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Stowers Johnson Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic
Endodontic Residency Program
Welcome! The goal of the Stowers Johnson Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic is to provide outstanding endodontic treatment and it’s staffed by graduate dentists enrolled in the 2-year Endodontic Residency Program who are all committed to that goal. All facets of complex endodontic treatment are provided in our world-class state-of-the-art 5-operatory clinical facility on the main clinical floor of the School of Dentistry. For more information, please read the specifics below or click on one of the links. You can also call or write us at:
Stowers Johnson Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic
UMKC School of Dentistry
650 E. 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
Telephone: (816) 235-5769
Fax: (816) 235-2157
email: mortone@umkc.edu
Useful Links For Patients
All of our patient care is based on current scientific evidence. For links to evidence-based dentistry sites and others that provide useful information related to the care we provide to our patients please click here.
INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS
ABOUT YOUR APPOINTMENT
To schedule an appointment for Endodontic treatment, a patient must be referred from the dentist providing their primary care. Examples include referrals from:
- A student doctor, resident, or faculty member in the School of Dentistry
- A dentist in private practice
- A dentist practicing in a clinic
Normally, the referral and the appointment are coordinated by the referring dentist or their staff. They will then provide the date and time of the appointment to the patient. The first appointment is normally for evaluation to perform an examination and determine what specific treatment is required. There is a nominal fee for this evaluation. You will also be informed of the cost of your subsequent treatment. Charges are normally much less that those charged by local Endodontic specialists. Charges are payable before treatment is initiated. Currently, Medicaid covers child and adult endodontic treatment. Medicaid requires a nominal copay for adult treatment. All treatment is performed by licensed graduate dentists who are completing a 2-year residency program in Endodontics.
Your dentist or dental clinic can arrange for an appointment by calling the clinic at (816) 235-5769 during regular business hours. Our fax number is (816) 235 5472.
Please allow ample time for travel and parking at the clinic. There is NO charge to park at the UMKC School of Dentistry. However, you may need to park at one of the meters on the street if the lot is full. We cannot reimburse you for parking meter charges. A map is also available through here.
Remember to bring your health/dental insurance card with you whenever you visit the center.
Stowers Johnson Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic Hours
Monday through Friday:
8:00 a.m. to 12:00noon
Closed for lunch (12-1 p.m.)
1:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Closed on holidays
ABOUT YOUR BILL AND INSURANCE
Endodontic fees are normally much less that those charged by local Endodontic specialists. Charges are payable before treatment is initiated. Currently, Medicaid covers child and adult endodontic treatment. Medicaid requires a nominal copay for adults treatment.
MORE INFORMATION
Child Care
Child care is NOT available during your appointment time. We ask that you make arrangements for your child’s care prior to your appointment. Children are not allowed in our treatment area and unattended children are not permitted in the reception area.
Compliments/Concerns
Listening to our patients is essential to the continuous improvement of our clinics. If you have a concern about the care you receive, or would like to tell us about a positive experience with a staff member or caregiver, please call or write the Program Director:
Program Director, Postgraduate Endodontic Program
UMKC School of Dentistry
650 E. 25th Street
Kansas City , MO 64108
Telephone: (816) 235-2749
Fax: (816) 235-5472
E-mail: kulildj@umkc.edu
Food and Beverages
Several dining areas are available for visitors:
The Dental School Canteen on Level 2 of the UMKC School of Dentistry has vending machines which are available at all hours.
A McDonald’s restaurant is located on the south side (Charlotte Street) of Truman Hospital on the street level. A selection of fast food items is available. 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Crown Center is located directly to the west of the School of Dentistry. A variety of fast food and casual dining is available there throughout the day.
Translator Services
When possible, translator may be available at no charge for the first visit only to patients who do not speak English or have limited English proficiency. Please call the clinic at (816) 235-2160 before your appointment to help coordinate provision of a translator during your appointment.
Patient Records/Charts
Copies of your Endodontic treatment are available upon request. A fee is charged for the copies and requests must be made in writing. For more information, call (816) 235-5769.
Parking
Limited parking is available directly behind the dental school between the School of Dentistry and Children’s Mercy Hospital. You can have your parking ticket validated at the payment window. You may need to park at one of the meters on the street if the lot is full. We cannot reimburse you for parking meter charges. See map.
Research
Like many of the medical and dental departments at the University, we occasionally approach our patients about voluntary participation in a research studies. Our research coordinator may ask if you are interested in participating in a particular research project. There is absolutely no obligation on your part to agree to participate. If you decide not to participate in a study, your treatment in the center will continue without modification or disruption.
Smoking Policy
The UMKC School of Dentistry is committed to providing a safe, smoke-free environment for patients, visitors and staff members. The entire School of Dentistry is designated as a non-smoking area. There are designated smoking areas outside of the school building.
Telephones
Public telephones are located on each floor of the UMKC School of Dentistry and in the main lobby.
Wheelchairs
If you require assistance with transferring from your wheelchair into the dental chair and back, you will need to provide your own assistant. We do not have personnel that can aid in lifting patients.
FACULTY, RESIDENTS, AND STAFF
FACULTY
James C. Kulild, D.D.S., M.S.
Professor, and Director, Postgraduate Endodontic Residency Program
Credentials
D.D.S., 1973, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry
M.S., Oral Biology, 1982, The George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
B.A., 1969, University of Missouri-Columbia
Certificate in Endodontics, U.S. Army, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
Awarded the “A” Designator by the U.S. Army Surgeon General
Board Certification, Endodontics, 1986
Fellow, American College of Dentists
Fellow , International College of Dentists
Fellow, Pierre Fauchard Academy
State Dental Licenses: Missouri, Iowa, Texas
A member of the UMKC faculty since 2002
Welcome to the Stowers Johnson Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic where you will always find customer-service oriented healthcare providers and staff who are committed to providing you with state-of-the-art endodontic care. Your overall health is our #1 priority.
Contact Information:
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-2749 (office)
(816) 235-2157 (fax)
kulildj@umkc.edu
James A. Dryden, D.D.S., M.S.
Clinical Professor, Interim Chairman, Department of Endodontics
Credentials
D.D.S., 1966, UMKC School of Dentistry
Certificate in Endodontics, 1972, UMKC School of Dentistry
Board Certification, Endodontics, 1978
Fellow, American College of Dentists
Fellow , International College of Dentists
Fellow, Pierre Fauchard Academy
State Dental Licenses: Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas
A member of the UMKC faculty since 2000
We are proud of our people, our staff, and our ability to provide our patients with first-class care at a moderate price. Quality is our motto and we want your treatment to be the best we ever provided.
Contact Information:
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-6196 (office)
(816) 235-2157 (fax)
drydenj@umkc.edu
Ronald Riley, D.D.S.
Clinical Assistant Professor, Staff Endodontist
Credentials
D.D.S., 1964, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry
Honor Graduate
Board Certification, Endodontics, 1980
State Dental Licenses-Kansas
Fellow, Pierre Fauchard Academy
A member of the UMKC faculty since 1998
Service to the public is the reason for the existence of Endodontics. Cutting-edge technical advances and up-to-the-minute knowledge tempered with the wisdom of experience and concern for the welfare of the patient are the credo here at UMKC.
Contact Information
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-6196 (office)
(816) 235- 2157 (fax)
rileyrr@umkc.edu
Charles Lee, D.D.S.
Staff Endodontist
Credentials
D.D.S., 1980, University of Wuhan School of Dentistry
M.S., 1991, Oral Biology, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Certificate in Endodontics, 1991, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
State Dental Licenses: Missouri, Kansas
Member, International Association of Dental Research, American Association of Dental Research
A member of the UMKC faculty since 1991
Contact Information
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-2092 (office)
(816) 235- 2157 (fax)
liq@umkc.edu
Felix Quiason, D.D.S.
Staff Endodontist
Credentials
D.D.S., 1972, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry
Certificate in Endodontics, 1982, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, School of Dentistry
State Dental Licenses-Missouri, Kansas
Fellow, Pierre Fauchard Academy
A member of the UMKC faculty since 2001
I’m proud to be on the faculty here at UMKC. We all work together as a team to provide our patients with state-of-the-art care.
Contact Information
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-6196 (office)
(816) 235- 2157 (fax)
quiasonf@umkc.edu
PART-TIME FACULTY
Edward W. Grimes, D.D.S.
B.S., 1954, Tulsa University
D.D.S., 1958, Washington University School of Dentistry
Board Certification, Endodontics, 1972.
OKU National Dental Honor Society, 1958.
Barton W. Putnam, D.D.S., M.S.D.
B.A./D.D.S., 1995, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry
General Practice Residency, 1996, Kansas City Veterans Administration Medical Center
MSD, 1998, Indiana University School of Dentistry
Certificate in Endodontics, 1998, Indiana University School of Dentistry
State Dental License: Kansas
ENDODONTIC RESIDENTS
Obadah Attar
B.D.S., 2003, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia
Stuart Gibby
D.D.S., 2006, University of Iowa College of Dentistry
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
B.A. Utah State University
Kerri Lawlor
B.G.S., 1995, University of Kansas
D.D.S., 1999, UMKC School of Dentistry
State Dental License: Kansas
Chris Yelton
B.S., Biology; B.A., Spanish, 2002, UMKC
D.D.S., 2007, UMKC School of Dentistry
State Dental License: Missouri
Resident Contact Information
650 East 25th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 235-5769 (office)
(816) 235- 2157 (fax)
STAFF
Pictured left to right – Kerry Lewis and Ellen Morton, Certified Dental Assistants
USEFUL DENTAL LINKS FOR OUR PATIENTS
National Oral Health Information Clearing House
American Dental Association
Health Information Guide
Health topics and resources
American Association of Endodontists
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