It’s truly an honor to work with so many wonderful people and to help them improve their smiles. I feel lucky each and every day to come to work!
Education
In order to become an orthodontist, I first attained my undergraduate degree at Duke University, then graduated with my DDS from The University of North Carolina. Finally, I got my Masters in Orthodontics at The University of Nebraska.
Continuing Education
In order to provide the highest level of care for my patients, I know I must keep up-to-date on all the latest advances in orthodontics, general dentistry, oral surgery and periodontics. I see a wide variety of cases, and my continuing education allows me to gain the knowledge needed to treat my patients with greater care and efficiency.
As a part of my continuing education, I have worked hard to become Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. I am also an active member of the following professional organizations:
In the Office
I love to see our patients’ personalities develop as their smiles improve through the treatments given here. Our gentle care and personal treatment help people realize that they truly are special, and their new smiles help them feel confident enough to express themselves! I enjoy the enthusiasm and energy of our patients, and after 16 years am still thrilled to come to work each day.
My office is an unforgettable place, largely because of the efforts of our staff. Our team loves making our patients’ experience fun and unforgettable. They all really care about our patients and want them to receive fantastic orthodontic care. This shows in their service to our patients, the quality of treatments they help give, and most of all, the laughter heard in our treatment area!
Family Life
Besides creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Rick’s time away from the office is spent with his wife Dawn and their three children- Reid, Collin and Morgan. On the weekends you’ll find Dr. Rick traveling with his family, playing tennis, or walking his beloved dog Blu around the neighborhood.
Dr. Reid is thrilled to work alongside his father, Dr. Rick, in the practice that his grandfather started in 1968!
Dr. Reid graduated from Glastonbury High School in 2013 where he was the number one varsity tennis player for all four years! He then attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville where he received his bachelor’s degree.
Dr. Reid received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 2021 from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry. He graduated from the University of Texas at Houston Orthodontics Residency with his Masters of Science in Dentistry and Certificate in Orthodontics. Dr. Reid has also taken an Aligner Intensive Fellowship and is very well versed in Orthodontic treatment using clear aligners.
” I am so thankful to have such wonderful mentors in my father and grandfather and want to continue their tradition of creating beautiful and healthy smiles in our community. I believe the smile is such an important part of a person’s confidence and appearance and want to help people achieve the smiles that they deserve.”
When not in the office, you can find Dr. Reid on the tennis court, golf course or on the beach spending time with family and friends! Glastonbury has been his home for 28 years, and he is thrilled to officially have moved back to enjoy all the great things this town has to offer!
Meet the Team
Our team at Risinger Orthodontics wants to make sure your orthodontic experience is a great one! We are upbeat, fun and friendly, and because we have families of our own, we are very good with kids. We love getting to know our patients, so do not be surprised if our team members turn into your friends! You can learn about our team below or you can call 860-633-8321 to meet us in person and schedule your orthodontic treatment in our Glastonbury Connecticut office.
Rebecca loves anything involving her friends and family – especially her husband, Kevin and daughters, Elizabeth and Reese. She likes to laugh, bake, dance and spend time with her dogs. “I take great pride in our team. We strive collectively to make our patients’ experience one they truly enjoy.”
Jenny loves to spend time with her husband, Patrick and two sons, Ben and Max. She loves dancing, laughing, playing with her 2 dogs, Rosie and Daisy and most of all, being creative! “I love that we not only create beautiful smiles, but we also make sure our patients are having a great time while visiting with us! Let’s have some fun!”
Andrea enjoys spending quality time with her daughters, Jennelle and Taylor, and her husband, Dave. As a family, they like to hike and go out on their boat. Andrea also likes to read and discover new coffee shops with her daughters. “I enjoy meeting new families and providing an exceptional patient experience for them.”
Melissa’s favorite thing to do is spend time with her loved ones, especially her husband, Pelly, and their children, Aidan, Joey, Stefanie and their dog, Zola. She is also an avid reader. “I love that my job allows me to show our patients how our doctors and team can give them an amazing smile.”
Linnea enjoys any activity that she can do with her husband, Rick and her son, Randy. She also loves home improvement projects, antiques, reading and listening to music. “I feel good about helping our patients achieve a confident smile that will last a lifetime."
Kerry enjoys spending time with her daughter, Mackenzie and her dog, Sadie. She has worked in the orthodontic community for 25 years! "I love the transformations! A gorgeous smile can truly change a persons confidence!
Eunice loves spending time with her husband, Mark and 2 sons, Ethan and Tyler. “I’m so happy to be a part of this team! Seeing the amazing transformations in our patients smiles and working with fantastic people while doing it brings me joy every day! ”
Vanessa likes to cook and take care of her busy family. She and her husband, Dave, have two kids, Kody and Lily. They all enjoy playing with their many animals! “I enjoy seeing my patients’ transformations and the smiles on their faces when their braces come off.”
Spending time with her boyfriend, Patrick and her dog, Tucker, is Kelli’s favorite thing to do. Kelli also loves relaxing at the beach with family and friends . “I love having the opportunity to be part of making our patients smiles beautiful.”
Maribeth is a sports fanatic and likes to keep active! When she's not running, she is spending time with her daughter, Alexa, and her son, Tommy. " I love being a part of the Risinger team! Not only do we create beautiful smiles, we're having a great time while doing it!"
Katie love to stay active! When she isn't hiking to the top of Mount Washington, or exploring new trails, she loves to crochet and hang out with her Olde English Bulldog, Caesar. " Laughing with my patients and seeing such positive transformations makes everyday a rewarding one!"
Renee loves to read, write and spend time with her friends and family. “I enjoy the interactive experience of orthodontics and watching patients grow on their journey to an even more wonderful glow!”
