St. Louis Smile Center

St. Louis Smile Center is a well-established dental clinic located at 12105 Bridgeton Sq Dr, Bridgeton, MO 63044. The practice is led by Dr. Derek J. Vadnal, D.M.D., and prides itself on providing comprehensive, gentle, and high-quality dental care to patients of all ages. Their service area extends beyond Bridgeton to include St. Louis, St. Ann, Maryland Heights, and other surrounding communities. The clinic offers a broad spectrum of dental services designed to meet diverse patient needs. These include general dentistry such as dental exams, cleanings, digital x-rays, and oral hygiene education. They are also highly proficient in cosmetic dentistry, offering teeth whitening (including custom take-home Opalescence™ kits), porcelain and composite veneers, and full smile makeovers. For restorative needs, St. Louis Smile Center provides crowns (including same-day CEREC® crowns), fixed bridges, root canal therapy, inlays, onlays, and various tooth-colored restorations. They also specialize in oral and maxillofacial surgery, including bone grafting and TMJ treatment, and periodontics for gum disease management. A significant focus of St. Louis Smile Center is patient comfort, particularly for those with dental anxiety. They offer various sedation options, including nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and full sedation with an anesthesiologist, available for both children and adults. The clinic utilizes modern technology such as CBCT and digital scanners to enhance treatment efficiency and precision. They are committed to continuous education, with the team regularly attending dental lectures and conventions to stay abreast of the latest techniques and products. St. Louis Smile Center emphasizes building a foundation of trust with patients and providing personalized treatment plans. They accept various insurance plans, including Medicare through United Healthcare, Aetna, and Humana. Patients frequently praise the friendly and professional staff, Dr. Vadnal's gentle chairside manner, and the overall comfortable and positive atmosphere of the clinic.