Junction Orthodontics

10/06/2026

💜 **Join Junction Orthodontics in taking a bite out of bullying!** 💜

This October, we’re joining the American Association of Orthodontists’ **Bullying Bites** campaign to help raise awareness about bullying and the impact it can have on a child’s confidence—especially when it comes to their smile.

We invite our patients, families, and Kirkwood community to **join us in the campaign!** Choose kindness. Include others. Speak up when you see bullying. And remind kids that the things that make them different are never something to be ashamed of.

Together, we can help create a community where every child feels confident to **smile big and be themselves.** 💜

Learn more and join the movement at AAOinfo.org.

10/02/2026

We’re excited to join the Kirkwood Police Department Open House this Saturday! 💙🚔

Stop by for a fun, family-friendly morning and be sure to come say hi to us at the Junction Orthodontics table! We love being part of events that bring our Kirkwood community together. 🦷💜

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Kirkwood Police Department

Hope to see some familiar smiles there! 😊

You’re invited to the Kirkwood Police Department Open House!

Join us Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 131 W. Madison Ave. for a free afternoon of family activities and safety education.

Take a tour of the police station, meet members of our department and invited community organizations, and stop by the bike rodeo to learn about traffic safety. We’ll also have complimentary digital child identification kits, plus hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and refreshments while supplies last.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family!

07/30/2026

Happy 29 Years, Kacky! 🎉🖤💛

Today we’re celebrating an incredible milestone—29 years of Kacky making a difference in the lives of our patients, families, and team!

As our Treatment Coordinator, Kacky is often the first smiling face you’ll meet, helping patients understand their treatment and feel confident every step of the way. But her impact doesn’t stop there. She also manages our billing, keeps countless office operations running smoothly, and wears more hats than we can count. Simply put, she’s one of the people who keeps Junction Orthodontics moving forward every single day.

Her dedication, compassion, attention to detail, and willingness to jump in wherever she’s needed have helped shape our practice for nearly three decades. We are so grateful for her loyalty, hard work, and the genuine care she shows every patient and team member.

Please join us in congratulating Kacky on 29 amazing years with Junction Orthodontics! ❤️

Happy Anniversary, Kacky—we’re so lucky to have you as part of our family!

07/28/2026

🦷 Let’s Talk BRACES!

Ever wonder what all the parts of your braces are called? 🤔 Each one has an important job in creating a healthy, beautiful smile!

✨ Bracket – Bonded to each tooth to guide movement
✨ Wire – Connects the brackets and applies gentle pressure
✨ Color Tie – Holds the wire in place and lets you show off your style
✨ Bite Turbo – A small blue bump that helps improve your bite during treatment
✨ Rubber Bands – Worn as directed to help correct your bite and tooth alignment
✨ Band – A metal ring on a back tooth that provides extra support for your braces

The more you know about your braces, the easier it is to care for them—and the smoother your smile journey will be! 😁

Have questions about your braces or how they work? We’re always happy to help!

📍 209 S. Kirkwood Rd., Downtown Kirkwood
📞 314-821-1101
👩‍⚕️ Dr. Jaclyn Scroggins

07/21/2026

Happy 11th Work Anniversary, Kathy! 💙🎉

For the past 11 years, Kathy has been the smiling face that welcomes you to Junction Orthodontics. While many know her as the friendly voice on the phone and the person who schedules appointments, those of us behind the scenes know she does so much more.

Kathy is the glue that keeps our practice together. She steps in wherever she’s needed, ties up the loose ends no one else sees, keeps our days running smoothly, and always puts our patients and team first. Her dedication, kindness, and willingness to help in every situation make her truly irreplaceable.

Today we’re celebrating Kathy with flowers, lunch at Daily Bread, and a dinner-and-a-movie date at Citizen Kane’s Steak House as a small thank-you for everything she does.

Here’s to 11 incredible years, Kathy! We are so grateful for you and can’t wait to celebrate many more. 💐❤️

07/11/2026

📚✏️ Help Us Fill the Bin for Local Students! ❤️

Junction Orthodontics is proud to be a drop-off location for the Kirkwood–Des Peres Area Chamber Community Engagement Back-to-School Supply Drive!

Join us in helping students in the Kirkwood School District and St. Louis Public Schools start the school year with the supplies they need to succeed.

🗓️ Donations accepted through August 12
📍 Drop off new school supplies at Junction Orthodontics
🛒 Can’t stop by? Use the Amazon Wishlist QR code in our office or the link in the comments to send supplies directly.

Most-needed items include:
✏️ Pencils & colored pencils
📓 Notebooks & folders
🎒 Adult backpacks
✂️ Scissors & glue sticks
🖍️ Markers & highlighters
🧻 Tissue boxes & paper towels
🧼 Hand sanitizer & disinfecting wipes
🧴 Travel-size personal care items

Every notebook, backpack, and box of crayons makes a difference. Thank you for helping local students head back to school with confidence!

07/10/2026

Happy 9th work anniversary! 🎉

Nine years of dedication, hard work, and caring for our patients is an incredible milestone. Thank you for everything you do for me and to make Junction Orthodontics such a special place. Your commitment, positivity, and the relationships you’ve built with our patients and team are truly appreciated.

I’m so grateful to have you on this journey with me. Cheers to nine amazing years and many more to come! 💙

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07/08/2026

🎉 It’s 7/7… so let’s talk about 7!

Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7?

By age 7, enough permanent teeth have erupted for an orthodontist to identify developing issues with jaw growth, bite, spacing, or crowding—even if braces aren’t needed yet.

The good news? Most children won’t need treatment right away, but an early evaluation helps ensure the best timing if treatment does become necessary.

Is your child 7 (or older)? Schedule a complimentary smile evaluation and let us help keep their smile on the right track! 🚂😁

Visit our website @ JunctionOrtho.com
Call or text us @ (314) 821-1101

Learn more at AAOInfo.org.

06/06/2026

I’m so lucky to have such an amazing team! 💙

Seeing my team members feel appreciated means so much to me. Thank you for everything you do each day to care for our patients, support one another, and make Junction Orthodontics such a special place. I appreciate YOU!