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Use our free consultation to get your biggest orthodontic questions answered. Our two Kansas City area offices are located in Independence and Blue Springs.

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Get excited. You're about to give your child (or yourself!) a gift that will last forever. We'll help you choose between Invisalign, clear or color braces.

Love Your Smile
It takes as little as two visits for your smile to noticeably improve with orthodontics. And the end result is worth the wait!

Our results speak for themselves.
From our role in the Blue Springs and Independence communities to the clinical results of our Kansas City area orthodontics practice, we are proud of the work we do. We have learned that straighter teeth means more than just a confident smile.
Comfortable, fast, and affordable.
Did you know it can take as little as two visits for some of your teeth to visibly realign?
WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING
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Jennifer Yeo 2022-10-20T13:28:19+0000 We love Blackburn! One kid getting braces off…. Almost time for another to get them on!
Crystal Thomas 2022-08-09T13:33:52+0000 they r friendly sweet kind nice loving people they explain everthing they don't coast a lot and they work with u on... your payments. I will come come back every time never had one bad experience hereread more
JoAnn Grado 2022-08-01T18:42:08+0000 Our son started his first phase of Braces today. THE STAFF WAS AMAZING! He is super excited for the road ahead. Can not... wait to see what changes are in store for him over the next 12 months.read more
Whitney Perrine 2022-07-06T04:05:25+0000 Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The doctor is so nice and converses with you in simple terms rather than in... complex orthodontic terms.read more
Marcus Williams II 2022-06-30T14:30:51+0000 These guys are AWESOME!! Tabitha was such a rockstar and really made me feel like family. I recommend them to anyone... seeking Orthodontic help….absolutely FIVE STARSread more
Melanie Riepe 2022-05-07T13:17:05+0000 We went through Blackburn Orthodontics for my daughter’s braces and had an amazing experience and results. At 40 I... decided I was going to give the braces thing a whirl. They have more options available for braces than any other office I consulted with. I’ve now experienced the process as a parent and patient and I can say that this office is top notch. From my initial consult with Megan, Nicole putting my braces on, and visits with Dr. Blackburn the staff genuinely listens and works towards perfecting your smile.read more
Jody Cates-Collins 2022-04-21T01:46:02+0000 I am so impressed with everything! Everyone in the office truly cares. I have never been to a place like this. Got new... technology called Brius on my teeth today and to my surprise, Dr Blackburn just called to check in. That has never happened to me before. I will be sending others who need Orthodontic work to your group!read more
Jenny Brown 2022-03-23T13:10:17+0000 Dr. Blackburn and his staff are the best! We actually drive over an hour to the office for treatment. There are... obviously a lot of orthodontists around that would be closer for us, but none come close to providing such a great atmosphere. I love supporting a business that has such a positive culture.read more
Melissa Jenkins Webb 2022-01-05T21:25:44+0000 We have had the BEST experience here with our daughters braces! We have been coming here for a year. Dr. Blackburn and... staff are so AMAZING and nice! They get you in and out and my husband and I are so happy with our daughters teeth!read more
Amy Fann 2021-12-20T18:00:16+0000 Dr Blackburn and the staff is great! We’ve had a fantastic experience!
Lindsay Crabtree 2021-10-28T16:01:45+0000 We love this place! Everyone is so friendly and kind. They get you in and out quickly.
Jami Pitti 2021-08-08T19:26:17+0000 The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere is clean and inviting. They try to make it an... enjoyable experience for the kids. Definitely recommend!read more
Samantha Fuimaono 2021-07-29T03:48:24+0000 I love going to blackburn for my braces! All the staff are so nice and make me feel welcomed everytime I come in. I... can't wait to see my new smile when this is all done. -Alexciaread more
Kaylyn Morris 2021-05-14T15:09:26+0000 I went to several orthodontic offices trying to find the right fit. As soon as I walked in, I knew that this was the... place for me! Everyone is so friendly, and helpful. They are up to date on all the newest technologies and created a treatment plan that was unique for my particular situation. Love them!read more
Aiden Burnside 2021-04-08T04:45:45+0000 It’s really good and plus’s you can get point to use twords gift cards
Amy Aber 2021-04-06T15:09:28+0000 We love Blackburn Orthodontics! The staff is amazing and Dr. Blackburn is the best. Everyone makes you feel welcome!
Angela Kathleen 2021-03-29T16:40:10+0000 These folks are amazing! They are extremely friendly and knowledgeable and take you through every step of braces with... kindness and professionalism! I recommend to everyone!!read more
Amy Ingham 2021-03-11T01:50:01+0000 Very personable with my girls during consultation. Lori and Dr. Blackburn were amazing. Made my girls feel... comfortable with the process. Lori took her time with me to work on payments that I felt comfortable with. Thanks for the amazing customer service. 5 stars and 3 smiles.read more
Dalio Scott 2020-11-24T03:52:55+0000 I love Blackburn&Elrod Orthodontics; the staff is really nice and fast at what they do. I would recommend them. 10/10... Thanks for doing what you do.read more
Elsa Emily 2020-10-27T16:59:16+0000 The staff are great! And the service is a 10/10, they are taking the right precautions during this time and are still... giving great service 🙂read more
Kevin Lowry 2020-10-07T20:25:49+0000 the team is extremely professional and helpful! i recommend Dr. Blackburn and his team
Justin Avery 2020-09-17T17:26:07+0000 Thank you for all of your help getting my smile perfect Dr. Blackburn and for adjusting my retainer today. I highly... recommend Blackburn and Elrod orthodontics, they have a very friendly staff and two locations to choose from!read more
Angela Bolton 2020-09-13T01:43:42+0000 Absolutely amazing care! Dr. Blackburn was kind enough to see my son for an emergency injury he received when he got... hit in the mouth playing baseball. Dr. Blackburn took time out of his Saturday to see us for emergency care! I cannot say enough about this act of kindness! We were not even a patient of Dr. Blackburn's as we do not live in this area and were in town for a baseball tournament and he was willing to provide care!! Thank you so much Dr. Blackburn! The Bolton Family appreciates everything you did for us!!read more
Stephanie Switzer-Porter 2020-07-21T01:17:50+0000 Great office to work with....my son Colton gets great treatment here and the staff is always kind, nice, and friendly.
Jennifer Lynn Kirk 2020-05-01T23:54:19+0000 This is absolutely the best office you can ever imagine. Great place to work. Most wonderful place to get your perfect... SMILE.read more
Anna Quick Mckay 2020-03-27T18:45:51+0000 Absolutely love them.. Will definitely recommend Blackburn& Elrod!
Fallyn Kelley 2020-03-07T02:05:29+0000 they are super nice and dont tell you random things about your teeth and have helped me
Reese Zgonc 2020-02-26T21:20:11+0000 The best dentist office around! Everyone is so friendly that it makes coming to appointments a blast! They’re always so... detailed and let you know every process for what’s going on with your braces!read more
Tammy Ellis-Harkness 2019-12-29T00:58:04+0000 My kids feel so at home here. everyone is great and very easy to talk to. 😀
Sherri Wise Hudson 2019-12-08T02:17:52+0000 The staff is AWESOME! Dr. Elrod treated my daughter. Now, Dr. Blackburn is treating my son. Here's to great smiles!😁
Melissa Giles 2019-12-03T02:12:05+0000 I recommend Blackburn & Elrod Orthodontics to anyone. They are a very family friendly environment
Misty Barber 2019-10-21T14:35:38+0000 I love the nice people there. They do a great job, I can't wait to see my teeth when I am done with treatment -Brianna
Samantha Williamson 2019-10-02T04:37:16+0000 This place is seriously the best so welcoming and helpful I didn't have a good experience at my previous orthodontist... so stopped going a a friend recommended this place and they are great! Definitely know what they are doing and makes sure you understand everything and really take care of you also the place is so nice also they have everything there!read more
Krista Sheppard Harris 2019-09-25T17:31:21+0000 Two out of braces and one more to go!! WOULD NEVER go anywhere else. Excellent care, awesome ladies in the office and... wonderful financing. We started with Dr. Elrod and are so thankful he found Dr. Blackburn to carry on the SUPERB service and perfect experience of getting a child through braces. We have had such a GREAT time spending SO much time at the office😊read more
Aaron Erica Laux 2019-09-08T02:14:37+0000 Great experience! All so helpful. Very nice. I reefer all my friends.
Jennifer S. Alexander 2019-08-22T18:50:22+0000 From start to finish my daughters experience was excellent! Excellent staff and Doctors. Very relaxing waiting room for... parents and other little kiddos too!read more
Stephanie Olmstead 2019-07-30T02:50:33+0000 I've gotten braces here 2x (the first time with Dr Elrod and the second time with Dr Blackburn). I am happy with my... smile both timesread more
Anne Sellers 2019-07-25T16:49:46+0000 Fantastic care, the facility is clean and modern, and the staff is very knowledgeable and friendly! I’d rate them a... 11/10. 🤩read more
Kim Raley 2019-05-27T21:37:33+0000 Dr. Elrod and his staff were the BEST!!! I had mixed feelings about getting braces at 47yrs old. Dr. Elrod and Dr.Ward... worked together to make sure I was comfortable and always kept me in the loop of there meetings. The staff worked with me so I could always have the same doctor when I came in. Even though I picked later in life to get my teeth done they always assured me and worked with me in every way. I’m VERY HAPPY I WAITED LATER IN LIFE. MY parents never talked about me getting braces and I didn’t think I needed braces until I was older so I was very self conscious and they both made me feel comfortable at all times. The staff at both places were VERY PROFESSIONAL AND I GOT TO KNOW THEM ALL LIKE FAMILY! Dr.Elrod / Dr.Ward best of the best another ten!!!read more
Amanda House Rogers 2019-05-26T01:21:20+0000 Great customer service, great and honest treatment plans.
Yungjing Snell 2019-04-28T14:36:57+0000 Thank you for the wonderful journey past couple years! Celebrating with a BIG WHITE SMILE!! ^_^
Lara Bee 2019-03-06T03:12:54+0000 The doctor and staff are very friendly. They understood exactly what I was wanting to maintain the smile I have and... told me everything I would need to keep it.read more
Alyssa Godden 2018-12-01T15:06:40+0000 Blackburn & Elrod Orthodontics is amazing. They welcome you with a smile every time you visit. I have been very... comfortable with them from the start of my treatment and they are all around wonderful people.read more
Keri Borchers 2018-11-05T21:37:57+0000 Professional and friendly staff that really wants your experience to be A++++.
Adam Smith 2018-10-31T18:47:38+0000 The staff is friendly and fun. Dr. Blackburn and staff do a great job explaining whats happening and answering any... questions.read more
Alena Bromley 2018-10-19T13:46:11+0000 They are very friendly. They make you feel comfortable and do a very good job explaining what they are doing.
Ginger Liggett Duckworth 2018-10-12T00:00:45+0000 They have a very friendly staff. I really appreciated getting a call from Dr Blackburn himself on the evening of my... daughter getting her braces just to check on her and see if I had any further questions.read more
Candice Thomas Bryant 2018-08-29T21:35:42+0000 We just started going to see Dr. Blackburn this summer and have had a really great experience with him and his staff... thus far!read more
Jessica Seek 2018-08-28T16:59:42+0000 Amazing experience! The staff was very friendly and made us feel very comfortable! Thank you for making us feel welcome!
Heather Renae Gregory Kunkel 2018-08-28T03:20:02+0000 We love Blackburn & Elrod!!! My son is almost 9 months in of his 2.5 year ortho treatment, and every visit thus far has... been great! Appts are always on-time and the front staff is extremely pleasant!! I'm so happy we were referred to Blackburn & Elrod!!read more
Jill Mueller 2018-08-24T17:51:36+0000 We love Blackburn and Elrod. They always make us feel like a FRIEND! We always laugh a lot at our appointments.
Rachel Lopez-Banks 2018-08-23T14:50:27+0000 From the moment you walk in to moment leave- every person you come in to contact with at Blackburn and Elrod is... genuinely sincere and interested in you. Thank you seeing my all five of my children through their smile journeys!read more
Mckenzie Moore 2018-08-17T16:03:51+0000 great atmosphere, great people, so wonderful to their patients.
Becky McDonald 2018-08-16T12:31:33+0000 My daughter just started her braces journey and we cannot say enough good things about the staff. They make her feel... comfortable and ease her nerves. They always explain everything about the process to me and answer all my questions I may have. My daughter loves coming for her visits!read more
Amber L Williams 2018-08-14T20:53:58+0000 Dr Blackburn and the staff are so amazing! They are all very caring. They remember you as a person. Dr Blackburn does... not give up on treatment...he does anything and everything to make sure you are happy in the end! I couldn't ask for a better Ortho office! I love it there and will miss everyone once my treatment is over! Thank you for all you have/are doing!read more
Kim Joy Henson 2018-08-10T00:37:49+0000 Love doing Invisalign @ 50 (more than halfway there) while my son is in upper bands (he smiles more in bands then he... did before)!Making progress!Wonderful, caring staff!read more
Amy Snyder 2018-07-31T03:28:27+0000 Can't wait for the start of my daughter to get her braces. Everyone here was so polite and answered every question I... had:)read more
Amanda Wilbur 2018-07-29T00:37:02+0000 I was very nervous starting this journey as an adult but the people here have made it super easy! They gave me the... pro's and con's on each choice and ultimately I went with invisalign. I'm almost done with my treatment and it's been a great experience! I also love the way my smile turned out 😁read more
Alexis Fuimaono 2018-07-17T16:31:31+0000 Really enjoy taking my daughter here. The staff is always so polite and kind, and any questions you have they are on... top of answering them for you. Always a great experience every visit.read more
Brooke Moore 2018-07-14T15:51:31+0000 The staff is amazing! They helped calm my daughters nerves her first visit and even called after hours to check in on... her.read more
Danielle Haislip 2018-07-13T22:33:07+0000 Took my daughter in for her check up today for a new wire and got to change her bracket colors, the appointment was... super quick and staff is always amazing as always!! Highly recommended for any orthodontist needs ��read more
Dawn Bennett 2018-07-03T15:16:59+0000 Dr.Blackburn sees both of my kids and I couldn't say enough positive things about him... he has a very good bedside... manner talking to my kids about their concerns and fears but also talking with me about mine. The office staff is AMAZING and totally on it.read more
Karena Resch 2018-04-23T13:54:09+0000 So glad we chose to get braces with Blackburn and Elrod Orthodontics. The atmosphere is fun and light-hearted. The... staff is brutally friendly and the doctors always have something positive to say which makes me feel good.read more
Lindsey Starnes 2018-04-20T14:04:00+0000 Would highly recommend. The staff is great! Always very friendly when I go in for my appointments. Love that I receive... text and email updates.read more
Frannie Ferrara Bollinger 2018-03-05T18:48:45+0000 Dr. Elrod was my orthodontist 20+ years ago, when needing to find an orthodontist for our daughter, we knew Elrod and... Blackburn was the place to go! My daughter had a broken piece come off of her braces this weekend, Dr. Blackburn called back immediately, met us at the office on a Sunday, took care of our daughter, no questions asked, we are so grateful for the amazing work that the entire staff provides! Thank you so much, we appreciate you Dr. Blackburn!read more
Natalie Lee 2017-12-26T20:44:25+0000 I have had the best experience here everyone has been so nice and helpful they will answer any question I have without... getting frustrated. I am so happy to be starting this journey where people really care.read more
Kendra Barker-Kavanaugh 2017-11-03T13:54:07+0000 I love that they get us in one time, and out as quickly as possible while still providing quality care. The staff... always has a smile on their faces and I love the way they explain everything to my child and me.read more
David Sanders 2017-10-20T17:37:42+0000 Our upstairs neighbors, Blackburn and Elrod Orthodontics, had a washing machine mishap and some water leaked down onto... us. Not only did they make sure our place was fixed back up, but they also sent us this wonderful peace offering. If they treat their downstairs neighbors this good, I can only imagine that their patients are treated with the utmost care and compassion.read more
Sarah Johnson 2017-09-28T15:09:28+0000 My family loves Blackburn & Elrod!! My two older kids went through treatment with this wonderful team of professionals.... I loved them so much, I am currently a patient as well. Remarkably talented friendly group! So blessed!read more
Johnna Huke 2017-09-27T14:32:57+0000 What a wonderful experience - the staff is AMAZING and always makes me feel welcome and at ease. So helpful and... understanding during my jaw surgery and braces journey!!read more
Stephanie L Storey 2017-09-25T17:09:12+0000 Always accommodating. Great staff! I highly recommend them.
Amber Bush 2017-06-20T12:39:35+0000 Doctors and staff are amazing! They make you feel very comfortable and a part of the process! Highly recommended!!
Kelly Felten 2017-06-13T14:01:46+0000 The staff is inviting and accommodating. High anxiety enters big smile exiting!
Melanie Dhont 2017-04-19T19:10:42+0000 Wonderful!! Took my daughter for her first orthodontics experience and it was fabulous. I saw Dr Elrod in high school... and it feels just as wonderful with the 2nd generation receiving care here.read more
Sherri L Meadows 2017-04-03T13:48:50+0000 Dr's and staff are so friendly. They are knowledgeable and helpful every time I go. They are truly great. I had a hard... time with my braces and they were so empathic and made my transition to Invisalign's so easy. Thanks guys!!read more
Debbie Heinz Coleman 2017-02-15T16:53:45+0000 If you want to go where they are so nice, they care, and they take great care of you.... it's the place to go!
Jennifer Munroe French 2016-09-28T21:51:49+0000 Dr. Elrod and Dr. Blackburn are excellent! The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. I have nothing but great things to... say about their practice.read more
Ronda Burris 2016-09-27T06:44:25+0000 staff and Dr blackburn are very friendly they made me feel comfortable about the treaments i am going thur
Denice England 2016-03-07T23:46:42+0000 Dr. Elrod and his staff took extra time to explain everything to me and made me feel secure about the treatment they... are recommending. Thank you!!read more
Claudia Andrea Molina 2015-03-27T16:32:01+0000 Dr. Elrod does exceptionally excellent work. He is a detailed oriented person and can turn difficult cases into... beautiful master pieces. I get complimented on my contagious smile all the time. Highly recommend Dr. Elrod's practice for any individual seeking quality care. The staff working under him is extremely nice, I consider them to be family/friends, you will be greeted with loving smiles. Every appointment is a great experience.read more
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