Kansas City Dental Connection
Leadership. Education. Networking.
Endorsed By AADOM.
UPCOMING EVENT
Billing Red Flags:
Is Your Practice Compliant?
with SHASTA CLARK (Paragon Dental Solutions)
Virtual
December 11th, 2025 | 6:30 PM
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
Billing Red Flags:
Is Your Practice Compliant?
Enhancing Your Policies for Accuracy, Efficiency, & Compliance in Dental Billing.
Shasta Clark
Founder & CEO of Paragon Dental Solutions
December 11th, 2025
6:30 PM
Virtual
Accurate Coding
Knowledge of Denials of Necessity/Inclusivity
Dual Insurance
Knowledge of your state laws
for insurance billing & Patient Billing
Necessity Proven by Documentation
Understanding Contracts & Clauses
Outsourcing to a Reputable Company
Patient Culture: Insurance-driven
vs Treatment-driven
In-Person
AADOM Conference 2026
September 3rd - 5th 2026
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Orlando, FL
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
OUR LOCAL SPONSORS
Founder/CEO, Paragon Dental Solutions
With extensive experience in dental billing, Shasta takes a strategic approach to navigating the complexities of claims processing, dental coding, and reimbursement. She excels at analyzing data, identifying patterns, and refining processes to enhance efficiency and drive results. Staying at the forefront of industry regulations and compliance standards ensures she delivers the highest level of expertise in an ever-evolving field. Her passion for helping others succeed inspired her to found Paragon, creating a platform to support dental practices and expert billers nationwide. Through Paragon, she empowers practice owners and their teams to streamline operations and achieve their professional goals. Shasta believes mastering dental billing is essential to every practice’s success — and helping others navigate this challenging landscape is one of the most rewarding parts of her work.