40 UNDER 40 HONOREES

Brianna Ganson

  • Leawood, Overland Park and Salina, Kansas
  • General

Age:

39

Name of Practice:

Happy Teeth Dentistry; Surgicenter of Johnson County; Salina Family Healthcare Center

Education:

University of Missouri– Kansas City School of Dentistry


Why They Were Nominated

Living in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina struck in 2005, Dr. Ganson was drawn to dentistry after learning how forensic dentists used teeth to reunite families with their deceased loved ones. She now specializes in working with children, especially those afraid of the dentist.

Favorite Aspect of Dentistry

“When I get a child out of pain. A child may have been having trouble eating, talking, drinking, smiling, and I get the opportunity to make them happy and healthy again.”

Philosophy

“Treat the patient as you would your own child. Do the right thing. Be kind. Laugh. And work fast.”

Something People Don’t Know

“I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie. I’ve been skydiving eight times, one of which established my nickname, ‘Crash.’ I’ve been swimming with sharks and recently went tornado chasing and saw my first tornado.”

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