Meet Dr. Suzanne Bird
Meet Dr. Suzanne Bird
Practice Philosophy
As an Orthodontist and Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Suzanne Bird is one of just a few Orthodontists in the United States who is also a Pediatric Dentist. This dual specialty helps Dr. Bird create a pleasurable experience for all of her patients, young and not as young. For your children, Dr. Bird’s demeanor will comfort them as she guides their growth and development with orthodontics. If you’re unhappy with your own smile, Dr. Bird can help you make the right choice that supports your lifestyle and desire for a straight and healthy beautiful smile.
Home Life
When not helping her family of patients attain and maintain straight and healthy teeth, Dr. Bird appreciates traveling to tropical destinations and spending time with her husband Jake and their five children, Jacob, Emily, Marilyn, Rosemary and Renee; the youngest of whom is an aspiring dentist! The family also enjoys the antics of their furry family members, a Cockapoo named Otto and a Labradoodle named Henry.
Education & Professional Memberships
Dr. Bird earned her doctorate from UNC School of Dentistry, her Pediatric specialty from The Ohio State University and Columbus Children's Hospital, and her Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from The University of Missouri in Kansas City. She is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Charlotte Dental Society
Meet Dr. Suzanne Bird
Practice Philosophy
As an Orthodontist and Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Suzanne Bird is one of just a few Orthodontists in the United States who is also a Pediatric Dentist. This dual specialty helps Dr. Bird create a pleasurable experience for all of her patients, young and not as young. For your children, Dr. Bird’s demeanor will comfort them as she guides their growth and development with orthodontics. If you’re unhappy with your own smile, Dr. Bird can help you make the right choice that supports your lifestyle and desire for a straight and healthy beautiful smile.
Home Life
When not helping her family of patients attain and maintain straight and healthy teeth, Dr. Bird appreciates traveling to tropical destinations and spending time with her husband Jake and their five children, Jacob, Emily, Marilyn, Rosemary and Renee; the youngest of whom is an aspiring dentist! The family also enjoys the antics of their furry family members, a Cockapoo named Otto and a Labradoodle named Henry.
Education & Professional Memberships
Dr. Bird earned her doctorate from UNC School of Dentistry, her Pediatric specialty from The Ohio State University and Columbus Children's Hospital, and her Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from The University of Missouri in Kansas City. She is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Charlotte Dental Society
About Our Team
Along with Dr. Bird, our team of dental professionals is dedicated to helping your family achieve the beautiful and functional smiles that you all deserve.
Treatment Coordinator
Maria
Maria has lived in Charlotte all her life and can’t imagine living anywhere else – although traveling the world and attending a dental mission trip are high on her bucket list. With a background in dental assisting, Maria is perfectly suited to expand our patient base and spread the word about Braces by Bird. Away from the practice, she enjoys time with her teenaged son Austin and going to sporting events that he participates in as well as enjoying professional sporting events.
Financial Manager
Lyndsay
Lyndsay works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure we have a seamless financial process through treatment. She grew up in California and Florida and relocated to Charlotte in 2018. She believes prevention is the key to a wonderful smile. She considers herself fortunate to have a “work family” and be around people who are truly happy about what they do every day. Lyndsay is married to Richard and has two dogs, Tasha and Bucky, and two cats, Logan and Stark. Costa Rica is her favorite travel destination so far … but stay tuned to find out where she goes next!
Patient Coordinator
Megan
After working in a general dental practice for three years, Megan joined our team so she could place her focus on helping children and families have a pleasant time at the dental office. She loves children and making them happy whenever they visit.
Away from the practice, Megan’s daughter Emily is the love of her life and the person she wants to spend the most time with. Megan and Emily enjoy spending time at the park and caring for their Mini Dachshunds, Roxy and Derby.
Away from the practice, Megan’s daughter Emily is the love of her life and the person she wants to spend the most time with. Megan and Emily enjoy spending time at the park and caring for their Mini Dachshunds, Roxy and Derby.
Patient Coordinator
Olivia
Olivia is fully focused on helping our patients receive the very best care possible and getting to know what it is they want and need for their smiles. She has a marketing degree from the University of Florida. In her downtime, Olivia enjoys watching movies, eating popcorn, and going to Charlotte Checkers’ hockey games. She grew up in Clear Lake, IA and eventually moved to Ocala, FL. She relocated to Charlotte to pursue new opportunities. It’s her dream to one day backpack around Europe. Olivia can be a very adventurous person … just ask her about her first time skydiving!
Dental Assistant
Amanda
People person and lover of all things dental, Amanda’s kind and understanding nature is a pleasure for our family of patients. She takes great joy from helping to create beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.
Away from the practice, Amanda and her husband Nathan have a daughter Hadley, and enjoy rock climbing and spending time together as a family. Originally from the small rural community of Advance, Amanda came to Charlotte so she could enjoy all the wonderful things our city has to offer.
Away from the practice, Amanda and her husband Nathan have a daughter Hadley, and enjoy rock climbing and spending time together as a family. Originally from the small rural community of Advance, Amanda came to Charlotte so she could enjoy all the wonderful things our city has to offer.
Dental Assistant
Shyla
A true people person, Shyla is happiest at work when she helps people smile. Born and raised in Charlotte, Shyla is dedicated to our city and the people who live here – it’s her dream to start up a mentoring program for young girls and young women. Away from the practice Shyla enjoys reading, hiking, and relaxing with the family dog, an Australian Shepherd/Husky mix named Zoe.
Dental Assistant
Jennifer
Jennifer grew up in New York, earned her Assisting credentials at the Dental Studies Institute of New Jersey, and moved to Charlotte because she and her husband love the mountains, the beach, and the warm weather we enjoy. Putting your family as her first priority, Jennifer loves seeing the happy smiles on our patients when they have completed treatment and have beautiful and healthy smiles. Jennifer spends her free time teaching the Bible, cooking, hiking, listening to live music, and traveling.
Business Development Manager
Alexa
As the business development manager for both Braces by Bird and Bird Pediatric, Alexa is instrumental in promoting our services and practices. Spreading the word is her specialty! Alexa thoroughly enjoys engaging with the community and going to events. She grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota but has lived in Charlotte since 2017 (it’s nice to live where there isn’t snow!). She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her twin daughters, Ayla and Ella, and trying out new foods. She has a pet cockapoo named Oliver.
About Our Team
Along with Dr. Bird, our team of dental professionals is dedicated to helping your family achieve the beautiful and functional smiles that you all deserve.
Treatment Coordinator
Maria
Maria has lived in Charlotte all her life and can’t imagine living anywhere else – although traveling the world and attending a dental mission trip are high on her bucket list. With a background in dental assisting, Maria is perfectly suited to expand our patient base and spread the word about Braces by Bird. Away from the practice, she enjoys time with her teenaged son Austin and going to sporting events that he participates in as well as enjoying professional sporting events.
Financial Manager
Lyndsay
Lyndsay works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure we have a seamless financial process through treatment. She grew up in California and Florida and relocated to Charlotte in 2018. She believes prevention is the key to a wonderful smile. She considers herself fortunate to have a “work family” and be around people who are truly happy about what they do every day. Lyndsay is married to Richard and has two dogs, Tasha and Bucky, and two cats, Logan and Stark. Costa Rica is her favorite travel destination so far … but stay tuned to find out where she goes next!
Patient Coordinator
Megan
After working in a general dental practice for three years, Megan joined our team so she could place her focus on helping children and families have a pleasant time at the dental office. She loves children and making them happy whenever they visit.
Away from the practice, Megan’s daughter Emily is the love of her life and the person she wants to spend the most time with. Megan and Emily enjoy spending time at the park and caring for their Mini Dachshunds, Roxy and Derby.
Away from the practice, Megan’s daughter Emily is the love of her life and the person she wants to spend the most time with. Megan and Emily enjoy spending time at the park and caring for their Mini Dachshunds, Roxy and Derby.
Patient Coordinator
Olivia
Olivia is fully focused on helping our patients receive the very best care possible and getting to know what it is they want and need for their smiles. She has a marketing degree from the University of Florida. In her downtime, Olivia enjoys watching movies, eating popcorn, and going to Charlotte Checkers’ hockey games. She grew up in Clear Lake, IA and eventually moved to Ocala, FL. She relocated to Charlotte to pursue new opportunities. It’s her dream to one day backpack around Europe. Olivia can be a very adventurous person … just ask her about her first time skydiving!
Dental Assistant
Jennifer
Jennifer grew up in New York, earned her Assisting credentials at the Dental Studies Institute of New Jersey, and moved to Charlotte because she and her husband love the mountains, the beach, and the warm weather we enjoy. Putting your family as her first priority, Jennifer loves seeing the happy smiles on our patients when they have completed treatment and have beautiful and healthy smiles. Jennifer spends her free time teaching the Bible, cooking, hiking, listening to live music, and traveling.
Dental Assistant
Amanda
People person and lover of all things dental, Amanda’s kind and understanding nature is a pleasure for our family of patients. She takes great joy from helping to create beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.
Away from the practice, Amanda and her husband Nathan have a daughter Hadley, and enjoy rock climbing and spending time together as a family. Originally from the small rural community of Advance, Amanda came to Charlotte so she could enjoy all the wonderful things our city has to offer.
Away from the practice, Amanda and her husband Nathan have a daughter Hadley, and enjoy rock climbing and spending time together as a family. Originally from the small rural community of Advance, Amanda came to Charlotte so she could enjoy all the wonderful things our city has to offer.
Dental Assistant
Shyla
A true people person, Shyla is happiest at work when she helps people smile. Born and raised in Charlotte, Shyla is dedicated to our city and the people who live here – it’s her dream to start up a mentoring program for young girls and young women. Away from the practice Shyla enjoys reading, hiking, and relaxing with the family dog, an Australian Shepherd/Husky mix named Zoe.
Business Development Manager
Alexa
As the business development manager for both Braces by Bird and Bird Pediatric, Alexa is instrumental in promoting our services and practices. Spreading the word is her specialty! Alexa thoroughly enjoys engaging with the community and going to events. She grew up in Sioux Falls, South Dakota but has lived in Charlotte since 2017 (it’s nice to live where there isn’t snow!). She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her twin daughters, Ayla and Ella, and trying out new foods. She has a pet cockapoo named Oliver.
Community Involvement
As a practice, and individually, we believe that giving back to people and providing sponsorship for events that benefit kids is our responsibility. We participate regularly in community support initiatives including:
- School presentations to teach oral health
- School festivals
- 5 k runs
- Safety days
- YMCA events
- Local swim teams
- Recreational sports leagues
- Local schools
- Halloween candy buy-back
Smiles Change Lives
Braces by Bird is proud to be associated with Smiles Change Lives. SCL promotes increased self-esteem and improved oral health for children from low-income families in need of orthodontic treatment. Their goal is to help families who cannot afford the full cost of braces secure treatment for their children by connecting them with local orthodontic providers willing to donate their services to deserving patients.
"Partnering with SCL gives me the opportunity to improve the smile and quality of life itself for some deserving kids that truly cannot otherwise afford it. I am blessed with the opportunity to use my professional skills to help kids "love to smile." Creating beautiful smiles is a fantastic way for me to give back to the Charlotte community by instilling self-confidence in today’s youth." - Dr. Suzanne E. Bird.
For more information visit the SCL website.
For more information visit the SCL website.
Community Involvement
As a practice, and individually, we believe that giving back to people and providing sponsorship for events that benefit kids is our responsibility. We participate regularly in community support initiatives including:
- School presentations to teach oral health
- School festivals
- 5 k runs
- Safety days
- YMCA events
- Local swim teams
- Recreational sports leagues
- Local schools
- Halloween candy buy-back
Smiles Change Lives
Braces by Bird is proud to be associated with Smiles Change Lives. SCL promotes increased self-esteem and improved oral health for children from low-income families in need of orthodontic treatment. Their goal is to help families who cannot afford the full cost of braces secure treatment for their children by connecting them with local orthodontic providers willing to donate their services to deserving patients.
"Partnering with SCL gives me the opportunity to improve the smile and quality of life itself for some deserving kids that truly cannot otherwise afford it. I am blessed with the opportunity to use my professional skills to help kids "love to smile." Creating beautiful smiles is a fantastic way for me to give back to the Charlotte community by instilling self-confidence in today’s youth." - Dr. Suzanne E. Bird.
For more information visit the SCL website.
For more information visit the SCL website.