Dr. Naylorreceived his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Missouri-Columbia and his degree of Doctorateof Dental Medicine fromSouthern Illinois University-School of Dental Medicine. After dental school, he attended Saint Louis University for his residency in the specialty ofperiodontics where he earned a Masters of Science in Dentistry.His residency trained him well on periodontics, dental implantsas well asridge andsinus augmentations.He isa Diplomateof the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Association, the Illinois Dental Society and the Madison County Dental Society.Dr. Naylor has been in private practice since 2012 and started Naylor Periodontics in 2015. Hecontinuesto train future dentists and periodontists asan adjunct associate professor at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Naylor and his wife, Julie, reside in Belleville, IL, with their baby girl, Amelia where they spend time withfamily and friends. The also enjoy watching the St. Louis Cardinals and Blues as well as Dr. Naylor's Alma mater, the University of Missouri Tigers.
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
As a practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking dental x-rays. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, but we are also concerned about your overall health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of illnesses that may impact your dental health.
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Being members of various professional dental associations also helps us to stay current of changes and recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.