Meet the Doctors

From Residency to Reality — The Story Behind Boss Orthodontics

Our journey began in the deserts of Arizona, where we met during our orthodontic residency. Out of a class of five residents, we were the only two single ones — and before long, we realized we were building not only careers, but a life together.

Both drawn to the outdoors and the vibrant lifestyle of the Southwest, we began dreaming of where we’d eventually plant roots. ReAnn, a Texas native who grew up just outside of Dallas, had always loved Austin — the beauty, the energy, the food, the people. She told Hunter, who was raised in the small, picturesque town of Charlevoix, Michigan, that Austin checked all the boxes. After one visit, he was sold.

We made the move, excited to begin our next chapter. But there was just one problem: no orthodontic practices were for sale in the Austin area. So, we got creative — and bold.

We spent our weeks traveling four to five hours out west, working with rural orthodontic groups, and our weekends scouting Austin for the perfect place to start something of our own. As two orthodontists, we knew one practice wouldn’t be enough to keep us both busy. So, we took a leap of faith — and opened two practices within six months of each other.

Then the world changed.

Dr. ReAnn & Hunter Boss- The Bosses

While our Bee Cave office was mid-construction and we had just signed the lease in Kyle, the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Construction slowed to a crawl, our associate positions halted, and for eight weeks we were unable to work — with no income and everything on the line.

But somehow, we pulled through.

We opened our doors with one mission: to build a family-owned, relationship-driven practice that delivers exceptional care, every single day.

Dr. Hunter Boss
As a kid, I loved both architecture and health science. I had a close relationship with my orthodontist — a family friend — who let me ask endless questions, even setting up a chair at his home so I could experience the process firsthand. Orthodontics changed my confidence and helped me feel good in my own skin. That experience — combined with my love for design and how things work — made me realize that orthodontics was the perfect fit.

Dr. ReAnn Boss
I’ve always been drawn to medicine. My college dentist was a former ER nurse and became a powerful mentor who helped me see how dentistry blends art and science. During dental school, I joined the Air Force and had the honor of treating military families around the world. It was during that time that I discovered my true calling in orthodontics — helping patients gain confidence through their smiles. After five years in the Air Force, a year in private practice, and teaching, I returned to specialize.

Why Families Choose Boss Orthodontics
Today, our practice reflects everything we believe in: personal care, clinical excellence, and treating people like family. We intentionally stay small so we can focus on what matters — getting to know our patients, clearly communicating with their dental teams, and making sure every step of treatment is understood and comfortable.

Our guiding principle is simple: Do the right thing at the right time, and always treat patients the way we’d treat our own family.

We’re proud to serve Austin and its surrounding communities — and we can’t wait to welcome you to Boss Orthodontics.

Board Certified Orthodontists

Both Dr. Hunter and ReAnn Boss are board-certified orthodontists. The process to become an orthodontist takes 10-11 years. After completing an undergraduate degree, they spent 4 years in dental school to become dentists, and then they attended a highly competitive 30-month residency program in Orthodontics. In addition to being Orthodontists, they both practiced general dentistry for a combined 10 years. This gives them a unique ability to look at a case from both a specialist's and a general dentist's perspective, which allows them to better communicate with patients and their providers.

ReAnn Boss, DDS, MHA

Dr. ReAnn Boss is energetic and enthusiastic, with a passion for educating her patients. Her years of experience practicing general and pediatric dentistry and teaching dentistry- make her an asset to her patients…working together to artistically create their own beautiful smile.

Education

Dr. Boss is a Texas native. She grew up in North Dallas, graduating from Allen High School. She was the captain of the soccer team at the University of Texas at Dallas and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a minor in Performing Arts. Dr. Boss graduated from Baylor College of Dentistry, now called the Texas A&M College of Dentistry, with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Following this, she furthered her dental training by completing a one-year residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry in the Air Force. Throughout her career, Dr. Boss has an array of experience in general dentistry- including military service, private practice, pediatrics, and teaching dentistry as an adjunct professor at Baylor.

After practicing for 7 years, she fulfilled her dream of going back to school to be an Orthodontist. Dr. Boss graduated with a Master’s in Health Administration, and Certificate in Orthodontics from one of the top clinical programs in the country, at A.T. Still University- Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. Dr Boss is proud to be a board-certified Orthodontist.

Dr. ReAnn Boss

Military Service - USAF

After dental school, Dr. Boss served 5 years in the Air Force. Her military career took her around the world, mostly stationed at fighter bases, which provided her with amazing experiences to serve as a leader in and out of the dental clinic. Dr. Boss was stationed in Northern California (Travis AFB), South Korea (Kunsan AB), Italy (Aviano AB) and Wichita Falls, TX (Sheppard AFB).

Outside the Office

Dr. Boss loves music, especially oldies and you’ll often hear her humming or singing along to music in the office. She also loves cooking, hiking and spending time with the family.

Awards

Resident of the Quarter x 2 – A.T. Still University
Clinical Dentist of the Year- Aviano AB
Company Grade Officer of the Quarter- Aviano Air Base
Company Grade Officer of the Year- Aviano Air Base

Publications

The Use of Premolar Extractions With Orthodontic Treatment Does Not Guarantee An Improved Eruption Potential of Third Molars. ReAnn Cornell, Jae Hyun Park. Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice 06/2018; 18(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jebdp.2018.06.004

Dr. Hunter Boss

K. Hunter Boss, DDS, MS

Dr. Hunter Boss is a caring, skilled, and meticulous clinician. He is passionate about communication and loves to explain complex treatment in an easy-to-understand way. As a result, Dr. Boss keeps his patients well-informed and educated about all facets of their treatment.