Pride themselves on comprehensive dentistry in a relaxed, professional environment. Their attention to detail & their commitment to continued education ensure you that you achieve optimum oral health, function, comfort and esthetics.
Good health and beautiful smiles are the focus of Dr. John Durling and Associates.
Was born and raised in Fort Scott, Kansas. He is the son of Dr. and Mrs. John Durling, DVM. Dr. Durling graduated from Pittsburg State University in 1992 with a BS in biology and is a member of Beta, Beta, Beta Biology Honor Society. He graduated from UMKC School of Dentistry in 1996. From 1996 - 1999, Dr. Durling practiced in Fort Scott and Pittsburg and joined Dr. John Durling and Associates in December of 1999 and purchased the practice in 2001.
"I enjoy helping people with their dental needs. By taking the time to listen to my patients, I can address their needs and wants, as well as offer information and an opportunity to accept the best dentistry available."
Was born and raised in Overland Park, Kansas, relocated to Joplin after graduating from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry, where she achieved success by receiving honors from the Prosthodontics department and national recognition for public health. Dr. Skidmore received her undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas, where she received departmental and university honors in Genetics. During her college years, she studied abroad for over a year in Newcastle, Australia, where she performed biochemical research. Because of her strong will to help others she served as the philanthropy chairman for the Kappa Delta Sorority and was recognized by societies such as the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Beta Kappa.
Graduated from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry in 1999. After successfully completing his education, Dr. Jenkins wasted no time and quickly began practicing dentistry in many underserved areas throughout rural western Kansas.
Currently residing in Overland Park with his wife Dr. Jill Jenkins, DDS, a pediatric dentist, and his three children - Emma, Madelyn and Will, Dr. Jenkins is working Wednesdays and Thursdays in our Fort Scott office. There he is offering a wide scope of dental procedures including cosmetic, general, oral surgery and root canals and bringing his experience to residents in the area.
Born and raised in Lincoln Nebraska, now calls the Kansas City area home. Licensed to practice dentistry in Kansas and Missouri, Dr. Dexter began his studies at the Johnson County Community College, where he maintained a solid presence on the President's Honor Roll. After graduation, Dr. Dexter moved on to study Human Biology at the University of Kansas, where he was also a fixture on the Honor Roll as well as being a member of the Kansas Varsity Crew Team and Biology Club. Dr. Dexter accepted early admission into Dental School and went on to receive his degree from the University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Dentistry. During his time there, he remained consistent on the Honor Roll with a 3.5 cumulative GPA. He also worked abroad during the course of his studies by participating in a Dental Outreach Program to Venezuela in the summer and winter of 1986 and again in the winter of 1987.
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