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Cosmetic Dentistry · Kansas City, MO

Cosmetic Dentistry in Kansas City

11 clinics · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments people book to change how their smile looks - veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, smile makeovers and tooth-colored crowns. Most practices in this directory offer several of these under one roof, which matters because bigger smile plans are usually quoted as a package rather than per menu item. When comparing clinics, look at how they present their work: before-and-after galleries of their own patients, clear per-tooth or per-treatment pricing, and a consultation that ends with a written quote. Google review volume is a useful first filter - established cosmetic practices tend to have long review histories. Confirm treatment options and pricing at a consultation with a licensed dentist.

Below are 11 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Kansas City, MO, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Dr. Kirk J. Opdahl, DDS (4.9★, 91 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in Kansas City

Typical Kansas City pricing: a single implant (implant, abutment and crown) usually runs $2,800-$6,000, porcelain veneers about $1,000-$2,200 per tooth, and Invisalign about $3,500-$6,800. The Plaza and Johnson County anchor the premium end.

See our full guide to dental clinics in Kansas City for local pricing and how to choose.

Top cosmetic dentistry clinics in Kansas City

  1. 1
    Dr. Kirk J. Opdahl, DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Dr. Kirk J. Opdahl, DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Independence, MO · 4.9★ (91).

    ★ 4.9 · 91View →
  2. 2
    Dr. John Snow D.D.S.
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Dr. John Snow D.D.S.

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Independence, MO · 4.5★ (17).

    ★ 4.5 · 17View →
  3. 3
    Gary L. Nesslein, D.D.S. M.D.
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Gary L. Nesslein, D.D.S. M.D.

    Kansas City

    Oral surgeon in Kansas City, MO · 4.1★ (14).

    ★ 4.1 · 14View →
  4. 4
    McAllister Lillus G DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    McAllister Lillus G DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Victory Hills, MO · 5★ (14).

    ★ 5 · 14View →
  5. 5
    Bishop Charles w DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Bishop Charles w DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Platte Ridge, MO · 5★ (10).

    ★ 5 · 10View →
  6. 6
    Sunflower Family Dentistry Dr. Mark Gilmore DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Sunflower Family Dentistry Dr. Mark Gilmore DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Coronado, MO · 5★ (10).

    ★ 5 · 10View →
  7. 7
    Ferguson Brett DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Ferguson Brett DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Downtown Kansas City, MO · 4.2★ (10).

    ★ 4.2 · 10View →
  8. 8
    SDental Clinic
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Seton Center Family & Health Services: King Mark DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in East Side, MO · 4.7★ (10).

    ★ 4.7 · 10View →
  9. 9
    Dr. Jason Baker
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Dr. Jason Baker

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Kansas City, MO · 4.6★ (9).

    ★ 4.6 · 9View →
  10. 10
    Rechtien Jr Robert DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Rechtien Jr Robert DDS

    Kansas City

    Dentist in Gladstone, MO · 5★ (8).

    ★ 5 · 8View →
  11. 11
    Thomas Scott DDS
    Cosmetic Dentistry

    Thomas Scott DDS

    Kansas City

    Pediatric dentist in Kansas City, MO · 4.1★ (8).

    ★ 4.1 · 8View →

FAQ

Cosmetic Dentistry in Kansas City - common questions

How many clinics offer cosmetic dentistry in Kansas City? +
Tooth Compass lists 11 dental clinics offering cosmetic dentistry in Kansas City, MO, ranked by Google review volume.
Who has the best-rated cosmetic dentistry in Kansas City? +
By Google review volume, Dr. Kirk J. Opdahl, DDS is the most-reviewed cosmetic dentistry clinic in Kansas City (4.9★, 91 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.
How much does cosmetic dentistry cost? +
It depends on the treatment mix: in-office whitening typically runs $300-800, porcelain veneers about $900-2,500 per tooth, and crowns $800-2,500 each. Multi-treatment smile makeovers are usually priced as a package. Ask for an itemized written quote at a consultation with a licensed dentist.
How do I choose a cosmetic dentist? +
Look at before-and-after photos of the practice's own patients, Google review volume and rating, and whether the office provides a written treatment plan with itemized pricing. Comparing quotes from two or three consultations is normal and worth the time.
Does dental insurance cover cosmetic dentistry? +
Most plans treat purely cosmetic work such as whitening or veneers as elective and don't cover it, though restorative parts of a plan (like crowns) may be partially covered. Many practices offer financing or payment plans - ask what the office accepts when you book a consultation.
How much do dental implants cost in Kansas City? +
A single dental implant (implant, abutment and crown) in Kansas City typically runs $2,800-$6,000. Full-arch All-on-4 treatment usually starts around $15,000-$17,000 per arch. Confirm the itemized total at a consultation.
Does the UMKC dental school offer lower-cost implants? +
Yes - the UMKC School of Dentistry on Hospital Hill treats patients at substantial discounts under faculty supervision, including implant and denture cases. Expect longer timelines and weekday scheduling; for flexible patients it is the best value in the region.
How do I choose an implant dentist in Kansas City? +
Verify a periodontist, prosthodontist or oral surgeon handles placement, expect CT/3D imaging, and compare itemized quotes from both sides of State Line Road - identical work often prices differently between Missouri and Johnson County.
Which Kansas City areas have the most dental clinics? +
The Country Club Plaza, Brookside and Waldo lead the Missouri side, with premium clusters in Leawood, Overland Park and Prairie Village across the line, plus the Northland around Zona Rosa. The ranked list below covers the metro by reviews.

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Other treatments in Kansas City

Dental ImplantsAll-on-4 & Full MouthVeneersInvisalign & Clear AlignersTeeth WhiteningCrowns & BridgesDentures