Dr. Dan Blackwell is an orthodontist in Lee's Summit, Missouri, with 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He graduated first in his class from the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry and completed specialized orthodontic training through an advanced degree from Mayo Clinic. Dr. Blackwell offers a full range of treatments, including traditional braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign, and specialized care for cleft palate and jaw deformities using the latest digital imaging and computer technology. His peers have recognized him as one of Kansas City's top dentists and one of America's Top Dentists, and he actively volunteers with Children's Mercy Hospital and St. Luke's Hospital to provide orthodontic care to children who need it most. Dr. Blackwell believes every patient deserves personalized, courteous care and is committed to giving you the healthy smile you deserve.

Specialties

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OrthodonticsPrimary
Alignment of teeth and jaws, braces and clear aligners

Education & Training

M.S. in Biomedical Science from Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota (orthodontic training)
D.D.S. from University of Missouri at Kansas City (graduated first in class)

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 11/02/2006

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Areas of Focus

orthodonticsceramic bracesInvisalign systemcleft palate treatmentfacial and jaw deformities

Technology & Equipment

digital imaging
advanced computer graphics
ceramic braces
Invisalign system

Professional Memberships

American Association of Orthodontists
American Dental Association

Awards & Recognition

Voted one of Kansas City's top dentists by peers
Listed as one of America's Top Dentists

Beyond the Office

Active member of community foundations

Works with Children's Mercy Hospital on orthodontic services for cleft palate children

Works with St. Luke's Hospital on dental deformities

Works with Truman Medical Center on dental deformities

Teaches in the orthodontic department at UMKC Dental School on Fridays

Grew up in Lee's Summit, graduated from Lee's Summit High School in 1987

Married to Dr. David Nill, a family practice physician

Has two sons named Collin and Dylan

Has an energetic Spaniel named Arnold

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