Convenient Access from Bridgeton
I-270 does almost all the work: from the Bridgeton Government Center it is about a 12-minute drive to Metro West Dental and Implant Institute in Creve Coeur. If you have been searching for a dentist in Bridgeton, MO who specializes in gums, implants and dentures, our periodontist-led office is one straight run down the interstate.
Start at 12355 Natural Bridge Road and follow Natural Bridge Rd to St. Charles Rock Rd (MO 180), then pick up I-270 south. Ride I-270 south to Olive Blvd (MO 340), leave the highway there and take Olive a short way to N New Ballas Rd. Turn onto N New Ballas and head south about 0.4 mi to 443 N New Ballas Rd Ste 244, Creve Coeur, MO 63141, a short way from the Creve Coeur Post Office and the Creve Coeur Government Center. All told it is roughly 7.6 miles, and you can see our office on Google Maps before you set out.
Nearby Maryland Heights and Overland are also within easy reach of the office, and St. Charles lies just across the Missouri River.
A Steady Dental Home Close to Bridgeton
Bridgeton's history runs deep for a St. Louis County city. It was first platted in 1794 as Marais des Liards, and the city-owned Payne-Gentry House holds the oldest surviving doctor's office in Missouri. Today the city sits where I-70 meets I-270, with part of St. Louis Lambert International Airport inside its limits and the Missouri River along its northwestern edge.
Much of the housing went up during a 1960s building boom. The parks department runs dedicated Older Adult Services alongside ten park locations, including Berry Hill Golf Course and the Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex. Those programs serve residents focused on healthy aging, and keeping natural teeth is part of that picture.
Metro West is built for that kind of long-term relationship. One periodontist oversees your gum health, your fillings and any tooth replacement, so the person who knows your history is the one making the plan. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, which suits retirees who prefer weekday daytime visits.
If something hurts right now, new patients can start with our $49 Emergency Exam & X-Ray. It covers one problem area with a focused exam and a single x-ray, and it gives you a clear answer before any larger plan is discussed.
Gum Disease, Loose Teeth and Dentures: What Bridgeton Patients Ask Most
As teeth and gums age, periodontal disease becomes more common. It often starts with bleeding or tender gums and, left alone, can loosen teeth by wearing away the bone that holds them. A periodontist is trained specifically to treat that process, and it is the heart of what Dr. Shabany does.
When teeth cannot be saved, there are several ways forward. Partial dentures fill gaps between remaining teeth, full dentures replace an entire arch, and implants replace individual teeth or, through All-on-X, a full arch. We mill dentures in the office on a Coritec 150i PRO and print them on a SprintRay PRO 3D printer, which keeps the fitting process local.
For people who have lost most of their teeth, All-on-X treatment supports a full arch of fixed teeth on a small number of implants. It is a larger project, so the consultation covers each phase, the timeline and the cost before anything is scheduled.
Anxiety keeps some people away from the dentist for years. Oral conscious sedation, a prescribed sedative taken about an hour before the visit, helps patients relax through longer appointments while staying conscious.
After gum treatment, the work shifts to keeping things stable. Periodontal maintenance visits are spaced to fit how your gums respond, and gentle brushing along the gumline plus daily cleaning between teeth carries the effort forward at home. Small, steady habits protect the results far better than an occasional burst of attention.
Gum, Denture and Implant Care When You Need a Dentist in Bridgeton, MO
Periodontics
Periodontal disease treatment, laser gum therapy and grafting address gum problems at their source. For anyone with bleeding gums or shifting teeth, this is usually the first step.
Restorative Dentistry
Crowns, bridges and dentures and partials rebuild chewing comfort. Dentures are milled or 3D-printed right here, so the work stays in one office.
Dental Implants
A periodontist plans and places each implant, with gum health checked first. Implants can replace one tooth or several.
Full-Mouth Rehabilitation
When many teeth need work, a coordinated plan replaces piecemeal repairs. All-on-X is one option for a full arch.
Oral Sedation
A prescribed sedative taken before the visit helps nervous patients through longer treatment. It is a practical option for anyone who has postponed care out of fear.
Many treatment plans here combine several of these services. A patient might begin with gum therapy, replace two back teeth with implants and finish with a new partial, all coordinated by one doctor using one set of records. Each phase comes with a cost breakdown before it begins, so you can pace the work in a way that suits your budget.
Meet Dr. Shabany
Dr. Khaled Shabany, DMD, MS, trained as a periodontist through three years of graduate study at Northwestern University's dental school in Chicago. His career now spans more than 30 years of clinical and academic work. He prefers to treat a developing problem early rather than wait and watch it grow.
Insurance & Financing
Without dental insurance, the Metro West Dental Savings Plan gives members 10% off dental implants and 15% off additional procedures, with no waiting periods or yearly maximum. Cherry financing can spread larger costs into monthly payments. Patients with insurance can have us file their claims instead, since the plan cannot be combined with coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Metro West Dental and Implant Institute from Bridgeton, and how do I get there?
From the Bridgeton Government Center, the office is about 7.6 miles away, roughly 12 minutes by car. Natural Bridge Rd and St. Charles Rock Rd lead to I-270 south, which you leave at Olive Blvd before turning onto N New Ballas Rd. Older adults seeking a dentist in Bridgeton, MO with periodontal training will find the drive mostly highway.
Can Metro West help a Bridgeton retiree whose dentures no longer fit?
Yes. Replacement dentures are milled or 3D-printed in our office, so the fitting process stays in one place. For some patients, implants or All-on-X may be worth discussing as a fixed alternative. The first step is an exam to see how the gums and remaining bone have changed since the old set was made.
How heavy is I-270 traffic between Bridgeton and the Olive Boulevard exit?
Outside peak times it is usually manageable, but I-270 does back up at rush hour. Mid-morning and early-afternoon appointments tend to avoid the worst of it. Since we only see patients Monday through Thursday, picking a midday slot early in the week is the easiest plan.
Is implant care affordable for Bridgeton residents without dental insurance?
Several options make it more manageable. Members of the Metro West Dental Savings Plan, which costs $499 per adult per year, receive 10% off dental implants. Cherry financing can then spread the remaining balance over time, and you get a detailed cost breakdown before treatment begins so there are no surprises.
Can I be sedated for denture fittings or implant surgery?
Yes. Oral conscious sedation is available for longer or more involved visits, including implant procedures. You take a prescribed sedative about an hour before the appointment and remain conscious throughout. If you are weighing a full-arch plan from Bridgeton, raise sedation at the very first consultation so it can be built into the schedule.
Schedule Your Visit from Bridgeton
Whether it is bleeding gums, a loose tooth or a denture that needs replacing, our team would be glad to be your dentist in Bridgeton, MO, just down I-270 in Creve Coeur. Call 314-237-3281 to book a consultation. You can find other nearby communities on our areas we serve page, or start from our Dentist Creve Coeur, MO home page.