South Charlotte Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Our Staff

Dr. James A. Wells, D.D.S., P.a. Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - Our Staff

Dr. James A. Wells D.D.S.
Dr. Wells is a native of Monongah, West Virginia. He attended Fairmont State College between 1989 and 1992 and graduated from West Virginia School of Dentistry in 1996. He furthered his education by participating in an advanced education of general dentistry program at the Physicians Office Center in Morgantown, West Virginia. After moving to Charlotte in 1997, he joined a group practice in which he worked as an associate for 3 years. He opened his office in September 1999 and prides himself on the small town atmosphere he provides to his patients. When not working, Dr. Well enjoys golfing and watching sports.
drwells@jawells.com

Christy Orr - Dental Hygienist
Christy is a registered dental hygienist who brings over 10 years of dental experience. She graduated from Central Piedmont Community College in 2002. She has over 50 hours of continuing education and is constantly advancing her education. Prior to becoming a dental hygienist, she was a certified dental assistant for 2 years, and still enjoys assisting when she gets the chance. She has been with Dr. Wells since 2003. She and her husband, Chris, live in Charlotte, NC, where they are both natives. They enjoy any activities outside, working out, and spending time with their families.
christy@jawells.com

Leanne McCoy - Dental Assistant
Leanne is the newest member of our team. She completed a dental assisting course at the Lake Norman Dental Assisting School. Not only is she a Dental Assistant, but she is also a licensed Esthertician as well as a Certified Nurse Assistant. In her free time, Leanne enjoys shopping and playing with her two dogs.
leanne@jawells.com

Christina Baker - Dental Assistant/Office Manager
Christina one of our dental assistants, a native of Charlotte, has been with us since the office opened. As well as an assistant she is also the office manager. She has 11 years experience, all of which are within the same office of Dr. Wells. When not working, she and her husband stay busy with their children Austin and Lucus. She is eager to answer any financial, insurance, or treatment related questions that you may have.
christina@jawells.com

Kim Whitman - Financial Coordinator
Kim is our financial and treatment coordinator. She handles the financial aspect of your treatment, insurance verification, scheduling, and billing questions. She has over 20 years of experience in various aspects of the dental field. She and her husband Steve stay very active with their 2 boys, Shane and Kyle, with their busy baseball schedule.
kim@jawells.com

Donna Murr - Dental Hygienist
Donna is a registered Dental Hygienist who brings over 20 years of experience to our practice, eight of which were practicing in a periodontal office. Donna obtained her education from Central Piedmont Community College and is continually furthering her education through advanced training. She also taught Dental Hygiene at York Technical College for 2 1/2 years. She is educated in periodontal therapeutics as well as overall health and wellness. Donna is a native of South Carolina and joined our practice in 2001. When not working she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
donna@jawells.com