Dentistry enables me to provide life-changing outcomes for our patients. I love being able to connect with my patients and find out what is important to them. It is extremely exciting when I can figure out exactly what a patient wants and then provide the dentistry to meet that need. Listening to patients and taking the time to get to know them on a personal level it vital to provide the high level of service they deserve. Dr. Adams

Dr. John Adams earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Oklahomas dental school. He has spent years educating himself on advanced dental procedures, including tooth movement, sleep apnea treatment, and soft-tissue lasers. Certifications in Fastbraces and Invisalign allow him to improve the aesthetics and function of his patients smiles; treating sleep apnea with dental appliances can be extremely effective at preventing the health risks associated with sleep apnea; and lasers have helped lower the costs of many procedures and produce better, longer-lasting results. Dr. Adams affiliations with the American Dental Association and the American Sleep and Breathing Academy allow him to complete continuing education coursework and attend seminars throughout the year.

Dr. Adams grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and moved to Missouri ten years ago. Dr. Adams has been married to the love of his life, Ranae, for almost 20 years; they have five fantastic children, Sam, Skylie, Will, Ben, and Kate. Farm living lets them keep a variety of animals, including two dogs named Ronan and Tess, too many chickens to name, three cows, two heifers, and a steer.

Dr. Adams also spends a lot of time with his church and the Boy Scouts of America. He feels blessed to have grown up in a community that instilled good values and hard work, and hopes that he can help provide that for his children and future generations.

Ive been working in the dental field as a dentist for 24 years, though my family has been involved in the dental industry all my life. My father owned and operated a dental laboratory in 1976, and after he passed away, my older brother took it over. It seemed only natural for me to become a dentist.

As Ive practice dentistry over the years, one of the things that has stayed with me is that many of the dental restorations that Ive placed will very likely outlive me. Due to modern dental materials and methods, restorative materials are lasting longer and longer, and with people keeping their teeth longer it is a fact that many of the restorations I place today will continue to function day in and day out for decades. That is truly remarkable to me, and something that keeps me excited about the work I provide every day. Dr. Messer

Dr. Gavin Messer obtained his dental education from University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in Oklahoma City. Since graduating, he has taken an extensive number of continuing education courses in orthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, implantology, pediatrics, crown and bridge, sleep dentistry, and basic restorative to name just a few. These courses allow him to be well-versed in the latest trends in dentistry and bring the best and most complete options to his patients to help with all of their dental needs.

Dr. Messer was born in England to a military father and an English mother; they moved to Germany and then in 1976 moved to Kansas City, where his father retired and started his own business. Dr. Messer grew up in a suburb of Kansas City called Belton on the west side of the state. He practiced for many years in Colorado and moved back to Kansas City to be closer to family. He now lives in Fredericktown. Dr. Messer has two sons of whom he is very proud, Kenneth who lives with his mother in Colorado Springs and is in high school, and Spencer who is law school in Kansas City.

Dr. Messer is an avid reader, movie buff, and enjoys powered paramotor when the weather is nice. He also volunteers on the weekends at the scuba site at Bonne Terre mines, helping with their scuba classes and trips/tours.

He became an associate dentist in Virginia Beach, VA for a number of years before moving to the St. Louis area. He enjoys the challenge of providing comprehensive family dentistry to meet your unique needs in a comfortable and friendly environment. Dr. Leong is a member of the American Dental Association and Academy of General Dentistry. He is proud to be a volunteer of Mission of Mercy and Remote Area Medical providing free dental services for under-served and uninsured patients.

Dr. Kevin Leong, originally from the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, received his DDS from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and was selected to complete an AGED residency at Chase Brexton Medical Center in Baltimore, MD.

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

Our dental assistants are here to make your experience in our office as easy and stress-free as possible. Usually found working alongside the dentist, our assistants help with many of the procedures and treatments youll receive at our office. They are dedicated individuals who look forward to building a relationship with you and your family.

Our dental hygienists take great pride in giving each patient individualized care during regular checkups and cleanings. In addition to polishing your teeth and examining the health of your gums, our hygienists will also give you all the information you need to keep your teeth healthy and your smile looking its best!

Fredericktown Family Dental is dedicated to providing excellent and honest dental care for families and individuals in a clean, professional, safe, and friendly environment. We ensure this by keeping up to date on the latest sterile protocol, education, equipment, and qualified staff both clinically and professionally, to provide our patients with a dental experience on which they can rely.

At Fredericktown Family Dental, we want you to feel like youre familythat you are respected and treated with the care and concern you deserve. Drs. Adams,Messer, and Leong and our team truly care about meeting your needs with the highest levels of efficiency and comfort.

For most people, achieving a healthy, beautiful smile is the reason for choosing to receive orthodontic care. If youre self-conscious about your smile, having braces will greatly improve the way you look and feel.

When your treatment is complete, you will have the smile youve always dreamed of as well as the confidence to show it off! We also want you to feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire orthodontic experience, so our practice is dedicated to making sure that you receive the quality care you deserve.

Orthodontic appliances are made of metal, ceramic, or plastic. They may be removable or they may be brackets bonded to the teeth. By placing a constant, gentle force in a carefully controlled direction, braces slowly move teeth to the proper position.

Gone are the days when a metal band with a bracket was placed around each tooth. You can now choose from brackets that are clear or metallic, and in some cases, the color of your appliance. Wires are far less noticeable, and the latest materials are designed to move teeth faster with more comfort. Today, any age is a great age to wear braces!

Depending on several factors, including age, treatment method, and how minor or severe your case is, treatment time varies and can last between one and three years. A big factor to a successful treatment is you, the patient! The more involved and diligent you are, the quicker and more efficient your treatment will be. For children, receiving interceptive, or early treatment, can also help provide a quicker treatment time later on in life.

Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten your teeth by using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, you have the option of adding colored elastics (rubber bands) for a more unique and colorful smile.

Ceramic braces are made of clear materials and are therefore less visible on your teeth than metal braces. For this reason, ceramic braces are used mainly on older teenagers and adult patients who have cosmetic concerns. While they are visually less prominent, they do require more attention to oral hygiene, as ceramic braces are larger and more brittle than their metal counterparts. For these reasons, ceramic braces tend to be used more on upper front teeth rather than on lower teeth.

Clear aligners are a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable acrylic trays that straighten your teeth like braces. Not only are the aligners invisible, they are also removable; so, you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, this helps to make brushing and flossing less of a hassle. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment.