Dr. Merlin Ekvall received his doctorate from Loma Linda University Dental School in 1975 and returned to earn his specialty certificate and masters degree in orthodontics in 1991. Dr. Ekvall also earned a masters degree in public health. As an orthodontist, he has been providing outstanding orthodontic care to Omak, Washington and the surrounding areas since 1991.

To stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in the field of orthodontics, Dr. Ekvall maintains active membership in numerous prestigious professional organizations, such as the American Association of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontics, the American Dental Association, the Washington State Dental Association, the North Central Washington Orthodontic Study Group, the North Central District Dental Society and the Okanogan Valley Study Club.

Growing up as a missionary's child in the Philippines, Dr. Ekvall was raised to serve others. He has been extraordinarily active in helping to promote oral health, not only at home in the United States but throughout the world. He practiced general dentistry in Taiwan for 13 years and has been active in helping set up clinics there as well as in Nepal, the Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea, Peru and Africa. He has also completed short-term mission trips to Papua New Guinea, Peru, Chad and Guatemala.

In his time away from the office, Dr. Ekvall has served as Director of the Brewster Blazer Pathfinder Club for the past 16 years. In his spare time, he enjoys backpacking the Pacific Crest Trail, mountain climbing, skiing of all kinds, mountain biking and completing workshop projects.

We know that our office is only as effective and as welcoming as the people who work in it, which is why we take pride in our friendly, well-trained staff members! As a team, we are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient, comprehensive treatment in a supportive, nurturing environment. We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs as a patient.

Our staff is highly skilled, uniquely trained and aims to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient! Our staff consists of team members with specialized training and multiple certifications, and each team member has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advancements by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.