St. Louis Dental Center

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St. Louis Dental Center

About

The St. Louis Dental Center is a state-of-the-art dental clinic in St. Louis, MO, formed through a partnership between A.T. Still University (ATSU) and Affinia Healthcare. It serves the St. Louis community by providing comprehensive dental care, including specialized care for patients with special healthcare needs. It also functions as a primary clinical education site for dental students from ATSU's Missouri School of Dentistry & oral health (ATSU-MOSDOH), focusing on addressing oral health disparities and increasing access to care for underserved populations.

Hours

Monday

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday

7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

1500 Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63104

Phone

(314) 833-2700

Website

stldentalcenter.org

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Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

Toilet

Payments

Credit cards
Debit cards

Planning

Accepts new patients

Payments

Cash only

Detailed Introduction

The St. Louis Dental Center is a prominent dental clinic located at 1500 Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63104. It operates as a unique partnership between A.T. Still University (ATSU), specifically its Missouri School of Dentistry & oral health (ATSU-MOSDOH), and Affinia Healthcare, a community health organization. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive, high-quality dental care to the St. Louis community, with a particular focus on addressing oral health disparities and increasing access to care for underserved populations, including those with intellectual, physical, and emotional disabilities. The center boasts a state-of-the-art 79,000-square-foot clinical education facility equipped with 101 dental chairs. It serves as the primary clinical training site for ATSU-MOSDOH dental students, where they provide faculty-supervised patient care. This educational component ensures that future dental professionals are trained in a real-world setting with a strong emphasis on community service and patient-centered care. Services offered at the St. Louis Dental Center encompass a wide range of general and specialized dental treatments. While not explicitly detailed as an exhaustive list, similar institutions and the center's mission suggest services typically include oral examinations, X-rays, cleanings, routine fillings, extractions, and potentially specialized services like orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and pediatric dentistry, especially given its role in advanced dental education. They are known to accept Medicaid and most dental insurance plans, and discounts are available for uninsured patients, further reinforcing their commitment to accessible care. The St. Louis Dental Center is deeply involved in community outreach and education, working to promote oral health literacy and prevent unnecessary emergency room visits for dental issues. Their commitment extends beyond local services, as evidenced by their participation in international dental missions, such as the Jamaica Dental Mission, where they provide free dental care to underserved communities. The center's dedication to service learning and community-based education is a core aspect of ATSU-MOSDOH's curriculum, ensuring that students gain experience in diverse populations and contribute to addressing global oral health disparities. Patient reviews often highlight the professionalism, compassion, and efficiency of the dentists and staff. Many patients appreciate the comprehensive care and the comfortable environment, even those with dental anxiety. The center's operating hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with extended urgent care hours on Mondays and Wednesdays (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) and Saturdays (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM).

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Patient Reviews

3.3 out of 5

Hairby queen

Had aVery bad toothache and they got me in and out perfect service

June 9, 2025

Jessica DePew

Top notch! Even the receptionists were wonderful. I called and was placed on a waiting list. After about 2 months a student dentist called me and set up an appointment. That student dentist changed my life. All of my teeth were pulled. They pulled them in quads and it took several appointments.

If the student had trouble an instructor quickly took over. Every instructor was very skilled and knowledgeable. Although it took many appointments it was worth it. I ended up with the most beautiful set of dentures! I am very grateful for their services.

October 30, 2024

heather upton

My son has autism and we were on a waiting list here. This is the first place they have been able to do work on him without putting him under anesthesia. They have so much patience with him. They are great

December 19, 2024

Krystal Crimmns

Oh my goodness, I need to rave about this dental clinic! Coming from someone who's been through the dental wringer, I was super nervous walking in. See, I had this whole mess with my back teeth, plus damage from when someone who wasn't really qualified messed with my permanent bonded retainer (pro tip: don't let just anyone remove and reattach those!). This amazing student dentist Gina did what seasoned dentists struggle with - she pulled two infected teeth like she was born doing it! The crazy part? ZERO PAIN. None! Like, how is that even possible?And here's the kicker - she's still in training! Could've fooled me because she worked like a total pro. The supervising dentist was fantastic too - such a great teacher and you could tell they really knew their stuff.

And can we talk about the vibe there? In most big dental offices, you can cut the tension with a knife, but not here! The whole place just radiated good energy. Everyone got along so well, and as someone who's the biggest dental scaredy-cat ever, I felt so comfortable and cared for. Gina, if you're reading this - you're going to be one of the great ones! Your patience, skills, and compassion are off the charts. I've had some nightmare experiences before (don't even get me started about the time a lady nearly ripped my mouth apart taking x-rays and then yelled at me! 😱), but this place? Pure gold. Bottom line: If you're nervous about going to a dental school clinic, DON'T BE! These folks - especially Gina - are bringing their A-game and treating patients better than some fancy private practices I've been to.

As I looked around I noticed pretty much everyone was even happy I didn't really hear any bickering or any unhappy customers leaving. I'm actually looking forward to my next visit, and trust me, that's saying something! Thank you, Gina and team, for making this dental chicken feel like brave for upcoming visits. You're all incredible! I do mean everyone all of the staff was amazing, even the receptionists.

January 30, 2025