Visited after not seeing a dentist for several years. Everything went smoothly and the staff was friendly and kind. Larissa (sp?) and Dr.... Peterson both were professional and explained everything clearly.Plus, it's downtown Peculiar, right across from the police station! Easy to find and super convenient if you need to clear up a warrant while the fluoride does its thing.read more

Great care and very warm and friendly staff. My whole family goes here

Our whole family had our dental appointments here this week and the experience was absolutely wonderful! Finding a family dentist that can... handle everything from routine cleanings to pediatric dental care while keeping everyone comfortable is a huge win.The entire team provides top-tier professional dentistry with a warm and welcoming touch. They are incredibly patient with kids and thorough with adults, making it the perfect choice for anyone seeking a local dentist who prioritizes patient comfort and oral health.The office is modern, clean, and efficient. It is clear they use the latest dental technology to ensure a smooth visit. If you are looking for the best dentist for your family's checkups and exams, I highly recommend Love to Smile Dentistry!read more

Feel like I’m treated like family: friendly, confidently, and professionally.

Love to Smile Dentistry always takes good care of me. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. I’d recommend to anyone.

Everyone was great to work with 🩷

Quality of Service A+ professional conduct A+ cleanliness A+ friendliness A+. You get the idea. In my opinion Love to Smile is a straight A... dental business. I'll be Back! Larry C.read more

Awesome staff, facility, and equipment. Larrissa is my fave

I just moved to the area and so I needed new healthcare providers. Looking for a dentist I searched my plan and Love To Smile came up so I... gave them a try. Everyone has been super kind and attentive to my needs especially Larissa! Second reason is that they have Netflix to watch and pass your time with procedures. That allows you to move your attention away from the dental work happening! The whole staff is greatread more

Pleasant experience. Friendly staff.

If there were an Olympic event for Avoiding the Dentist, I would have a gold medal and a sponsorship deal.... 🙋‍♀️ A few not-so-great experiences over the years left me completely jaded about dental visits. But apparently age and tired teeth don’t care about my attitude, so I finally caved and made an appointment with Love To Smile Dentistry in Peculiar.Full confession: I didn’t research. I didn’t read reviews. I didn’t even overthink it. I literally picked the first name on my insurance list because that’s how little emotional energy I was willing to invest. 😂Turns out… the Universe had my back.From the moment I walked in, everyone in the office was incredibly kind, patient, and understanding, especially with this high-anxiety patient. No judgment. No pressure. Just calm, compassionate care. I had to go back for a procedure, and it went better than I could have ever imagined. Truly. I kept waiting for the “dentist trauma” moment, and it never came.Somewhere along the way, I became reformed. I now have another appointment scheduled for a cleaning. I’m pretty sure my insurance company thinks my identity has been stolen at this point. 😄Highly, highly recommend this office. If you’re nervous, skeptical, or carrying old dental baggage like I was, this is your place. Highly recommend. HIGHLY.read more

My visits with Love to Smile Dentistry are always very good. The staff is lovely and very good and take very good care of my teeth.

Love to smile is hands down the best dentist office! My daughter and I are both nervous patients and they are so patient and kind! They are... absolutely amazing! My family and I won’t go anywhere else!read more

The staff were incredibly personable and knowledgeable. I greatly appreciated the financial transparency when scheduling my treatment plan.... This is the place to be for dental services!read more

Great people, very relaxing, I would recommend them highly. Very enjoyable experience. I really think that this is the best dental office I... have ever visited. Everybody seems happy there. The dentists are kind and careful. I'm so glad that I found this office. If you're looking for great dental care, this is the place.read more

Very good dentist and politeI would recommend them highly 👌

I can’t sing high enough praises about Love To Smile! Excellent care for all. From pediatrics to adult and even adults that act like... pediatrics. Routine cleaning and exams to restorations and Invisalign. I’ve never seen or received care that was less than exceptional, and neither has a single one of the army I have sent their way!read more

The whole staff was very friendly and great at explaining things in terms that you can understand.

Kind, gentle techs and dentists. Full service facility that will work with you on payments and to be as comfortable as possible. I have a... lot of dental anxiety and they are always understanding and sweet. Highly recommend!read more

I had to find a new dentist (which can be daunting and stressful) due to a change in insurance. I’m 60. This isn’t the first time in life... I’ve had to do this. Wish I could give more than five stars. What I can tell you is all the positive reviews about this place are 100% legit. I echo all of the positive words. LoveToSmile is FANTASTIC! Highly recommend!!read more

After not going to the dentist for 3-1/2 years (I know!🙄) was a bit anxious about what to expect. But the office appeared to be... equipped well with modern equipment, clean, and everyone was very friendly. They had TVs for you to watch during the exam! Larissa was an awesome hygienist and worked hard to clean my teeth and explained everything as she went and was pain free. Dr. Sunny was friendly and thorough. Would definitely recommend them!read more

Great service!! Quality work!Scheduling ease.

I had my first dental appointment last week and was impressed to say the least! What a great dental team! Dr Pedersen is so professional... and kind and everything was top notch. Special shout out to Kelsey who went in on her day off and found the earring back that I dropped. I had told her that the earrings had belonged to my mother and she went the extra mile to find it for me! Such a special lady..,thank you Kelsey!read more

Great people and service!

Exceptional care from start to finish! The front desk was friendly and patient despite insurance challenges, the hygienist made sure I was... comfortable throughout, and Dr. Patel was gentle, compassionate, and very thorough. He explained everything clearly and is the only dentist I’ve had who never made me feel uncomfortable about my teeth. After only one visit, I feel that I have already been treated like a close friend/family. Highly recommend!!!read more

Excellent dentistry...very friendly, very comfortable, and very modern. They have TVs everywhere and ask what you'd like to watch. 5... stars...read more

I was very pleased with my first visit to this office. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Great facility! Dr Pederson was thorough... and explained everything. I appreciate the conservative approach to recommending future needs without pressure! My husband will be making an appointment soon!read more

Caring and professional with great results

12-17-2025: Aaaahhh! Another wonderful day at the spa-Aaaahhh!They say fight tooth and nail. Not me. The only flight these pearly teeth... see is when I flash my smile. A smile is always a win.I have THE BEST dental team!!!If you agree, shout out!If you don't know, come on over and left them check you out!I thank God for their blessing in my life.🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰Everyone here is so thoughtful, helpful & nice! They truly cate answering all my questions and explain everytging thoroughly. Comfortable, Clean, up-to-date & THE BEST DENTAL place! I will not go anywhere else, whether I have dental insurance or not. I love the way they make me feel and I go 4 times a year. My dental insurance only covers twice annually, so that should really say something amazing! ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜💟🥰read more

Great place.

Always feels like I'm visiting family when I go for my appointment. Some of the nicest people I know

So very nice office and hygienist very virtuous to let me know on the day of my appointment that because of freezing temps that day they... would be closed and would call to reschedule as they did very considerate of their patients I am very pleased with the whole staff still highly recommend them!!🙂. Love this love to smile dentistry had another check up today they always make you feel so welcome and are very interested in you as their patient. They go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and that means a lot to me I’m always happy when I leave and it’s more then a dentist visit you leave being their friend. Thank you so much for the kindness and caring you give which makes you leaving happy.🥰 Update: I had a wonderful appointment and the kindness and care they give is above and beyond there caring about there patients then after several appointments I consider them as a friend. Thank you so much for your concern and care have a merry Christmas to you all🎄read more

I just love the team, they are a fine-tuned machine. Whether it's Dr Patel or Dr Pederson I know that I am in good hands.

Great experience as always.

Absolutely recommend! Very informative and made me feel heard. Didn’t try to sell me things I didn’t need and Dr. Patel listened and found... the real cause instead of sending me to someone else! Thank you!read more

Another amazing dental day at Love 2 Smile Dentistry in Peculiar, MO! 🦷✨ Huge thanks to Larissa, Dr. Patel, and Dr. Pederson... for always delivering top-notch care with a smile. Truly the best dental team around!💙 #Love2Smile #DentalCareread more

Today was my first appointment at Love TO Smile in Peculiar. They were very friendly and made me feel very relaxed and like I was a friend... already. If it's possible! I actually enjoyed this visit. See you next time.read more

UPDATE: November 25 visit for cleaning and check up. Great visit. Staff is always friendly and professional. Really enjoy Larissa's... friendly, gentle, and caring approach for the cleaning and associated checkup requirements. Dr. Patel and Larissa both listened well when I had a possible issue. A caring team who put the patient first. Exceed 5 STARS for sure.Love they engage in Smile. Dr. Patel and Karen took care of my procedures today. I had a filling and crown done with not even a bit of pain. Patient comfort and concern at the forefront of the visit. Office staff were all warm, friendly and professional. I highly recommend Love to Smile. A great team that I trust.read more

Amazing experience

Friendly and efficient staff. (Esp Larissa). Painless cleaning.

Love To Smile provides excellent dental care, I have used their services several times since 2023. Very satisfied, no pain, attention to... detail, great customer interaction every time. You have a great reputation for dental care . 10 Stars 😊 Thank you to all of the staff.read more

Staff is amazing! Very nice. Answers all questions.

I was looking for a dentist who would provide care with a gentle hand and my sensitivities in mind after having a bad experience with my... previous dentist. Tried love to smile and my hygienist Larissa and Dr “Pinky” - I can’t believe how patient, professional and thoughtful they are. Had a filling replacement on a molar and didn’t have to go in for any bite adjustments. It was perfect from the start. With my previous dentist I’ve made 3-4 trips to get the bite right after experiencing post procedure pain. They take the time to perfect their work and it is so appreciated. I’ve found my new dentist and I’m so grateful.read more

I always have an amazing experience at Love To Smile! Larissa (my hygienist) is always so incredible, personable, and I can tell she... genuinely cares about all of her clients. The dentists are also incredible. I have never had a bad experience here!read more

Always do a great job with my needs, great at explaining what they are doing and makes me feel comfortable with anything they are doing,... very knowledgeable and explain everything, also great at showing better ways to take care of your teeth, I recommend them to everyoneread more

My whole family switched to love to smile and was very apprehensive due to having been with the same dentist for over 20 years. The staff... is so friendly made us feel at home. We love doing business in our community and our experience so far has been amazing.read more

Hygienist is great! Thank goodness I haven't needed dental work but Dr. Peterson gave me a check over and is very pleasant.

Great Dentist, wonderful customer service! Everyone always has a smile when you walk in the door. Very satisfied customer!

I have had such an amazing experience at Love to Smile with Dr. Pedersen and her AMAZING crew of people!! This is the best dental team I... have ever been able to work with! Growing up I was not taken to the dentist getting to Love to Smile in my early 30s I was convinced I would not be able to keep my teeth. But through lots of hard work getting my teeth up to par and a better schedule I will be able to keep my teeth!!! But it gets better! Dr Petersen and her team recently helped me begin Invisalign treatment!! This is such a dream come true for me because I have always had ‘vampire teeth’ while my Invisalign treatment is just beginning I look forward to the out come and hold ginormous gratitude in my heart for Love to Smile, Dr. Pedersen and her team!!read more

Everybody is so helpful and nice and put my scared 6 year old at ease. Highly recommend Dr.Pedersen

We absolutely love Love to Smile!My kids look forward to coming to the dentist here!

Fantastic service and work. The rest of the family will be coming in soon!

I stumbled upon this place last spring due to an ad I saw in the window. I have never met such kind and more gentle people to deal with in... all my years. If you or anyone in your family have a phobia with density … you definitely have to try these great people. They are all very intelligent, and unique in their ability to make you feel at ease. Dr. Patel and his staff are the VERY BEST. I absolutely have all faith in someone that loves what he does in his job. Rarely do you see that anymore. I would hope his demeanor rubs off in generations to come.read more

Husband has been going here for years now my youngest daughter had her first appointment and they were very sweet and kind to her even... though she was scared.read more

I'm super stoked I found this place thru family and friends I couldn't be happier!!new patient here and they literally treat you like... family from the moment you enter until the time you leave.I got in within a week for the crowns I was needed and out the door within 1.5hrs.. everyone of the staff of excellent from the front desk, to the dentist she's very calm and chill.. the assistant was equally skilled and Larissa which I visited with at first visit reassured me I made the best decision..they take all insurance and payment plans so you have no reason not to go.. once you book you'll be happy you did..I'll see you in a few weeks to finish up, it sounds crazy but I'm looking forward to the visit lol.. do it guyscheersread more

Always a great experience! Best customer service around, I love going to the dentist!

Absolutely the best Dental services I have ever received..I know it sounds too be good to true, but it Really Really is.From the Initial... Consultation, the Cleaning to the necessary Procedure (mine was a Crown) turned out flawless..All bases were covered and any questions answered.Insurance is accepted and sorted in house. No need for me to contact.Appointment offerings were excellent and the girls worked to get me in ASAP.Initial visit to fitting final crowns took about 2 weeks..Dr. Peterson, Larissa and Crew are top notch with utmost professionalism.Easy Win.. Visit for all your dental needsread more

Terry thinks they are wonderful

Always very friendly and nice. I was very satisfied with the time they spent with me. Always a pleasant visit.

Everyone in the office are always kind and professional. The dentist is very professional and does great work.

very pleasant office and environment. everyone is very kind and considerate. overall great dentist and would recommend to others.

Cordial and knowledgeable staff.

Oh my God, I love my dentist and his girls so much. I've told my neighbors and they're coming up there. And my insert first try perfect.... I've never had any pain. Whatsoever for whatever work I've ever done and I just went to guys to know you're the bomb.I'm just getting started. Everybody is super super nice and I'm thinking that this is gonna work out really well. I love to smile and I love all the women up there and my dentist. He's amazingread more

Loved the entire experience and visit. I have not had good experiences with dentistry in the past and try really hard to stay away from... the profession. However this visit and entire experience has been wonderful and I will be returning to have additional procedures that I need for the health of my teeth. I fully recommend this office and the awesome people that work there. From the time you walk in to the end of procedures it is pleasant, professional, and accommodating.read more

It was an enjoyable experience.

Great dentist. They do a very thorough job and don’t try to scare you into getting work done that isn’t really necessary.

I just started going to this office a few months ago and two weeks ago I chipped a front tooth and they did a great job filling it and... making it look good as new!read more

Everyone was very nice. I didn’t have to wait to see the dentist. Great experience.

My family loves this dentist office!! Our family dentist of 30 years retired in 2020 and it took us almost two years to find a new dentist... office. They are personal, and take great care of you and your teeth. We visit the Peculiar office and it’s exactly what I was looking for! Highly recommend giving them a chance.read more

This was by far the best experience I've ever had at the dentist! The staff is professional as well as personable. Dr. Pedersen is just as... warm and professional as her staff. They really do, Love to Smile, and are eager to take care of you! If you're looking for a dentist I highly recommend, Love to Smile!read more

First visit today...greatest experience ever. Everyone is so nice and explains everything they are doing or what needs to be done. So glad... I found them.read more

Everyone are friendly and make you feel comfortable

I was quite impressed with this team!!! They went to great lengths to make me comfortable. They were very knowledgeable and explained... everything they did and saw to where I could understand it. Unfortunately I'll need more visits due to dental issues but actually looking forward to it.read more

They did excellent my comfort was there priority.Also I’m here to win the ice cream machine

I had a great experience at Love To Smile! The staff and Dentist were all friendly and they communicated very well.

Best place ever. Have been going for years and it's always gotten better. From just me to now my whole family coming here!

BEST DENTAL OFFICE HANDS DOWN! I was someone that needed a TON of work done and was terrified of the dentist. I was there after a front... tooth had broken off at the gum line and knew I couldn’t put off a dentist any longer. I had so many cavities after the initial X-rays I felt overwhelmed and ashamed. I went from thinking I needed sedation and having panic attacks days prior to an appointment to not even using laughing gas and getting all the work done that was needed over the last couple of years. I have a beautiful smile now and my self esteem is so much better! I’ve worked with all of the dentists at this practice and I think I’ve had every dental assistant as well. They have all been incredibly kind, gone out of their way to make me feel safe during each procedure and kept me comfortable throughout explaining what they are doing, asking periodically if I need a break or how I’m doing so far. If you have any concerns inbetween visits they are quick to work you in and genuinely care about helping you achieve your best dental health. More than once and more than one dentist at this practice has worked me in to the schedule same day I called needing help and included two different dentists working me in over their lunch breaks to complete dental work that was needed on me last minute. I cant thank them enough for helping fix my smile and get healthy again. I would recommend them to anyone at any age looking to get dental work done. I take my family here as well and they do a great job with my son.read more

This is a very good place to get your teeth taken care of. Staff is very nice!

Awesome staff!!!Awesome Drs..flexible and they take great care of my entire family!!Love the energy from the moment you walk in the door!!

Had crowns put on several teeth and Dr Patel did an excellent job matching them to my regular teeth. Overall experience was great. I would... recommend them based on my experience.read more

It was good

Wasn’t as bad as I was expecting! They are super nice ladies there I’ve been going there for years love them so much!

Everyone here is so nice. They don’t treat you like a number.

Just finished my Invisalign! The whole staff is amazing and Dr. Pedersen takes the time to ensure you have the best outcome.

Very friendly, explains everything going on, and a comfortable atmosphere!

Everyone is so welcoming and easy to work with. They are gentle and make you feel at ease. I actually look forward to my visits to Love... to Smile in Peculiar!!!!read more

Everyone at Love to Smile has always made me feel so welcome! I have only been met with kind people when I walk into the building! 10/10... reccomend!!read more