Rather than making decisions for patients, I walk each through their condition and treatment options. After thoroughly answering their questions, each of my patients has the knowledge needed to make an informed decision about their orthodontic treatment.
After growing up in Tracy, Dr. Baird attended the University of the Pacific (UOP) in Stockton, receiving her Bachelor degree in Biology in 2005. She then attended UOPs Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, obtaining her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2008.
Following dental school, Dr. Baird practiced general dentistry while teaching at the dental school and completing a 27-month orthodontic residency at UOP. In 2011, Dr. Baird received her Certificate in Orthodontics and Masters of Science in Dentistry (MSD); she was the recipient of the Arthur A. Dugoni Excellence in Research and Scholarly Activities Award, and ranked at the top of her class academically.
Dr. Baird was in private practice, as an orthodontist, for five years. She then decided to return to teaching, at UOP, in order to give back to the school that helped her fulfill her passion, and to surround herself with the leading experts in the orthodontics specialty.
Dr. Baird is the Co-Course Director for Invisalign for the orthodontic residents, Director of Invisalign Selective for Pre-doctoral dental students, and Co-Course Director for Principles in Orthodontics. Additionally, she is Adjunct Clinical Faculty in the Resident Orthodontic Clinic, where she teaches Invisalign and braces.
Dr. Baird is enthusiastic about utilizing the latest digital technologies, combined with leading-edge techniques, to best serve her patients. Through active and ongoing professional education, she ensures each patient receives the best orthodontic treatment available, with predictable, beautiful results.
Dr. Baird resides in Pleasanton with her family: husband Simon, children Emily and James, Bailey their dog, and Basil their cat. Youll often find the family enjoying time together around Pleasanton: at Bay Club, Downtown, and visiting with friends.
Among her many hobbies, Dr. Baird enjoys watercolor painting, acrylic pouring, photography, polymer clay art, jewelry making, and knitting. She also likes vegan cooking and baking, hiking, and backpacking, but time with her young family comes before all.
We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care 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.
Erins background in membership, customer service, and human resources has given her the skills to excel as our treatment coordinator. She loves helping new patients through the orthodontic process and seeing the beautiful smiles they leave the office with. She grew up locally in Livermore and after attending college in Los Angeles (and several years living in the Central Valley) she moved back to Livermore with her husband and two children. Having gone through traditional braces several times herself while in school, she can definitely relate to the patient experience. And having two children in braces, can definitely relate to the parental experience! Erin loves spending time with her family, and training for triathlons.
When an individual dislikes the appearance of their teeth, that can affect their self-esteem and lead them to feel uncomfortable around others. Many of our patients start treatment feeling this way, and that can cause them to be withdrawn and uncertain around their peers and colleagues.
Once a patient starts orthodontic treatment, from visit-to-visit we watch them transform as they see the change in their appearance and start to feel at ease with how their teeth look. Our patient begins to smile more readily, without hiding their teeth, and is more open and relaxed in their interactions with us and with their peers, classmates, and colleagues.
By the time treatment is complete, each of our patients has straight and healthy teeth, a good bite, and a beautiful smile that radiates confidence. If youre considering orthodontic treatment for yourself or your child, Dr. Baird and our team would be honored to help you achieve the smile you desire!
Dr. Baird, a board-certified orthodontist, utilizes leading-edge techniques and innovative technology throughout the orthodontic process. From initial diagnostics through detailed treatment planning and treatment, she constantly assesses patient progress and makes the crucial adjustments needed for the ideal results.
She and our team are concerned about each patient as an individual and dedicate time to building communication. We walk every patient through their diagnosis, treatment options, and, once treatment begins, what we are doing and why. We know that when a patient is actively engaged in treatment, they are more apt to keep up on their home care and are vested in the results.