Periodontal Specialists
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We spend time with our new patients to help them understand what they need to do to maintain healthy teeth and gums. We're blessed to have such amazing patients that have posted 5-star reviews for us on Google. At Periodontal Specialists, we are committed to ensuring that each patient receives signature services of excellence and care.

Our practice philosophy is grounded in the belief that optimal oral health can best be achieved by establishing and nurturing a partnership between practitioner and patient. By combining our expertise with your commitment and cooperation, we can work together to restore the quality of your oral health.
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Our board certified specialists and our amazing team continues to provided periodontal and implant services with excellence and care. Dr. Daniel Thomas earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry in 1990.

He then entered UMKC's Advanced Education Program in Periodontics, graduating in 1992 and earning a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology and Certificates in Periodontics, Implant Dentistry and Intravenous Conscious Sedation.He has been practicing Periodontics and Implant Dentistry in Leawood, KS, since 1994 and in Kansas City, MO, since 2007.
Our board certified specialists and our amazing team continues to provided periodontal and implant services with excellence and care. Due to loose, shifting teeth, or teeth that bite too hard, occlusal adjustment or bite adjustment may be necessary. Your KC Periodontist can evaluate your smile to determine if cosmetic periodontal surgery can improve the appearance of your smile.
Our board certified specialists and our amazing team continues to provided periodontal and implant services with excellence and care. What is a Periodontist? A Periodontist is a dentist who has specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases affecting the supporting structures of teeth including gums and bone.
Our board certified specialists and our amazing team continues to provided periodontal and implant services with excellence and care. We congratulate you on taking the first step toward better periodontal health! Our hope is that our website will help you better understand your course of treatment and answer any questions you may have regarding your periodontal therapy.
Our board certified specialists and our amazing team continues to provided periodontal and implant services with excellence and care. We spend time with our patients to help them understand what they need to do to maintain healthy teeth, implants and gums. We are the only board certified periodontal specialists and implant surgeons who have convenient locations and we accept most insurance plans.
Reviews (10)
Dan Hakes
Dan Hakes
Nov 11, 2021
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My dentist referred Periodontal Specialists to look at an old crown that was showing signs of decay in the roots. Dr. Daniel Thomas consulted with me about the condition of the tooth and even though it wasn't good news, I am pleased with his diagnosis and treatment plan. I am very pleased with the personalized care that Dr. Thomas has given me and I recommend to go through Periodontal Specialists for their special dental care services.
Updated 12/2/21: I have had two implant studs placed as part of the ongoing treatment and Dr. Thomas and the dental assistants continue to provide the care with
Michael La Salle
Michael La Salle
Aug 03, 2021
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Dr. Combs and Mirabel are a professional tandem team that is second to none. Had an implant done two years ago, and Dr. Combs did wonderful work. I go every year for a follow-up and I always feel respected and welcomed. Mirabel does a great job of explaining everything that they are doing and really knows her stuff. Dr. Combs always puts me at ease and takes the time to answer all of my questions. I always leave feeling that I have been heard and feeling that I have a solid team behind me for care of the implant, and my teeth in general.
Linda Hopkins
Linda Hopkins
Jun 15, 2021
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Consistently a superb experience. Dr. Melissa Combs is very knowledgeable, professional and treats patients with the utmost respect and kindness. In addition, her entire staff is also excellent--from hygienist, office manager, reception staff, billing, etc. A very good experience and this does not even take into account that the office has always been pristine! If you need any periodontal work, exam, etc. this should be your first (and only) stop. We sincerely appreciate our experience every time we've had an appointment. The best of the best!
Scott Cooper
Scott Cooper
Feb 13, 2021
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This practice provided what I was looking for - a laid out plan for treatment, including estimated out-of-pocket costs. Dr Combs was well versed in her field and was able to explain the details to me without talking over my head.
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Office Office
Nov 18, 2020
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I love my visits to Periodontal Specialists. The staff is always polite and professional and I absolutely love my hygienist, Alice, as well as Doctor Thomas. Great place to go for your periodontal care.
John Fagan
John Fagan
Aug 30, 2020
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My first experience with Dr. Dan Thomas came from a referral by my Dentist to go see him due to a horizontal crack in my molar on the very back top, left side. That is a hard place for any Dentist to work. I opted for a permanent tooth to be installed which was an 8 month process and I went in about every 6 weeks to be sure my jaw bone was not rejecting it.
Dr. Thomas and his whole staff, especially Alice and Dora, could not have been more hospitable. They always took the time to make sure I was comfortable and pain free. I would highly recommend their practice to young and older people alike
Shaina Seaborne
Shaina Seaborne
Jun 25, 2020
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I am an RN who researched Dr’s, read all of the reviews before choosing a Doctor for consultation. Dr Daniel Thomas was very thorough and funny which put me at ease. His staff was very warm and welcoming. I wanted to be as prepared as possible for what to expect after a gum graft so I watched the procedure online. That made me even more nervous come procedure day! Dr Thomas began humming and singing as he begun the procedure. It helped put me at ease so much I asked him not to stop. He sang to me for the ENTIRE PROCEDURE!!! He was phenomenal! I don’t numb easily and he made sure I didn’t
Carl Hartley
Carl Hartley
Jun 25, 2020
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As a long time patient of Periodontal Specialists I am very satisfied with the care I have always received. My last recent visit remained the same with quality, caring treatment by everyone there who are very professional and capable. Comfort for the patient remains exceptional and I recommend them without reservation.
Susan Miller
Susan Miller
Jul 14, 2019
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In my 72 years I have had a variety of dental experiences, some excellent some pretty awful and this has been one of the best. I was surprised by how much I learned. The doctor took time with me and explained not just the care plan but also the intricate and complex factors that resulted in my dental issue. Dr. Thomas is a warm genuine and caring professional.
Ai Ra
Ai Ra
Jun 29, 2019
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This review is specifically to praise the receptionist Autumn. Autumn has gone absolutely above and beyond her duties as a receptionist and scheduler in helping me schedule a appointments despite a completely packed schedule. She has called me every single time an appointment matching the availability I gave her became available, even after I changed my availability. Thanks to her (and of course the wonderful staff at periodontal associates) I was able to finally get my toothache resolved.