Top Rated Implant and Cosmetic Dentists of Kansas City
At Dental Arts, we are committed to caring for people – not just their teeth. Our doctors and caring staff work hard to ensure each experience exceeds your expectations.
Our dentists are affiliated with a variety of prestigious organizations including the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Society for Dental Aesthetics.
Meet the Dentists
Meet the Founder
Dr. James Elias
Dr. James Elias is a native of the Independence area. He graduated with honors from the University of Missouri, School of Dentistry in 1979. He became accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in 1989 and was accepted for membership to the American Society of Dental Aesthetics (based in New York) in 1989.
He has taught cosmetic dentistry throughout the United States and Canada. Dr. Elias and his wife Sharon have 4 children and 3 grandsons.
What Sets Us Apart
Charity Services
Our team is committed to charitable care. This includes medical missions to provide dental care to people throughout the world, including Zambia and Jamaica.
Missouri Mission of Mercy
The Dental Arts team leads Missouri Mission of Mercy, a charitable dental clinic that provides services to the underprivileged.
Free Dental Clinics
Our dentists have held numerous free dental clinics, providing care to both children and adults who do not otherwise have access.
Industry Leaders
We deliver lectures locally and abroad on cosmetic and restorative dentistry, accurate treatment planning, and more.
Give Kids a Smile
Each year for the past 20 years, our dentists have provided a day of free services for children through Give Kids a Smile.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Proud Corporate Partners with the Kansas City Mavericks Hockey Team
Not only are we Corporate partners, at Dental Arts we are proud to be the exclusive team dentists for the Kansas City Mavericks Hockey Team since 2009.
You read that right, we have been taking care of the Mavericks players oral health needs for 17 years and counting. As part of our partnership, Drs. Opdahl, Bowen, or Self are in attendance at every Mavericks home game throughout the regular and post-season to provide emergency dental care to the players. Throughout the years we have seen it all; performing simple dental care to complete mouth rehabs through implants, crowns, and bridges. Outside the rink, we see each Mavericks player for an annual exam, x-rays, and to custom make a mouth guard to wear during practice and games. If you’re ever in-attendance at a Mavericks home game keep an eye out for one of our Dental Arts doctors on call!
Meet the Staff
