We welcome you and look forward to knowing you.  Our mission is to provide optimum oral health care which will enhance your smile and improve your self confidence.  We will achieve this mission in a safe, comfortable, state of the art environment.  We strive to provide the highest quality dentistry using a gentle approach to your care.  We want you to have a smile that lasts a lifetime.  Our stress-free and efficient environment will make you feel comfortable and we will be using the latest techniques and technology available.

  

Candy Merkle
candy@mynorthstardental.com

Candy has been working with Dr. Moore and his team since 2004. Her previous work experience was dental equipment sales for 8 years and prior to that she was a dental assistant for 5 years. She is a native Texan, born and raised in Henderson, TX. and received a B.A.A..S. in 1994, from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX. Candy and her husband Ken live in Plano, TX with their two children, Kennedi 11 and Jackson 9. She is very passionate about helping patients attain the smile that makes them look and feel confident.

  
     

Michelle W.
michellew@mynorthstardental.com

Michelle has lived in Texas her whole life and currently resides in Blue Ridge. She is married and has two boys (Thomas and Chaice). In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, taking her boys to their sporting events and taking care of her two dogs (Budder and Peanut). Michelle started in the dental field February 1999 as a dental assistant and is currently front desk/ office manager. She has been working with Dr. Moore since October 2001. Michelle enjoys interacting with patients and helping them overcome dental fears.
   
Michelle F.
michellef@mynorthstardental.com

Michelle lives in Garland, Texas, with her daughter and husband, (Natalee and Lee). Michelle graduated from Garland High School and later went to a dental assisting trade school. She has been working with Dr. Moore since April of 2007. She is currently trained in the fabrication of Cerec crowns that are done all in one office visit along with all other assisting responsibilities, Michelle is an observant, caring, dental assistant who enjoys talking with patients about treatment and helping them to understand the treatment properly. When she is not working, her time is spent with her family. She is planning to go back to school to be a hygienist.
   

Tara Kneggs
tara@mynorthstardental.com

Tara Kneggs has joined our team filling the very important role of dental hygienist. She is a graduate of  Naaman Forest High School. She attended East Central University before obtaining her R.D.H. license from the University of Oklahoma. She is a current resident of Rowlett and has lived there her entire life. Her goal as a hygienist is to help achieve optimum oral health, obtain a confident smile, and create a comfortable relationship between her patients and herself.  When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and boyfriend, reading, and playing with her miniature pinscher Riley.