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A natural-minded, biologically conservative dentist in Overland Park — mercury-free, fluoride-flexible, BPA-aware. Modern clinical standards with the material transparency and preservation-first philosophy you’ve been searching for.
⭐ 500+ five-star reviews · MAGD Master of the Academy of General Dentistry · Diamond+ Invisalign Provider
Holistic care without the woo
We respect that many Overland Park families want a more biologically conservative approach — fewer chemicals, fewer drilling-first reflexes, more transparency about materials. We deliver that without sacrificing modern evidence-based clinical standards.
If a tooth needs treatment, we’ll be honest. If it doesn’t, we won’t invent one.
We do not place amalgam, and we remove it carefully
Love To Smile is a 100% mercury-free practice. For patients who want existing amalgams removed, our team is trained in safe-removal protocols inspired by the IAOMT SMART approach — rubber dam isolation, high-volume suction, and external air supply where indicated.
I avoided the dentist for almost eight years. Dr. Pedersen and her team made me feel completely safe — no judgment, no lecture, just a real plan I could afford. Two years in and I never miss a cleaning.— Sarah M.
Complete care under one roof
Every service in the same office, with the same team that already knows your story.
Mercury-free dentistry
We do not place silver amalgam fillings. Composite resin and ceramic only.
Safe amalgam removal (SMART)
Trained in IAOMT-style protocols for safely removing existing mercury fillings.
Fluoride-free options available
If you prefer to skip fluoride, just ask — we honor your choice without pressure.
BPA-free composite materials
We source restorative materials free of BPA and Bis-GMA when clinically appropriate.
Ozone therapy
Adjunctive ozone for decay management and post-op healing in select cases.
Minimally invasive dentistry
Preserve as much natural tooth as possible — drill less, observe more, treat early.
Biocompatibility-aware care
We discuss material choices and sensitivities for patients who want input.
Whole-mouth, whole-person
We look at airway, sleep, jaw posture, and oral microbiome — not just the teeth.
Mercury-free dentistry
We do not place silver amalgam fillings. Composite resin and ceramic only.
Safe amalgam removal (SMART)
Trained in IAOMT-style protocols for safely removing existing mercury fillings.
Fluoride-free options available
If you prefer to skip fluoride, just ask — we honor your choice without pressure.
BPA-free composite materials
We source restorative materials free of BPA and Bis-GMA when clinically appropriate.
Ozone therapy
Adjunctive ozone for decay management and post-op healing in select cases.
Minimally invasive dentistry
Preserve as much natural tooth as possible — drill less, observe more, treat early.
Biocompatibility-aware care
We discuss material choices and sensitivities for patients who want input.
Whole-mouth, whole-person
We look at airway, sleep, jaw posture, and oral microbiome — not just the teeth.
Fluoride, sealants, materials — we ask, we don’t assume
Some patients want full preventive fluoride and sealants. Others prefer a more conservative approach. Both are valid, and we honor your preferences without lecturing. We’ll explain trade-offs honestly and let you decide.
What our patients actually say
Hundreds of 5-star reviews from real Overland Park, Johnson County, and Cass County families.
“I avoided the dentist for almost eight years. Dr. Pedersen and her team made me feel completely safe — no judgment, no lecture, just a real plan I could afford. Two years in and I never miss a cleaning.”
“We have four kids ranging from 6 to 17. Having one dental office that handles all of them — including my teenager’s Invisalign — has saved us so many hours of driving.”
“I’d been searching for a ‘natural dentist’ in Overland Park for two years. Finally found one that doesn’t make me feel weird for asking about my fillings.”
“Walked in convinced I needed a root canal. They diagnosed a cracked filling and fixed it the same day for a fraction of what I’d been quoted. Honest, fast, painless.”
“I avoided the dentist for almost eight years. Dr. Pedersen and her team made me feel completely safe — no judgment, no lecture, just a real plan I could afford. Two years in and I never miss a cleaning.”
“We have four kids ranging from 6 to 17. Having one dental office that handles all of them — including my teenager’s Invisalign — has saved us so many hours of driving.”
“I’d been searching for a ‘natural dentist’ in Overland Park for two years. Finally found one that doesn’t make me feel weird for asking about my fillings.”
“Walked in convinced I needed a root canal. They diagnosed a cracked filling and fixed it the same day for a fraction of what I’d been quoted. Honest, fast, painless.”
“Cracked a molar on a Tuesday morning. Called at 8am, was in the chair by 11 with a same-day temporary crown. They saved my workweek.”
“I’d been hiding my smile for a decade. Now I forget I have implants until someone compliments my teeth.”
“Quoted four veneers somewhere else. Dr. Pedersen showed me a digital preview and we ended up doing bonding on two teeth and whitening — same result, a fraction of the cost.”
“The Smile Club paid for itself in the first six months. As a freelancer with no insurance, this is the only reason I actually get my teeth cleaned twice a year now.”
“Cracked a molar on a Tuesday morning. Called at 8am, was in the chair by 11 with a same-day temporary crown. They saved my workweek.”
“I’d been hiding my smile for a decade. Now I forget I have implants until someone compliments my teeth.”
“Quoted four veneers somewhere else. Dr. Pedersen showed me a digital preview and we ended up doing bonding on two teeth and whitening — same result, a fraction of the cost.”
“The Smile Club paid for itself in the first six months. As a freelancer with no insurance, this is the only reason I actually get my teeth cleaned twice a year now.”
“Dr. Pedersen finished my Invisalign in eleven months. My old dentist (Bronze tier) had quoted twenty. Experience really does matter.”
“Having a Diamond+ Invisalign Provider this close to home meant my daughter didn’t have to miss school for every check-in. They explained everything to her like she was the patient, not me.”
“My six-year-old now asks when we get to go back to the dentist. That has never happened in any office before. The team is something else.”
“My implant looks better than the tooth it replaced. Every step explained, every cost in writing up front, zero surprises on the bill.”
“Dr. Pedersen finished my Invisalign in eleven months. My old dentist (Bronze tier) had quoted twenty. Experience really does matter.”
“Having a Diamond+ Invisalign Provider this close to home meant my daughter didn’t have to miss school for every check-in. They explained everything to her like she was the patient, not me.”
“My six-year-old now asks when we get to go back to the dentist. That has never happened in any office before. The team is something else.”
“My implant looks better than the tooth it replaced. Every step explained, every cost in writing up front, zero surprises on the bill.”
Visit us in Overland Park or Peculiar
Records and treatment plans travel with you between offices — so a move across the metro never means starting over with a new dentist.
Overland Park, KS
Overland Park, KS 66210
Peculiar, MO
Peculiar, MO 64078
Who we see
Serving natural-minded patients from across Overland Park, Leawood, Prairie Village, Olathe, and the broader Kansas City metro. Material choice and preservation-first philosophy, modern clinical standards.
Most major PPO insurance accepted
We verify benefits before your appointment and file claims for you. No insurance? Ask about the Smile Club.
Frequently asked questions
Is Love To Smile a holistic dentist in Overland Park?
Yes — natural-minded, biologically conservative, while grounded in modern evidence-based care. Mercury-free, fluoride-flexible, BPA-aware.
Do you place mercury fillings?
No. 100% mercury-free dental practice. Composite resin and ceramic only.
Do you safely remove old amalgam fillings?
Yes — trained in SMART-style protocols: rubber dam isolation, high-volume evacuation, external clean-air sources where indicated.
Do you offer fluoride-free dental care?
Yes. If you prefer to skip fluoride, just tell us — we honor your choice without pressure. We’ll discuss alternatives like hydroxyapatite.
Are your dental materials BPA-free?
We use BPA-free and Bis-GMA-free composite resins when clinically appropriate.
Do you offer ozone therapy?
Yes, as an adjunct in select cases — decay management, post-extraction sites, and certain endodontic protocols.
Is holistic dentistry as safe as conventional dentistry?
When practiced with proper clinical standards — yes. Dr. Pedersen is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD).
Book a no-pressure consultation.
We’ll review your history, your preferences, and your goals — then build a plan around them. No lectures, no upsells.