For over 30 years, King Orthodontics has helped children and adults achieve the confident smiles that they have been dreaming about. Dr. Earle King founded our Wexford location in the 1980’s and in 2017, with the addition of his son, Dr. Bryan King, the practice expanded to include a second location in Bridgeville.
At King Orthodontics, patient comfort is our number one priority. We know the lives of our patients and parents of our patients are busy. That is why we strive to provide an atmosphere that is calming and friendly, and an experience that is always positive. Our goal is that every patient feels like a part of our family.
Our team is a dynamic group of caring individuals dedicated to unsurpassed excellence in the orthodontic industry. We strive to provide highly personalized attention in a state-of-the-art environment.
King Orthodontics is a leading provider of Invisalign® in Western Pennsylvania. Designated by Invisalign® as a Top 1% provider in North America and a Diamond Plus Provider of Invisalign, King Orthodontics has treated over 6,000 cases with Invisalign®. Additionally, King Orthodontics is a member of the Invisalign® Century Club, an honor that is given to the top 100 providers in the United States. That extensive experience enables the doctors of King Orthodontics to treat the most difficult cases, often treating patients that were told Invisalign® was not for them.
Dr. Bryan King and Dr. Earle King are Board Certified in Orthodontics. In addition, Dr. Bryan has a Masters degree in Periodontics, meaning that he has experience using a dental laser to promote healing and improve the health of teeth and gums. To learn what it means to be a Board Certified Orthodontist visit the ABO website.
Dr. Monica Hummel grew up in Central Pennsylvania before moving to Pittsburgh after meeting her husband Michael, a Pittsburgh native. After completing a Master’s degree in Chemistry from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Indiana, PA, she earned her DMD from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Dental Medicine. During dental school, her passion for working with children led her into the field of orthodontics.
Denise joined King Orthodontics in 2000 as an Orthodontic Technician. Over the years she has developed a wealth of knowledge in the field. As a long-standing member of the team, she also has insight into the day-to-day operations of the clinical department. That insight led to her becoming the Clinical Coordinator of our practice in 2017. Denise takes great pride in keeping the clinic running smoothly and transforming the smiles of our patients from one generation to the next. When not working at the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband Tim, their dogs, and their families.
Lauren started her career in the dental field as a dental assistant in 2008. Since joining our practice in 2015 as an Orthodontic Technician, Lauren has continued to share her exceptional clinical skills and energetic chairside demeanor with our patients. She loves making appointments fun, which is great for our younger patients. When not at work, Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband and their five children.
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Amy joined King Orthodontics in early 2020. Before making the switch to orthodontics in 2018, Amy had a career in phlebotomy. Her favorite part about working in the orthodontic field is learning the science behind orthodontics. In her free time, Amy enjoys doing home renovations with her husband, and taking her dog, Yeti, to the park, and playing with her daughter.
Nikki began her career as an Orthodontic Technician in 2013. Her favorite part of working with the King Orthodontics team is being a part of changing people’s smiles and seeing their confidence grow. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog Bandit.
Taylor started her career as an Orthodontic Technician in 2022, joining the King Orthodontics team in 2023. Prior to changing careers, Taylor worked as a licensed esthetician. Her favorite aspect of being a technician is witnessing the journey of patients’ beautiful smiles! When not at work, Taylor enjoys adventuring with her boyfriend, CJ, spending time with her family and being outdoors.
Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mrs. King moved to the Pittsburgh area after college to begin her career in Performing Arts Management. Having worked for such prestigious organizations as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and New York City Ballet, Anita brings a depth of knowledge to our practice.
In 2001, Anita began working with King Orthodontics as a marketing consultant. Her most notable accomplishment with the practice is coining our tag line, “The secret behind Pittsburgh’s Most Confident Smiles.” In fact, her marketing strategy was so successful it was highlighted by Invisalign® at one of their annual summits.
In 2025, Mrs. King earned her MBA from DeSales University. She feels this helps her in her current role as Vice President & Practice Director. Anita oversees all administrative aspects of the practice. She is responsible for standardizing our procedures and policies, as well as making sure our patients are having the best possible experience.
Anita also happens to be the wife of Dr. Bryan King, with whom she has two sons, Garrett and Declan. When not in the office, Anita may be working from home, traveling, or being a very proud mom while cheering on their sons from the sidelines. Garrett is Drumm Major for the Pittsburgh Central Catholic Marching Band and Declan is a member of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds Academy ECNL soccer team.
Christina joined the King Orthodontics family in June 2024, bringing with her 16 years of experience as an Operations Manager. A dedicated professional, she is passionate about ensuring the smooth operation of our practice. Christina and her husband, along with their three children, are proud residents of the Fox Chapel area and were all former patients at King Orthodontics, making her role here even more special. When she’s not at work, you can find Christina cheering on her kids from the sidelines of a sports field or dreaming up their next beach vacation. Her commitment to both her family and her community shines through in everything she does!
Kaylee joined the King Orthodontics team in May of 2016 as a summer intern. Since coming on full time, Kaylee has held several positions with the practice. In her current role of Marketing and Administrative Coordinator, she not only assists in developing and implementing marketing campaigns and managing the social media platforms, but ensures that the administrative team has everything they need to better serve our patients. You may even speak with her on the phone to schedule your next appointment! In her free time, Kaylee enjoys spending time with her partner & their son.
Traci joined the King Orthodontics team in April 2017. She came up to us with extensive experience from Allegheny Health Network. As Financial Coordinator, Traci enjoys working with our patients to help them determine the best option, financially, to obtain beautiful smiles. At home, Traci enjoys reading, knitting and spending time with her family and dogs.
Samantha joined the team in February 2022. As Treatment Coordinator, she oversees the new patient experience. She loves getting to know each patient and helping them in their journey to a confident smile. Outside of work, Sam loves trying new recipes, binge reading a good book, and making memories with her husband, daughter, and their crazy dog, Winnie.
Jennifer joined the King Orthodontics team as a Treatment Coordinator in November 2023. She is a resident of South Fayette Township, where she lives with her husband, two children, and family dog. When she’s not working Jen enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with loved ones.
Brandi is a former assistant director at a daycare, where she dedicated herself to nurturing children and supporting families. After careful consideration, she decided to pursue a new career path, and joined the King Orthodontics team excited for fresh opportunities and personal growth. In her current role, you may find her greeting patients at either of our locations, on the phone trying to find that perfect appointment time, or stepping into one of our other administrative team roles if needed. Outside of her work life, Brandi enjoys the simple pleasures, whether it’s kayaking, camping, binge-watching her favorite shows on Netflix, or cherishing quality moments with family and friends, she embraces every chance to unwind and relax.
Rachel has been a member of the King Orthodontics team since 2019. As Patient Coordinator, she is often the first smiling face you see when you visit the Wexford location. Rachel will help you with any of your scheduling needs. She is a master at finding appointment times that match our patient’s busy schedule. Rachel lives in the Greater Pittsburgh area with her husband and two children, Sara & Regis. In her free time, she enjoys spending time at her family’s camp in Kennerdell, PA.
Kiersten recently made the jump into orthodontics and is excited to see where her new career takes her. Since joining the practice in May 2024, Kiersten has enjoyed getting to know our patients and their families. Originally from Florida, Kiersten moved to the Pittsburgh area with her family when she was just 4 years old. She graduated from Fox Chapel Area High School in 2021 and has since embarked on her professional journey. Outside of work, Kiersten enjoys watching movies and TV series, as well as spending quality time on vacation with her family. She looks forward to growing both personally and professionally with the practice in the years ahead.
