Convenient Access from Ladue
Short answer: about 12 minutes, all on surface streets. Metro West Dental and Implant Institute is a periodontist-led office in Creve Coeur, and for parents who want a dentist in Ladue, MO who can handle gum care, implants and routine checkups in one place, the trip fits neatly between school drop-off and pickup.
From Ladue City Hall at 9345 Clayton Road, head west on Clayton Rd and pick up Conway Rd to S Lindbergh Blvd (US 67). Go north on Lindbergh, then turn west onto Ladue Rd and follow it to N New Ballas Rd. Turn right, and our office at 443 N New Ballas Rd Ste 244, Creve Coeur, MO 63141 is about 0.6 mi up, near the Creve Coeur Government Center and the Creve Coeur Post Office. The full drive runs roughly 5.3 miles, and our Google Maps listing will route you from your own street.
Lindbergh carries heavy traffic at rush hour, so give yourself a cushion then. Patients from neighboring Olivette and Frontenac reach us just as easily, and Huntleigh families come up Lindbergh too.
Built Around the School-Day Schedule in Ladue
Ladue took shape in 1936, when the villages of LaDue, Deer Creek and McKnight merged into one St. Louis County city. Today it covers about 8.5 square miles, with a full public school district and two large private schools, John Burroughs School and Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School, in the area. For many households, the calendar revolves around carpools, practices and school events.
That is exactly why a nearby office with a clear route matters. A parent can drop the kids at Conway, Old Bonhomme, Reed or Spoede Elementary, drive to Creve Coeur for a periodontal visit and be home well before the final bell. We see patients Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, which lines up with a typical school day.
Parents often put their own care last. Our team makes that easier by explaining each step and its cost up front, so no appointment comes as a surprise.
Grandparents who help with carpool duty are welcome here too. Loose teeth, an aging bridge or a denture that rocks are all problems a periodontist is trained to assess, and the implant consult happens in the same office as the cleaning.
A first periodontal visit is mostly about information. We measure the pockets around each tooth, review x-rays and take intraoral camera photos so you can see exactly what we see on the screen. You leave with a clear picture of your gum health and a written plan, even if the answer is simply to keep up your cleanings.
Gum Health Questions Busy Parents Tend to Put Off
Pink in the sink after brushing, a tooth that seems to have grown taller, or one that shifts slightly when you bite are easy to ignore during a busy season. Those are also the classic early signs of periodontal disease. Because Dr. Shabany is a periodontist, he can evaluate them at a routine visit rather than sending you across town to a specialist.
When treatment is needed, laser periodontal therapy is one of the options we offer. It uses laser energy to treat infected gum tissue around the teeth. Some cases combine laser care with other gum treatments, such as grafting where recession has gone further.
Once gum disease is under control, the goal shifts to keeping it there. Periodontal maintenance visits are spaced to fit how your gums respond, and many people settle into a steady routine that protects both their natural teeth and any implants. Skipping them gives the bacteria a chance to settle back in.
Ladue teenagers need steady care as well. Students at Ladue Middle School and Ladue Horton Watkins High School often juggle braces, sports seasons and packed schedules. Regular cleanings and exams keep an eye on all of it, and parents can book their own visit on the same afternoon.
Adults also benefit from an oral cancer screening as part of a checkup. It is a quick part of the exam, and it gives us a baseline to compare against at future visits.
Five Services That Matter to Parents Seeking a Dentist in Ladue, MO
Periodontics
Specialty gum care is the core of this practice. Adults with bleeding gums, recession or deep pockets get evaluated and treated by the periodontist who will follow them for years. Treatment starts with measurements, not guesses.
Laser Dentistry
Our laser periodontal disease treatment targets infected tissue around the teeth. Laser gum contouring and other laser services are also available when the exam shows they fit. Each laser visit is explained in plain terms beforehand.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings, exams and an oral cancer screening give busy parents a full picture in one visit. Students home from school on a weekday can come in for their own cleaning too. Routine visits are the simplest way to keep small problems small.
Dental Implants
When a tooth cannot be saved, a periodontist is well placed to plan and place the implant. CBCT 3D imaging shows bone volume before any surgery is scheduled. The same office then handles healing checks and long-term care for the implant.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, veneers and a smile makeover can follow once the gums are healthy. Graduation photos and family milestones are natural moments to consider them.
Most families do not need every service on this list at once. A parent might start with a gum evaluation, add a whitening appointment a few months later and bring a teenager in for cleanings along the way. Keeping all of it with one team means each new step builds on records we already have.
Meet Dr. Shabany
Dr. Khaled Shabany, DMD, MS, completed three years of post-graduate study in the Northwestern University Dental School Graduate Periodontics Program in Chicago. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology. That specialty depth shapes every treatment plan, from a routine cleaning to implant surgery.
Insurance & Financing
Metro West works with a multitude of insurance providers and files your claims for you. Before treatment starts, you receive a detailed cost breakdown, so there are no guesses about your share. For costs insurance does not cover, Cherry financing and other flexible payment options are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Metro West Dental and Implant Institute from Ladue, and how do I get there?
The office is roughly 5.3 miles from Ladue City Hall, about 12 minutes by car. You take Clayton Rd and Conway Rd to Lindbergh Blvd, go north, then follow Ladue Rd west to N New Ballas Rd. Parents who want a dentist in Ladue, MO with specialty gum training can make that trip between school runs.
Is Lindbergh Boulevard slow during Ladue school drop-off?
It can be. Lindbergh and the roads feeding it get busy around school start and dismissal times. A mid-morning or early-afternoon appointment usually misses the worst of it, and our 8:30 AM to 5 PM schedule Monday through Thursday leaves plenty of room for those windows.
Can I book my own periodontal visit while my children are at Conway, Reed or Spoede Elementary?
Yes, that is a common plan. The roughly 12-minute drive leaves time for a cleaning, a periodontal evaluation or a follow-up visit during school hours. Let the front desk know your pickup time when you call, and they will try to schedule around it.
Can I get laser treatment for gum disease at Metro West?
Yes. Laser periodontal treatment is one of the gum therapies Dr. Shabany provides. Whether it suits your case depends on what the periodontal exam shows, including pocket depth and bone levels. The doctor walks you through every option before anything is scheduled.
Does Ladue Road actually lead to the office?
Yes. That road runs west to N New Ballas Rd, and the office sits about 0.6 mi north of the intersection. Coming from City Hall, you reach it by way of Lindbergh, and one right turn onto New Ballas finishes the drive. The Creve Coeur Government Center and the post office are close by.
Schedule Your Visit from Ladue
If you have been meaning to deal with tender gums or a missing tooth, our Creve Coeur team would be glad to serve as your dentist in Ladue, MO. Call 314-237-3281 and mention the times that work around your family's schedule. More nearby communities are listed on our areas we serve page, and you can learn about the practice on our Dentist Creve Coeur, MO home page.