Kansas City Dental Connection
Leadership. Education. Networking.
Endorsed By AADOM.
UPCOMING EVENT
Clear Aligners:
Transforming Smiles and Sleep Health
Grant Smith DDS
16971 W 94th St, Lenexa, KS 66219
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
6:00pm CST
UNLOCK YOUR
CAREER POTENTIAL
Become a Member of the DPLN in Kansas City.
As a dental management professional, you’re often responsible for the education, training, and development of your team and practice. But what about your growth?
The Dental Professional Learning Network (DPLN) was formed to connect you with like-minded peers and provide professional growth opportunities, including education, networking, and the collective resources and wisdom of your local dental community. From marketing and insurance to human resources and legislation, you’ll never face challenges in this industry alone again.
Discover all the perks of becoming an AADOM-recognized member of our local DPLN.
BENEFITS
Discover why our local DPLN is endorsed by the American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM).
Professional Growth
Deepen your knowledge, develop your skills, and become an expert through comprehensive training programs and resources. Stay informed of industry and local trends, best practices, and innovative strategies to help you thrive in your role.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded professionals who share your passion for leadership and dental office management. Build relationships, exchange ideas, open new doors, and learn from a diverse community.
Local Support
Benefit from the collective experience and wisdom of peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in dental management. Count on your tribe for support, advice, and collaboration.
Recognition & Credibility
Enhance your professional reputation and credibility in the industry as a leader committed to personal growth and development. Reach new accomplishments within yourself and your dental practice.
What Members Are Saying
TAMARA WHITLEY
Practice Administrator,
Whitley Family Dental, Dallas, Texas
"2022 AADOM Testimonial
JENNIFER STEADMAN
Practice Administrator and Coach,
Methuen, MA
"2022 AADOM Testimonial
BEVERLY WILBURN
Office Manager,
Karl A. Smith DDS LLC, Alexandria, Virginia
"2022 AADOM Testimonial
Testimonials
Being a part of a chapter means that I am always learning and growing and I am not alone. I have the support and encouragement of my chapter members plus the AADOM tribe. We are a support group like no other. I would not be where I'm at in my career without them.
Tricia Calhoun
AADOM local is a game changer. Being able to meet with other dental managers that are dealing with the same issues as our office is eye opening. I no longer feel like I am on an island. I have made lifelong friendships and have been able to further my education and career.
Angie Coffey
UPCOMING EVENTS
In-Person | Virtual
Medical Billing
Speaker: Leslie Icenogle
NEW DATE TBD
TBD
(Virtual)
Patterson Dental
11280 Renner Blvd, Lenexa, KS 66219
Virtual
Saving Practices Millions in Five Easy Steps
Speaker: Cheryl McKenna
March 28th 2024
6:30pm - 8:00 pm CST
Zoom
EVENTS Schedule
Register Today To Save Your Spot
KC Dental Connection Welcomes Back:
Grant Smith DDS
Clear Aligners:
Transforming Smiles and Sleep Health
We're thrilled to invite you to an educational evening with Dr. Grant Smith as he returns to KC Dental Connection to share insights on how Clear Aligner Therapy is reshaping the way dental teams approach both smile aesthetics and sleep-disordered breathing.
What You'll Learn
Whether you're an Office Manager or part of the Business Office team, this event will give you valuable tools to:
• Understand the connection between malocclusion and obstructive sleep apnea
• Explore how clear aligners can help improve smiles, bites, and breathing
• Identify new opportunities to market these services to current and new patients
• Support your doctors in building a more profitable and comprehensive practice
Dr. Smith brings a practical, real-world approach to implementing these services successfully—and he’ll show you how to become a stronger partner in your practice’s growth.
Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 16971 W 94th St, Lenexa, KS 66219
SAVE THE DATES
Virtual
Analyzing the Health of Your Practice
Shasta Clark (Paragon Dental Solutions)
December 11th 2025
5:30 - 8:00 pm CST
Kalahari Resort Round Rock, TX
In-Person
Post Conference Roundtable
September 25th 2025
TBD
TBD
In-Person
AADOM Conference 2025
September 4th - 6th 2025
5:30 - 8:00 pm CST
Kalahari Resort Round Rock, TX
BOARD MEMBERS
TERRI GREENE GUTHRIE, FAADOM
President
HALSEY HAHNE
Vice President
SHELLY OTTE, MAADOM
Board Member
MELISSA SMITH, MAADOM
Board Member
Danielle McGinnis, FAADOM
Board Member
Joanne Miles, DAADOM
Board Member
Tamela Jones, DAADOM
Board Member
BENEFITS FOR THE DENTISTS
As a dentist, you may be wondering how AADOM can benefit you.
Is our membership worth the investment?
We turn dental practice managers into dental practice ROCKSTARS.
There are so many advantages well-supported administrators can bring to your practice:
You can feel confident that your dental practice manager and admin team can implement new procedures and best practices to improve your bottom line.
See improved patient recall, patient satisfaction, and efficiency at your office.
Dentists can focus on dentistry rather than the business, admin, and marketing side of the practice.
Your dental practice has a trained expert who is up-to-date on current legislation, insurance, marketing practices, and more.
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Would You Like To Learn More?
Learn more about our #kansascitytribe and discover why Kansas City Dental Connection is for you.
We have members from:
Kansas
Missouri
Illinois
Maryland
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