We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.
Jennifer
Office Manager
Since starting my career in 1996, I have worked in many different areas in the dental field, from general to oral surgery, endodontics, pediatrics, and finally orthodontics. I fell in love with orthodontics and knew that's where I wanted to be! I love so much about my job. Working with Dr. Renger is truly awesome. I also have a great team I work with in the Houston and Hallettsville office, and last but certainly not least, working with our amazing patients. Being on this journey with them and seeing their excitement and how happy they are when they get their braces off and have a perfect smile is truly the best part of my day.
My husband and I have three awesome kiddos, Ethan, Emma, and Elexis. We have a Boston terrier named Buddy and he runs the house and has us all wrapped around his little paws. We are big soccer fans, so you can find us most Saturday mornings in our living room watching the EPL. We also love spending time at the beach and going for walks in the park with Buddy.
Karen
Lead Orthodontic Assistant
Originally from Guatemala City, I came to Houston when I was 16 years old. I enrolled in the United States Navy and spent eight years working with the F-14 Tomcat as a technician. I then transferred to the dental department to work as a dental assistant. From there I came back to Houston and joined Dr. Renger’s practice. I love to see my patients’ big smiles after their braces are off. I get a lot of satisfaction knowing that we did our job well and patients are happy with the result.
I am happily married to my husband Tom. My family consists of my sons Dominik and Alex, my two German shepherds Stormy and Kratos, a Siberian husky name Odin, and two birds named Chilly and Pepper.
Karley
Orthodontic Assistant
I attended Dental Assisting Options for my RDA certification and recently joined the Smiles by Renger team. Dr. Renger and the team make work fun and exciting. I am always learning new things, and having a great time doing so!
I am currently attending Wharton County Junior College to pursue my dental career as an RDH. I love to spend time with my family, friends, and my amazing boyfriend of two years. I enjoy the outdoors, running, hiking, camping, and crafting.
Kelli
I graduated with a BS in Human Technology from Texas Tech University. I have ten years of experience in dentistry and joined Dr. Renger’s team in 2020. I really enjoy meeting new people and being a part of their smile transformation.
I am married to my wonderful husband Justin and we have a daughter Kamryn. I am from Georgetown, but have been in Hallettsville for three years and love it here!
Marco
Treatment Coordinator & Marketing
I graduated from dental hygiene school in 1994. Realizing that my calling was in orthodontics, I stuck with this side of the dental field and eventually joined Dr. Renger’s practice in 2005. I took a hiatus for a few years to raise my family, and was happy to re-join the team in 2017! My goal is to make whomever walks through our doors or calls on the phone feel like family. I love getting to know our patients and am truly sad when their treatment is complete.
My husband and I have been married more than 25 years and have two awesome boys, Cody and Austin. Both are in college. As a family, we enjoy playing golf, hanging out by the pool, watching sports, and grilling out.
Shannon
Front Desk
Patients will find my smiling face at our front desk, where I schedule appointments and run the front of the office. While I love getting to know patients on a personal level, I especially like seeing the before and after work done by Dr. Renger. I notice so much more confidence once the braces come off and brilliant smiles are revealed!
I am a busy mom of two teenage boys and married to great man who I grew up knowing in Hallettsville. We spend a lot of time together as a family whether it be baseball, hunting or fishing, and gardening. My husband and I are also foodies! Barbequing is a favorite pastime for him and I love making things from scratch. We also have a precious shih tzu named Emmy that we absolutely adore.