Family & General Dentistry in Kansas City
Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry of Kansas City is a full-service general and family dentist in downtown Kansas City. Exams, cleanings, fillings, gum care and children's dentistry for every age, in an office built around your comfort. Now accepting new patients.
Complete care for every age
Our name says cosmetic and implant, and that is where the practice built its reputation. What surprises a lot of new patients is that we are also a full general dentistry practice, and always have been. The everyday work is the foundation everything else sits on. You cannot build a beautiful smile on teeth that have not been cleaned, examined and cared for consistently.
So this is the plain version. We handle your six month exams and cleanings. We fill cavities. We treat gum disease. We make mouthguards, we treat jaw pain, and we see your kids. If something bigger comes up later, you are already in a practice that can handle it without sending you across town.
Dr. David A. Jackson, DDS, FAGD leads that care. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and completed a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency, which trained him in comprehensive treatment planning and digital dentistry. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry. In practice that means your general dentist is someone who plans your whole mouth, not one tooth at a time.
Whether you are looking for a new everyday dentist downtown or you have not been seen in a few years and want to get caught up without a lecture, this is a good place to start.
General dentistry services in downtown Kansas City
The everyday care that keeps small problems from becoming expensive ones.
Routine exams
An exam is the cheapest dentistry you will ever pay for. We check your teeth, gums, bite and jaw, and take images so we can see what is happening below the surface. Catching a small cavity now means a filling instead of a crown or a root canal later.
Professional cleanings
Brushing and flossing handle most of the job, but tartar hardens where a toothbrush cannot reach and only a hygienist can remove it. Think of it like an oil change. Skipping it does not save you money, it just moves the bill down the road and makes it bigger.
Tooth-colored fillings
When decay shows up, we repair the tooth with composite that matches your natural shade instead of dark metal. Composite bonds directly to the tooth, so we remove less healthy structure to place it. Most fillings are done in one visit.
Gum and periodontal care
Bleeding when you brush is not normal, and it is the earliest warning sign of gum disease. Caught early it is reversible. Left alone it destroys the bone holding your teeth in place, and that damage does not come back. We check gum health at every visit and treat it directly.
Custom mouthguards
Grinding at night quietly wears down enamel and leaves you waking with a sore jaw. A custom guard absorbs that force instead of your molars. For athletes, a custom-fit sport guard protects teeth far better than a boil-and-bite version from the drugstore.
TMJ pain treatment
Jaw pain, clicking, headaches that start at the temples, or difficulty opening fully can all trace back to the joint and the muscles around it. It is often treatable without surgery once we work out what is driving it, and treatment frequently starts with your bite.
Children's dentistry
Kids do best when their first visits are short, calm and free of surprises. We focus on comfort, prevention and building habits early, so the dentist becomes a routine part of life instead of something to dread.
Repairing damaged teeth
Crowns, root canal treatment, extractions, bridges and dentures all live under restorative care. If a tooth is cracked, painful or too far gone for a filling, this is where it gets handled.
Replacing missing teeth
Implants replace a missing tooth root and all, so the neighboring teeth stay put and the jawbone keeps its shape. Implant dentistry is a core strength of this practice, both the surgical and the restorative side.
What your first visit looks like
New-patient appointments make people nervous mostly because they do not know what is coming. Here is the whole thing, so there are no surprises.
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Forms and a phone call first
We are a phone-first office, so your first contact is with a person, not a form. Our team will confirm your insurance, answer cost questions up front, and send your patient forms ahead of time so you are not filling out a clipboard in the waiting room.
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Images and a full exam
We take the X-rays needed to see below the surface, then examine your teeth, gums, bite and jaw joints. Digital imaging keeps this quick and keeps exposure low.
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Your cleaning
If your gums are healthy, your hygiene visit usually happens the same day. If we find active gum disease, we will explain what we found and plan the right treatment instead of rushing a standard cleaning that would not address it.
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A plan in plain language
We show you the images, explain what we found, and separate what needs attention now from what can wait. You get the cost picture before anything is scheduled. Our patients tell us they never feel rushed or pressured, and that is deliberate.
Comfort is not an afterthought here
Plenty of people put off the dentist for years because of a bad experience somewhere else. Our investment in technology and amenities exists for exactly those patients. Headphones with your choice of music and massage chairs are part of a standard visit, not an upsell.
Tell us at the start if you are anxious. We will slow down, explain each step, and stop whenever you need a break. Most patients who had been avoiding the dentist get fully caught up in a couple of comfortable appointments.
Already a cosmetic patient?
Nothing changes. Your general care and your cosmetic care happen in the same chair with the same team, which is how we keep your treatment planned as a whole rather than in pieces.
Why Kansas City patients choose our practice
Dr. David A. Jackson, DDS, FAGD
UMKC School of Dentistry, plus a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency covering comprehensive treatment planning, digital dentistry and complete implant dentistry. Member of the Academy of General Dentistry. Meet the doctor.
One office, full range
General, cosmetic, implant, restorative, oral surgery and emergency care under one roof. If your needs change, your dentist does not have to.
Downtown convenience
We are at 2101 Charlotte St in downtown Kansas City, close to the Crossroads, Hospital Hill and Midtown. Early morning appointments most days make it workable around a job downtown.
Smile Club for the uninsured
Not having insurance should not be a barrier to care. Our Smile Club is a discount program that makes treatment, including cosmetic work, more affordable.
Insurance and financing
We accept dental insurance and verify your benefits up front. For anything beyond what insurance covers, we have partnered with Cherry for payment plans. See insurance and financing.
Loyalty and specials
Existing patients have access to a loyalty program, and we run patient specials through the year. Ask the front desk what applies to you when you call.
What our patients say
Serving downtown Kansas City and nearby neighborhoods
Our office sits at 2101 Charlotte St in the Hospital Hill area, minutes from the Crossroads and the downtown loop. We see families from across Kansas City, including River Market, Midtown, Westport and the Country Club Plaza. If you work downtown, an early morning appointment often means you are done before your day starts. More about our downtown location.
Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry of Kansas City
2101 Charlotte St #330
Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: (816) 897-4288
Office hours
- Monday7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Tuesday7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Thursday9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Saturday and SundayClosed
Common questions from new patients
Are you accepting new patients in Kansas City?
Yes. We are accepting new patients of all ages at our downtown Kansas City office. Call (816) 897-4288 and our front desk will get your first exam and cleaning scheduled. If you have records or recent X-rays from a previous dentist, let us know and we can request them so you do not repeat imaging you have already had.
Do you take my insurance, and what if I do not have any?
We accept dental insurance and our team will verify your benefits before your visit so you know your coverage ahead of time. If you do not have insurance, our in-house Smile Club is a discount program that makes care more affordable, including cosmetic treatment. We have also partnered with Cherry for payment plans, and we offer a loyalty program and patient specials.
Do you see children and families?
Yes. We provide children's dentistry alongside adult care, so families can be seen at the same practice rather than splitting appointments between offices. Early visits are short and focused on getting a child comfortable in the chair and building good habits before problems appear.
How often should I get a cleaning and exam?
Every six months works for most patients. If you have a history of gum disease, frequent decay, or certain medical conditions, we may recommend a three or four month interval so problems get caught earlier. We will tell you which schedule fits you rather than applying the same one to everyone.
Where are you located and is parking available?
We are at 2101 Charlotte St #330 in downtown Kansas City, in the Hospital Hill area just south of the Crossroads. Call the office at (816) 897-4288 before your first visit and our team will walk you through exactly where to park and how to find suite 330.
How do I book my first appointment?
Call (816) 897-4288. We are a phone-first office, which means you talk to a real person who can answer questions about insurance, timing, and what your first visit will involve. You can also reach us through the contact page on our site and we will call you back.
Looking for a dentist your whole family can use?
General dentistry, cosmetic care and implants in one downtown Kansas City office. New patients welcome, insurance accepted, financing available.
2101 Charlotte St #330, Kansas City, MO 64108