Meet the Doctors

Dr. Stadnyk was born in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. At an early age, his family moved to the United States where he attended grade school and high school in San Diego, California. He attended San Diego State University and majored in Chemistry and Microbiology. He received his dental degree from St. Louis University Dental School. More recently, he has studied at the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Study in St. Petersburg, Florida, and the Seattle Institute of Advanced Dental Studies. Dr. Stadnyk is affiliated with the following dental organizations: American Dental Association Missouri Dental Association Greater St. Louis Dental Society Academy of General Dentistry Academy of Osseoentegration Academy of Laser Dentistry Dr. Stadnyk considers dentistry not only his profession, but his passion. He especially enjoys oral reconstruction, cosmetic dentistry, and restoring dental implants. He has even served as a clinical laser trainer for the Opus Dent Laser Company. Dr. Stadnyk and his wife, Ilona, live in Chesterfield where they have raised three sons; Michael, Matthew, and Gregory. Hobbies include relaxing at the Lake of the Ozarks, boating, traveling, and reading.

Dr. Drissell has practiced dentistry in West St. Louis County for almost 25 years. A 1977 graduate of Parkway Central High School, he received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Missouri State University. He attended The University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and graduated in 1985. Dr. Drissell enjoys all aspects of general dentistry. He likes the ability to provide a variety of dental treatments for his patients. He especially enjoys areas of cosmetic dentistry and dental implants. He has received additional dental training from the Dawson Center in Florida and the Seattle Institute of Advanced Dental Studies where emphasis is placed on mastery level skills and techniques in dentistry. Dr. Drissell belongs to the following dental organizations: the St. Louis Dental Society, Missouri Dental Society, American Dental Association, the American Academy of Laser Dentistry, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Drissell and his wife, Kathy, a dental hygienist, met at the UMKC dental school and have been married for 25 years. They have 3 children: Andy, Megan, and Jeff. Outside of spending time with his family and traveling, Dr. Drissell enjoys cycling, sports, and other recreational activities.

Originally from Northern Kentucky, Dr. Wheeler moved to St. Louis after high school to attend Missouri Baptist University where she was recruited to play soccer. She was selected as one of just two recipients of the President's full-academic scholarships and graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors while earning her Bachelors of Science in Biology. She then returned to her home state of Kentucky to continue her education at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Following dental school, Dr. Wheeler permanently moved back to St. Louis when she was accepted into the St. Johns Mercy Medical Center's General Practice Residency program. This elite program gave her additional training in all areas of dentistry, including oral surgery, endodontics, crown and bridge restorations, cosmetic dentistry, radiology, and emergency medical and dental treatments. Dr. Wheeler enjoys all aspects of dentistry, but especially loves transforming a person's confidence by restoring their smile. She is a member of the following organizations: The Greater St. Louis Dental Society, Missouri Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. She and her husband, Jason, reside in St. Charles, MO. Her hobbies include soccer, running, scrapbooking, and spending time with family and friends.