Dr. Nathan P. Harris

Dr. Nathan P. Harris was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He is a graduate of Highland Park High School. He attended Texas A&M University in College Station Texas where he received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at Texas A&M, Dr. Harris was a member of the Corps of Cadets. He went on to attend Baylor College of Dentistry where he received his Degree in Dentistry in 2001. Dr. Harris then went to Indiana University School of Dentistry for his orthodontic residency where he held the position of Chief Resident. He graduated with a Masters of Science in Dentistry in July of 2003.

Dr. Harris returned to Dallas and now runs one of the oldest most respected orthodontic practices founded in 1939.  Dr. Harris’ wife, Diana, is also a graduate of Highland Park High School and Texas A&M University. Diana received her Master’s of Science degree from Baylor College of Medicine. Nathan and Diana have six children, John, Natalie, Mary Beth, Julia, Lauren and Joseph.

The Office Team

The entire staff at Harris Orthodontics operates as a team and they take great pride in each member's skills and dedication to customer service. The team is committed to making sure every patient's needs are met in a comfortable, enjoyable and fun atmosphere.

Lisa Bell — Practice Manager / Treatment Coordinator Lisa has been in orthodontics since 1992 and joined Harris Orthodontics in 2006. Her favorite things about her job are getting to know new people and watching them change and become more confident through orthodontics. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children.
Cindy Tigert — Financial Administrator Cindy has been in orthodontics and with Harris Orthodontics since 2005. Her favorite thing about her job is getting to visit with patients everyday and getting to know them personally. When Cindy is away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her four wonderful children.
Cheryl Akin — Scheduling / Recall Coordinator Cheryl has been in orthodontics since 1986 and joined the practice in 1991. Her favorite thing about her job is having the opportunity to see transformations in the patients smiles. Outside of work, Cheryl enjoys music, sports and spending time with her family.
Nina Stone — Scheduling Coordinator Nina has been in orthodontics since 2004 and with Harris Orthodontics since June 2009. Her favorite part of orthodontics is interacting with patients and seeing the changes in their smiles. Nina is a native Texan and has two wonderful sons.
	Grace Peterson, RDA — Orthodontic Technician / Inventory Control Grace has seen many improvements in the orthodontic industry over the years, and feels fortunate to have worked in orthodontics since 1982. She has been with Harris Orthodontics since 2006. Her favorite thing about her job is getting to know the patients, their families, and sharing in their happiness when the braces are removed. Grace has a son who is a graduate of Texas A&M, and a daughter who attends Tarleton State University.
Becky Vu, RDA — Orthodontic Technician Becky has been in ortho and with the practice since 2006. Her favorite thing about her job is taking care of the patients and seeing their smiles when their braces are removed. Becky is a native of Louisiana.
Tina Smith, RDA — Orthodontic Technician Tina is a graduate of ATI, where she received her RDA and soon after joined Harris Orthodontics in 2007. She Hails from New Orleans and now considers Texas her home. Being the busy mother of two awesome kids, she fills her spare time going on weekend trips to the zoo or library. Her favorite part of working at Harris Orthodontics is getting to know each patient and participating in their orthodontic needs.
Carley McCormick, RDA — Orthodontic Technician Carley has been in dentistry and orthodontics since 2000 and with Harris Orthodontics since 2007. Her favorite part of her job is meeting new people and seeing their improvements through orthodontic treatment. Outside of work, Carley enjoys spending time with her husband and two children.
Christi Whitaker, RDA — Orthodontic Technician Christi has been in orthodontics since 1990 and with Harris Orthodontics since 2008. Her favorite thing about her job is learning new skills and taking on challenging cases. Outside of work, Christi enjoys hanging out with her husband and five children.
Gelila Tesfaye, RDA— Orthodontic Technician Gelila has been in orthodontics since 2005 and joined Harris Orthodontics in June 2011. Her favorite thing about her job is seeing patients smile when their braces are removed. When Gelila isn’t working, she enjoys hiking , tennis and long distance running.