Meet your Higginbottom Orthodontists!
We are excited to welcome you to Higginbottom Orthodontics! We look forward to working with you and your family to achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. Our goal as your orthodontists is to provide you with a rewarding experience that leaves you smiling for years to come. We love working with all of our patients and watching as their smiles, and their confidence transforms with each treatment they receive. We promise to give you and your family the attention, treatments, and results that you expect and deserve. We are passionate about our work as orthodontists, and it shows with each smile we create!
Meet Dr. Mark Higginbottom
As an orthodontist, I believe in the amazing benefits of a beautiful smile; and as your orthodontist, I want to help you achieve a smile that gives you the confidence and happiness you deserve. I was born and raised right here in Easton so I feel a great connection to the wonderful community I serve, and I consider all of my patients to be like family. From my fellow dentists and peers, to my dedicated office staff, to my wonderful patients who put a smile on my face, every day I am reminded why I chose to become an orthodontist!
Education
I received a BA degree in biology from Syracuse University, graduating magna cum laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors—honors from the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society. My dental school education was at the University of Pennsylvania where I received a doctor of dental medicine (DMD). From that university I went to the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery where I received my Certificate in Orthodontics. It was also at that institution that I was recruited to teach in the Department of Orthodontics as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthodontics.
Continuing Education
I strongly believe in continuing education as a way to stay current on the latest products and treatment techniques in orthodontics. I regularly participate in continuing education through being a member of several orthodontic and dental associations, including:
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists
- Maryland State Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Eastern Shore Dental Society
- Easton Dental Educators Study Group
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Dr. Higginbottom always has Something to Smile About
I value the time I spend with my family, so when I am away from the practice you can often find me in the company of my loved ones. My wife, Rhonda, and I have three grown sons, one daughter-in-law, and one precious granddaughter. I am very proud of my family, and welcoming new family members into my life is such a joy!
In addition to spending time with my family, I enjoy music, playing tennis, traveling, and raising thoroughbred horses. Music, especially the piano, organ, and singing ensembles have always played an important role in my life, and I actively participate in a variety of music program at my church and within the Easton community.
Ryan Higginbottom
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Kyle Higginbottom
University of Maryland Dental Student
Meet Dr. Erik Higginbottom
I believe that exceptional orthodontic care has the amazing ability to change lives; and, as your orthodontist, I look forward to giving you the life-changing experience that you deserve. I love working with my patients and watching how their self-esteem grows with each treatment they receive and every happy smile they share! I am passionate about orthodontics, and having grown up right here in Easton, I feel that being an orthodontist is a great way to give back to a community that has given me so much over the years. I feel honored whenever I have the opportunity to treat a patient, and I look forward keeping Easton smiling for many years to come.
Education
After graduating from Easton High School, I attended Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College) where I received a bachelor of arts in Biology and graduated magna cum laude with Phi Beta Kappa honors. I went on to attend University of Maryland Dental School, where I earned my doctor of dental surgery degree and graduated summa cum laude.
During my dental school education I was awarded several distinguishing honors, including:
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society
- The University Gold Medal for Scholarship and Certificate of Merit
- National Council Scholastic Achievement Award-Psi Omega Fraternity
- The Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics
- The George B. Clendenin Memorial Award
- Served on the Committee for Recruitment and Admissions
After finishing dental school I chose to continue in my pursuit of becoming an orthodontist. I attended the University of Maryland where I received my Certificate in Orthodontics as well as a master’s degree in Oral Biology. During my orthodontic residency, I was trained in the orthodontic treatment of children and adults with conventional braces, the Damon® System, and Invisalign® (clear aligner therapy). I was also educated in using temporary anchorage devices to facilitate tooth movement as well as the soft tissue laser to provide optimal gingival aesthetics. In addition, I served on the Cleft Lip and Palate Teams at Johns Hopkins University and Kernan Hospital.
Erik Higginbottom’s Curriculum Vitae
Continuing Education
I believe in the benefits of continuing education as a way to stay up-to-date with current orthodontic products and treatment techniques. I participate in continuing education as a way to continue offering the best, most effective treatments to my patients.
Even Outside of the Practice, Smiling is a BIG Part of Dr. Erik’s life
When I’m away from the practice I enjoy spending time with my family. My wife, Melissa, and I met in high school and were married in 2003. Melissa is a pediatric hygienist and she really enjoys her job working with children. In addition to spending time with family, I love watching sports, talking sports, and cheering on my favorite teams! There isn’t a sport that I don’t enjoy! My favorite teams are the Washington Redskins, Baltimore Ravens, and Baltimore Orioles!
Community involvement is also important to me and I am involved with the Young Professionals of Talbot County, am an Assistant Coach of Easton High School’s Men’s Varsity Soccer Team, and am on the Board of Directors of the Dina Humanitarian Foundation.