Our Doctors
Cynthia L. Fee, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Fee completed her orthodontic residency at University of Michigan and joined the practice in 1994. She also attended the University of Michigan for her undergraduate studies in Biology as well as receiving her graduate Dental and Master’s degrees in 1987, 1991 and 1994, respectively.
Dr. Fee has been honored by the American Association of Orthodontists as the recipient of their award for Excellence in Orthodontics and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. She has served as an Adjunct Professor of Orthodontics at the University of Michigan and has been honored to be an Orthodontic Board Examiner for the State of Michigan. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Michigan Association of Orthodontists, as well as the Detroit District Dental Society, for which she is a previous five-year board member. Dr. Fee has also been involved in developing and is a consultant to the SISU mouthguard company with Akervall Technologies.
In her free time, Dr. Fee enjoys spending time with her husband and three children in their school and related activities, as well as spending time together in favorite spots in northern Michigan. She enjoys the arts and being creative, being outdoors, skiing, snowboarding and tennis!
Nicole S. Wright, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Wright completed her undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. She continued her education at the University of Michigan, graduating with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery, and then completing an additional three-year residency to receive her Master’s degree in Orthodontics. She joined the practice upon completion of her residency in 2000.
Dr. Wright is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists, the Michigan Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the Michigan Dental Association. She has been an active member of the Detroit District Dental Society, serving several years on the board. She was also elected to the board of the Michigan Association of Orthodontists. Dr. Wright has been a guest lecturer and clinical instructor at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
Dr. Wright and her husband are proud parents of four children. Outside of the office, she stays busy with various school activities, attends her kids' sporting events, and also enjoys spending time playing tennis, reading, and traveling to her hometown of Traverse City.
Nic Shirey, D.M.D., M.S.
Dr. Shirey completed his undergraduate education at Lebanon Valley College and was a four-year participant on the football team. He earned his dental degree from the University of Pittsburgh and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) national dental honor society. After graduation, Dr. Shirey spent the next four years serving as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, deploying with the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
Dr. Shirey went on to complete his orthodontic residency at University of Michigan and was one of Dr. Bookwalter’s favorite students. His research on 3-D printed clear aligners received the Thomas M. Graber Award of Special Merit. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and teaches part-time at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.
Outside of his professional activities, Dr. Shirey enjoys traveling, Michigan football, historical non-fiction, and spending time with his wife Angie and their three children.
Our doctors are dedicated to providing the finest orthodontic care to each individual. Our practice offers exceptional expertise from all team members and utilizes continuously advanced technology to achieve a healthy bite and winning smile. From the moment you step into the office, you'll sense that you've chosen the right place for experienced, gentle, and friendly personalized orthodontic care.