Pediatric Dental Specialists
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Pediatric Dental Specialists provide children’s dentistry and orthodontics at our four office locations in Leawood, Lee’s Summit, Kansas City and the Country Club Plaza. 

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Where Kids Are Dino-Mite!

At Pediatric Dental Specialists, we believe a visit to the dentist should help children feel comfortable, confident and cared for. Our pediatric dental specialists and orthodontist provide evidence-based care in offices designed around the needs and well-being of children.

From a child’s first dental visit through adolescence, our team works to create positive experiences, build trust and help families establish healthy habits that can last a lifetime. We welcome new patients at four convenient locations in Leawood, North Kansas City, Country Club Plaza and Lee’s Summit.

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Our Pediatric Dental & Orthodontic Services

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of pediatric dental and orthodontic services. If you’re looking for a pediatric dentist or orthodontist in Kansas City, Leawood, Lee’s Summit, or the Country Club Plaza, you are at the right place! Call 913-649-KIDS (5437) today.

Orthodontics & Invisalign

The team at Pediatric Dental Specialists will perform an orthodontic evaluation at every cleaning appointment.

Special Healthcare Needs

We provide individualized dental care for children and young adults with special healthcare needs.

Sedation Options

At Pediatric Dental Specialists, we offer several sedation options so care can be tailored to your child’s individual needs.

Complete Child & Adolescence Care

Children who maintain good oral health habits up until the teen years are more likely to continue brushing and flossing than children who were not taught.

Infant and Early Childhood Care

We help parents understand tooth eruption, infant oral care and factors that may contribute to early childhood tooth decay.

Pediatric Dental Emergencies

Our practice provides pediatric dental emergency guidance and care for children who experience urgent dental problems.
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Meet Our Amazing Pediatric Dental Team

Our board-certified specialists and amazing team provide Dino-Mite pediatric dental care with excellence and care at every visit. From first checkups to orthodontic treatment, we create positive, comfortable experiences that help children feel confident, supported and proud of their growing smiles.

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Meet Our Team!

Roars of Approval From Our Patients

The entire team is great! My daughters began going to Pediatric Dental Specialists when they were each about 2 years old. They are now 22 and 16. We’ve been so pleased, we’ve never gone anywhere else. Drs. Hawkinson and Crist are who we see regularly and communication is wonderful!

Tami M. Review on Google

Dr. A Thomas was amazing! My little girl had a face first into the concrete scooter accident and we were able to get in quickly and they took great care of her. The staff is sweet and professional. Autism mama approved!

Allison L. Review on Google

The staff, including the doctor, was patient with our young kids. They were gentle and made the visit as easy as possible. Our kids loved the lobby and game room, as a bonus!

Kayli S. Review on Google

Dr. Lopez is the best! She is so kind and gentle with the children and skilled at explaining things clearly to the parents. Any hygienist we have had has also been very kind and great at explaining to the children, and the parents, what they are doing and making it as quick and fun as possible.

Jessica M. Review on Google

We have been going here for nearly 13 years and have loved every experience with this dentist and all of the lovely hygienists and dentists who work here. My kids are well cared for and they are so patient with special needs and nerves and childhood fears. We love them.

Rachel E. Review on Google

The staff and dentist are amazing. I love the dentist showed and let my son feel all the tools that would bee used on him. They took there time and talked him through all of it.

Brandalyn M. Review on Google

Dental Visits Designed Around Children

We understand that children may feel uncertain about a new environment, unfamiliar sounds or an upcoming procedure. Our team takes time to introduce the experience in a way that is easier for children to understand.

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Whenever possible, we explain and demonstrate what will happen before beginning. This gives children time to become familiar with the process and helps make each next step feel more predictable.

We avoid words that may sound frightening to a child. Instead, we use approachable terms that explain care without creating unnecessary fear.

Our offices are designed with children in mind. Dinosaur-themed details, slushies and the Toy Tower help turn an ordinary appointment into a more memorable Dino-Mite experience.

We celebrate progress, participation and healthy habits. Our purpose is not simply to complete an appointment, but to help children become more confident with dental care over time.

Why Parents Choose Us

Parents choose our practice for pediatric dental care that combines excellence and care with an approach designed specifically for children. From child-friendly language and show-tell-do guidance to board-certified specialists, orthodontic care and four convenient locations, every part of the experience is built to help kids feel comfortable, confident and supported.

Dental Insurance

Pediatric Dental Specialists accepts a variety of insurance options and works to help patients receive the reimbursement available for covered procedures.

Four Convenient Locations

We proudly serve children and families throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area from four offices in Kansas and Missouri. Families can visit Pediatric Dental Specialists in Leawood, North Kansas City, Country Club Plaza or Lee’s Summit.

A Dental Home Built on Trust

We want children to feel welcomed when they arrive, supported while they are with us and proud when their visit is complete. Led by a team of four women pediatric dentists, our practice pairs pediatric expertise with patience, education and a little Dino-Mite fun. Together, we work to create a dental home where children feel comfortable and families can feel confident returning as they grow.