It was not Dr. Andersons original plan to become a dentist. While pursuing his interest in science and music at The University of Missouri, a friend encouraged him to apply to dental school. After attending his first several classes, his love and passion for dentistry quickly became evident. I knew right away it was what I was meant to do. It was the perfect balance of all the things I was good at, I just never saw it, Dr. Anderson says.
Dr. Anderson grew up in Kansas City as an outgoing middle child that loved to tinker with things. He has always loved music, but it was his interest in how things worked that steered him towards science. After graduating from Center Senior High School, he enrolled at MU in Columbia Missouri to complete his undergraduate studies, then graduating from The School of Dentistry at the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1986.
Growing up, going to the dentist was not a pleasant experience, he says, and I have set out to change the way people feel about visiting the dentist. First, we have highly trained friendly dentists and a top notch dental team that provides first rate care. Secondly, we designed our dental offices to be more comfortable and less clinical feeling, so the patient starts the visit feeling relaxed as soon as they walk through our doors. All of this helps to create a relaxing environment built to provide the best dental care available. One of the things I am most proud of is many of our patients say that we make going to the dentist fun.
Outside of his profession, Dr. Anderson is constantly on the go. I was a youth baseball coach for nearly 15 years and have coached teams all the way from t-ball up through high school. Baseball is the perfect game for teaching kids the lessons of life. With three boys of his own, Dr. Anderson used baseball as a way to exercise, communicate and teach them many of the life skills they will need to be well adjusted and highly productive men in the future.
Two organizations that Dr. Anderson is proud to be involved with are Waterfall Canyon Academy and Oak Grove School in Ogden, Utah. They help kids with severe learning and social deficiencies overcome these barriers in a loving and nurturing environment. Dr. Anderson is acting president of both their PTAs. He is also the fundraiser and social event planner. We want them to have a Homecoming and a Prom and everything in between, he says. I never thought I would be a PTA President for a schools half way across the country, but it is the most rewarding thing I have ever done. Dr. Anderson also enjoys traveling; taking his sons on an annual boys trip with their grandfather, fly fishing and social gatherings with family and friends. His quieter pursuits include reading and working the land on his farm with his headphones on enjoying music.
I was originally was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri where I graduated from Rockhurst High School. I attended Marquette University in the fall of 2007. While attending Marquette, I earned my Bachelors degree in Construction Engineering and Management. Pushed by a desire to change lives in the medical field, I found my passion in dentistry. I attended the University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) School of Dentistry where I earned my Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in May of 2018. I enjoy multiple areas of dentistry and make patient comfort my number one priority. Outside the office, I enjoy spending as much time as possible with family and friends, and participating in all types of sports, especially golf. I look forward to building future relationships and becoming a part of the community.
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Rating 3.9 out of 5 based on 14 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestLindsay Wood
2 years ago
Very kind and friendly. Oh, the dental work is good as well.
Melissa Hays
3 years ago
I have never had a simple 6 month cleaning take three people, two hours, and cause pain until I came here. Hands down the worst dental experience of my life.
Lyniece Brown
3 years ago
Went in for cleaning, found out I needed two root canals. Got those done temp crown continuous fall off on both tooths. Had to take on several times..then I got my permanent crowns a week later one had a hole on it had to go back, they put another temp on it that fallen off. Reached out to manager which was not helpful she said she would talk to dr about my crowns. Next time I got a call back was to let me know my crown had came in. Worst experience in a dental office. Now I have pain in my crown.
Melissa Hays
3 years ago
I have never had a simple 6 month cleaning take three people, two hours, and cause pain until I came here. Hands down the worst dental experience of my life.
Lyniece Brown
4 years ago
Went in for cleaning, found out I needed two root canals. Got those done temp crown continuous fall off on both tooths. Had to take on several times..then I got my permanent crowns a week later one had a hole on it had to go back, they put another temp on it that fallen off. Reached out to manager which was not helpful she said she would talk to dr about my crowns. Next time I got a call back was to let me know my crown had came in. Worst experience in a dental office. Now I have pain in my crown.
Colby Weavers
4 years ago
Best dentist I have ever come across all work here hands down. I love these people. They listen to your concerns and answer all you question without any hit of attitude and thats refreshing to see these days.
Sara I
4 years ago
Everyone here is super nice, I've never felt more welcomed at a dentist before. Everything about the place is comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and even entertaining. Very easy experience.
Ryan Anderson
4 years ago
Been going there for 10 Years, they own multiple locations (others have 4.5 stars. I go to this one most of the time, some time the plaza... always friendly, never had random cancellations! Good place to go.
Colby Weavers
5 years ago
Best dentist I have ever come across all work here hands down. I love these people. They listen to your concerns and answer all you question without any hit of attitude and thats refreshing to see these days.
Ryan Anderson
5 years ago
Been going there for 10 Years, they own multiple locations (others have 4.5 stars. I go to this one most of the time, some time the plaza... always friendly, never had random cancellations! Good place to go.
Sara I
5 years ago
Everyone here is super nice, I've never felt more welcomed at a dentist before. Everything about the place is comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and even entertaining. Very easy experience.
Rudy Benavente
5 years ago
Good service
Arika Greenwood
5 years ago
Dr. Anderson and his team have taken care of me and my husband for years and their services have been nothing but exceptional. I especially love that I can watch a movie and get a paraffin wax while the staff tends to my dental needs. You must select this team for your dental needs!
Rudy Benavente
6 years ago
Good service
Arika Greenwood
6 years ago
Dr. Anderson and his team have taken care of me and my husband for years and their services have been nothing but exceptional. I especially love that I can watch a movie and get a paraffin wax while the staff tends to my dental needs. You must select this team for your dental needs!
Jennie Hammond
6 years ago
Let me start by saying I think Dr Anderson is a great dentist. However somehow I got switched to another dentist in the office. I had some work needing to be done. Im no pain with the tooth. Dr Perry went in to a tooth that I needed a crown on and said he'll know once he's in there if I needed a root canal or not . Said I didn't. Went home and was in pain and dealt with it for a good week. Went back and told him this is hurting. He then realized I DID need a root canal. At this point it was infected. Did partial root canal. Temp fall off the next day had to go back still hurt. He did another root canal. Didn't give any pain management for this. Then I call and they said I need to see a root specialist if it's still borrowerimg me because it's waking me in the middle of the night. At this point I now took off 4 half days for 1 tooth. Still in pain refused to give any pain meds. It's not been a good experience at all.
Jennie Hammond
7 years ago
Let me start by saying I think Dr Anderson is a great dentist. However somehow I got switched to another dentist in the office. I had some work needing to be done. Im no pain with the tooth. Dr Perry went in to a tooth that I needed a crown on and said he'll know once he's in there if I needed a root canal or not . Said I didn't. Went home and was in pain and dealt with it for a good week. Went back and told him this is hurting. He then realized I DID need a root canal. At this point it was infected. Did partial root canal. Temp fall off the next day had to go back still hurt. He did another root canal. Didn't give any pain management for this. Then I call and they said I need to see a root specialist if it's still borrowerimg me because it's waking me in the middle of the night. At this point I now took off 4 half days for 1 tooth. Still in pain refused to give any pain meds. It's not been a good experience at all.
Dead Dog Design Inc.
9 years ago
I had invisalign done here. Dr. Perry and his staff did a wonderful job. Very friendly staff.
Dead Dog Design Inc.
10 years ago
I had invisalign done here. Dr. Perry and his staff did a wonderful job. Very friendly staff.
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