Thomas Drake, DDS

Media Releases

Get to know Dentist Dr. Thomas Drake, who serves patients in Bonner Springs, Kansas.

An exceptional dentist, Dr. Drake has had the great opportunity to serve Bonner Springs and its surrounding cities at his private practice - Drake Family Dentistry - for over 30 years.

“It is my passion to provide our community the best dental care possible. The field of dentistry has changed so much over the years, and I find that I enjoy it now more than ever. Every day is interesting, rewarding and I love the challenges that this field provides. I have the greatest patients, so giving them a beautiful smile and a comfortable experience is the reason I get up every morning” expressed the doctor.

Academically, he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. To keep himself at the forefront of the newest most advanced technologies in the dental field, he regularly participates in continuing education courses and seminars throughout the year. Being able to offer so many different services allows him to provide his patients with a smooth experience and ability to fully take care of their needs.

As a testament to his success, the doctor is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM). The ABDSM believes higher standards for dental sleep medicine translate into better care for patients and greater accountability.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries and extractions, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.

Happily married, Dr. Drake and his wife, Pat, have three amazing children, Angela, Adam, and Andrea. In his free time, he enjoys going to the gym, running a 5k, and doing lawn work.

Recommended Articles

• When Should I Replace My Toothbrush?

  A toothbrush is not as clean as we think, and harbors more than 100 million bacteria, according to researchers at the University of Manchester in England. This includes E. coli bacteria, which cause diarrhea, and staphylococci bacteria, which cause skin infections. “This condition is the same as...

• Plaque Attack: Habits That Lead to Plaque Formation

  It goes without saying that good habits are the key for healthy teeth without plaque. Richard Price, DMD, spokesman for the American Dental Association, says that having teeth without plaque is easy. One needs to be consistent with healthy habits to have the best results.Plaque is a film of bacteria...

• What Are Dental Veneers?

  Dental veneers give patients a beautiful smile. They are very thin, porcelain layers attached to the front of the teeth. Dental veneers are a good solution for the correction of any defects in the position, color, or shape of the teeth.Dental veneers can be made with direct or indirect composites....

• Everything You Need to Know About Dental Bridges

  We often do not realize this, but our bodies are perfectly designed machines. Our jaws, for example, and the alignment of our teeth are designed perfectly for biting and chewing. Any change in the natural order could result in unfavorable consequences. Losing teeth is one such change that has less...

• What Is Myrrh Used For?

  What is myrrh?The word myrrh will probably not be a stranger to your ears. If you were raised in the Christian faith, it may be familiar to you since childhood. It was mentioned over 150 times in the Holy Bible. But what is it exactly?Myrrh is a resin or natural gum that is yellow to reddish-brown...

• Metal Taste in Mouth

  Why does my mouth taste like metal?The perception of a metallic taste in the mouth is a symptom that can be found for several reasons. In some cases, this aftertaste depends on mild and transient conditions, sometimes it may be the warning of some more serious pathologies.Among the possible causes:...