Dr. Jerry F. Cash
Dr. Jerry Cash attended the University of Arkansas, majoring in biology and minoring in psychology. After receiving his graduate degree, he was accepted into the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, where he completed the normal four-year general dentistry training program in three years, spending his final year at the school as a clinical instructor. While practicing general dentistry, he returned to UMKC Dental School for specialized training in orthodontics. Dr. Jerry received his Master of Science degree in Orthodontics and was honored as “Outstanding Senior in Orthodontics.” Dr. Cash then moved his family to Springfield, Missouri, where he began his practice in 1976.
He cherishes family time and the relationships of family and friends. He is also involved in professional organizations and church, and volunteers with several community agencies.
Making good lifestyle choices and encouraging positive self-esteem is extremely important to Dr. Cash. He enjoys interacting with patients of all ages and helping them to “love their smiles.”
Dr. Cash also exceeds the required continuing education seminars each year and is committed to remaining on the cutting edge of orthodontics. With the use of new and advanced technique and technology, there is no need for a child or an adult to go through life embarrassed to smile.
Dr. Tara R. Cash
Dr. Tara joined her father’s practice in October, 2008. She enjoys interacting with patients of all ages and helping them “love their smile.” Making good lifestyle choices and encouraging positive self-esteem is extremely important to her.
After completing a Bachelor of Interior Design degree, Tara went back to school for two years to complete the necessary science requirements to apply for dental school. Dr. Tara was one of 100 out of 1100 college applicants to be accepted to the UMKC Dental School. She graduated in the top of her class, making an “A” on the National Boards, distinguishing herself in dental school. She was then one of four, accepted to the UMKC Orthodontic program out of over 200 dentists who apply. On August 8, 2008 Tara R. Cash graduated from the UMKC Orthodontic Residency program.
Dr. Tara’s Personal Accomplishments:
- Resides in the Springfield area and is a graduate of Kickapoo High School.
- A clinical instructor for undergraduates at the UMKC Dental School.
- Vice-President of “Students Take Action” which is a community service for the dental school in the Kansas City area.
- Participated in raising funds for the free cancer clinic at the dental school by running a marathon.
- On the honor committee in her Orthodontic Residency.
- Spent two weeks in Venezuela doing dental work in an orphanage.
- 1 of 3 trained orthodontists in Missouri for nasoalveolar molding for cleft lip and palate in infants.
- Practiced in an Invisalign Premier Practice.