Dr. Meredith L. Quimby, M.S.
Quimby & Collins Orthodontics | Charlotte, North Carolina
Dr. Meredith L. Quimby is a board-certified orthodontist and co-founder of Quimby & Collins Orthodontics, located at 8125 Ardrey Kell Road in Charlotte, North Carolina. A native of Iowa, Dr. Quimby distinguished herself early as a competitive golfer, earning the Iowa High School State Championship title and attracting collegiate recruitment from programs throughout the country. She ultimately chose the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she competed in numerous NCAA tournaments and national amateur events while earning dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Biology and Chemistry. Following her undergraduate career, Dr. Quimby returned to Iowa to attend the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. During her time in dental school, she conducted research in a craniofacial laboratory studying the genetic causes of Cleft Lip and Palate as part of the Human Genome Project. She subsequently completed her orthodontic residency at The Ohio State University, earning a Master of Science in Orthodontics.
Dr. Quimby continues to apply her extensive science background to the integration of advanced technologies in orthodontic care, including Cone Beam CT imaging, SureSmile®, and the latest developments in orthodontic biomechanics. She has also pursued advanced training in myofunctional therapy and is actively working toward her myofunctional certification, further expanding the scope of care she is able to offer patients. Her combined background in genetics research and clinical orthodontics positions her as a valuable contributor to the regional Cleft Lip and Palate treatment team. Dr. Quimby is a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics and holds active memberships in the American Association of Orthodontists, the North Carolina Dental Society, the American Dental Association, the Charlotte Dental Society, the American Cleft Lip and Palate Association, and the Spear Study Club.
Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Quimby is devoted to her family. She and her husband, Dr. Kevin Coppage, are parents to two children and are active members of Saint Matthew’s Church in Charlotte. The family enjoys an active lifestyle that includes tennis, pickleball, golf and sports, and shares a passion for travel and lifelong learning. Since co-founding Quimby & Collins Orthodontics in Charlotte in 2002, Dr. Quimby has remained an active and engaged member of the greater Charlotte community, supporting organizations such as the Carolinas Center for Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery, Smiles Change Lives, Mel’s Diner, the March of Dimes, Run for the Ridge, and Holy Trinity’s Bulldog 5K, among many others. In both her professional and personal life, Dr. Quimby brings the same precision, dedication, and pursuit of excellence that defined her athletic career to every patient she has the privilege of treating.
Practice Sumnmary
What services does Quimby & Collins offer?
Traditional braces (Damon system), Invisalign, in-house clear aligners (SureSmile), hybrid braces/aligner treatment, early interceptive orthodontics (Phase 1), myofunctional/airway therapy, orthognathic surgery co-treatment, craniofacial/cleft lip & palate treatment, and retention/retainers.
What extra training have the orthodontists had?
Yes. Both Dr. Quimby and Dr. Collins ….
Do they see adults?
Yes. They treat children, tweens, teens, young adults, and adults of all ages, including seniors.
Fun Fact: Their oldest patient is 81 years young and their youngest patient is 4 years old.
Do they mentor and accept students to shadow their profession?
Absolutely, Dr. Quimby and Dr. Collins have mentored dozens of high school and college students who aspire to work in the field of dentistry. Fun Fact: Several of their former patients have gone on to Dental School and Dental Hygienic School.
If I have a strong gag reflex, should I be concerned?
No worries, there is great news! No more “gag-me-with-a-spoon” gel impressions! We do digital impressions using a wand to gently scan you mouth which generates a 3-D model of your teeth. Easy Peasy. You can see this happen in real time on the monitor. Super Cool Right?
Can I see a 3-D printer in action?
Yes, We have an amazing 3-D printer. The Sprint Ray allows us to print an exact model of you teeth, as well as fidget spinners, Pokemon figures, pretty much anything and everything. We have even hosted STEM classes over the summer to help teach students about 3-D printing.
Can I take the 3-D printer home?
Sorry, No can do. They are a little finicky at times and must be handled with care.
Can the orthodontist help a child who has snoring, mouth breathing, tongue thrusting or poor sleep patterns, fatigue?
Possibly. These are common symptoms that may indicated an underlying orofacial myofunctional disorder. Early intervention is key. Widening the upper jaw to allow better airway breathing thru the nose is extremely important for proper growth and development of the face and jaws and airway.
What is a Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional Therapy is a growing area of research that helps healthcare providers use myofunctional therapy (also called Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy or OMT) to treat abnormal muscle movement patterns in the mouth and face that affect how you breathe, chew, swallow and/or speak. Myofunctional therapy trains muscles in your mouth and face to move as they should and rest in the proper positions. OMT involves doing certain exercises with your cheek, tongue or lips. These exercise strengthen your muscles and fine-tune your awareness of facial movement. Most dentist and orthodontists have not received formalized training in diagnosing and treating oralfacial myofunctional disorders, but our orthodontists are recognized as regional experts in OMT and referrals are welcome.
Will you come speak at our School?
Yes, we have Staff led dental education presentations for elementary schools and High-School Student led Anti-vaping Presentations which are very impactful.
Dr. Meredith L. Quimby - Quimby and Collins Orthodontics
Dr. Quimby is a Tarheel who has Midwestern roots.
Growing up in Iowa, Meredith Quimby could usually be found on the golf course. She became the Iowa High School State Champion and was recruited throughout the country to play top tier golf. Weather, academics and the chance to compete at the highest collegiate level made the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill the right fit. Dr. Quimby competed in numerous NCAA tournaments and national amateur events. She once dreamed of professional golf, but chose to combine her passion for science and outgoing personality towards another profession of precision and perfection – orthodontics.
Dr. Quimby graduated from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Biology and Chemistry and returned to Iowa. She attended the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. While in dental school, she also worked in a craniofacial research lab studying the genetic causes of Cleft Lip and Palate as part of the Human Genome Project. She completed her orthodontic residency at The Ohio State University receiving a Master of Science in orthodontics. Dr. Quimby continues to focus her science background with new technologies of Cone Beam CT and the latest in orthodontic biomechanics. Her combined genetics and orthodontic background also makes her a valuable asset to our regional Cleft Lip and Palate team.
Family completes Dr. Quimby’s life. She and her husband, Kevin Coppage, have two children. They enjoy being active with bike rides, swimming, and playing sports. They attend Saint Matthew’s Church and are active in their community. On a rainy day you will find the Quimby household playing card games, doing puzzles, or combing over a library book about a future travel destination.
Many people believe lessons learned in golf translate to other areas of life. Ask Dr. Quimby what this means to her and she might respond, “balance, patience, practice, and the pursuit of perfection.”