About
Troy R. Shaw,
DMD, MS
Orthodontist
Dr. Troy R. Shaw is an orthodontist in Missoula, Montana with satellite offices in both Ronan and Thompson Falls, Montana. He focuses on providing superior orthodontic treatment to children and adults. Dr. Shaw has been creating beautiful smiles since 1997.
After graduating from the University of Louisville School of dental Medicine at the pinnacle of his class, he completed General Practice Residency at the VA Medical Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. He then completed a very competitive two-year, intense Orthodontic Specialty Residency at the State University of New York at Buffalo where he received his Proficiency in Orthodontics and a Masters Degree in Orthodontics.
He stays on the cutting edge of the latest advancements in orthodontics by maintaining memberships with numerous prestigious organizations. Dr. Shaw is actively involved in the American Association if Orthodontists as well as the American Dental Association. He has volunteered his time and served multiple positions, including President of the Montana State Orthodontic Society as well as President of the local chapter of the Montana Dental society.
One of Dr. Shaw’s greatest influences growing up was his own neighborhood orthodontist. He believes in giving back to the community. Dr. Shaw volunteers his time and resources to many causes and charitable organizations in the community and continues to strive to improve the lives of people in the communities in which he lives and serves.
Away from the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Erin and their two children, the outdoors, horses, and being at the lake.
Meet Our Team
Toni
Treatment Coordinator/Financial Coordinator
Toni graduated from the Helena College of Technology where she studied the Medical Secretary Program. She has been employed in the medical field for decades. Toni has enjoyed the specialty of orthodontics for 25+ years. She joined Dr. Shaw in the fall of 1997. Toni and her husband Dustin have one child, Danny. Toni enjoys spending time with Dustin and Danny, fly fishing, attending Grizzly Football games, shopping, dining with her sisters, and spending time with her nephews. Meeting our new patients and getting them started with their orthodontics is so rewarding. Toni feels very fortunate to be able to work in such a positive and rewarding career.
Katie
Administrative Coordinator
Katie is originally from Helena, Montana. She came to Missoula in 2005 to attend the University of Montana. She has a Business Entrepreneur and Management Degree and has been a Licensed Certified Massage Therapist since 2007. She is excited to be working for Dr. Shaw as her father was an Orthodontist for 30+ years, and she is very comfortable in the field of orthodontics.
You will find Katie living and playing in our lovely Missoula and taking full advantage of the beautiful state we live in. She loves to garden, backpack, hike, ski, and cook. If you see her with her boyfriend Travis and their dog Riddick on the trails, stop and say hello!
Charity
Clinic Coordinator
Charity started her orthodontic career in 1998 in Salt Lake City, Utah. She joined Dr. Shaw’s team in 2002 as a clinician and is also the clinical coordinator. Charity enjoys spending time with her husband Kelly; they have a son Braxton and a daughter MaeLee and have lived in the Frenchtown area since 2002. Charity loves her animals, enjoys camping and taking trips back to Utah to visit her family. Charity enjoys working with the patients and her fellow technicians to create beautiful smiles!
Hannah
Orthodontic Assistant
Hannah grew up North of Missoula in Arlee, MT. She graduated from the SCK dental assisting program in 2016 and started her orthodontic career right away. She was so excited to join Dr. Shaw’s team in 2022. Hannah spends her free time reading, at the lake with friends or cuddling with her two daughters watching movies.
Bailey
Orthodontic Assistant
Bailey started her career in orthodontics towards the end of 2022 when she joined our team. Originally, she came from a customer service and marketing background but was ecstatic to make the switch to helping create beautiful smiles.
She grew up near Philipsburg, MT before heading off to college at Montana State University in Bozeman. She moved to Missoula shortly after where she is now enrolled in a program for Permaculture and Eco Design. Outside of education and her career, she enjoys the quieter side of life—baking, gardening, and reading. She also loves to spend her time with her partner and two dogs traveling and exploring nature. Bailey is very excited to be a part of the team and to grow within the practice.
Rachel
Orthodontic Assistant
Rachel has worked in the medical field for many years, and she is now eager to learn a new trade working in Orthodontics. She has had a passion for patients since she started in the medical field in 2015. Making patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident is one of her main priorities while working. She enjoys spending time with family and boyfriend vacationing, lake days with her dog and making an impact on others!
Why We’re Unique
Dr. Shaw has been in practice since 1997. He is one of the longest practicing orthodontists in Missoula. Dr. Shaw and his team have created over 6,000 beautiful smiles and counting! We serve the Missoula area as well as the Mission Valley and Sanders county by having satellite offices in Ronan and Thompson Falls.
- NO professional referral required
- Complimentary initial exam
- Affordable, flexible, and interest fee financial arrangements
- Our financial team will confirm orthodontic benefits and submit all claims
- Preferred provider for Invisalign and Invisalign Teen
- Knowledgeable and caring team members with over 75 years combined experience
- Patient reward programs with great prizes
- Family Care Program (fee discount for additional family members)
- Comfortable and Inviting Waiting Area for Children and Adults
- Wi-fi
- Two great locations
