St. Peters Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

The team at St. Peters Cosmetic and Family Dentistry have been making the smiles of our patients healthier and more beautiful since 1982.

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Which flosser are you: every night, only before the dentist, or the honest "what floss" response? 😬
St. Peters Cosmetic & Family Dentistry has met all three, often in the same family.

#FlossCheck #StPetersMO

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"Oh, my gums just do that" is something people say about bleeding gums the same way they'd mention a ticklish foot. 🩸

Bleeding gums are one of the clearest early signs connected to heart health and diabetes risk. Schedule your exam today.

#GumHealth #StPeters

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A teenager pulled up a TikTok of charcoal teeth whitening and asked if it works. 🦷

It doesn't — charcoal wears down enamel that never grows back.
Not sure if something you've heard is a dental fact or myth? Ask below!

#DentalMythBusting #StPetersMO

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Putting off a call because you're bracing for a surprise bill? 💵
The actual cost conversation usually takes two minutes on the phone, insurance or not.
St. Peters Cosmetic & Family Dentistry gives real numbers before you ever sit in the chair.

#DentalCosts #StPetersMO

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The school physical form has three boxes — vision, hearing, dental. 📋
Dental's always the one blank two days before the deadline.
Beat the form, not the school year.

✅ August appointments open
✅ Same-day forms completed
✅ Ages 2 and up welcome

#BackToSchool #StPetersMO

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She assumed losing teeth was just "what happens" with age, the way her mother and grandmother had. 🦷
That's not true anymore.
We focus on keeping natural teeth for life, not just replacing what's lost.

#TootPreservation #StPetersMO

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The gag-reflex memory from childhood impression putty is still why some people avoid the dentist. 😬

That putty doesn't exist here anymore — a scanner maps your whole mouth in under a minute.
We replaced it years ago.

#DentalTech #StPetersMO

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The nightly toothbrushing fight ends with your kid's jaw clamped shut. 😤
Here's our advice:

✅ Let them brush your teeth first
✅ Two minutes, timer visible
✅ Same routine, same order, every night

#FamilyDentist #StPeters

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Quick question: 🦷
When was your last dental cleaning?

✔ Within 6 months
✔ About a year ago
✔ Longer than I'd like to admit

Tell us below!

#DentalHealth #StPetersMO

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One of the best compliments we hear is this: ❤️

"It's nice having one dental office for the whole family."

From children age 2 and up to grandparents, our team helps make dental care convenient, comfortable, and personalized for every stage of life.

#FamilyDentist #StPeters

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Let's have some fun. 🤔

What's a dental myth you believed when you were younger?

"If you swallow gum, it stays in your stomach for seven years."
"Baby teeth don't matter."
"Sugar is the only cause of cavities."

Which one fooled you?

#DentalMyths #DentalHealth

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Let's settle a debate. 😁
What makes the biggest difference in a smile?

Straight teeth?
White teeth?
Healthy gums?
Confidence?

There's no wrong answer.

#DentalHealth #BeautifulSmiles

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Think cavities are just for kids? 🦷

About 1 in 5 adults ages 35-49 has untreated tooth decay, and many don't know it because it often doesn't hurt at first.

A routine exam can help catch problems early.

#StPetersDentist #DentalHealth

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🦷 Meet Marcy!

Marcy has been helping care for our patients as a Dental Assistant since September 2016. Raised in Florissant, she's known for her caring personality.

Marcy loves teaching her kids new things, fishing, or enjoying a good book.

#MeettheTeam #Dentist

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For 250 years, Americans have worked hard to build healthier lives for their families. 🔴⚪🔵

One thing that hasn't changed is the value of prevention. Taking care of small problems before they become big ones is yet another great American tradition.

#OralHealth #Dental

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Which would motivate you to schedule a dental appointment faster?

A toothache?
A chipped front tooth?
Bleeding gums?
Bad breath that won't go away?

Tell us below.

#DentalHealth #StPetersMO

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42% of adults over 30 have gum disease. 😮

Many don't know it because it often doesn't hurt until it's advanced.
If your gums bleed when you brush or floss, it may be time for a checkup.

#StPetersDentist #HealthyGums

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Missing teeth impact how you eat, speak, and how comfortable you feel in social situations.

Today's dental implants are designed to look, feel, and function much like natural teeth, helping many patients regain confidence and quality of life.

#DentalImplants #SmileConfidence

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You can tell when someone finally likes their smile because they stop doing the tight-lipped laugh in group photos. 📸

That confidence shift happens fast.

#CosmeticDentistry #SmileGoals

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Ask the Dentist anything. 💬

Wondering if whitening actually works?
Curious about gum disease warning signs?
Trying to figure out whether a crown, filling, or implant makes sense?
Not sure what preventive treatments really help?

Drop your questions below!

#Dental #Dentist