Convenient Access from Claycomo
Twin Oaks Dental KC is about 12 minutes west of Claycomo by interstate, so families weighing a dentist in Claycomo, MO often add our office to the short list. We are a family practice on North Oak Trafficway with a Gladstone mailing address, caring for kids, teens and parents in the same visit when that helps. Cleanings, emergency care, wisdom tooth removal and repairs all happen here. The office opens at 8:00 AM, Monday through Thursday.
From Claycomo City Hall at 115 NE 69 Hwy, head west on US 69 toward I-35. Merge onto I-35 heading southwest and stay on it for about 2.2 miles, then follow the signs for I-29 / US 71 north for less than a mile. Leave the interstate at the North Oak Trafficway exit and drive north roughly 1.9 miles. Turn right on NE Lindberg Drive to reach 6301 N Oak Trafficway #201, Gladstone, MO 64118.
Plan on about 6.8 miles and 12 minutes for the whole trip; rush-hour traffic can add a few. Whether you set out from Village Green Park at the end of Thornton Lane, Mildred Keeney Memorial Park or the Mid-Continent Public Library's Claycomo Branch on NE 69 Hwy, most trips start the same way: west on US 69. Once you are on the Trafficway, our corner is just past NE Maple Drive. You can also pull up our Google Maps listing before you leave.
Nearby, Pleasant Valley and Brooktree each have their own page with their own directions.
A Family Dental Office for Claycomo Households
Claycomo began as a 412-acre farm owned by the Barnes family and became a village on November 21, 1946. Even the name is local shorthand, a blend of "Clay County, MO." Today it is a small residential village where US 69 serves as the main street and both I-35 and I-435 pass through. That interstate access is exactly what makes a 12-minute trip to our chairs realistic.
Most Claycomo households with children are already tied to the Northland through school. Village students attend North Kansas City Schools, moving up through Maple Park Middle School to Winnetonka High School. Our office treats the whole age range those years cover, from a toddler's first cleaning to a high school senior's wisdom tooth consultation.
Dr. Jake Baumgartner is a dad himself, raising twin boys with his wife Randi, a Kansas City native, so he knows how hard it is to get two kids out the door on time. Brittnie Grissom, our practice manager, runs the front desk and can line up back-to-back appointments for siblings.
Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the office is closed on Fridays. Families who want an end-of-week visit usually aim for Thursday. Our office stands at the corner of N Oak Trafficway and NE Lindberg Drive, a short way south of NE 64th Street.
Helping Claycomo Kids and Parents Stay Ahead of Problems
Children's teeth change quickly. Baby teeth fall out, molars come in, and by high school, wisdom teeth start to show up on x-rays. Regular checkups every six months let us catch decay early, apply fluoride, and track how adult teeth are erupting.
Digital x-rays help us check between teeth, where cavities are hard to see. The images appear on a forward-facing monitor, so parents and kids can look at exactly what Dr. Baumgartner is looking at.
Some kids are nervous about the dentist, and that is normal. For hesitant children we offer a "get comfortable" visit: a chance to ease in before any cleaning starts. Instruments are kept out of sight, which helps younger patients relax.
Teens at Winnetonka High are at the age where wisdom teeth often need a look. Our 2D panoramic imaging shows the whole jaw in one picture, so Dr. Baumgartner can see how those back molars are positioned. If removal makes sense, the extraction is done right here rather than through a referral.
Parents deserve attention too. Busy schedules mean many adults skip their own cleanings while keeping their children on track. Booking a parent's visit in the same block as the kids' turns one interstate drive into a full family checkup.
A parent with a sore tooth can have it examined during the kids' visit instead of scheduling a separate trip. Fillings, crowns, root canals and implant placement are all handled at the same office.
Treatments for Families Searching for a Dentist in Claycomo, MO
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, fluoride and a thorough dental exam for every member of the household. Seeing the whole family in one morning keeps school and work disruption to a minimum.
Wisdom Tooth Removal
Extractions, including wisdom teeth, are performed in-house. For a teenager, that means the evaluation and the procedure happen at one familiar office instead of being split across two practices.
Emergency Dentistry
A tooth chipped on the tennis court or a sudden toothache needs attention fast. Whenever possible, we provide same-day treatment to address urgent concerns such as broken teeth, lost fillings and swelling.
Restorative Dentistry
Fillings, crowns, bridges and partials bring damaged teeth back into service. Adults who have been putting off a repair can get a clear plan and an honest explanation of the options first.
Meet Your Gladstone Dentist
Dr. Jake Baumgartner, DDS, has led the practice since 2025, and it handles extractions, root canals and implant placement in-house. Lead dental assistant Brooke Brown, a certified dental assistant, works chairside with him. Patients of any age can ask for step-by-step explanations, brief updates or a quiet visit.
Insurance & Financing
No insurance? The In-House Dental Plan covers a child 12 and under for $32 a month, including fluoride, and an adult for $35 a month. Benefits start right away, without waiting periods or deductibles. Families who do have coverage can call to confirm their plan, and Cherry financing is available for bigger treatment.
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Patients Who Feel Like Family
Olivia D.
“The hygienist was great and made me feel very comfortable. The entire team is friendly and welcoming.”
Sara P.
“The hygienist was very personable, and the doctor made my smile look great with a quick and efficient visit.”
Calista G.
“The hygienist did a phenomenal job, and I was very pleased with the service. I will definitely be back.”
Susan C.
“I had a very professional and informative visit. The team is excellent, and I highly recommend Twin Oaks Dental KC.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Twin Oaks Dental from Claycomo, and how do I get there?
Claycomo City Hall is roughly 6.8 miles from our office, about 12 minutes by car. The route runs west on US 69, southwest on I-35, north on I-29 / US 71, then up North Oak Trafficway to NE Lindberg Drive. For anyone comparing a dentist in Claycomo, MO, it is an easy interstate trip with no tolls.
Can teens have their wisdom teeth removed during a school break?
Yes, removal can be scheduled around school breaks so recovery does not cut into classes or sports. Dr. Baumgartner evaluates wisdom teeth with 2D panoramic imaging and performs extractions in-house. Teens and their parents get the consultation, the procedure and the follow-up at the same office, without a separate referral.
What should I do if my child chips a tooth?
Call the office as soon as you can. Whenever possible, we provide same-day treatment for urgent concerns like broken or chipped teeth. Save any broken piece in milk or water and have your child rinse gently. New patients can book the $69 emergency exam and x-ray, and the drive from Claycomo takes about 12 minutes.
Is there a dental plan for Claycomo children who have no insurance?
Yes. The Child Essential plan covers kids 12 and under for $32 a month and includes cleanings every six months, an exam, routine x-rays and fluoride. It also gives 25% off most other services and a $25 rollover reward for each preventive visit, with no waiting period.
Can a nervous Claycomo child visit before the first cleaning?
Yes. We offer a "get comfortable" visit for hesitant children. It is a first trip to the office without any treatment. It gives a child a preview of the office before the first real cleaning, at a pace that suits them.
Schedule Your Visit from Claycomo
Book the whole family with a dentist in Claycomo, MO households can reach by interstate in about 12 minutes. Call 816-409-3701, look over the other neighborhoods on our areas we serve list, or visit the Dentist Gladstone, MO home page for more about Twin Oaks Dental.