We are proud to provide a state-of-the-art facility for the highest quality dental care available. It is one of our top priorities to protect the well-being of our valued patients. For this reason, our office meets and surpasses all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and CDC (Center for Disease Control) standards. We are confident that you will feel right at home in our office as we welcome all patients as if they were family. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for considering our practice for your dental care.
We will be more than happy to submit all insurance forms for you and help you recover the most from your benefits. We will do everything we can to help you afford the treatment you need and want. For patients who require major work, a complete payment plan is designed with an appropriate payment schedule. Forms of payment accepted by the office are check, cash, or any major credit card. We also accept Care Credit as a form of payment. We also provide In-Office Dental Membership Plan. Ask the front desk for more details.
Dentistry has been in my blood since I was a kid. My dad owned a practice in Milwaukee, WI where I grew up learning how to treat every patient as part of our family and instill the importance of good oral health care. I continued my dental studies and graduated from Marquette University School of Dentistry. I have been practicing dentistry ever since I graduated in 2016.
In 2018, I married my wife, Jackie at the Old Cathedral and had a pretty cool reception at the City Museum. We are both proud Marquette University Alums! Ring out Ahoya! Jackie and I moved from my hometown of Milwaukee, WI to the St. Louis Metropolitan area in 2019, where she is originally from. Soon after the move, we added an energetic Golden Retriever named Caffrey to the family!
I am a huge Star Wars fan! On our 1st Anniversary, we went to Disney World to visit the new ride during opening weekend. We almost got stuck in Orlando because of Hurricane Maria, but were able to fly out just in time. Please ask me about my Star Wars knick-knack collection!
I am enjoying my time exploring the St. Louis area. I spend a lot of off time hanging out with friends and family. I have even joined a bowling league on Thursday nights. (Im not very good, but I still have fun!) You may run into me at the Enterprise Center watching the Blues or the Fox Theater watching a musical or two. What can I say? I have an eclectic taste.
I am one of the first faces you see when you enter our practice. I have spent the past 20 years working in the medical and dental fields. I love helping and guiding patients achieve their healthcare goals. I was born and raised in Missouri, and I have three beautiful children Makenna, Leah and Bryce who are the light of my life. In my spare time you can find me playing with my kids, exploring new places or enjoying time with friends
Hello, my name is Kechia, I am the Dental Assistant at Brookside Family Dentistry. I have been in the dental field for 15 years. I have experience with both clinical and front office. My goal is to provide all patients with the proper education and to ease any dental fears.
Hello! I am the Registered Dental Hygienist for Brookside Family Dentistry. I have been in the dental field for 17 years. I am dedicated to providing excellent care to patients while helping them maintain good oral health routines. Helping patients achieve good oral health through education is a high priority for me. I look forward to meeting you and building a great patient relationship!
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Rating 3.4 out of 5 based on 9 reviews
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2 years ago
Accommodated my urgent request. Very caring staff and dentist.
Karen Jerome
2 years ago
This was my first time using this dentist. When I arrived, I was told that they were having lunch and a meeting and I would have to wait in my car. No one even introduced themselves with this initial encounter. This did not set well with me. The hygienist was thorough and took her time cleaning my teeth. I felt she was unprofessional due to calling me "sweetie " when she was explaining what she was going to do. The dentist didn't spend a lot of time looking at my teeth. Consequently I will not be going back to this dental office.
Gary Garrison
2 years ago
Will NOT recommend. I made an appointment. I asked if they were in my insurance network delta ppo. Reception answered yes. Filled out digital patient info. online. Arrived on time. Waiting room was empty @ 1:00. Asked again about being covered. Receptionist said I will make sure. I offered a coupon I received in the mail for 25$ for first visit. Explained my insurance would cover it regardless. She checked again. She says $50 deductible and 20% of any work done. I asked her to look again. Same answer. Called my ins. Was informed the dr. was not in network. Was told if they were in network the charge would NOT exceed 10%. They told me they were in my network...So 10% in network yet they wanted to charge me 20% . I started thinking Brookside Dental was attempting to charge me more than what I should have been.The Assistant, to whom she did not say. Tells me to go to the first door. She goes over patient info. Asks if I have a dr. No. I don't go to drs. very often. In a highly irritated voice she presses me " Don you go to a dr. when you're sick?. I didn't understand her hostility. Yes...when I am sick I see a dr. are you on medication.? Yes I started it..she interrupted me, and in a now hostile voice said " you NEED to read the information completely and change your answers! I thought if she is the hygienist I do not want her cleaning my teeth with that attitude . I knocked on the desk and said take me out of your system and left.Will NOT RETURN.
Annie Marion
2 years ago
Was looking for a new dentist and stumbled across this one because it's close to home. The dental hygienist is amazing and the dentist was really good at explaining what he was doing and why. Definitely recommend.
Jerry Engelhard
3 years ago
Horrible customer service. Moved my appointment four times, then I arrive for my appointment and was told I don't have an appointment. Save yourself the hassle and go elsewhere. My appointment from April was cancelled because of the shut down, I understand that. I rescheduled for Aug 10, then I received a text that this appointment was no longer available. They moved me to Aug 18th, I could not make that appointment, they asked me if Sept 7 would work, I indicated that was labor day, then I was moved to Sept 28. How many appointments do I need to confirm???
Annie Marion
3 years ago
Was looking for a new dentist and stumbled across this one because it's close to home. The dental hygienist is amazing and the dentist was really good at explaining what he was doing and why. Definitely recommend.
Mary Pillman
3 years ago
DO NOT GO TO THIS DENTIST !! This is a corporate company that is only out for profit. They take take advantage of the elderly by having them sign blank check and take debit card without family members present!
Jerry Engelhard
3 years ago
Horrible customer service. Moved my appointment four times, then I arrive for my appointment and was told I don't have an appointment. Save yourself the hassle and go elsewhere. My appointment from April was cancelled because of the shut down, I understand that. I rescheduled for Aug 10, then I received a text that this appointment was no longer available. They moved me to Aug 18th, I could not make that appointment, they asked me if Sept 7 would work, I indicated that was labor day, then I was moved to Sept 28. How many appointments do I need to confirm???
Mary Pillman
4 years ago
DO NOT GO TO THIS DENTIST !! This is a corporate company that is only out for profit. They take take advantage of the elderly by having them sign blank check and take debit card without family members present!
Chris Unlimited
4 years ago
My wife began experiencing pain on Sunday, and left a message last night to see if she could get in Monday. Dr. Baggett took her in first thing at 9:00 am Monday. I've had some work done and was struck by how thoroughly everything was explained. They use the most modern equipment and make it as painless as possible. With every visit I learn something new. The whole staff is fantastic.
Chris Unlimited
5 years ago
My wife began experiencing pain on Sunday, and left a message last night to see if she could get in Monday. Dr. Baggett took her in first thing at 9:00 am Monday. I've had some work done and was struck by how thoroughly everything was explained. They use the most modern equipment and make it as painless as possible. With every visit I learn something new. The whole staff is fantastic.
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