Meet your Chapel Hill orthodontics team, led by Dr. Ashley Morgenstern. Our experienced and caring staff is committed to providing excellent, compassionate and personalized orthodontic treatment to you and your family.
Dr. Morgenstern was born in Kansas but grew up in several states including Oklahoma and New Mexico. After settling for most of her childhood in a small town in New Hampshire, she ran NCAA cross-country and graduated summa cum laude from Virginia Tech with degrees in both Biochemistry and Nutrition.
She then went on to the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree and graduated #1 in her class. After falling in love with the Triangle area, she decided to pursue an orthodontic residency at the University of North Carolina, where she earned her specialty certificate in Orthodontics and a Master's of Science in Oral Biology.
Dr. Morgenstern is excited to be staying in Chapel Hill and to be able to see patients in her new office! Aside from orthodontics, Dr. Morgenstern enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, swimming and running. In her free time, you can find her throwing pottery, learning to play the ukulele, traveling, or trying a new restaurant.
Dr. Morgenstern uses the latest technology in her office and continues to learn about emerging advances in orthodontics with continuing education courses so she can provide the very best care to her patients. She is a member of the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontics, North Carolina Dental Society, and North Carolina Association of Orthodontics.
Originally from the Midwest, Anne and her husband spend 7 years in Boston before settling in Chapel Hill with their 2 kids. When Anne isn't welcoming new patients into the Morgenstern Orthodontics family, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and being active.
Savannah grew up just down the road in Mebane, North Carolina. She completed her Dental Assisting program at Alamance Community College in 2019 and has worked in orthodontics ever since. She likes working with patients of all ages and helping them improve their smiles. When she isnt working, she enjoys traveling and one of her goals is to see and experience all parts of the world. She also loves swimming, shopping, concerts, and spending time with her bulldog, Chico!
Laura grew up in the charming town of Bailey, NC and just recently moved to the Chapel Hill area. She quickly fell in love with orthodontics after following in her mothers footsteps as a dental assistant in 2016. She is excited to join the Morgenstern Orthodontics team and get to know all of our wonderful patients. In her spare time, Laura loves to spend her days playing tennis, attempting to paint, and exploring all of the great parts of Chapel Hill.
Were conveniently located on 15/501 South between Southern Village and Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. We proudly serve Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Pittsboro, Durham, Hillsborough, Siler City, and surrounding areas.
We are proud that our mission and values are translating into a positive experience and excellent orthodontic treatment for our patients. Every smile is unique and requires a personalized approach and treatment plan. Every patient review we receive is a testimonial to our teams dedication and hard work. We invite you to read our patient reviews and testimonials, or leave a review if you are already a patient. The Before & After photos are another opportunity to see the results of our orthodontics teams work.
Dr. Morgenstern is a specialist in orthodontics. This means she has undergone 11 years of higher education (4 years of college, 4 years of dental school, and 3 years of orthodontic residency) and has extensive experience treating patients with all types of dental conditions. Only a few dentists go on to become orthodontists. Dr. Morgenstern is highly skilled, she graduated #1 in her dental school class, and completed her orthodontics training at one of the top programs in the country, right down the road at UNC Chapel Hill. She prides herself in using her keen eye for detail to provide patients with excellent results.
Besides Dr. Morgenstern, we continually invest in training for our team. Our team has extensive knowledge in clinical procedures, insurance, the orthodontic process, and customer service. We love to educate our patients too! You will feel confident that you and your family are in good hands.
At our office youll be treated like family. From the first time you walk through the door to the last retainer check, we will always treat you with kindness, compassion, and with your best interests in mind. We value the meaningful relationships were able to make with our patients and families. We enjoy meeting kids at 7-8 years old and watching them grow until theyre ready for treatment or treating a parent and then having the opportunity to also treat their kids. We want your experience at our office to be positive and leave you smiling.
Besides a positive, patient-centered atmosphere, Dr. Morgenstern will personalize your orthodontic treatment to meet your individual dental needs, your goals, and provide you with the best esthetic and functional outcome.
Clear aligners are now available from a variety of places, including the internet. When choosing a provider to care for your teeth and smile, you want someone who has undergone rigorous training in Invisalign, has the experience of treating many patients with the Invisalign system, and has a keen eye for perfection. Through her formal training in orthodontics, continuing education, and real world experience, Dr. Morgenstern is the authority you want behind the design of your new smile.
We use the latest technology and scientific advances to provide you with better, faster treatment results. We use an iTero 3D scanner to take digital impressions of your teeth, take low-dose digital x-rays, use modern appliances and Invisalign, and even use NiTi wires which are made of the same material that NASA uses! We offer clear braces and Invisalign for esthetic treatment options.
Our office is conveniently located and easily accessible on 15/501 between Chapel Hill and Pittsboro. This means your orthodontic care is only minutes away from your home, school, and work. Ample parking is always available.