Convenient Access from Moore
Central Moore to our chair is a 9-minute trip up I-35, short enough that a checkup fits neatly between school drop-off and lunch. Shadid Dental Studio is a family practice in south Oklahoma City, led by a father-and-son pair of general dentists who both grew up in Oklahoma City. For anyone searching for a dentist in Moore, OK with room for kids, parents and grandparents under one roof, the drive north is about as easy as it gets.
From the Moore Public Library at 225 S Howard Ave, a Pioneer Library System branch beside the interstate, follow S Howard Ave to SW 4th Pl and take the on-ramp for I-35 north. After about 1.3 miles, exit onto Shields Blvd and continue north to SE 89th St. Turn left; SE 89th becomes SW 89th St as you cross into the south-west quadrant of the city. Go past S Western Ave and turn right at S Klein Ave to reach 1001 SW 89th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73139.
Door to door, the drive is 5.1 miles and uses no toll roads, though rush hour on I-35 between Moore and Oklahoma City can add time. Tap our Google Maps listing for directions from your own street. If you live on the western edge of town, our Westmoore page covers that separate Oklahoma City community, and the Crossroads page covers the I-35 and I-240 area to the north.
Built for Busy Moore Families
Moore sits on I-35 in Cleveland County, between Oklahoma City and Norman, in the Sandstone Hills of central Oklahoma, a region of low hills and blackjack and post oak woods.
The town began with a post office opened on May 27, 1889, during the Land Run, named for a Santa Fe railway employee. It incorporated in 1893 and stayed small until a 21.6-square-mile annexation in 1961 set off decades of growth. By the 2020 census it had 62,793 residents, making it the seventh-largest city in Oklahoma. In those decades a small settlement became a large suburb.
Those households keep full calendars. The local public school district runs 25 elementary schools and three high schools (Moore, Southmoore and Westmoore), and practices, games and homework fill the rest of the week. One practice that knows the whole family, from a first checkup to a grandparent's crown, keeps everyone's records and history in one place. Hygienists Ginger and Robin handle the cleanings, so kids and parents get to know the same faces.
Scheduling is simple to explain: the office sees patients Monday through Thursday, 8:45 AM to 5 PM, and is closed on Fridays. A morning slot after the school bell or an early-afternoon visit before pickup can work well for parents. Digital x-rays and electronic health records keep visits moving, because images and notes are ready on screen instead of in a paper chart. When it is feasible, the team finishes care in a single appointment so you are not driving back the following week.
Free time often centers on the city's Central Park at 700 S Broadway Ave, with its inclusive train-themed playground, amphitheater and 1.65-mile walking trail. The Station Recreation Center offers courts and an indoor track year-round, and its aquatic center opens each summer. Active kids collect bumps and chips, which is one more reason to have a dental home close by. The city's own Central Park page lists what is open each season.
Protecting Young Athletes and Growing Smiles in Moore
Contact sports and fast-moving games are hard on teeth. A store-bought mouthguard often fits loosely, so kids spit it out or chew it flat. Our family dentistry visits include custom sports mouthguards, made from an impression of your child's teeth so they stay in place and let players breathe and talk. If a tooth does get chipped or knocked loose, call the office right away.
New patients without insurance can use the $59 emergency exam and x-ray, a focused exam with any necessary x-rays and treatment recommendations. It is offered to new patients without insurance when periodontal disease is not present. For emergencies, we strive to fit you into our schedule rather than make you wait for the next open checkup.
Prevention covers most of what kids need. Professional fluoride strengthens enamel, digital x-rays show decay between teeth that a mirror cannot, and regular cleanings keep plaque from hardening. We also talk with parents about nutrition, since sports drinks and frequent snacking can feed cavities as quickly as candy.
Parents and grandparents are part of the picture too. An adult who lost a tooth years ago may now want a permanent replacement, and some ask about implants after a bridge or partial wears out. Jaw soreness and clenching also show up more often in busy adults, and the dentists treat TMD and make nightguards for grinders.
Services for Moore Families Looking for a Dentist in Moore, OK
Family Dentistry
Checkups, cleanings, fluoride, digital x-rays and custom sports mouthguards for players on Moore's school and club teams. Nightguards and TMD care help adults who clench or grind.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding repairs a chipped edge, porcelain veneers reshape worn or stained teeth, and whitening comes as an in-office treatment or Opalescence Go take-home trays. Teens and parents often brighten up before a big family event.
Root Canal Therapy
A deep cavity or a tooth cracked in a fall can inflame the nerve inside. Root canal treatment clears the infection and seals the tooth so it can keep working.
Restorative Dentistry
Composite fillings, extractions, bridges and dentures rebuild a healthy bite. Tooth-colored fillings blend in, which matters to kids and adults alike.
Dental Implants
Single implants, implant-supported bridges and implant-supported dentures replace missing teeth with a stable result. Moore patients who are tired of a loose denture can ask about this option.
Meet Your Oklahoma City Dental Team
Both dentists were born and raised in Oklahoma City. Dr. Paul A. Shadid, Jr. graduated from Heritage Hall in 2008, earned a BS with honors from the University of Oklahoma in 2012 and his DDS from the OU College of Dentistry in 2016, then completed a year-long implant dentistry mini-residency there in 2018. Away from the office he spends time with his wife, Erika, and their sons, Trip and Brooks, while his father, Dr. Paul A. Shadid, has practiced since 1984.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
The office accepts a multitude of insurance providers, and a dedicated insurance team files your claims and gives you a detailed cost breakdown before treatment starts. For care that insurance does not cover, flexible financing options are available. Payment methods are on our forms and financial options page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Shadid Dental Studio from Moore, and how do I get there?
From the Moore Public Library, our office is about 5.1 miles away, roughly 9 minutes by car. The route runs north on I-35, then up Shields Blvd and west on SE 89th St, which turns into SW 89th St. Families wanting a dentist in Moore, OK can be here quickly and without any tolls.
Do you make custom mouthguards for kids who play sports in Moore?
Yes. Custom sports mouthguards are part of our family dentistry services. Each guard is shaped from an impression of your child's own teeth, so it fits snugly, stays put during play and makes breathing and talking easier than a boil-and-bite version. As children grow and teeth shift, a new guard may be needed to keep that fit.
Can a dentist help with jaw pain or clicking?
Often, yes. Jaw pain, clicking and stiffness can come from TMD, a problem with the jaw joint and the muscles that move it, and our dentists evaluate and treat it. Clenching or grinding at night is a common cause, so a custom nightguard is frequently part of the plan. Bite changes and stress can play a role as well.
Do tooth-colored fillings work well on children's teeth?
Yes. Composite fillings bond directly to the tooth, so the dentists can often remove less healthy enamel than an older metal filling would need. They match the natural shade, which many kids and teens prefer, and they work on both baby and permanent teeth. Like any filling, they last longest when brushing, flossing and regular checkups keep new decay away.
Can dentures be anchored with implants so they stop slipping?
Yes. Implant-supported dentures snap onto or attach to implants placed in the jaw, so they stay steady while you eat and talk. Dr. Shadid, Jr. completed a year-long implant mini-residency covering both the surgical and restorative steps. Whether implants suit you depends on an exam of your jawbone and gum health.
Schedule Your Visit from Moore
Your search for a dentist in Moore, OK can end with one call to 405-276-9290; we book Monday through Thursday, 8:45 AM to 5 PM. Our areas we serve page lists every nearby community, and our Dentist Oklahoma City, OK homepage has the full overview of the practice.