a radiology certification. Laura is a talent in the lab: monitoring and manufacturing appliances as well as maintaining our photos and scrapbooks for our patients to view. She likes to be challenged chairside with new procedures, especially aesthetic bondings.

She is also proficient in scanning for clear aligner treatments. Laura interacts with patients and co-workers on a friendly basis and is happy working with an exceptional orthodontist. She resides in North Huntingdon with her dog and enjoys the company of her adult daughter Jenna when she is in town.

Darlene is a very competent AAO-certified orthodontic assistant. She was hired by Dr. Capozzi in 2007, when she brought orthodontic experience since 1985 with her. She works independently with our patients in all aspects of orthodontics and carries a radiology certification. Darlene is involved with patients insurance to help them receive all their allowable benefit. She enjoys and is very thorough with patient education on all procedures and home care. In addition, she never backs down from volunteering to help out a co-worker or maintain the physical office. Darlene feels lucky to be working with a skillful orthodontist.

Leah has been with our office since 2015. She is a certified orthodontic assistant whose duties consist of chairside assisting and lab technology. She is familiar with all aspects and treatments of orthodontics, including radiology and patient scanning. Before her employment, Leah was also a patient in our office. Leah graduated from Yough School District and went on to receive a degree in dental assisting from Westmoreland County Community College. She worked in general dentistry for two years before coming to our office as an orthodontic assistant. Because of her education, previous employment, and having been an orthodontic patient herself, Leah has become very knowledgeable and talented as an orthodontic assistant. She likes the comradery between herself and coworkers, and loves seeing the patients smile after treatment.

Currently, Leah is enrolled in the dental hygiene program at WCCC continuing her education in the field. Outside the office, Leah is involved with animal rescue and enjoys her time with Sampson and Remington, her two beloved dogs, and floating on the river.

Rachelle is a certified orthodontic assistant who joined our team in 2017. After graduation from Norwin High School, Rachelle furthered her education in Sanford Browns dental assisting program. She had eight years of experience in orthodontics and general assisting before coming to our office. She is well skilled and knowledgeable in all aspects of chairside assisting, laboratory procedures, and office maintenance. Rachelle is also efficient in clear-aligner treatment and certified in radiology. She is responsible for helping our patients receive the maximum insurance benefits they are entitled to receive. She continues to be a wonderful asset to the practice and is very much excited to see the patients results.

Mary is a certified orthodontic assistant with various responsibilities and talents. She has been with Dr. Capozzi since 1997 but in the dental field since 1968. Besides hands-on attention to our patients, Mary also maintains employee schedules, heads our deband party days and any other special activities. She also assists in the lab with appliance fabrication and bookkeeping.

Mary has a degree in nutrition science and a radiology certification. She enjoys the variety in her position and getting to know our patients and their families. She is always impressed by the way the office functions and the many talents of Dr. Capozzi and her coworkers.

Mary has been married to Rick since 1974. They have two adult children and two grandsons. Mary is community minded and cherishes time with her large extended family and her Labrador Retriever, Millie.

At our orthodontic practice, we work hard to treat our patients the same way we would like to be treated: with respect, professionalism, and sensitivity toward our needs. We understand the expectations of the patients and families we serve, and we do everything we can to make sureeach patient has an exceptional experience at our practice.