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Once Upon A Smile

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Once Upon A Smile

Gentle family dentistry in Blue Springs, MO | Comfort-first care for kids & adults | Now welcoming new patients We > Me: Asking: How can I help my team?

Once Upon A Smile serves the communities of Blue Springs, Independence, Grain Valley, Lee's Summit, Liberty, Raytown, and the surrounding communities of Eastern Jackson County, MO. Once Upon A Smile is devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art dental care procedures that will result in beautiful, long-lasting smiles! Our Mission:
As a

dental team is to provide the best possible care through compassion and clinical excellence. We are dedicated to maintaining patient comfort, educating on oral health, and improving the overall health of our patients. We are committed to continuing education, integrating new techniques, and utilizing the latest technologies to deliver the highest standard of care. Our Vision:
To be the center for compassionate and gentle family dentistry in the area. We will be the most trusted and sought-after dental office due to our positive patient experience and dedication to safety and clinical excellence. Our long-term plans are to establish a new office and expand our practice to three dentists, four hygienists, and complimentary ancillary team members. Core Values:
Gratitude Attitude: Approaching each day with a thankful mindset. Best today, better tomorrow: Striving for and inspiring excellence every day. My patients? My community? With Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Give > Get: Leading with generous hearts and minds. Kindness = Confetti: Spreading compassion and understanding to ourselves and others. Positive Vibes Only: Energizing and uplifting others by radiating bright, optimistic energy. Please Call (816) 228-8400 or Request an Appointment Online!

07/29/2026

A little behind-the-scenes look at how we continue caring for our patients! ❤️

Yesterday, our team refreshed our CPR skills and practiced how to respond during an emergency. While we hope we never need to use this training, being prepared is an important part of creating a safe and reassuring experience for every patient.

Because when you’re choosing a dental home, you deserve a team that takes your care seriously—in every way. 🦷✨

07/28/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Michilla! 🎂✨

We’re so thankful for all you do to help care for our patients and keep smiles shining at Once Upon A Smile.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with happiness, laughter, and plenty of celebration! 💙

Leave Michilla some birthday love in the comments! 🥳

07/24/2026

Feeling extra thankful this Friday. 💛 Kind words like these mean so much to our entire team—and remind us why we love what we do!

07/23/2026

Have questions about fluoride? You are not alone—and those questions are always welcome. 💙

Fluoride works alongside brushing and flossing to strengthen enamel and give teeth added protection against cavities. When used as recommended, it is a simple and effective way to support a healthier smile.

Think of it as a little extra backup for your teeth. 🦷✨

07/21/2026

Is it just us, or is Missouri trying to melt? 🥵☀️

When the summer heat hits, cooling off doesn't have to mean loading up on sugary drinks and sticky treats! Reach for cold water, frozen fruit, or homemade yogurt pops for refreshing options that are a little kinder to growing smiles. 💧🍉🫐

What is your family’s favorite way to cool off on a hot summer day?

𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙪𝙩 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚, 𝙖𝙜𝙚-𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙨.

07/20/2026

Summer treats are fun—but don't forget dental health.

✔️ Brush twice daily
✔️ Floss every day
✔️ Drink water regularly
✔️ Schedule routine dental visits

Healthy habits help keep smiles bright.

07/16/2026

𝗡𝗼 𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴—𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗯𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗵? 👀🪥

It’s Get to Know Your Customers Day, so we’re asking our patients one of life’s most important questions. 😄

Are you Team Blue, Pink, Purple, Green, Black—or something completely different? 🌈

Drop the color in the comments—or reply with an emoji that matches your toothbrush! 👇

Bonus question: Does everyone in your house have an assigned toothbrush color?

07/15/2026

🎒 𝗟𝗘𝗧’𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗜𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗦! ✏️📚

A new notebook. A fresh box of crayons. A backpack filled with supplies. These may seem like simple items, but they can make a meaningful difference for a child and their family.

Once Upon A Smile is proud to host a 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, and we would love for our patients, neighbors, and community members to join us!

Together, we can help local students begin the school year feeling prepared, confident, and excited to learn. 💛

📅 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
📍 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗼𝗻 𝗔 𝗦𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲
🕖 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀: 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆–𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝟳:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠–𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠

View the full supply list and find more information here:
https://onceuponasmile.com/our-practice/community-involvement/

Every donation—big or small—helps us fill backpacks and support local families. Please share this post to help us spread the word! 🦷✨

07/14/2026

Has brushing become a little harder since summer break started? You’re not alone! ☀️

Later bedtimes, busy mornings, pool days, vacations, and constantly changing plans can make it easy for brushing to fall out of the routine.

Try connecting brushing to something that still happens every day—such as breakfast in the morning and bedtime stories at night—instead of relying on a specific clock time.

A few more ideas that may help:

🪥 Let your child choose their toothbrush or toothpaste
🪥 Brush together as a family
🪥 Let younger children start, then have an adult finish
🪥 Use a simple picture checklist
🪥 Praise the things they do well instead of focusing only on the struggle

A flexible schedule can still have consistent habits. The goal is progress, not a perfectly timed routine!

07/10/2026

Your smile is connected to more than your teeth. 💛

In honor of Chronic Disease Day, we’re highlighting an important reminder: oral health is part of whole-body health.

Your teeth, gums, saliva, and mouth can all be affected by what’s happening throughout the body. Chronic conditions, medications, dry mouth, inflammation, blood sugar changes, and immune health can all play a role in your oral health. And at the same time, gum health, tooth decay, oral infections, and daily dental habits can impact comfort, nutrition, confidence, and overall wellness.

That’s why preventive dental care matters. Regular cleanings, dental exams, brushing, flossing, hydration, and keeping your dental team updated on health changes are all simple ways to care for your smile as part of your bigger health picture.

Your mouth is not separate from the rest of you — and your smile deserves to be part of every wellness conversation. 🦷✨

Ready to stay on top of your oral health? Schedule your next dental visit with Once Upon A Smile in Blue Springs.

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1730 South 7 Highway
Blue Springs, MO
64014

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 5pm
Tuesday	7am - 5pm
Wednesday	7am - 5pm
Thursday	7am - 5pm
Friday	7am - 5pm

Website

http://www.onceuponasmile.com/

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