S4L Awards Chyann Holifield Orthodontic Scholarship

Rector High School 8th grader Chyann Holifield received her braces today! After reading her application the Board of Directors decided that Chyann would definitely benefit from braces and use her beautiful new smile to help others. The application read as follows, "She is a wonderful lady who has overcome a lot. She deserves to have that confidence and to feel good about herself. As you know, children can be mean sometimes but Chyann always seems to rise above the teasing and it has made her more aware of how she treats people. She has more compassion for other kids that get teased like she does and she takes them under her wing and makes sure they know they have a friend in her always." Way to go Chyanne and congratulations on beginning the road to your new smile.

Abria Scott Receives Orthodontic Scholarship

Abria Scott of Jonesboro received her braces today from Smile for a Lifetime, NEA/Bootheel of Missouri. In Abria's application her mother said, "We as parents just want what's best fo our children and feel that if we could please get some help with braces Abria would come out of her shell and continue to blossom into a beautiful young woman." The board of directors agreed and selected Abria to receive orthodontic care at no cost. Several other letters of recommendation accompanied Abria's application and all spoke of what a wonderful young lady she is. Congratulations Abria! We expect to see great things out of you in the future as you strive to reach your potential.

Patient Appreciation Party

More than 900 patients, parents and friends showed up this morning at the Paragould Cinnemas to watch Night at the Museum II. With popcorn and sodas all around, a great time was had by all. The Fergus-Burris Orthodontic Team wants to thank all who participated and made this year's party the biggest and most successful to date. We truly appreciate our patients!

Tye Ward Gets Braces Today!

Tye Ward, the May recipient of an orthodontic scholarship from Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, Central Arkansas, received his braces today. Tye and his father had a big morning... getting braces, giving interviews and posing for photos! We look forward to Tye styling in Life and Home and The Sentinel-Record! I'm so excited for Tye. Straight teeth and a great smile will only enhance his already wonderful personality. He certainly is a deserving guy and has truly earned his orthodontic scholarship. We expect to see big things out of him in the future...

The Board of Directors for Smile for a Lifetime, Central Arkansas accepts applications and meets quarterly to pick three deserving youngsters to receive orthodontic scholarships. Applications are available at S4L.org. This is life-changing work and as Cheryl Hicks said in her letter recommending Tye, "The outside world is cruel and people are judged by their smile. I would like to see Tye have a chance to have a great smile. This would be one of the greatest gifts he could ever receive. This is a gift for a lifetime."

West Memphis Patient Appreciation Party

Saturday night at Autozone park in Memphis was the annual Fergus-Burris Team patient appreciation party. We had a great turnout and enjoyed seeing you all there to watch the Redbirds. The weather was perfect - a little cool but no rain and the fireworks really capped the evening. Dr. Fergus and I truly appreciate all of you and hope you enjoyed the evening. Thanks so much for joining us.

Cassandra Nolen Gets Her Braces Today!

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, NE Arkansas/Bootheel of Missouri is pleased to announce that Cassandra Nolen received her orthodontic scholarship today! Cassandra is an 18 year old Junior at Holcomb High School and is described by Kris Noblin (counselor at Holcomb High) as, "polite and pleasant, not to mention a responsible student". "As you are well aware, this [the orthodontic scholarship from S4L] would not only add to her appearance, but would boost her self-esteem", Noblin continues. The S4L board of directors selected Cassandra based on her story and potential and expects great things from her in her senior year at Holcolm High School. Congratulations Cassandra!

Taryn McCuiston Gets Her Braces!

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, NE Arkansas/Bootheel of Missouri is pleased to announce that Taryn McCuiston received her orthodontic scholarship today! Taryn is a 9 year old third grader at Marked Tree Elementary and her teacher Mrs. Mary Kidd described her as, "a sweet young lady", and said that she would benefit from a great smile. We are so happy the Board chose Taryn to receive this wonderful gift. Congratulations to Taryn and her family!