Tae S. Kong DDS 11201 Nall Avenue, Leawood, KS 66211

"First, a bit of disclosure: I am a retired physician, and former medical school faculty. These factors are relevant to my review. I have no financial, personal, or other ties to Dr. Kong, his practice, or any of his staff. So as to be concise, I’ll omit most details. The gist of my experience with Dr. Kong is two-fold. The reason for my initial encounter with him was pain/discomfort with a tooth indicating a possible need for a root canal. His staff was very courteous, friendly, and efficient in scheduling that appointment and getting me from waiting area to exam room. Immediately on meeting Dr. Kong, it was obvious that he is a very caring, kind, and thoughtful person, and applies these qualities thoroughly to his practice of endodontics. His evaluation was prefaced by explanation, and proved thorough, efficient, and professional, while remaining always personal and kindly. On finding that a root canal was appropriate, and having the time to do the procedure then and there, he displayed the same traits; he was never hurried, explained, listened, and explained again as necessary, and performed the procedure in as kind a manner as any I’ve ever undergone, if not moreso. The results were exactly what one would wish—a perfectly performing tooth, completely pain-free. My second appointment with Dr. Kong was completed this morning. Having had time to recover, heal, etc. from the root canal, I returned for evaluation of a tooth that, at the time of the initial visit, the referring dentist was somewhat concerned about, but unsure. At today’s visit Dr. Kong was if anything even more pleasant and kind, unhurried, and an exemplary listener. The evaluation was again efficient, thorough, professional, and imbued with sensitivity—and, thankfully, showed that all was good. But wait, there’s more. I brought to Dr. Kong’s attention another dental issue with which my regular dentist and I had been struggling, hoping to ask one question I thought his expertise might be helpful in illuminating. He listened carefully, asked questions, listened some more, then examined the area involved, and gave a very thorough, well-reasoned, and well-presented explanation of the situation as he saw it. Simply put, the entire experience was of the kind that we all hope medical professionals will provide—caring, kind, professional, effective—all done in the context of caring not for just a tooth, or this or that problem, but of caring for a particular patient, with a particular history and a particular set of concerns. I am very pleased with my experiences and very impressed by Dr. Kong’s abilities from every perspective—including both patient and fellow medical professional. For those needing endodontic care, I very, very highly recommend Dr. Tae Kong and University Endodontics."

""I recently had the pleasure of visiting University Park Endodontics for a root canal procedure, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the moment I walked in, the entire staff, including Michelle and Abby, was incredibly welcoming and made me feel at ease. Michelle, in particular, went above and beyond by giving me a big hug and engaging in friendly conversation throughout my entire appointment. Her warmth and kindness truly made a difference in my experience. Dr. Kong, the skilled professional in the field of Endodontics, not only made the procedure virtually painless but also added a touch of humor to the visit. Dr. Kong's ability to make me laugh, even in a dental chair, lightened the atmosphere and made me feel more comfortable. The state-of-the-art equipment and modern facility at University Park Endodontics also added to the overall positive experience. It's clear that they prioritize patient comfort and well-being, going beyond the standard dental care. I'm genuinely grateful for the exceptional care I received at University Park Endodontics and I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of Endodontic treatment. Thanks to Dr. Kong , Michelle, Abby and the entire team, I not only received expert treatment but also felt like I was among friends during my visit. They've turned what could be a daunting experience into a comforting and even enjoyable one. Thank you!""

"The first procedure was a 3D X-ray, then regular X-ray; then test the tooth with cold. I found out I didn’t need a root canal and was escorted to the billing office and asked to pay $296 for NO PROCEDURE. It was an evaluation and not done. They told me after it was taken that the panoramic (3D) X-ray was not covered by my insurance and I would be responsible for the $160. You have to pay all the expense from your pocket. Never see this doctor, they don't mention that you have to pay everything before you leave office."

"Dr. Kong and ALL of his staff are kind, patient, polite and caring! My son was deathly afraid of having a root canal and Dr. Kong put him at ease. He and his assistant Anita were encouraging the entire way through the procedure. When he was done my son said, "Oh! are we done?" When we got to the general dentist for the crown, she said, "I like the work that endodontist did. It's really good clean work." Thank you University Park Endodontics!"

"My experience with Dr Kong was amazing. He fit me in at no notice as I was 39 weeks pregnant at the time. He was kind, caring, attentive and informative. Dr Kong made me feel safe for my own self and for my baby even as I was getting a root canal done. I would recommend Dr Kong and his team to anyone. I cannot thank them enough for what they did for me a few days before going into labor, it means a lot to me and my husband."