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Meet Our Team
We would like to take a moment to introduce ourselves to you. At our office, we take pride in having a pleasant, professional, and highly trained staff. From the moment you enter, you will notice that our team and Dr. Walton do everything possible to make your visit comfortable. Our front office staff will welcome you and will do their best to schedule appointments that suit your needs. Our orthodontic assistants are trained in state-of-the art technology, including Invisalign.
 Dr. Mary Walton
Dr. Walton was born in Raleigh, North Carolina. She is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She received her BS in pre-dental studies in 1984 and her DDS in 1987. After a 2 year hospital dentistry residency at the University of Virginia, she attended the University of Michigan for her Master of Sciences in Orthodontics.
She served for 12 years as a clinical instructor at the University of Michigan Department of Orthodontics while maintaining a large private practice in orthodontics in Ann Arbor, Michigan. During that time, she also served 6 years on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Association of Orthodontists and was actively involved with the Michigan Orthodontic Alumni Association.
In 2003, Dr. Walton sold her private practice and relocated to Cary, North Carolina in order to be closer to family and to enjoy the milder winters. She enjoys running, bicycling, yoga, adventure travel and her two Jack Russell Terriers, Rudy and Lucy. Dr. Walton is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (see www.americanboardortho.com for more information) and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists.
Dr. Walton is a proud sponsor of the annual Friesen 5K Run With The Canes. The fun run benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Eastern North Carolina. For more information or to register click on the following links: www.ncraces.com and www.friesenphysiofitness.com.
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 Michelle Richardson
Practice Manager
Michelle was born in Fairmont, NC and moved to the RTP area in 1994. Michelle has over a decade of administrative experience in the orthodontic field and is certified in dental radiology. She has been with Dr. Walton since 2003. Michelle has been married since 2008. She likes to shop, travel, and spend quality time with her family and her chihuahua, Peanut.
 Nancy Keim
Appointment Coordinator
Nancy was born and raised on Long Island, New York. She is married and has three children. Nancy first met Dr. Walton in 2003 when her daughter became a patient. Since then her older son has been a patient and her younger son will soon follow. She joined Dr. Walton's staff in January 2005. She loves the friendly office atmosphere and talking with patients. In her free time she enjoys baking (especially anything containing chocolate), sewing, and reading. She also has been known to solve a crossword or cryptoquote when relaxing.
 Niki Atkins
Clinical Assistant
Niki lives in Raleigh and trained to become an orthodontic assistant in the office where she had orthodontic treatment. She has over 6 years of experience as an orthodontic assistant and is certified in dental radiology. Niki has a pug named Puglsy and a miniature English bulldog named Addy and often comes to the office with hilarious stories about their shenanigans. Niki loves to shop and be around her family and friends.
 Jennifer Baker
Clinical Assistant
Jennifer Baker is a native North Carolinian who grew up in the Raleigh area. After 15 years in oral surgery she decided to switch gears and move into orthodontics. Jennifer enjoys traveling, cooking, and relaxing with her friends and family.
 Amy Trice
Clinical Assistant
Amy Trice is originally from Durham, NC. Amy has one daughter, Shaughnessey, who is a rising high school freshman. Amy has been working for Dr. Walton since 2007, but has been in Orthodontics for eight years. She is a current student at Strayer University and is looking to pursue a career in Dental Management. Amy likes to read, roller skate, bake, and spend time with family and friends during her spare time.
 Theresa Nursey
Clinical Assistant
Theresa relocated from Orlando, Florida. She has one daughter, Katie, who is studying Journalism at the University of Florida. She has been an Orthodontic Assistant for 18 years and looks forward to meeting and working with all of Dr. Walton’s patients. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, long walks and exploring the North Carolina area.
 Laura Andrews
Clinical Assistant
Laura Andrews is originally from Chapel Hill, NC and is currently attending NC State University. She is a pre-dental student, majoring in German with a concentration in science and technology and minoring in Spanish and Biology. She is Vice-President of NC State's pre-dental club and enjoys traveling, babysitting, and walking her beagle Bruce in her spare time.
 Kelly Higgins
Clinical Assistant
Kelly, originally from San Jose, CA, graduated from NCSU in 2008 and is now at UNC Dental School in pursuit of her DDS degree. She aspires to attend orthodontic school upon graduation and be like her idol, Dr. Walton. She is actively involved in dental research, student organizations, and many intramural sports. You can often hear her singing throughout the office or just chatting about her other hobbies--food and travel.
 Dana Summers
Clinical Assistant
Dana was born in La Jolla, California, but moved to Cary, North Carolina, 13 years ago. She is attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hilll and is majoring in Chemistry. Dana has learned a number of tasks essential to the orthodontic environment including sterilization, chair side assisting, lab techniques, and administration. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
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