Whatever your need, our St. Louis dentist clinic is equipped to do it!

Checkups, Cleanings & Examinations

Next to brushing and flossing regularly, consistent 6-month check ups may be the best way to keep your teeth and gums as healthy as possible. Aside from providing a thorough cleaning of plaque and tartar, our "soft-touch" examinations monitor periodontal disease, oral cancer and overall dental health. If you have not had regular care of a dentist St. Louis residents find that our caring staff and experienced dentists can quickly put you back on the road to dental health.

Tooth Fillings

If you have a cavity, it's nothing to be ashamed of – it can happen to anyone. But proper detection and treatment is integral to maintaining the proper structure and function of your teeth. Luckily, Drs. Goodman & West offer a soft-touch approach that will restore the area of decay in the most gentle and comfortable way possible. Fillings are mercury free – and if aesthetics are a concern, a tooth-colored material will be used that is virtually undetectable in your mouth.

Root Canal Therapy

The term root canal therapy refers to a treatment of the interior of a tooth, the part that is occupied by 'pulp' tissue. This tissue contains nerves, but also has veins and arteries, lymph and connective tissue. Many people fear having a root canal because they have heard they are painful, especially if the pulp has gotten infected. However, once there is infection the tooth will never heal by itself. Instead the infection will just spread. If you have pain or sensitivity when you bite down or chew, Drs. Goodman & West can perform the necessary tests and recommend a solution. If root canal therapy is required, you can rest assured that it will be done with your comfort as the top priority with our soft-touch, painless methods.

Dental Crowns

In some cases, we see patients with a tooth that does not have enough tooth structure to allow placement of a filling. In cases like these, installing a dental crown is often the best option. A crown is created to match your current teeth and is bonded over your preexisting tooth. Dental crowns can strengthen, restore and improve the appearance of your natural tooth. The material used is state-of-the-art, high-strength and metal-free.

Bridges

When one or more missing teeth need to be replaced, a bridge may be the best solution. It's a custom device anchored to neighboring teeth made from a wide variety of customizable materials. In most cases, the feel and function of natural teeth is completely restored. Plus, bridges are designed based on the color and shape of your mouth to ensure a completely natural aesthetic appearance.

Invisalign Orthodontics

Do you have crowded, crooked or widely spaced teeth? Invisalign may be the discreet treatment – and clear alternative to metal braces – that you're looking for. Invisalign is really a series of several clear, removable tooth aligners that few people will even notice you are wearing. It can even help with more complex issues such as overbites, underbites and crossbites. Invisalign aligners, unlike braces, can easily be removed during meals or when you brush your teeth. If you are seeking a dentist in St. Louis with experience in this technique, be aware that Drs. Goodman & West are both Invisalign certified – and experienced – providers, with the expertise and technology needed to provide you with a comfortable and customized treatment. If you would like to find out more about the Invisalign process, or if you would like to know if you're a candidate, contact us today.

Teeth Whitening

Have your teeth lost their natural, clean and bright appeal? You're not alone. In fact, it's a natural process caused by some of the things we drink and eat, as well as our individual oral hygiene habits. Luckily, whitening might be the only procedure you need to completely restore your natural smile. From one single unmatched tooth to your entire set, rest assured that in office teeth whitening procedures are a safe and effective way to brighten stained or discolored teeth. Goodman & West uses a variety of bleaching products that contain peroxides to whiten and brighten. Depending on your specific situation and the condition of your teeth, results can vary from slightly to several shades brighter. If you would like to find out if you are a candidate for a whiter, brighter smile by getting a whitening procedure in our St Louis dentist office, click here.

Dental Implants

We have seen many people in our St. Louis dentist clinic that have, through the effects of disease or an injury, lost some of their teeth. In the past dentures were the only alternative for many of these people but now dental implants can replace all the missing teeth or replace some of the teeth and be used as anchors to keep dentures from slipping. Implants work by using permanent titanium cylinders that are bonded to the upper or lower jaw. A custom made dental crown is then placed on the base that matches the size, shape and color of your existing, natural teeth. Do you want to know if you could be a candidate for having dental implants? If you have good overall health, are free of any chronic illness and do not smoke, you probably would qualify. Click here for more information.

Porcelain Veneers

Are you seeking a dentist in St Louis that can provide quick improvements to your smile without the lengthy ordeal of having braces? If so, then getting Porcelain Veneers may be the solution you have been looking for. Veneers are an excellent method for smiles marred by gaps or spaces between teeth or crooked teeth. Veneers can also be used to repair chipped or broken teeth, as well as whiten badly stained or permanently discolored teeth. Porcelain Veneers are not for everyone but they just may be the perfect solution for you. Just think of it - the smile you have always dreamed about could be just a few visits away! Click here to learn more.