Trusted Referral Partners for Specialized Dental Care
At Blacker Family Dental, we’re proud to be part of the greater dental care community in the Kansas City area. Over the years, we’ve built strong relationships with trusted specialists who provide services beyond our scope, and we’re pleased to share these referral partners with our patients so they can receive the highest quality care.
Dr. Jeffrey Lenius
DDS, MSD
Dr. Jeffrey Lenius, DDS, MSD is a trusted orthodontic specialist in Overland Park, Kansas. Through Lenius Orthodontics, he provides personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults, including Invisalign clear aligners, braces, and other advanced orthodontic treatments. Dr. Lenius has been serving patients through his own practice since 2014 and is known for combining hands-on care with modern digital technology to create healthy, confident smiles. He has also been recognized as one of Kansas City’s Top Orthodontists and ranks among the top 1% of Invisalign providers worldwide.
Lenius Orthodontics
8764 W. 151st St.
Overland Park, KS 66221
(913) 357-1212
LeniusOrtho.com
Dr. Tae Kong
Dr. Tae Kong, of University Park Endodontics is a skilled endodontic specialist serving the Kansas City area. A Kansas City native, Dr. Kong earned his BS in Chemistry from Creighton University and his DDS from UMKC in 2005. He completed a General Practice Residency at the University of Iowa and received his certificate in Endodontics from the University of Nebraska in 2008. Since then, he has been in private practice limited to endodontics, combining technical excellence with nearly two decades of experience to provide smooth, personalized care for every patient.
University Park Endodontics
11201 Nall Ave, Ste 130
Leawood, KS 66211
(913) 491-0056
KCRoot.com
Dr. Kyle Barry
Dr. Kyle Barry of Valencia Endodontic Associates is a skilled endodontic specialist serving patients in the Kansas City area. A native of Lathrop, Missouri, Dr. Barry earned his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences with Honors from the University of Missouri, his Doctor of Dental Surgery from UMKC School of Dentistry, and completed a general practice residency at Truman Medical Center. After several years in general dentistry, he pursued advanced specialty training and earned his certificate in Endodontics from the University of Iowa in 2020.
Valencia Endodontic Associates
4700 Belleview Avenue, Suite 100B
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 561-9666
ValenciaEndodontics.com
Dr. Brent F. Newby
Dr. Brent F. Newby of KC Dental Implants & Oral Surgery is a respected oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving patients in the Kansas City area. Raised in western Kansas, Dr. Newby combines a strong work ethic with a compassionate approach to care. He earned his dental degree from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry and his medical degree from the University of Kentucky. His clinical focus includes dental implants, full-arch restoration, and complex oral surgery.
KC Dental Implants & Oral Surgery
7701 W. 119th St.
Overland Park, KS 66213
(913) 529-5999
KCDIOS.com
Dr. Seth Rush
Dr. Seth Rush of Rush Periodontics & Dental Implants is a board-certified periodontist serving patients in the Kansas City area. He earned his undergraduate degree in Chemistry from William Jewell College and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Dentistry, where he was selected for the Periodontal Honors program. He completed his periodontal training at Saint Louis University and has extensive experience in treating periodontal disease, soft tissue grafting, and dental implant therapy. Dr. Rush is committed to providing advanced, esthetic-focused care for his patients.
Seth Rush Periodontics & Dental Implants
9249 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 444-8822
RushPerio.com