Convenient Access from Southern Hills
Neighbors searching for a dentist near Southern Hills do not have to leave the neighborhood at all. Shadid Dental Studio sits right here in Southern Hills, in its south-east corner on SW 89th St, and has cared for families in south Oklahoma City since 1984. From Southern Hills Elementary, the trip takes about 4 minutes. Two general dentists, a father and son, see patients Monday through Thursday.
The drive from Southern Hills Elementary on S. Kentucky Ave. is a short 1.9 miles, about 4 minutes, and it never touches the interstate. Turn west onto SW 78th Terrace, head south on S. Pennsylvania Ave., then go east on SW 89th St and turn in at S. Klein Ave. to reach 1001 SW 89th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73139. Interstate 240 marks the neighborhood's northern edge, S. Western Ave. is just east of the office, and Lightning Creek Park lies across Western. You can open the office pin on Google Maps, and nearby families can read our pages for Earlywine and Crossroads.
Your Neighborhood Dental Office in Southern Hills
The City of Oklahoma City lists the Southern Hills neighborhood with a simple boundary: I-240 on the north, S. Western Ave. on the east, SW 89th St on the south and S. Pennsylvania Ave. on the west. Our building falls inside those lines. SW 89th St is also the county line, and the office sits on its north side, in Oklahoma County. Across the street, the homes are in Cleveland County.
That location matters for everyday life. A cleaning does not mean a highway merge or a long drive across town. Parents can collect a child from Southern Hills Elementary, part of Oklahoma City Public Schools, and be at the office a few minutes later. Neighbors on the side streets near Penn can keep their checkups without planning the day around traffic.
The practice itself has not moved. Dr. Paul A. Shadid began practicing at this address in 1984, and the office has been renovated several times since. Many team members have worked here for 20 to 30 years or more. For local households, that means the person who answers the phone may already know your family's name.
Inside, the office runs digitally. Digital x-rays appear on screen moments after they are taken, and electronic health records keep your history organized from one visit to the next. Flat-screen TVs in the treatment rooms give you something to watch while you settle in. Hygienists Ginger and Robin handle many of the cleanings, while Heidi and Tina at the front desk keep the schedule moving.
Everyday Dental Questions Southern Hills Families Bring Us
Southern Hills is a residential pocket of south Oklahoma City, and dental needs on its streets run the full span. A first grader needs a fluoride treatment, a parent needs a cracked filling replaced, and a grandparent wants a partial denture that fits well. Having one office close by makes it easier to keep everyone on a regular schedule.
Gum health is a common topic for adults in the neighborhood. Gum disease often develops quietly, with mild bleeding or puffiness that is easy to ignore. Caught early, it usually responds to a deeper cleaning and closer follow-up. When that care is needed, it can be planned around your week without a long drive.
Children in Southern Hills benefit from the short trip in another way. A visit that takes four minutes each way is less likely to be postponed when school, sports and work collide. Regular cleanings, digital x-rays and fluoride let us spot small cavities while they are still simple to fix. Parents also get guidance on nutrition and how snacks affect young teeth.
Grinding and jaw soreness come up often with adults juggling work and family. A custom nightguard, made from impressions of your own teeth, cushions the teeth during sleep and protects existing dental work. When jaw pain points to a TMD problem, the dentists talk through treatment options with you. Small habits, such as chewing ice or using teeth as tools, get covered too.
Crowns are another frequent need, especially on molars carrying large old fillings. With CEREC, the crown is designed on screen from a digital impression, milled in the office and placed the same day. There is no goopy impression tray and no temporary crown to babysit for two weeks. It also means one fewer trip, even when the trip is short.
Homes just south of SW 89th St, and the city of Moore beyond them, are only minutes away as well. The schedule is simple to remember: appointments Monday through Thursday, 8:45 AM to 5 PM, with Fridays closed.
Sudden problems happen too. A cracked molar, a lost filling or a swollen gum should not wait for the next routine cleaning. When you call about an emergency, we strive to fit you into our schedule. New patients without insurance can use the $59 Emergency Exam & X-Ray, which covers a focused exam, any needed x-rays and treatment recommendations, in the absence of periodontal disease.
Treatments at Your Dentist Near Southern Hills
Family Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, digital x-rays, oral cancer screenings and fluoride form the base of every visit. Southern Hills parents can book children and adults with the same team. Custom sports mouthguards and nightguards are made here as well.
Periodontal Treatment
Scaling and root planing clears tartar from below the gumline when pockets deepen. Antimicrobial therapy and regular perio maintenance visits help keep gums stable. Surgical options are discussed for advanced cases.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-colored composite fillings, extractions, bridges, dentures and partials restore comfortable chewing. Neighbors with older dental work can have it checked and updated a few minutes from home.
Same-Day Crowns
CEREC crowns are designed from a digital impression and milled in our office. The crown is placed in one visit, with no temporary crown to protect for weeks.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding, porcelain veneers and teeth whitening brighten a smile. Choose in-office whitening or Opalescence Go take-home trays to fit your routine.
Meet Your Oklahoma City Dental Team
Both of our dentists grew up in Oklahoma City. Dr. Paul A. Shadid and Dr. Paul A. Shadid, Jr. each earned a DDS from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, the father in 1984 and his son in 2016. Together the team brings over 50 years of combined clinical experience to the same south-side office.
Insurance, Membership & Financing
The office works with a multitude of insurance providers, files your claims and gives you a detailed cost breakdown before treatment begins. New patients without insurance can start with the $99 Cleaning, Exam & X-Ray, offered in the absence of periodontal disease. Flexible financing is available for care insurance does not cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Shadid Dental Studio from Southern Hills, and how do I get there?
From Southern Hills Elementary, the office is just 1.9 miles away, about a 4-minute drive. Take SW 78th Terrace west, S. Pennsylvania Ave. south and SW 89th St east, then turn in at S. Klein Ave. Families wanting a dentist near Southern Hills never leave the neighborhood, because the office sits in its south-east corner.
Can my children and I see the same dentists?
Yes. Shadid Dental Studio is a family practice, so children, parents and grandparents can all be patients here. Booking the whole household with one team keeps records in one place and lets the dentists follow each person's dental history over the years. Our Membership Plan even has a child tier for kids 12 and younger.
How can I protect my child's teeth from cavities between visits?
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss once a day and limit sticky snacks and sugary drinks between meals. Water is the best choice after school. Professional fluoride treatments at checkups add another layer of protection, and regular cleanings let the dentists catch a soft spot in the enamel while it is still small.
How often should adults have a professional cleaning?
Most adults do well with two cleanings a year, roughly every six months. Patients treated for gum disease usually need perio maintenance more often, sometimes three or four visits a year. The dentists look at the health of your gums and recommend a schedule that fits what they see, rather than a one-size rule.
Can I replace an old silver filling with a tooth-colored one?
Yes, in many cases. When an older metal filling is cracked, leaking or has decay around its edges, the dentists can remove it and place a composite filling that matches the shade of your tooth. A filling that is still sound may simply be watched. If too little tooth remains, a CEREC crown may be the stronger choice.
Schedule Your Visit from Southern Hills
When you want a dentist near Southern Hills who is part of the neighborhood, call 405-276-9290 to book a visit. See every community we serve on our areas we serve page, or learn more about our Dentist Oklahoma City, OK practice.