James G. Shortell, DDS

Dentistry on Big Bend Boulevard. James G. Shortell, DDS operates in a quiet stretch of South St. Louis, where the residential streets give way to small professional offices. This is one of those unassuming neighborhood practices that handles everything from routine cleanings to crowns and bridges—no specialty referrals needed for most general work. The address, 1608 S Big Bend Blvd, places it just north of the Maplewood border, a convenient midpoint for patients coming from either the city or inner-ring suburbs. Parking here follows the usual rules of older commercial corridors: street spots and a small lot, because this part of town wasn’t built for sprawling parking fields.

Need a filling replaced or a second opinion on that persistent toothache? The practice covers exams, X-rays, and basic restorative work without the frills of a corporate dental chain. Questions about insurance coverage or appointment availability? A call to (314) 781-7352 connects directly to the office—no automated menus, just the straightforward details. For first-time visitors, the map listing clarifies the entrance location, since some older buildings along this strip share driveways. It’s the kind of place where the waiting room probably has a stack of St. Louis Magazine back issues—because some traditions don’t need updating.