Dr. Maria Kunstadter, Dental Director

Dr. Maria Kunstadter, DDS, is a seasoned dental professional with over 35 years of experience in private practice. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry and has made significant contributions to the field of dentistry.

Dr. Kunstadter co-founded The Smile Salon, the Midwest’s first Dental Spa, and The TeleDentists, a pioneering platform in teledentistry. Her innovative approach to dentistry was recognized by Invisalign Corporation in 2004, and she was designated an “Innovator”. In 2008, she achieved the status of Elite Preferred Provider with Invisalign, a distinction awarded to only 1% of Invisalign providers worldwide. Notably, she was the first woman dentist to receive this honor.

In addition to her private practice, Dr. Kunstadter has been actively involved in numerous professional affiliations. She is a founding member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners, the Academy of Laser Dentistry, and the CTeL Tele-Oral Health Coalition. She also founded the UMKC Dental Outreach Program and serves as a board member for the World Outreach Foundation.

Dr. Kunstadter’s commitment to service is evident in her extensive involvement in medical mission trips. Since 1982, she has led and participated in over 24 medical mission trips worldwide, providing dental care in third-world countries.

In 2013, she was appointed the Dental Director of The PAINS Alliance of Kansas City, an organization developed to address chronic pain nationwide. Under her leadership, The TeleDentists was able to respond effectively to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, resulting in a 1200% increase in revenue.

Dr. Kunstadter is a tireless advocate for dental/medical integration as a solution for improving healthcare. She currently serves as the CEO of The TeleDentists and is a lifetime member of the American Telemedicine Association. Despite her busy schedule, Dr. Kunstadter finds time to enjoy her grandchildren.