Greater St. Louis Periodontics & Implants

Greater St. Louis Periodontics & Implants, located at 605 Old Ballas Rd Suite 250, Creve Coeur, MO, is a specialized dental clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive periodontal care and dental implant solutions. The practice is spearheaded by Dr. William M. Cohen, a highly experienced and board-certified Periodontist in the State of Missouri. Dr. Cohen's professional career is devoted to all aspects of periodontics, with a particular focus on the treatment of periodontal disease and dental implants. Dr. Cohen completed his undergraduate studies with a four-year degree in Biology from the University of Missouri – Columbia, followed by a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Washington University. He further specialized by obtaining a Masters of Science and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Periodontics from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. His commitment to research was recognized in 1990 when he received the prestigious National Institute of Dental Research Fellowship to study the relationship between inflammation and blood coagulation. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Cohen is dedicated to teaching and mentoring. Since 2000, he has maintained an Associate Assistant Professorship in the School of Dentistry's Periodontics Department at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, where he provides clinical, surgical, and didactic training to periodontal residents. He also regularly exceeds continuing education requirements and lectures nationally on the latest periodontal therapies and implant techniques. The clinic offers a wide range of services, including conservative treatment of gum disease, Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery (such as crown lengthening and gum grafting), and advanced dental implant systems from leading brands like Neodent, Ankylos-Dentsply, and Zimmer Dental's Trabecular Metal dental implants. Dr. Cohen is particularly renowned for his expertise in extraction and simultaneous dental implant placement and temporization. The practice also utilizes advanced techniques like Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) to enhance healing. Greater St. Louis Periodontics & Implants prides itself on a patient-centered approach, ensuring comfort and clear communication throughout treatment. The dedicated support team, including surgical assistants and office administration, works to make the patient experience as smooth as possible. While the office does not currently participate with insurance companies, they assist patients with insurance claims and offer third-party payment options like CareCredit. The clinic is easily accessible with a central location and ample free parking, serving patients from across the St. Louis metropolitan area.