Convenient Access from Town and Country
Morning light on the trails at Longview Farm Park, a dog tugging toward the old farmhouse, the art gallery not yet open for the day. Plenty of mornings start that way here, and a dental visit can slot in right after. If you need a dentist in Town and Country, MO, Metro West Dental and Implant Institute is about 8 minutes up Ballas Road in Creve Coeur, with no interstate driving involved. Our practice is led by a periodontist and focuses on implants, gum care and full-mouth restoration.
From the Town and Country Municipal Center at 1011 Municipal Center Drive, follow the drive out to Clayton Rd and turn left, heading east. A short distance later, turn left onto Ballas Rd and simply keep going north. The road carries you past Missouri Baptist Medical Center and then Mercy Hospital St. Louis as Ballas becomes New Ballas Rd.
Cross Ladue Rd and continue on N New Ballas Rd to our office at 443 N New Ballas Rd Ste 244, Creve Coeur, MO 63141. The trip is only about 3.3 miles and normally takes 8 minutes on surface streets. Our Google Maps listing shows the exact spot. We also have pages for nearby Des Peres and Huntleigh.
Where Town and Country Neighbors Find Unhurried Care
Town and Country spreads across more than 11 square miles of west St. Louis County, with spacious lots, wooded streets and plenty of green space. The city began as a village in 1950 and became a fourth-class city in 1975. Its city parks, including Longview Farm Park and Drace Park with its three historic log cabins, are free to visit from sunrise to sunset all year.
Many households here have been settled for years, and long-term residents tend to have long dental histories. Old bridges, worn crowns and missing back teeth often appear together. They are best addressed with a plan that looks at the whole mouth, which is exactly how Dr. Shabany works.
The drive is part of the appeal. Ballas Road runs almost straight from Clayton Rd to our door, so there is no merging onto I-270 and no hunting for an exit. Appointments run Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, giving retirees and working parents plenty of weekday options.
The city also has a campus feel in places. Maryville University sits on Maryville University Drive, and its students, faculty and staff are welcome here alongside longtime homeowners. A first visit for any new patient includes a full exam, digital x-rays and an honest talk about priorities.
Replacing Missing Teeth: A Guide for Town and Country Homeowners
Missing teeth do more than leave a gap. Neighboring teeth slowly drift, the opposite tooth can over-erupt, and the jawbone beneath the gap shrinks over time. Waiting years to replace a tooth often makes the eventual repair more complicated.
Dental implants solve that problem at the root. A small post in the jaw supports a crown, and with healthy gums it can serve for many years. Because a periodontist places the implant, the bone and gum work that often comes first is handled in the same office.
Planning matters as much as placement. Our office prints implant surgical guides on a SprintRay 3D printer, so each implant goes where the plan says it should. That precision is especially useful when several teeth are being replaced at once.
Some patients qualify for even faster treatment. Same-day dental implants are available for carefully selected candidates, and patients missing most or all of their teeth can explore an All-on-X full-arch restoration. Both approaches start with a detailed exam and imaging.
Comfort is the other common worry. Patients who feel anxious about longer procedures can choose oral conscious sedation, a prescribed sedative taken about an hour before the appointment. It helps the time pass calmly while Dr. Shabany works.
Once an implant is in place, daily care keeps it healthy. Implants cannot decay, but the gum and bone around them can become inflamed, much like gum disease around natural teeth. Brushing, cleaning between teeth and regular professional cleanings are what protect the result for the long run, and a periodontist is well placed to spot early warning signs.
How Our Services Fit Anyone Searching for a Dentist in Town and Country, MO
Dental Implants
Single implants and full-arch options replace missing teeth with stable, fixed results. Planning uses 3D imaging and printed guides for accuracy.
Oral Sedation
A prescribed oral sedative helps nervous patients relax through implant surgery or long restorative visits. It is a practical option for anyone who has avoided the dentist for years.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers, whitening and smile makeovers refresh teeth that have darkened or chipped with age. Results are planned to look natural, never overdone.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings and exams protect the investment in implants and crowns. Town and Country families also rely on these visits to catch cavities and gum changes early.
Families are part of the picture too. Most local children attend Parkway C-2 schools, with some homes in the Kirkwood R-VII and Ladue districts, and the city is home to private schools such as Westminster Christian Academy, The Principia and Visitation Academy. Kids and parents can share one dental home with their grandparents.
Meet Dr. Shabany
Dr. Khaled Shabany, DMD, MS began with a biology degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville before training as a periodontist. He stays active in the American Dental Association, the Missouri Dental Association and the Greater St. Louis Dental Society.
Insurance & Financing
Patients without insurance can join the Metro West Dental Savings Plan, which takes 10% off dental implants and 15% off additional procedures. It has no waiting periods and no yearly maximum. Insured patients receive a detailed cost breakdown before any treatment starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Metro West Dental and Implant Institute from Town and Country, and how do I get there?
It is a 3.3-mile drive from the Town and Country Municipal Center, usually about 8 minutes. Head east on Clayton Rd, turn left onto Ballas Rd, and stay on Ballas and New Ballas Rd north across Ladue Rd. Anyone wanting a dentist in Town and Country, MO arrives at 443 N New Ballas Rd Ste 244 without touching an interstate.
Do I need to take I-270 or I-64 to reach the office?
No, the entire drive uses local streets. Clayton Rd connects to Ballas Rd, and Ballas runs north into New Ballas Rd all the way to our building. It is a relaxed approach from Town and Country for anyone who would rather skip interstate merging.
Is your office part of Missouri Baptist Medical Center or Mercy Hospital?
No, Metro West is an independent dental practice. You simply pass both hospitals on the way: Missouri Baptist sits on N. Ballas Rd, and Mercy Hospital St. Louis is farther north on S. New Ballas Rd. Our office is about a mile and a half beyond Mercy on the same corridor.
Can Maryville University students and staff become patients?
Yes, students, faculty and staff are all welcome. Those without dental insurance can use our savings plan, which covers two cleanings, exams with x-rays and an emergency exam each year. New patients with a sudden problem can also book the $49 Emergency Exam & X-Ray for one problem area.
What are same-day dental implants, and who is a candidate?
Same-day dental implants let carefully selected patients receive a tooth on the same visit the implant is placed. Good candidates have healthy gums, enough bone and a stable bite. Dr. Shabany confirms suitability with an exam and 3D imaging, and he recommends a staged approach whenever that serves the patient better.
Schedule Your Visit from Town and Country
An easy drive up Ballas Road and a periodontist who plans carefully make us a natural choice for anyone who wants a dentist in Town and Country, MO residents can reach without the interstate. Call 314-237-3281 to arrange a consultation. Explore every community we care for on our areas we serve page, or return to our Dentist Creve Coeur, MO main page.