The health of your teeth and gums can directly influence your overall health. At South County Smiles in St. Louis, MO, formerly Ruzicka & Associates, patients receive general dentistry services that support their overall well-being. Here, youll find advanced dental technology and caring staff members who can help you enhance the health and natural beauty of your smile.
Healthcare providers are charged with significant responsibilities, and we take seriously our obligations to our valued patients. Our office is committed to upholding high standards of clinical excellence because we firmly believe that our patients deserve no less than the best possible outcome. You can count on our team for routine dental care, including cleanings, exams, and X-rays. In the event that you have a dental emergency, our staff will fit you into our schedule as quickly as possible.
There are two main reasons for dental visits: to treat an existing problem and to prevent a problem from occurring. At our office, we prefer to help our patients do the latter whenever possible. We believe that preventive medicine is the most effective way for our patients to achieve abetter quality of life. Our team works closely with each patient to aid him or her in overcoming dental care challenges. Were also always happy to provide timely information about how oral health influences overall health, and vice versa. Please do let us know about any changes to your health history each time you visit us.
Patients turn to South County Smiles because they value experience and impeccable credentials. Our team understands that the dental field is continually changing, and we change along with it in order to offer you the most advanced dental care possible. Our office routinely seeks out professional development opportunities.
Your safety is important to us, which is why we practice strict infection control protocols. Our sterilization procedures are in compliance with all professional guidelines, including those established by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). We want you to be healthier when you leave our office than when you came here.
Dr. Ahmad received her Bachelor's Degree with a double major in Biology and Spanish from Washington University in St. Louis and her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. She then completed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Hospital in Brooklyn, New York where she was able to obtain advanced training in multiple disciplines including cosmetic dentistry, implant restorations, full mouth crowns and extractions.
Before relocating back to St. Louis, Dr. Ahmad practiced in Connecticut and Florida in both a private practice setting and on the reservation of a Native American Tribe. These different practice modalities, in conjunction with her experience at the Veterans Hospital, offered Dr. Ahmad the opportunity to meet a diverse group of patients and treat a range of dental conditions. Her experiences allow her to communicate effectively with patients and ensure that they are confident in the treatment they are receiving. Dr. Ahmad's practice philosophy is to prioritize the health, comfort and dental goals of her patients above all else and believes that dentistry is a wonderful combination of science and art that allows patients to achieve exactly what they are looking for.
Dr. Ahmad is a part of the American Dental Association and Missouri Dental Association. In addition, she strives to stay up-to-date in latest advancements by taking extensive continuing education courses yearly in a variety of subjects. In her spare time, Dr. Ahmad enjoys spending time with her family, traveling abroad, playing board games and pickleball.