We pledge to give your child the basis for a lifetime of excellent dental health. It is our goal to assure your childs optimal oral health both in our practice and at your home. Our dental care techniques use the most current and progressive methods supported by accepted research. Dr. LeBlanc actively participates in dental educational research to assure that we remain current at the highest level.

Michael LeBlanc, originally from El Paso, Texas, received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry in 2003. Upon graduation, Dr. LeBlanc completed a two-year pediatric dental residency at Childrens Mercy Hospital.

Dr. LeBlanc was very active in dental school, both academically and clinically. In 2003 he received the distinct Pierre Fauchard Award for clinical excellence as well as the prestigious Arthur Iwerson Award for excellence in pediatric dentistry. Throughout his career, he has continued to be active in the dental community. He is board-certified, a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, former president of the local dental society, as well as a former chair of the New Dentist Committee. Currently, Dr. LeBlanc is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, a member of the American Dental Association, and a member of the Kansas Dental Association. He is fluent in Spanish and has volunteered for various dental missions in Venezuela and Mexico. Locally, he has participated in volunteer events for the Team Smile organization and the Kansas Special Olympics.

Casey Rhoads, originally from Hays, KS, is a graduate of the University of Kansas. She then went on to attend the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry where she was awarded her DDS degree.

Dr. Casey Rhoads completed her pediatric dental training and obtained her MDS in Memphis, TN at the UTHSC College of Dentistry, LeBonheur Childrens Hospital and St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital. She received extensive training in behavior management, hospital sedation, and special needs dentistry. Dr. Rhoads was awarded the Ralph E. McDonald Award at the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry annual session in 2016. Dr. Rhoads is board certified through the American Board of Pediatric Dentists and is an active member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Rhoads has been part of the LeBlanc & Associates team since 2015.

Dr. Rhoads is passionate about her profession and truly enjoys every day she gets to come to work and interact with all the children and staff. She is thrilled and honored to be a part of each childs amazing adventure through life.

Dr. Rhoads enjoys being active, traveling, and exploring new places with her husband and their two children. They love living in this great community and are always looking for new and exciting ways to experience KC!

Dr. Rebecca Ferns grew up in a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. She received her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California. She began her dental education at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, graduating with Pediatric Honors in 2015.

After completing dental school, Dr. Ferns practiced general dentistry at a community health center in Lawrence, Kansas. It was during this time that she confirmed her desire to pursue a specialty in pediatric dentistry.

Dr. Ferns obtained her Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Southern California. Her training included treating patients with special healthcare needs at Childrens Hospital Orange County. She is a board-certified pediatric dentist and a member of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Despite growing up in St. Louis, she and her family have always been avid KU fans. She has always gravitated toward the Kansas City area and has enjoyed planting roots here with her husband, Ryan, over the past few years. It is an honor and privilege to be a part of the Leblanc & Associates team and provide care for the children of our community.

Dr. Brent Church is a native of Memphis, Tennessee. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Mississippi, and then he pursued his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Tennessee. Following the completion of his DDS degree, he completed a two-year residency program specializing in pediatric dentistry at the University of Tennessee.

Dr. Church is a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, as well as a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the Kansas Dental Association. When hes not at the office, Dr. Church enjoys golfing, running, and watching sports. As a transplant to Kansas City, Dr. Church has become an avid Royals and Chiefs fan.

Dr. Kyle Pedersen was born and raised in Elgin, Illinois. After receiving his dental degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, he went on to complete a two year pediatric dental residency program at the University of Texas Health Science Center- San Antonio. Dr. Pedersen is a board-certified pediatric dentist and an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

After completing his pediatric residency in 1994, Dr. Pedersen moved back to the Chicago area where he worked in private practice, got married and started a family. In 2015, Dr. Pedersen and his wife Maritsa, a family physician, began working for a non-profit organization and subsequently moved overseas with their four children. After studying Spanish for one year in Costa Rica, his family moved to the Dominican Republic where they lived for four years. During those years, they worked alongside community leaders and pastors, and supported various ministries focused on community development, medical and dental care.

Since moving to Kansas in August 2020, Dr. Pedersen has transitioned to becoming a Royals, Chiefs and Sporting KC fan. He and Maritsa also enjoy cheering on their children in various sporting activities. In his spare time, he enjoys running, tennis and improving his Spanish.

Dr. Mary Le grew up in the Kansas City area until dental school. She then moved to San Francisco for residency and then the Central Valley after marriage. After having kids, she and her husband decided to return to Kansas City to raise their family.

Dr. Mary Le has been a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry for over 15 years. She graduated from the six-year B.A./D.D.S program at UMKC in 2000. She then received a certificate in pediatric dentistry at University of California-San Francisco in 2003. In addition, she received a Masters degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at University of California-San Francisco in 2003. She specializes in Oral Health Education and Minimally Invasive Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Le loves Pediatric Dentistry because its an amazing feeling to coach a child to be comfortable in the dental chair and teach them the importance of good oral health. A healthy and bright smile starts young and is the best beauty accessory!

Dr. Emily Meyer, DDS, grew up in both Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. She earned her undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University before attending dental school in Baltimore at the University of Maryland. Dr. Meyer then completed her medical residency at NYU Langone Hospitals, earning the prestigious title of Chief Resident. Shes been a part of our dental family since 2018, when she joined us while her husband, Louis, worked on finishing his medical residency at the University of Missouri in Kansas City.

She said she loves being an integral part of our team and community because we create such a welcoming environment that is genuinely team-oriented where you feel like youre with close friends. Dr. Meyer always treats everyone like family, putting what is best for you and your smile first above all else.

Olivia grew up in southeast Kansas. After graduating from high school, Olivia went on to continue her education at Missouri Southern State University. She graduated in May 2017 with a bachelors degree in Health Science and an associates in Dental Hygiene. Following graduation, Olivia began working at LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children, where she immediately felt at home! Olivia loves the environment of the office, the encouragement of the doctors, relationships with her peers, and interactions with patients. In her free time, Olivia enjoys spending time with her family and exploring all Kansas City has to offer.

Johnna grew up in a small town south of Kansas City. She graduated from high school with the aspiration to be a dental hygienist, a dream she carried since middle school. Her older sister is a dental assistant and inspired Johnna to pursue a career in the dental field. After high school, Johnna attended Highland Community College, playing softball for the Scotties and graduating in 2011. After attending Highland, Johnna began the Dental Hygiene Program at Johnson County Community College and graduated in 2013 before joining the dental hygiene team at LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children that May. Johnna enjoys working in dental pediatrics and finds it gratifying to create a calm and caring atmosphere to ensure a positive experience for children. Her goal is to make childrens dental experiences fun, educational, and pleasant, leaving them with a smile they have confidence in! In her spare time, Johnna enjoys being outdoors and attending sporting events. Johnna is a proud mother of four very fun and active kids. Roman is 13, Jadyn is 12, Josie is 11 and the newest addition, her son Miko who is 5 months old! Johnna enjoys spending her weekends at wrestling tournaments, the ball fields and the volleyball games.

Blair graduated from Kansas State University in 2012 with a bachelors degree in Biology. She went on to receive her associates degree in Dental Hygiene from Johnson County Community College and graduated in 2015. Quickly enamored with the fun and upbeat environment pediatric dentistry offers, she began working at LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children immediately upon receiving her license and has been here ever since! Blair enjoys building a rapport with both children and their parents, offering dental hygiene education, and creating the best dental experience possible. She enjoys spending her free time with her husband Brandon, her family, and her friends.

Prior to Laurens Dental Hygiene degree, she attended The University of Kansas where she earned a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. After teaching in Kansas City for three years, her passion to be a dental hygienist grew as she noticed the great need for dental education in the areas she was serving. Lauren started working at LeBlanc & Associates Dentistry for Children in 2015 as an assistant, where she was able to use her education in a whole new field, and her desire to expand her knowledge and skills increased. With the fantastic training and background she was given at LeBlanc & Associates, she was accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at Johnson County Community College, where she graduated in 2018. Shortly after graduation, she returned to L&A as a dental hygienist. Lauren loves the comforting care LeBlanc & Associates provides to children and families, and the rewarding feeling at the end of each day. Lauren has a 5-year-old daughter who keeps her busy outside of work with extracurricular activities. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys KU, Royals, and Chiefs sporting events, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Ashlyn has been with LeBlanc and Associates since 2019 now serving as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She is from a small town called Wilson in Kansas. Wilson is home of the worlds largest Czech Egg! She attended Colby Community College and received her Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene. Ashlyn has always been a hands-on worker and that is one of her favorite things about being a hygienist at LeBlanc & Associates. She is a people person and enjoys being a part of the LeBlanc & Associates Family. She loves talking with patients and getting to know each of them and all their crazy adventures at the dental office. Ashlyn enjoys putting a smile on every single patients face that she sees. She is passionate about promoting a healthy smile in children and instilling that at a young age. Whenever she isnt in the office, she likes to spend her free time with her Australian shepherd. They go on walks and like to explore dog parks in Kansas City! He keeps her on her toes chasing after all the squirrels. She is an avid KC sports fan and is always cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs and the Kansas State Wildcats!

Ally grew up in a small town in northeast Kansas. After high school she attended Kansas State University before getting into hygiene school. She attended Central Community College in Hastings, NE. While in hygiene school, Ally also took online courses through the University of South Dakota to then graduate with her Bachelors of health science in dental hygiene. After graduation, she decided to move the the Kansas City area and begin working at LeBlanc and Associates. Allys favorite part about her job is getting to meet new people and making kids experiences fun and inviting. In her free time she enjoys running outdoors, exploring local restaurants, and spending time with friends.