Seeing your child’s
smile is the best part of our day.
Our Mission
Your Child – Our Commitment
The choice of your child’s dental home is important. At Stanley Pediatric Dentistry your child is our commitment. The scope of our practice delivers comprehensive dental care for infants through high school graduation in a child centered environment. Our team members are highly trained and experienced professionals that set us apart from other offices. We feel it is important to have all cleanings performed by experienced Registered Dental Hygienists. Dr. Stanley is a Board Certified Pediatric Dental Specialist trained to treat children, including those with special needs or dental fears.
Office Environment
Today’s families are busy, so our practice is designed to let you make the most of your time with us. You’ll be welcomed by Gina’s Southern charm offering you a cup of coffee or bottled water. Children feel at home entertaining themselves with our dinosaur play house, computers, reading nook, and creative corner. At Stanley Pediatric Dentistry parents are welcome to stay in the lobby during appointments or be in the treatment room if they prefer. Due to space constraints, we request only one parent accompany their child in the treatment area with the exception of new patient toddler visits.
We respect your time and run a tight schedule, but we’ll always have enough time to answer your questions. At Stanley Pediatric Dentistry, parents are always welcome back in our treatment area.
We celebrate
kids at
each milestone.
Meet Dr. Kathryn Stanley
Our focus is
always on your child’s comfort and safety.
Our Pediatric Dentist Office
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Our Policies
Welcome!
Stanley Pediatric Dentistry‘s goal is to provide the best possible dental care for infants, children, teens, and kids with special healthcare needs. Our team will strive to make sure your child has a positive experience while maintaining the highest level of safety and care. Our pediatric dental office has the latest state-of-the-art equipment to make sure your child has access to everything they may need. We designed our office with children in mind. We offer a fun, comfortable environment, which ensures an enjoyable and productive experience.
We always consider all appropriate treatment options and try to present the most conservative plans when possible. It is important for us to be helpful to our patients and families and answer any questions you may have regarding your child’s dental care. Starting early with prevention and good habits will help build a life-long smile and positive relationship with Dr. Kate and her team.
Thank you for trusting us with your child‘s dental needs.
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We are available
Mon, Tues, Wed 8:00- 5:00
Thurs 7:30 - 4:00
Summer Hours
7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Policies
Our office attempts to schedule appointments at your convenience and when time is available. There are certain types of appointments that are only available certain times of the day or certain days of the week. We require a 24 hour cancellation notice
Preschool children should be seen in the morning because they are fresher and we can work more slowly with the child for their comfort. School aged children for routine visits can be scheduled throughout the day. Sedation appointments are scheduled only in the morning. Our afternoon appointments are reserved for preventive care visits and minor emergencies.
We require a 24 hour cancellation notice.
Financial Information
Payment for professional dental services is due at the time dental treatment is provided. This includes deductibles and co-insurance. We accept cash and most major credit cards as well as Care Credit.
For patients that require dental treatment, we will customize a treatment plan unique to your child. Our treatment coordinator will review the recommended treatment and the estimation of your dental insurance reimbursement.
Every effort will be made to provide a treatment plan which fits your timetable and budget, and gives your child the best possible care...
Our Team
Our primary asset is our talented and friendly staff.
Your child’s appointment will be comfortable and enjoyable because of the extensive training our team has received and the relaxed environment that we have created.
We cultivate a relationship with each of our patients, which not only ensures better children’s dental care, but also turns a visit with Dr. Kate into a visit between friends. Our team members look forward to enjoying a long term relationship with both you and your children.
Children are Our
Specialty.
Your Child’s First Pediatric Dental Visit
We are dedicated to great first visits...
We, along with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recommend you bring your child around their first birthday or 6 moths after their first tooth erupts.
During your first visit to Stanley Pediatric Dentistry, you will likely be greeted in the lobby by Gina our patient care coordinator. Gina will get you checked in and verify all paperwork is in order while your child is entertained with computer games, the dinosaur playroom, or our art corner. You will then accompany one of our specialized team members to a treatment room with a TV on the ceiling and their choice of available shows. Our team member will then give special introductory information, discuss any concerns for your child, and review tips for keeping their teeth healthy. They will walk you and your child through the steps of their first preventive care visit or cleaning. Then, Dr. Kate will join you at the end for a thorough exam to assess for decay and abnormalities, complete an oral cancer screening and orthodontic assessment. If necessary, we will outline any existing dental problems and recommended treatment. Lastly, we will complete your visit by discussing any remaining questions you may have before meeting Allison, our Treatment Coordinator, to check out and schedule your next appointment. We offer a “treat” after every appointment of Twisters Frozen Custard, organic apple sauce, or allergen free Italian Ice.
We request that you complete our First Visit Forms at least 48 hours prior to arriving for your appointment. This helps our office keep your and everyone else’s scheduled visit on time and allows us time to verify and enter your specific insurance coverage if applicable.
Schedule your child’s visit today!
We teach healthy habits
for a lifetime of beautiful smiles.
What is a Pediatric Dentist?
A Pediatric Dentist, like Dr. Kate, are specialists dedicated to the oral health of children and the monitoring of their facial growth and development. Our office is designed for treating children from infancy through adolescence, as well as the medically and the physically compromised.
Why choose a Pediatric Dentist?
A pediatric patient not only has a different dentition than adults but he/she may have specific dental and behavioral needs that are unique to a child. These needs may include orthodontics, dental sealants, fluoride applications or home treatments, or just simply education in oral hygiene. In addition to treating existing dental problems, our office focuses on prevention through patient and parent education. We like to feel that you and your child do not come to our office to have their “cavities fixed” but rather to prevent them. Our office provides all of the educational tools necessary for our patients to enjoy a cavity-free future.
What is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist?
When a Pediatric Dentist is Board Certified it means that the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry or ABPD certifies that the dental care being provided is based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality oral health care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special health care needs. Certification by the ABPD provides assurance to the public that a Pediatric Dentist, like Dr. Kate, successfully completed accredited training and a voluntary examination process designed to continually validate the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to the delivery of quality patient care.
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
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Trusted by parents, loved by kids.
"I took my 11 month old in for her very first visit and the whole experience was great start to finish. The entire staff was friendly and knowledgeable from the initial call to set up the appointment to checking out. All of my questions were answered and we were given resources for our specific needs. Dr. Kate was wonderful and so patient and kind with my reserved little one. I would most certainly recommend Stanley Pediatric Dentistry to friends and family."
-Brittany D., google
"Absolutely wonderful! They made our visit so fun and upbeat. My son can’t wait for his next cleaning."
-Bethany C., google
"We have always had a great experience here. The ambiance is lovely with a fun, dinosaur theme that kids love but it also soothing and pleasant for adults. My son loves the frozen yogurt/custard treat he gets afterwards, too."
-Laura R., Google
"My 4 year old had major anxiety about going to the dentist. HUGE shoutout to Shelby who IMMEDIATELY put my girl at ease and made the entire experience not only tolerable, but enjoyable! Shelby walked her through every single step of the appointment in a calm, patient, and positive manner and it helped my daughter tremendously. By the end of the appointment and for the rest of the day, my daughter wouldn’t stop saying how fun she thought the dentist was. She loved the kid’s play area as well! The twisters custard afterwards was a huge win too! This place and the people who work there were amazing!"
-Rachel R., google
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Dr. Kate Stanley was born and raised in Olathe, Kansas, and comes from a dental family. Her father is a general dentist and her brother an oral surgeon.
Dr. Kate went to Olathe South High School where she was active with sports and the dance team. Dr. Stanley then graduated from the University of Kansas with a BA in human biology in 2001 and went on to graduate from the UMKC School of Dentistry. After six years as a general dentist in Olathe, her passion for working with kids led her to complete a two year residency in pediatric dentistry at the Oregon Health and Science University’s Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Stanley is a board certified pediatric specialist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and active member of the American and Kansas Dental Associations. She is honored to be a member of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and sits on the board for the UMKC School of Dentistry Alumni Association. Dr. Kate is a past president of the 5th District Dental Society of Kansas and is currently Treasurer for the Kansas Dental Association.
Dr. Stanley was also a dance instructor and choreographer for nearly 2 decades, but has since hung up her tap shoes for more time with her active family. Dr. Kate and her husband, David, stay busy with their 3 children and 2 dogs.
Establishing Your Child’s Dental Home
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents and other care providers to help every child establish a dental home by 12 months of age. Establishing a dental home provides some key components to dental care for your child including...
• Comprehensive oral health care including acute care and preventive services.
• Individualized preventive dental health program based upon a caries-risk assessment.
• Anticipatory guidance regarding growth and development.
• Plan for acute dental trauma (emergencies).
• Dietary counseling.
• Referrals to dental specialists when care cannot directly be provided within the dental home.
• Referral at an age determined by patient, parent, and pediatric dentist.
