It has been my pleasure to serve this community with the very best orthodontic care for the past 43years. It has been even better to work alongside my son, Dr. David, for the last 14 years. Now that I am retired, I am confident that he will continue the strong tradition that Dykhouse Orthodontics has established into the future. Dr. Vance J. Dykhouse
Dr. Vance J. Dykhouse completed his Doctorate of Dental Surgery atUMKC in 1966 after doing his undergraduate work at the University of Oklahoma. Followingtwo years in the Navy, Dr. Vance began his orthodontic residency at UMKC and completed his masters degree in orthodontics in 1970. He has been practicing orthodontics in Eastern Jackson County since 1970 and became board certified in 1978.
In 1999, Dr. Vance was selected by his peers to an eight-year term as the Midwest Director to the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Vance was president of the American Board of Orthodontics from May 2006 to May 2007. He was also the recipient of the ABOs Dale B. Wade Award of Excellence in Orthodontics in 2014.
In addition to maintaining his orthodontic practice, Dr. Vance has taught asa part-time faculty member in the orthodontic department at the UMKC School of Dentistry for30 years. Heserved on the Missouri Orthodontics Specialty Board from 1979 to 1989. Dr. Vancealso is a member of numerous local and national dental and orthodontic societies, including the Charles H. Tweed Foundation and the Edward H. Angle Society.
Dr. David Dykhouse completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Missouri-Columbia fora degree in chemical engineering, with magna cum laude honors. In 1997, Dr. David obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). He received the Deans Academic Distinction Award for being the number-one ranked UMKC dental student in his graduating class.
Dr. David became board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics in 2007. He completed a thorough written and oral examination and demonstrated his clinical expertise by describing orthodontic cases completed in his office to the American Board examiners. To stay current with dentistry and orthodontics, Dr. David is a member of many societies, including the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontics, Tweed Study Club of the Midwest, Charles H. Tweed Foundation, andEastern Jackson County Dental Health Group.
As a way of giving back to the community, Dr. David is an orthodontic provider for Smiles Change Lives and Dental for Kids programs. Dr. David and his wife have three children. He enjoys playing basketball and golf, and spending time with family and friends while away from the office.
Ive been in the dental field since 1970, save for the years I stayedhome to raise my children. I take responsibility for all financials and correspondence going in or out of the office. Its a true privilege getting to build relationships with all the families that come to us for orthodontic treatment. Each team member excels at what they do here, and the working relationship of our team is top-notch.
Jerry and I have been married for 42 years! We have two grown children; our daughter and her husband live in Denver and our sonlives in Snowmass Village, Colorado. We love to visit them as much as we can. My hobbies are laughing, sewing, swimming, reading, and well laughing! Im also involved in activities at church and volunteer at several area civic organizations.
Ive been married to my husband Bruce for 39 years. My daughter andson-in-law live in Utah with my one-year-old granddaughter. Wevisit each other as oftenas possible! When Im not spending time with my family, I enjoygardening and watching University of Missouri sporting events as well as spending time with family who live in Missouri.
I really love getting to work with patients, their families, and all the awesome staff here at our office! I assist the doctor during patient treatment. Ive been in the field since 1977 and try to keep up to date by attending continuing education courses. I love the fact that all our work here is making a difference in someone elses life.
Ive been married for 26 years and have three adult children and nine grandchildren. I have a black Lab and two cats as well. At home I like to garden, cook (especially for those who love to eat), and spend time with my family.
Taking patient photos andX-rays, ordering supplies, and assisting the doctor as needed are just a few of my responsibilities. While I was a patient at Dykhouse Orthodontics, I became an employee, andI have spent over 17 years working with the doctors Dykhouse!I really enjoy working with our patients and seeing the difference in their smile from the photos taken at the beginning versus those taken at the end. The staff is great here and is like my second family; theyve treated my children and myself and I couldnt have asked for a more qualified group to do it.
Ive been married to my husband Brett for 28 years. We have a daughter and twin sons. We have had a bunch of animals in the past: a lizard, chinchilla, bird, fish, hamsters, guinea pig, and frogs! Now we have two cats and three dogs. I play volleyball, have been to Jamaica three times on mission trips, and will be going to Cambodia soon too.
I have a 15-year-old son, five nieces, and two nephews, and we all enjoy spending time together, especially in the summer at the lake house! I like going to sporting events and school activities with my son. I also get a kick out of attending soccer and dance events with my nieces.
With a variety of options available to patients when it comes to orthodontic treatment, we at Dykhouse Orthodontics do our utmost to provide an unmatched orthodontic experience that will keep you smiling. Our staff has well over 100 years of combined experience in orthodontics, so when you choose to follow a course of treatment with us, youll know youre in capable hands.
Dr. Dykhouse prefers a conservative approach when treating patients. He diagnoses each patient based on his or her individual needs, creates a personalized and sensible treatment plan to achieve the right result, andbegins treatment once a patient and thefamily are ready.
Were proud to have been a part of this community for so many years and know that tradition will continue manyyears to come. We want your orthodontic experience to be the very best it can be, so feel free to give us a call or stop into our office today. We look forward to giving you and your family stunning new smiles!