We recognize that all our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care in Lafayette 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.
Kacie
Treatment Coordinator
Kacie joined Balhoff Orthodontics in 2022, bringing with her 15 years of experience as a dental assistant since beginning her career in 2007. She works alongside Dr. Balhoff during initial patient exams and loves building personal connections with each patient she meets.
Kacie values the supportive, family-like atmosphere at Balhoff Orthodontics and enjoys being part of a team dedicated to creating beautiful smiles.
Outside the office, Kacie is a devoted fan of the New Orleans Saints and the New York Yankees. She has been married to her high school sweetheart since 2009 and is a proud mom of three and one fur baby named Copper. In her free time, she enjoys relaxing and making memories with her family.
Kelli
Clinical Assistant, Lab COORDINATOR
Kelli began working at Balhoff Orthodontics in 2023, bringing extensive experience from 13 years as a dental assistant before transitioning to orthodontics. Her role involves assisting Dr. Balhoff, seeing patients, ordering appliances, and making retainers.
She enjoys meeting new patients and seeing their progress, and values Dr. Balhoff’s genuine care for patients and the supportive, collaborative team environment.
Outside of work, Kelli loves spending time with her kids and family, bow hunting, fishing, trips to the beach and reading Colleen Hoover books.
Kimberly
Office Manager, FINANCIAL COORDINATOR
Kim is from Broussard, Louisiana, and graduated from Comeaux High School in 2009. After high school, she followed her passion for dentistry at the Academy of Acadiana, where she trained to become a Dental and Orthodontic Assistant.
At Balhoff Orthodontics, Kim assists patients with setting up payment plans, welcoming them to our office, and answering any account-related questions. She strives to make the process simple and stress-free, ensuring that every patient and their family feel comfortable and cared for. The most rewarding part of her job is getting to know our patients while working alongside such an incredible team every day.
Outside of the office, Kim enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with her family and friends. She married her high school sweetheart, Donovan, in 2017, and together they have a wonderful daughter, Gracie. Their family also includes three energetic dogs—Remi, Buddy, and Gunner—who keep their life fun and lively!
Jessica
CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Jessica is from New Iberia and graduated from New Iberia Senior High School in 2017. She has two children, Coen and Kinsley, and enjoys spending her free time with family, fishing, and shopping.
Jessica has been working in the orthodontic field since 2019 and joined Balhoff Orthodontics in 2022. She is responsible for ensuring the clinic is well-stocked and that appointments run efficiently and on time. She also enjoys joking and laughing with her team members!
Abigail
CLINIC AL ASSISTANT, Aligner Coordinator
Abigail graduated from New Iberia Senior High in 2019 and went on to earn her Dental and Orthodontic Assisting certification from the Academy of Acadiana in 2021. That same year, she began her career in orthodontics and later achieved her Expanded Duty Dental Assistant (EDDA) certification in May 2022.
At Balhoff Orthodontics, Abigail works chairside with Dr. Balhoff to ensure patients are comfortable and confident with their progress and results. As the Aligner Coordinator, she also manages and orders aligner cases, combining her technical skills with her passion for patient care. What she enjoys most about her role is building connections with patients and helping them feel at ease throughout their treatment.
Abigail feels grateful to be part of such a supportive, family-like environment where the doctor and team truly value one another.
Outside the office, she loves traveling, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying the outdoors. Known for her big personality—and her even bigger sweet tooth! Abigail always brings warmth and energy wherever she goes.
Lexie
CLINICAL ASSISTANT, Lab technician
A 2024 graduate of Iota High School, Lexie began her journey in the dental field at Accelerated Dental Academy. Shortly after completing her training, she joined the Balhoff Orthodontics team and has been dedicated to helping patients ever since.
Lexie serves as a chairside assistant and lab technician at Balhoff Orthodontics. In her role, she works alongside Dr. Balhoff to guide patients through their treatment while also handling lab responsibilities such as fabricating Essix retainers and trimming models for fixed retainers.
Lexie values the strong bonds she builds not only with patients, but also with her teammates. She loves the positive, uplifting atmosphere at Balhoff Orthodontics, which she describes as having a true family feel.
Outside the office, Lexie enjoys playing board games with her (very competitive!) family, painting, and going on picnics. An animal lover at heart, she especially adores her cat, Clarence.
Kristin
Marketing Coordinator
Kristin joined the Balhoff Orthodontics team after being so impressed with the care and results her children received as patients. With a background in teaching, she has remained deeply connected to the local community and loves finding ways to engage with families and local dentists. Her experience on the business side of healthcare has given her a strong foundation for her role, while her creativity and people skills make her a natural fit for marketing. Kristin enjoys sharing the positive impact orthodontics can have on patients’ lives and is proud to help spread the word about the Balhoff Orthodontics experience.
Two of Kristin’s favorite things about working at Balhoff Orthodontics are Dr. Balhoff’s genuine kindness toward his patients and his meticulous attention to detail in creating the perfect smile. She also loves being part of an enthusiastic, supportive team that truly enjoys their work and each other.
Outside of the office Kristin enjoys spending time with her family, participating in book clubs and playing creative, fun games with friends.
