Meet Our Team

Our staff members are highly trained and educated professionals ready to assist and answer each of our patients’ individual questions and concerns. Our team prides themselves on providing the greatest caliber of care and support throughout your treatment experience.

All of our staff members are CPR certified and meet all OSHA & HIPAA guidelines. Our orthodontic assistants are radiograph certified and throughout the year both the doctors and staff continue with educational courses in order to provide the best treatment for our patients.

Danielle

Treatment Coordinator/Orthodontic Assistant

Danielle has been a familiar face at Apple Tree Orthodontics for over 12 years! After a decade of clinical assisting, Danielle transitioned into her current role as Treatment Coordinator, where she combines her hands-on experience with her passion for patient care. She prides herself on making treatment plans easy to understand and loves helping patients feel confident about their smile journey. When she isn’t at the office, you can find her spending quality time with her husband Tom, their daughter Magnolia, and their best fur-friend, Toby!

Ashley

Scheduling Coordinator

Ashley brings over 20 years of customer service experience to her role as Patient Coordinator, where she is often one of the first friendly faces patients and families meet. She is passionate about orthodontics and truly enjoys getting to know each of our patients as she watches their confidence grow throughout their treatment journey from start to finish. When she’s not at the front desk, Ashley loves getting creative with craft projects and making homemade candles. She also enjoys spending quality time with her husband and their loyal black lab, Lincoln.

Dibi

Financial/Insurance Coordinator

Dibi brings over 20 years of experience as an insurance and financial coordinator in the orthodontic field. She works remotely and connected with Dr. Bartels while both were part of a large orthodontic practice in Connecticut. Outside of work, Dibi has a deep love for animals and enjoys spending meaningful time with her family.

Stephanie

Orthodontic Assistant

Stephanie has been an orthodontic assistant since 2016 and has a passion for helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their treatment. She especially enjoys working with children and loves traditional braces. Outside of the office, Steph enjoys spending time camping and fishing with her husband and their 19-month-old daughter, Mabel.

Jennifer

Orthodontic Assistant

Bio coming soon.

Patient Testimonials

“I’ve waited almost 50 years to get my teeth straightened and this place is the BEST!! Appletree Orthodontics is a warm and friendly place with awesome staff! They really know how to make you feel comfortable and make the process enjoyable! Five stars is not enough…THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for giving me my smile back!”

─ John
“I'd contemplated braces my entire adult life. The last photo I had of me smiling was when I was 17 years old. I had so many fears and reservations. Thanks to Apple Tree, and their incredible staff, I can finally smile again! My only regret was waiting so long. Smiling again at age 44.”

─ T.P.
“This is our third child just out of braces! We are extreamly pleased with Appletree Orthodontics! Everyone there is welcoming and fantastic at what they do!”

─ Kristy S.
“Absolutely love and adore the entire staff! They discuss and talk with the patient about both needs and wants. They talked to me about everything! They made sure I was comfortable and happy. When I was supposed to be done I felt as if somethings weren't complete yet. When I came into my next appointment they listened and agreed. They truly are the best people to work with!”

─ Adrienne
“I love apple tree! My braces are finally off and I am beyond happy with the results! Thank you.”

─ GG
““I had a very extensive treatment process and the entire staff was very helpful, kind and friendly every step of the way! My experience with them couldn’t have been better! I love the way my teeth came out!”

─ Aamelie
“Apple Tree is really a great place. It's an all around happy environment, and everyone is friendly. I've never waited for longer than 5 minutes for any appointment! Perfect for anyone of any age, and really helped motivate me to get my teeth straight!”

─ Maddie
“My experience at apple tree has been incredible! All of the staff is hospitable along with accommodating to every one of my wants and needs! Highly recommend to any body looking to put their kid through braces or Invisalign.”

─ Alex
“Apple Tree Orthodontic is an all around great place. The people there are fantastic. They’re always smiling always asking how your day is. I never had any bad experiences there due to the fact that they are awesome. 10/10 recommended coming here for your teeth!”

─ Gavin