Dr. James J. Dixson graduated in 1992 from William Jewell College with a Bachelors Degree in Biology. In 1996 he completed his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri at Kansas City- School of Dentistry. Dr. Dixson began his dental career as an associate in private practice. He also practiced in a variety of public health settings, including the corrections system and county welfare boards. In addition, he served as the first dentist for the Childrens Mobile Dental Program, Miles of Smiles. This was an opportunity to provide non-for-profit services to children in need in the Northland Community. After many years of public dental service, Dr. Dixson followed his lifelong dream and opened his own practice, at this location, in December of 2004.
Hygienist, office coordinator, and business partner, Leigh Anne joined the practice the first year it opened in 2004. She holds a bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from UMKC and is committed to lifelong learning through continuing education. Over the years, shes helped set the tone of our practice, which is fun, personable, and relaxed. With 16 years of experience, Leigh Anne is very knowledgeable about all aspects of dentistry and plays a large role in Liberty Park Dentals continued growth and success. Leigh Anne and Dr. Dixson live in Kansas City with their four children and Gretta, their Doxie.
Cindy joined the Liberty Park Dental family in 2018 as our Front Office Receptionist responsible for answering phone calls, walking patients through the checkout process, and updating patient information. She enjoys spending time with her family which means lots of traveling! Her favorite part of spending time with her family is the countless fun memories they make with one another.
Jennifer, a California native who has lived all over the United States including Florida, received her degree in dental hygiene from Miami Dade College and has over 40+ years of experience in the dental field. She moved to Kansas City and joined the Liberty Park Dental family in 2017. In her free time, Jennifer is active in her church and loves to travel to historic sites with her girlfriends, paddleboard, experiment with cooking, and spend time with her husband.
Heather joined Liberty Park Dental in 2012 as our lead dental assistant, helping Dr. Dixson in all aspects of patient care. Heather enjoys working with people and educating them on proper dental care. Heather studied dental assisting at Metropolitan Community College Penn Valley. She loves to go to the lake and spend her free time with her son, Patrick.
Lisa joined our office in November 2015 as one of our receptionists, but now serves as our insurance coordinator. Lisa is an expert in insurance verification and is always willing to help wherever she is needed. Lisa and her husband, Mark, enjoy spending time with their two little girls, who keep them constantly on their toes.
Quayla just recently joined the Liberty Park Dental Team in June 2019 after completing her degree in dental assisting here in Kansas City, MO. She is responsible for assisting Dr. Shapiro as well as turning over rooms, assisting hygienists, and helping with various administrative duties. During her free time, Quayla loves to travel the world with friends and family. Her favorite place she has visited so far is Las Vegas!
Cassidy joined Liberty Park Dental in 2017 as one of our dental assistants. She spends most of her day with pediatric patients, assisting Dr. Dixson, and serves as a utility assistant responsible for the clinical flow as well as front desk administrative duties. During her free time, Cassidy enjoys the outdoors whether it be boating, camping, or swimming with her friends, family, and three kids.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 43 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestSam Hudgins
3 years ago
Always a great experience. 6 years and counting. Hygienists are the best. Scheduling and billing are courteous and accommodating. No nonsense approach, tell it like it is, in a professional caring manner.
Johnny Dollar
3 years ago
From the time you walk in until the time you leave, you will experience hands down the best service in the KC Metro! The staff gets to know you and your family and makes it feel like a family environment. Staff works with great care to make sure you're comfortable during appointments as well as provide flexibility when scheduling appointments. I know my teeth are in great hands at Liberty Park Dental.
Johnny Dollar
4 years ago
From the time you walk in until the time you leave, you will experience hands down the best service in the KC Metro! The staff gets to know you and your family and makes it feel like a family environment. Staff works with great care to make sure you're comfortable during appointments as well as provide flexibility when scheduling appointments. I know my teeth are in great hands at Liberty Park Dental.
Sam Hudgins
4 years ago
Always a great experience. 6 years and counting. Hygienists are the best. Scheduling and billing are courteous and accommodating. No nonsense approach, tell it like it is, in a professional caring manner.
Chow
4 years ago
Update: Still no response or communication from this practice as of 4/2/19. I really wanted this dental practice to be great! I've heard all great things. I sent the below email about my experience on 4/6/18 and have not received a phone call, text or email. I really thought they would try to make it right. Very disappointed. I sincerely hope they contact me to make this right. I hope to be able to edit this review in the future. Email: Due to recent events, I need to cancel all of my appointments moving forward. I am actively seeking a dental team that can meet my needs. I am not pleased with the way in which my appointment went on 4/5/2018. Equipment malfunctions, time issues and the way the filling does not match the color of my normal tooth are just a few reasons for my dissatisfaction. My appointment was at 2pm for 3 fillings. I was scheduled for a 1 hour slot. I did not leave the office until 3:43 pm with only 2 of the 3 fillings worked on. I felt panicked, anxious, pain and also like I was drowning during my visit. I am already terrified of dental procedues and I do not feel like you did anything to put me at ease. Some suggestions; 1. Don't schedule so many patients at once. 2. Show more empathy for the nervous/anxious patient. 3. Make sure your equipment is in order before starting procedues. 4. Read and familiarize yourself with the patients chart. 5. Stop inundating me with emails, calls and texts about upcoming appointments. I recieved 3 text messages, 3 emails and 1 phone call about my appointment on 4/5/18. Notification a couple of days prior to the appointment should be sufficient.
Justin Dunham
4 years ago
This place is falsely advertised as being open on Saturdays. It is not. In fact, it is only open Fridays by special appointment.
Dan Prince
4 years ago
Update: Since my first visit and Melissa the hygienist, I have had two other hygienist at each of my two other visits. My preference is to have the same hygienist year after year. Apparently that isn't going to be possible here, presumably because of the high turnover. Also an update: I had a crown replaced which then broke a month later. I expected a quick replacement but had to wait 2 months for an appointment just to retake the molds. 3 months with a broken crown is not acceptable. As far as dentistry, Dr. Dixon is clearly skilled. But, I think the business model leaves patients with my expectations wanting. I have my teeth cleaned religiously every 6 months. I am usually pretty hesitant when using a new hygienist, and I was hesitant with Melissa as well. However, she did the absolute best job that I've ever had done. I also truly appreciated the openness and the honesty of the entire staff. They understand that people have a choice and they seem to be doing their best to make sure that you get the service that you deserve. This was my first time visiting, but they will be my primary dentist from now on.
Richard Ford
4 years ago
(Mrs. R.Ford)..This place is EXCELLENT! I am soooo glad Dr. Shapiro is in a perfectly well oiled, top notch place. He is BACK in K.C. area and I am GRATEFUL! This office staff is the best. ..Friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, conscientious and polite. The BEST Hygienist EVER!!!!!! I have had over 13 crowns and a bridge over many many years so I know of what I speak. I have been in and out of dentist and doctor's offices and this is "wow"! These people are SPOT ON and Dr. Shapiro rates as high as they come for me. I've had all sorts of issues in the past but NONE with bad experiences with him. He left K.C. and I was NOT happy with any experience after that ...My son saw his pic on a billboard that he was back and I'M ELATED to say I was one of his FIRST patients in his new location . HE is going to GET the bad stuff RIGHT! CAN'T go wrong in this place!
Richard Ford
5 years ago
(Mrs. R.Ford)..This place is EXCELLENT! I am soooo glad Dr. Shapiro is in a perfectly well oiled, top notch place. He is BACK in K.C. area and I am GRATEFUL! This office staff is the best. ..Friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, conscientious and polite. The BEST Hygienist EVER!!!!!! I have had over 13 crowns and a bridge over many many years so I know of what I speak. I have been in and out of dentist and doctor's offices and this is "wow"! These people are SPOT ON and Dr. Shapiro rates as high as they come for me. I've had all sorts of issues in the past but NONE with bad experiences with him. He left K.C. and I was NOT happy with any experience after that ...My son saw his pic on a billboard that he was back and I'M ELATED to say I was one of his FIRST patients in his new location . HE is going to GET the bad stuff RIGHT! CAN'T go wrong in this place!
Dan Prince
5 years ago
Update: Since my first visit and Melissa the hygienist, I have had two other hygienist at each of my two other visits. My preference is to have the same hygienist year after year. Apparently that isn't going to be possible here, presumably because of the high turnover. Also an update: I had a crown replaced which then broke a month later. I expected a quick replacement but had to wait 2 months for an appointment just to retake the molds. 3 months with a broken crown is not acceptable. As far as dentistry, Dr. Dixon is clearly skilled. But, I think the business model leaves patients with my expectations wanting. I have my teeth cleaned religiously every 6 months. I am usually pretty hesitant when using a new hygienist, and I was hesitant with Melissa as well. However, she did the absolute best job that I've ever had done. I also truly appreciated the openness and the honesty of the entire staff. They understand that people have a choice and they seem to be doing their best to make sure that you get the service that you deserve. This was my first time visiting, but they will be my primary dentist from now on.
Chow
5 years ago
Update: Still no response or communication from this practice as of 4/2/19. I really wanted this dental practice to be great! I've heard all great things. I sent the below email about my experience on 4/6/18 and have not received a phone call, text or email. I really thought they would try to make it right. Very disappointed. I sincerely hope they contact me to make this right. I hope to be able to edit this review in the future. Email: Due to recent events, I need to cancel all of my appointments moving forward. I am actively seeking a dental team that can meet my needs. I am not pleased with the way in which my appointment went on 4/5/2018. Equipment malfunctions, time issues and the way the filling does not match the color of my normal tooth are just a few reasons for my dissatisfaction. My appointment was at 2pm for 3 fillings. I was scheduled for a 1 hour slot. I did not leave the office until 3:43 pm with only 2 of the 3 fillings worked on. I felt panicked, anxious, pain and also like I was drowning during my visit. I am already terrified of dental procedues and I do not feel like you did anything to put me at ease. Some suggestions; 1. Don't schedule so many patients at once. 2. Show more empathy for the nervous/anxious patient. 3. Make sure your equipment is in order before starting procedues. 4. Read and familiarize yourself with the patients chart. 5. Stop inundating me with emails, calls and texts about upcoming appointments. I recieved 3 text messages, 3 emails and 1 phone call about my appointment on 4/5/18. Notification a couple of days prior to the appointment should be sufficient.
Justin Dunham
5 years ago
This place is falsely advertised as being open on Saturdays. It is not. In fact, it is only open Fridays by special appointment.
Beth S
5 years ago
I have been going here for a couple of years, as well as my 4 year old boys. Every visit has been a great experience. They have so much patience and are extremely helpful. They go above and beyond.
Kathryn Gauer
5 years ago
Dr. Dixson and his staff are wonderful! They are professional, caring and thorough.
Carmen Williams
5 years ago
I hate going to the dentist, but Dr. Dixon and the rest of the staff have always taken good care of me! Sometimes you have to schedule appointments farther out than I'd like, and I wish they were open on Friday's, otherwise they're the best!
Carmen Williams
6 years ago
I hate going to the dentist, but Dr. Dixon and the rest of the staff have always taken good care of me! Sometimes you have to schedule appointments farther out than I'd like, and I wish they were open on Friday's, otherwise they're the best!
Beth S
6 years ago
I have been going here for a couple of years, as well as my 4 year old boys. Every visit has been a great experience. They have so much patience and are extremely helpful. They go above and beyond.
Kathryn Gauer
6 years ago
Dr. Dixson and his staff are wonderful! They are professional, caring and thorough.
Scoots D
6 years ago
In pain and I needed them to pull a tooth. They told me I'd have to make an appointment for x-rays and then come back at a later date to have the service is done. Go somewhere else
Anastasiya Christiansen
6 years ago
Wonderful staff and doctor! I had a terrible root canal and wisdom teeth that needed pulled. Wisdom teeth were pulled with no issues and super fast. And the root canal took longer simply because the doctor did not like how he did it the first time. :) I am a very satisfied customer.
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