About Us

Periodontics and Implant Dentistry in St. Louis, MO

Meet The Doctor

Portrait of Dr. Justin M. Schlaikjer, DDS, MS, St. Louis periodontist in white coat

Meet
Dr. Schlaikjer

Dr. Schlaikjer is a St. Louis native who has been practicing dentistry since 2011. As a trained periodontist, he specializes in diagnosing and treating all stages of gum disease and the conditions it can cause, such as tooth loss.

Since becoming a periodontist, Dr. Schlaikjer has participated in various continuing education programs and in-depth training for dental implant placement. He also participates in the Spear Education study club. This continuing education program helps doctors like Dr. Schlaikjer provide the most advanced and effective dentistry for all patients with the utmost safety. 

Logo for the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
American Dental Association (ADA) logo in blue
Small NASP logo, North America Society of Periodontists emblem

Our Philosophy of Care Is Built On :

When you visit our practice, you can expect nothing less than the highest standards in everything we do. We offer:

Patient-Centered Care

Our doctor works carefully to tailor treatments to meet patients’ individual needs.

Experience

Our practice has served the residents of St. Louis for more than 10 years.

Unique Expertise

Dr. Schlaikjer has undergone advanced training in order to offer specialized care in the field of periodontics.

Personalized Care for All Ages

Dr. Schlaikjer and our staff believe that oral healthcare is our profession, but patients are our focus. We have built a reputation as a periodontal practice that takes time to listen to the needs of patients while providing quality general dentistry treatments as well as advanced treatments. Our warm and friendly staff is here to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful, and confident smile. 

Areas of Expertise

Whether you are bothered by the look of a gummy smile or suffer from missing teeth, we can meet your needs.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are recognized as the very best restorative treatment for patients with one or more missing teeth. The titanium posts are placed in the jaw and allow patients to stabilize dentures so they never have to worry about the restoration slipping or making embarrassing clicking noises. Once the implant posts are placed, they also guard against bone recession–a natural effect of tooth loss. 

Gum Grafting

Gum grafting may be recommended to minimize sensitivity and restore your oral health. The procedure prevents further gum recession by transplanting donor tissue to areas of your gums that have experienced gum recession. The surgery can deliver cosmetic as well as restorative benefits.

Periodontal Treatments

Dr. Schlaikjer can also perform non-surgical and surgical treatments to address mild, moderate, and advanced levels of gum disease. These treatments can not only restore your oral health but also minimize your risk of developing serious health issues like heart disease.

Insurance & Financing Information

Our office accepts multiple forms of dental insurance. We also offer CareCredit® and Lending Club financing. If you have questions about financing or insurance coverage, one of our staff members will be glad to assist you. We pride ourselves on making high-quality care accessible on any budget.

Insurance

Financing

We want periodontics to be as affordable as possible. We accept multiple forms of dental insurance, but if you’re uninsured or need help with out-of-pocket costs, we can help you secure financing through CareCredit®, or LendingClub.

What Patients Are Saying!

Periodontics and Implant Dentistry in St. Louis, MO

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Elizabeth Tarpley
12 September 2026
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I can’t say enough great things about the staff here. Friendly, kind, compassionate, patient, empathetic and above all - amazing at their jobs. Front desk staff, billing staff, treatment coordinator, assistants and of course Dr. Schlaikjer - thank you so very much for making the extraction, bone graft and implant process the best experience possible for a very anxious person. 🙌🏼👏
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Kelsie Wall
2 February 2026
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If I could leave more than 5 stars I would. Alyssa has been amazing at every appointment. She eases my fears before I can even express them and answers every question I have. I cannot rave enough about my experience. I never dread my appointment, which I cannot say the same about my regular dentist. Thank you so much for your amazing care!
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Maryann
8 December 2025
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Long overdue review of this excellent practice. I have had four separate procedures over the last 18 or so months, All utilizing IV sedation. As a retired nurse I was very concerned that best practices were implemented for patients under conscious sedation. Dr. Schlaikjer has a crash cart with the appropriate reversal agents and code supplies. The monitors in the room were the same I used in the critical care setting. The Dr is ACLS certified and his staff are BLS certified. The staff including the front desk were top notch. The ladies at the desk went above and beyond helping me with my insurance claim. Both my dentist and orthodontist recommended Dr. Schlaikjer and I am so grateful they did.
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Jonathan Baker
9 January 2025
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Dr. Justin Schlaikjer and his team are exceptional—thorough, gentle, and genuinely caring. My gum graft procedure went smoothly with excellent results and minimal downtime. Their kindness and non-judgmental approach make every visit a positive experience. Highly recommend!
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Elaine Siebert
30 July 2024
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Where to start… Office is extremely friendly, super professional, and great with communication. Dr. Schlaikjer is upfront, honest, and a perfectionist there’s no one else I would rather trust with my dental care.
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Hayleigh Locke
12 April 2024
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I’ve had a gum graft, bone graft and implant done by Justin and I am extremely satisfied. It’s been a year since my implant and any dentist or orthodontist that sees my implant compliments it and the healed tissue around it. Very minimal pain from the surgeries but the healing process is kinda long. Overall 10/10 experience and I recommend anyone that needs a graft or implant to go to Justin.
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joseph bova conti
2 February 2024
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Dr. Schlaikjer is amazing! So kind, professional and friendly! My experience with an implant was flawless. From day one I had confidence in Dr. Schlaikjer! Add to that - the staff!!! The staff is awesome, efficient and so accommodating! This has been an incredible experience. I highly recommend Dr. Schlaikjer and his staff!!!
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Charles Clarke
26 January 2024
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I have a been a practicing Dental Specialist for over 30 years in South County. I am only treated by the best people in the field. I was blown away by how easy it was having implants placed Dr Schlaiker and his trusty Robot. In my case I had implants replacing congenitally missing molars on both sides of my lower jaw. I had seen an implant surgeon previously who thought it was too close to the nerve to be done (which could have left my lip permanently paralyzed) . After having the 3D CBCT taken and then evaluated by Dr Schlaiker he assured me that with the use of his Robot technology it was indeed possible. In fact, he could do it all in one appointment under IV sedation!!! Yesterday morning I had the procedures performed with zero discomfort! I am the typical male and am terrified of medical and dental procedures that I am awake for. I did not remember anything! Last night my wife told me I had her stop at the Steak and Shake for a milkshake after the appointment. I did not even remember that!! I took the pain medicine prescribed last night and nothing this morning. I am sitting here eating ice cream :) Life is good. Thank you to Dr Schlaiker and his amazing office staff (including the robot) for making what could have been a scary appointment….enjoyable!
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Charlie M
22 January 2024
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Wonderful people. Dr S carefully explains every procedure. It's weird, but my two favorite Docs are my periodontist and my urologist. My teeth and gums are in much better shape than when I first came in a few years ago.
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Pourya Maryam Shamsi
22 November 2022
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Dude. I was referred to Dr. Justin for gum grafting. I was like “another waste of money on something hooey”. Boy I was wrong. He did his work which took about 2 months for the whole two part procedure and wow. What a difference. My gums look all shiny and new. As if I never had a recession. Loved it. Now I want to do the rest of my teeth/gum 😂😂. Looks really nice.
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Tim Schoemehl
10 September 2022
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This Dr is amazing. I would recommend him to anyone in need of periodontal work! His staff is also amazing! Thank all of you very much!
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Dragica Junuzovic
29 May 2022
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Thank you dr Schlaikejer for you profesional work .Everything is so simple with you, except your last name.😉 And,you are sorounding with good tim of assistence. I will recomended you to peaple who wants have a beautiful smile😅
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Toni Brinker
8 November 2021
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By far, the BEST experience I’ve ever had at a medical office. The staff/doctor was so accommodating, and made me feel super welcome and comfortable. At one point during my visit I told them I felt like I was at a spa! They treat their patients so well and give you their undivided attention. I was dreading this visit, but it was actually enjoyable! Dr. Schlaikjer was very informative and took his time, he was funny (as well as the staff), and I know I can trust him, which can be hard to find when it comes to healthcare. They truly, truly care about their patients, and I will definitely be back.
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Mike Manion
22 October 2021
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Dr Schlaikjer and his staff are very professional and friendly. If I knew how painless and easy the procedure was, I would have come in sooner. They are GREAT! Thanks, Patti Manion
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Mirsada Perkanovic
9 July 2021
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Dr Schlaikjer and his team did outstanding job! I was very impressed from start to finish. After I talking to my friends and intervjuing several oral surgeons, I was pleased that I chose Dr Schlaikjer and his team. I could not have made a better choose. I wish, I could give this place more than 5 stars! Can not thank them enough. I had an extractions, 5 implant placed and bone graft done.Everything was amazing. He and his entire team are incredibly kind, helpful and attentive and they make you feel like you are visiting a friend rather than a surgeon. No better place to go for a dental extraction and tooth implants. As good as it gets. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who is need of this type of service. I am very happy with my dental implants and I will be forever grateful!
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Ronald Wunsch
9 March 2021
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I was referred by my dentist who gave Dr S a rave review. After a thorough examination it was determined that my bone had to be built up to, accommodate an implant. It was a difficult task but Dr S handled it with expertise, compassion and an explanation of each and every procedure before he began. After major oral surgery he sent me home with his cell phone number to call if I was in pain. I have the utmost confidence in dr S and encourage anyone needing a Periodontist to go to him.
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Stan Nieweglowski
20 May 2020
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Dr. Schlaikjer is a true professional. This was my first procedure of the sort and he, along with his staff, made it a breeze. I barely felt a thing.
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Courtney EurekaSmile
10 December 2019
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My son was involved in a car accident and had to have gum grafting. Dr Schlaikjer and his team were very informative, professional and went out of their way to make my son and I feel comfortable and important. They are very personable and easy to talk to. My son has had great results with his procedure and we are so thankful to have found Dr. Schlaikjer!
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Chris Elbring
3 December 2019
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Dr Schlaikjer is very skilled and it is apparent when you are in his care. Always felt comfortable. Gum graft went super well and exceeded expectations. This sort of stuff is never fun, but if I had to get periodontal work again, I know where I would go.
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Raul Alvarez
16 July 2019
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Really enjoyed (who even says that about a dentist) visiting Dr. Schlaikjer's office. Staff is personable and professional... along with Dr. Schlaikjer's care and expertise. Highly recommend.
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Kyle Brown
8 March 2019
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Dr. Schlaikjer and his staff are absolutely incredible!!! There aren't enough fantastic words to describe him and his practice, I highly reccomend them to everyone!
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Patti Redel
27 February 2019
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First time I have gone to Dr. Schlaikjer. I can’t say enough about the professional, caring work he and his staff do. The entire team, from Danyell, to Natasha, Ashley and Dr. Schlaikjer took the time to meet with me, explain everything as they went along and calmed my nerves. I highly recommend his services. Top notch!
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Ben Cohn
10 February 2019
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Very skilled, very meticulous practitioner with a great, reassuring manner. Helpful, attentive staff. Good outcomes for all 3 procedures he's done for me. Highly recommend.
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Gerald Tanner
13 December 2018
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Great dentist and office. Had 2 procedures and both went smoothly. Very skilled and has very reassuring manner.
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K Smith
30 October 2018
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By far his most difficult patient yet, and yet I'd go back in a heartbeat. Friendly staff across the board. Patient, understanding, sympathetic, etc.
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Dr. Jon Copeland
10 April 2017
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Great periodontist. Easy to get to location.
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Elizabeth Tarpley
12 September 2026
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
I can’t say enough great things about the staff here. Friendly, kind, compassionate, patient, empathetic and above all - amazing at their jobs. Front desk staff, billing staff, treatment coordinator, assistants and of course Dr. Schlaikjer - thank you so very much for making the extraction, bone graft and implant process the best experience possible for a very anxious person. 🙌🏼👏
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Kelsie Wall
2 February 2026
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
If I could leave more than 5 stars I would. Alyssa has been amazing at every appointment. She eases my fears before I can even express them and answers every question I have. I cannot rave enough about my experience. I never dread my appointment, which I cannot say the same about my regular dentist. Thank you so much for your amazing care!
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Maryann profile picture
Maryann
8 December 2025
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Long overdue review of this excellent practice. I have had four separate procedures over the last 18 or so months, All utilizing IV sedation. As a retired nurse I was very concerned that best practices were implemented for patients under conscious sedation. Dr. Schlaikjer has a crash cart with the appropriate reversal agents and code supplies. The monitors in the room were the same I used in the critical care setting. The Dr is ACLS certified and his staff are BLS certified. The staff including the front desk were top notch. The ladies at the desk went above and beyond helping me with my insurance claim. Both my dentist and orthodontist recommended Dr. Schlaikjer and I am so grateful they did.
Google
Jonathan Baker profile picture
Jonathan Baker
9 January 2025
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Dr. Justin Schlaikjer and his team are exceptional—thorough, gentle, and genuinely caring. My gum graft procedure went smoothly with excellent results and minimal downtime. Their kindness and non-judgmental approach make every visit a positive experience. Highly recommend!
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Elaine Siebert profile picture
Elaine Siebert
30 July 2024
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Where to start… Office is extremely friendly, super professional, and great with communication. Dr. Schlaikjer is upfront, honest, and a perfectionist there’s no one else I would rather trust with my dental care.
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Hayleigh Locke profile picture
Hayleigh Locke
12 April 2024
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
I’ve had a gum graft, bone graft and implant done by Justin and I am extremely satisfied. It’s been a year since my implant and any dentist or orthodontist that sees my implant compliments it and the healed tissue around it. Very minimal pain from the surgeries but the healing process is kinda long. Overall 10/10 experience and I recommend anyone that needs a graft or implant to go to Justin.
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joseph bova conti
2 February 2024
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Dr. Schlaikjer is amazing! So kind, professional and friendly! My experience with an implant was flawless. From day one I had confidence in Dr. Schlaikjer! Add to that - the staff!!! The staff is awesome, efficient and so accommodating! This has been an incredible experience. I highly recommend Dr. Schlaikjer and his staff!!!
Google
Charles Clarke profile picture
Charles Clarke
26 January 2024
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
I have a been a practicing Dental Specialist for over 30 years in South County. I am only treated by the best people in the field. I was blown away by how easy it was having implants placed Dr Schlaiker and his trusty Robot. In my case I had implants replacing congenitally missing molars on both sides of my lower jaw. I had seen an implant surgeon previously who thought it was too close to the nerve to be done (which could have left my lip permanently paralyzed) . After having the 3D CBCT taken and then evaluated by Dr Schlaiker he assured me that with the use of his Robot technology it was indeed possible. In fact, he could do it all in one appointment under IV sedation!!! Yesterday morning I had the procedures performed with zero discomfort! I am the typical male and am terrified of medical and dental procedures that I am awake for. I did not remember anything! Last night my wife told me I had her stop at the Steak and Shake for a milkshake after the appointment. I did not even remember that!! I took the pain medicine prescribed last night and nothing this morning. I am sitting here eating ice cream :) Life is good. Thank you to Dr Schlaiker and his amazing office staff (including the robot) for making what could have been a scary appointment….enjoyable!
Google
Charlie M profile picture
Charlie M
22 January 2024
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Wonderful people. Dr S carefully explains every procedure. It's weird, but my two favorite Docs are my periodontist and my urologist. My teeth and gums are in much better shape than when I first came in a few years ago.
Google
Pourya Maryam Shamsi profile picture
Pourya Maryam Shamsi
22 November 2022
Google star 1Google star 2Google star 3Google star 4Google star 5
Dude. I was referred to Dr. Justin for gum grafting. I was like “another waste of money on something hooey”. Boy I was wrong. He did his work which took about 2 months for the whole two part procedure and wow. What a difference. My gums look all shiny and new. As if I never had a recession. Loved it. Now I want to do the rest of my teeth/gum 😂😂. Looks really nice.