At Bird Pediatric Dentistry, our entire kind and compassionate team is passionate about helping children have the best possible oral health with beautiful and functional smiles. From infancy to adulthood, our team of pediatric dentists and dental professionals are dedicated to ensuring your child has a wonderful experience while receiving the care and education that will start and keep them on the road to a lifetime of excellent oral health.
Meet Dr. Suzanne Bird
Practice Philosophy
As a board-certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Suzanne Bird is one of just a few pediatric dentists in the United States who is also a certified Orthodontist. This dual specialty helps Dr. Bird create a pleasurable experience for your children as she assesses their growing jaws and how their teeth are growing in. If there are any concerns, Dr. Bird can often guide your children’s growth and development with orthodontics – without referring your child to an unfamiliar team.
Home Life
When not helping her family of patients attain and maintain straight and healthy teeth, Dr. Bird appreciates traveling to tropical destinations and spending time with her husband Jake and their five children, Jacob, Emily, Marilyn, Rosemary and Renee; the youngest of whom is an aspiring dentist! The family also enjoys the antics of their furry family members, a Cockapoo named Otto and a Labradoodle named Henry.
Education & Professional Memberships
Dr. Bird earned her doctorate from UNC School of Dentistry, her Pediatric specialty from The Ohio State University and Columbus Children's Hospital, and her Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from The University of Missouri in Kansas City. She is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Charlotte Dental Society
Meet Dr. Laurie Kane
Practice Philosophy
Dr. Laurie Kane finds it personally rewarding to treat patients of an impressionable age – aiming to create positive experiences, which can shape the outlook of dental visits for a lifetime.
Home Life
Outside of the office, Dr. Kane enjoys traveling with her husband, Zaid, and their daughter, Lily. She enjoys experiencing different cultures, new foods, and history, citing some of her favorite travel destinations as Italy, Austria, and Peru.
Education & Background
Dr. Kane received her DDS degree from the University of Southern California and a certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry from the University of California Los Angeles. After years of private practice in general dentistry and pediatric dental practices, Dr. Kane decided to pursue her passion and obtain a certificate in pediatric dentistry from Temple University Hospital.
Meet Dr. Bryan Yang
Practice Philosophy
Dr. Bryan Yang is devoted to helping his patients protect and strengthen their smiles while doing everything he can to highlight the importance of great oral health. A board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Yang works hard to provide children, teens, and people with special needs high-quality, calming, and compassionate dentistry. He counts it a privilege to be part of his patients’ oral health journey!
Home Life
When not at the office, Dr. Yang enjoys time with family and friends, playing soccer, looking at the newest tech options, and binge-watching TV shows with his wife, Dr. Nga Tran, who is a pediatrician practicing in Mecklenburg County. Fun fact: Dr. Yang and his wife share the same wedding anniversary as Dr. Bird and her husband – just 12 years apart!
Education & Background
Dr. Yang achieved his doctorate at the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine, graduating with distinction. He was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honors Society and awarded the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Student Award. He was also selected as an Albert Schweitzer Fellow and developed and launched a toothbrush program within a local elementary school. Dr. Yang completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at ECU and during his residency, received training on comprehensive oral healthcare for children and adolescents, along with pediatric medicine, sedation, general anesthesia, children with special needs, growth and development, and child advocacy. Prior to becoming a dentist, Dr. Yang cleaned teeth as a dental hygienist in a pediatric practice for five years!
Meet Dr. Suzanne Bird
Practice Philosophy
As a board-certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Suzanne Bird is one of just a few pediatric dentists in the United States who is also a certified Orthodontist. This dual specialty helps Dr. Bird create a pleasurable experience for your children as she assesses their growing jaws and how their teeth are growing in. If there are any concerns, Dr. Bird can often guide your children’s growth and development with orthodontics – without referring your child to an unfamiliar team.
Home Life
When not helping her family of patients attain and maintain straight and healthy teeth, Dr. Bird appreciates traveling to tropical destinations and spending time with her husband Jake and their five children, Jacob, Emily, Marilyn, Rosemary and Renee; the youngest of whom is an aspiring dentist! The family also enjoys the antics of their furry family members, a Cockapoo named Otto and a Labradoodle named Henry.
Education & Professional Memberships
Dr. Bird earned her doctorate from UNC School of Dentistry, her Pediatric specialty from The Ohio State University and Columbus Children's Hospital, and her Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from The University of Missouri in Kansas City. She is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Charlotte Dental Society
Meet Dr. Laurie Kane
Practice Philosophy
Dr. Laurie Kane finds it personally rewarding to treat patients of an impressionable age – aiming to create positive experiences, which can shape the outlook of dental visits for a lifetime.
Home Life
Outside of the office, Dr. Kane enjoys traveling with her husband, Zaid, and their daughter, Lily. She enjoys experiencing different cultures, new foods, and history, citing some of her favorite travel destinations as Italy, Austria, and Peru.
Education & Background
Dr. Kane received her DDS degree from the University of Southern California and a certificate in Advanced Education in General Dentistry from the University of California Los Angeles. After years of private practice in general dentistry and pediatric dental practices, Dr. Kane decided to pursue her passion and obtain a certificate in pediatric dentistry from Temple University Hospital.
Meet Dr. Bryan Yang
Practice Philosophy
Dr. Bryan Yang is devoted to helping his patients protect and strengthen their smiles while doing everything he can to highlight the importance of great oral health. A board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Yang works hard to provide children, teens, and people with special needs high-quality, calming, and compassionate dentistry. He counts it a privilege to be part of his patients’ oral health journey!
Home Life
When not at the office, Dr. Yang enjoys time with family and friends, playing soccer, looking at the newest tech options, and binge-watching TV shows with his wife, Dr. Nga Tran, who is a pediatrician practicing in Mecklenburg County. Fun fact: Dr. Yang and his wife share the same wedding anniversary as Dr. Bird and her husband – just 12 years apart!
Education & Background
Dr. Yang achieved his doctorate at the East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine, graduating with distinction. He was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honors Society and awarded the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Student Award. He was also selected as an Albert Schweitzer Fellow and developed and launched a toothbrush program within a local elementary school. Dr. Yang completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry at ECU and during his residency, received training on comprehensive oral healthcare for children and adolescents, along with pediatric medicine, sedation, general anesthesia, children with special needs, growth and development, and child advocacy. Prior to becoming a dentist, Dr. Yang cleaned teeth as a dental hygienist in a pediatric practice for five years!
Dr. Kelly Lipp
Practice Philosophy
As a second-generation dental professional, Dr. Lipp loves children and is passionate about helping them start their dental journeys in calming comfort. She knows that healthcare can sometimes be intimidating and confusing, so Dr. Lipp places her focus on creating a comfortable, enjoyable, and educational environment at every visit.
Home Life
Dr. Lipp and her fiancé Dr. Blake Nelson, who is also a dentist, have recently made Charlotte home and are excited about exploring the city. They spend their free time cooking, hiking, and relaxing with their dog, an adorable Goldendoodle named Teddy, who will do anything for a treat.
Education & Professional Memberships
Rounding out the UNC School of Dentistry alumni is Dr. Kelly Lipp. After earning her doctorate, Dr. Lipp also earned her certificate to practice pediatric dentistry at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Lipp wrote her master’s thesis on Pediatric Patient Comfort Following Dental Treatment. She is an active member of the following organizations:
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- North Carolina Dental Society
- Charlotte Dental Society
- American Academy of Dental Research
Dr. Lipp and her fiancé
Dr. Blake Nelson
Dr. Blake Nelson
About Our Team
Along with our kind and compassionate pediatric dentists, our team of dental professionals is dedicated to helping your children achieve excellent oral health with the beautiful smile they deserve.
About Our Team
Along with our kind and compassionate pediatric dentists, our team of dental professionals is dedicated to helping your children achieve excellent oral health with the beautiful smile they deserve.
Community Involvement
As a practice, and individually, we believe that giving back to people and providing sponsorship for events that benefit kids is our responsibility. We participate regularly in community support initiatives including:
- School presentations to teach oral health
- School festivals
- 5 k runs
- Safety days
- YMCA events
- Local swim teams
- Recreational sports leagues
- Local schools
Community Involvement
As a practice, and individually, we believe that giving back to people and providing sponsorship for events that benefit kids is our responsibility. We participate regularly in community support initiatives including:
- School presentations to teach oral health
- School festivals
- 5 k runs
- Safety days
- YMCA events
- Local swim teams
- Recreational sports leagues
- Local schools
