Meet The Dentists

Kevin L Shelton, DDS

Dentist

Dr. Kevin Shelton founded Park Place Dental Group in 2003.  He is originally from Newburgh, IN.  Upon graduating from dental school Dr. Shelton entered the United States Air Force. He then completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry  residency at Scott AFB, IL.  After active duty service Dr. Shelton entered private practice in the local community.

Dr. Shelton is committed to providing the highest quality dental care in the most gentle and caring manner possible. He is always striving to improve patient care by attending post-graduate continuing education in all aspects of general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.

Kevin is married to his college sweetheart, Mimi. They have two children, Mackenzie and Drew. When not at work, Dr. Shelton enjoys spending time with his family, golf, tennis and cycling.

Dr. Shelton has been involved with the Give Kids a Smile volunteer program. He also enjoys visiting area elementary schools yearly to promote National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Credentials:

• Indiana University B.S. Biology 1994
• Indiana University D.D.S. 1998
• Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency - Scott AFB, IL
• Volunteer Dentist for Give Kids a Smile

Memberships:

• ADA-American Dental Association
• Greater St. Louis Dental Society
• Illinois Dental Society
• St. Clair District Dental Society
• Chicago Dental Society

 You will see Dr. Shelton at all 3 locations to serve you more. 

Shawna Perry, DMD

Dentist - Swansea and Shila Offices

Dr. Shawna Perry is originally from Deerfield, IL, a suburb of Chicago. After graduating high school, she went to the University of Iowa, where she was published for her research in pharmaceuticals. She received her Bachelor of Science in Human Health and Physiology in 2015. From there, she returned to Illinois, where she graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine in 2020. Dr. Shawna joined our practice in 2020 and became a partner in 2024.

Dr. Shawna is also involved in the dental community. She is the current president of the St. Claire Dental Society and serves on the communications committee for the Illinois State Dental Society. 

When she isn’t in the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband Andrew, her dog, Yadi, and her cats, Billie and Wednesday. She also likes to cook and bake new recipes that our staff gets to enjoy on occasion.