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River Market Dental

River Market Dental is a general dentistry practice offering comprehensive care including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, root canals, tooth extraction, Invisalign, dental implants, dentures, and emergency treatment.

317 Delaware St, Kansas City, MO 64105
4.9(457 reviews)
Call Now(816) 867-4148Book OnlineWebsiteDirections

About River Market Dental

Steps from the KC streetcar line, this downtown practice pairs 3D-imaging-based Invisalign consultations with an exposed-brick, tech-forward office.

River Market Dental is a general dental practice near downtown Kansas City that also offers Invisalign, traditional braces, clear aligners, TMJ treatment, and retainers. Reviews note the streetcar-adjacent location and walkability for downtown workers and residents as a practical draw, and many mention 3D imaging used to explain treatment options and costs before work begins. The office itself, an exposed-brick space with music and distraction screens, comes up often as calming, and Dr. Esther Lee is frequently described as gentle and thorough with anxious patients. A handful of reviews describe billing disputes or a pushy billing staff member, which is worth noting alongside the largely positive comments.

Summary of 214 patient reviews, February 2021–September 2026, updated September 2026

River Market Dental is a general dentistry practice offering comprehensive care including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, root canals, tooth extraction, Invisalign, dental implants, dentures, and emergency treatment.

They serve the entire family and emphasize in-house specialty procedures for comprehensive care under one roof.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalignClear AlignersClear AlignersTMJ TreatmentTMJ TreatmentRetainersRetainersTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
GuidesHow much does Invisalign cost? →Clear aligner costs explained →Adult braces cost guide →

Who They Treat

River Market Dental provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

River Market Dental uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

3D Digital Scanning

Orthodontists at this office

provider
headshot

Dr. Esther Lee

NPI verified · no bio or photo on file

Lead OrthodontistAccepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

4 plans listed
AetnaCareingtonHumanaRenaissance Dental
River Market Dental does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 7 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • The River Market location, right on the streetcar line, is repeatedly called convenient for downtown workers and residents.
  • Dr. Esther Lee is described as using 3D imaging to walk patients through procedures, costs, and insurance coverage in plain language.
  • Several reviews mention Invisalign paired with 3D scanning technology, including one case resolving a decade-old broken retainer.

Things to know

  • A few reviews describe billing or insurance disputes, including disagreements over copays and one instance of a rude billing staff interaction.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Esther Lee · 50 reviews
  • Dr. Lesher · 9 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Reviews describe Invisalign consultations that use scanning technology to evaluate cases, with some patients needing gum treatment first, and outcomes including one described as transformative when paired with gum contouring.

Last 90 days
32 reviews
averaging 5.0★
Last 12 months
109 reviews
averaging 5.0★
Owner replies
70% of reviews
Compared with Kansas City
Higher rated than 75%
of 12 practices we track
Reviews per month
16
Oct 2023Sep 2026
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Star ratings
  • 5★480
  • 4★5
  • 3★4
  • 2★2
  • 1★9
Average rating by year
  • 20205.0
  • 20215.0
  • 20225.0
  • 20234.8
  • 20244.8
  • 20254.9
  • 20265.0
1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Invisalign / clear aligners13
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff76 / 4
  • The dentist60 / 1
  • Gentle, comfortable care44
  • Clear explanations41 / 1
  • Office & technology27
  • Scheduling & wait times20 / 1
  • Location & hours20
  • Cost, insurance & financing11 / 6
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff764
The dentist601
Gentle, comfortable care440
Clear explanations411
Office & technology270
Scheduling & wait times201
Location & hours200
Cost, insurance & financing116

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Recent reviews from Google

4.9
457 reviews
Michael Rhodes
Michael Rhodes
a month ago
“

I had my first visit to River Market Dental today, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The entire staff was warm, welcoming, friendly, and attentive, making me feel comfortable the moment I walked in. The doctor was knowledgeable, professional, and took the time to explain everything clearly. A special thank you to my hygienist, Ashlyn Rhodes, who was absolutely amazing. She was thorough, gentle, personable, and made what is usually a routine appointment a genuinely pleasant experience. It’s refreshing to find a dental practice that combines professionalism with such exceptional patient care. I highly recommend River Market Dental to anyone looking for a first-class dental experience. Five stars!

Review from Google

Amadou Njie
Amadou Njie
Edited 2 months ago
“

Perfect place to be to get your beautiful smile back. I’ll be honest here the dentist that attended me is the best dentist I ever had before( sad I forgot her name sorry ms … you’re the best I ever had before. Keep doing amazing work ma’am ) and the doctor and all the staffs are amazing 10/10!!! Branda is the best of the best to be honest I can’t wait to get even though I hate injection. Thanks billions times best doctor. See y’all soon

Review from Google

Flapsticks
Flapsticks
Edited 2 months ago
“

everyone at River Market Dental was super nice and professional, they explained everything really nice and straightforward!! i felt comfortable the whole time and didn’t experience any issues at all!! i don’t have insurance but their Membership Savings Club was reasonably priced and saved me a ton in savings especially for later visits, will definitely be taking advantage of the included cleanings and discounted fillings. they were also super helpful in explaining the price of everything and the itemized list was very helpful !! looking forward to my next visit and seeing all the wonderful staff again :)

Review from Google

declan jogi
declan jogi
Edited 2 months ago
“

Jessica had me at hello😊 as I walked in…nothing but friendly, informative, professional faces and voices…Kelly could have been my little sister and the good Dr. Lesher made me feel as if I could take on the world - once my teeth are fixed that is!

Review from Google

Ismael Moreno
Ismael Moreno
3 months ago
“

An absolutely excellent experience at River Market Dental! From the moment you walk through the door, the entire staff is incredibly welcoming, attentive, and highly professional, making you feel completely comfortable throughout your visit. Dr. Brady LeSher is an extraordinary dentist; he takes the time to explain everything with great patience, and his work is truly flawless and of incredible quality. Additionally, the clinic features state-of-the-art technology and pristine facilities. This is definitively a practice you can trust entirely with your dental health. A huge thank you to the doctor and his wonderful, dedicated team for their exceptional care!

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does River Market Dental offer?+
River Market Dental offers: Invisalign, Clear Aligners, TMJ Treatment, Retainers, Traditional Braces.
Does River Market Dental accept dental insurance?+
River Market Dental accepts Aetna, Careington, Humana, Renaissance Dental.
Is River Market Dental accepting new patients?+
River Market Dental is currently welcoming new patients in Kansas City, MO. Call (816) 867-4148 or book online to schedule.
Where is River Market Dental located?+
River Market Dental is located at 317 Delaware St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=17544953677956144676&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for River Market Dental?+
River Market Dental office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–3:00 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Who are the orthodontists at River Market Dental?+
River Market Dental is staffed by Dr. Esther Lee. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
What is the patient rating for River Market Dental?+
River Market Dental has a 4.9-star rating based on 457 patient reviews on Google.

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Fri8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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