I had a wonderful experience here with Dr. Luu. She was incredibly personable, answered all my questions, and explained things in a way I could understand. Another shoutout goes to nurse Kelby who did fantastic with my IV sedation even though I was very anxious!! Highly recommend Dr. Luu and her team.
Lisa 路 5 out of 5 stars 路 11 months ago
Dr. Kaci and her staff put me right at ease. The nurses were professional and friendly and Dr. Kaci was very interactive and explained everything along the way.
Rod Witmer 路 5 out of 5 stars 路 2 years ago
Started coming here for Perio after my last Dr retired. It's always a pleasant experience. Clean facility and the staff does a great job. My primary hygienist, Ayla, does a great job and is always a pleasure. Our daughter has her ortho done here as well and Dr Kaci is doing great work.
Shelley Urban 路 5 out of 5 stars 路 4 years ago
Had to have a tooth extraction, the wait was under 15min. Doc. Julian was super nice and explained everything. His nurse was awesome, I can't remember her name 馃槩. After he numbed me, he explained everything he was doing while he was doing so I felt comfortable in a uncomfortable situation. I mean even with the numbing there's alot of pressure and noise is a little disconcerting. But Doctor Julian and his nurse were awesome.
After the tooth was out, the nurse had me sit for a little bit to make sure I didn't get dizzy. i asked to see and keep the tooth and she wrapped it up for me in a lit brown envelope.
Cost was $200 which was way under what I was expecting. Totally worth it.
If I ever need more dental work done other tht a cleaning, I'm coming here.
Sir M 路 5 out of 5 stars 路 3 years ago
I was referred here by my dentist for an urgent root canal and I saw Dr. Vela to get me fixed up. The hygienist and Dr. Vela were both very kind and helpful. The operation only took about 30 minutes and they ensured that I was comfortable the whole time. I recommend this service if you鈥檙e looking for a place with a polite and informative staff.
- Megan
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About Dental Specialists of Iowa
Dental Specialists of Iowa (DSI) is a multi-specialty dental clinic at 1804 East Washington Street in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. According to the practice, it was established in 2015 as the first full-time multi-specialty dental clinic in the state. The center brings six specialty practices together under one roof: Orthodontic Associates of Iowa, Endodontic Associates of Iowa, Children's Dental Center, Oral Surgery Associates, Periodontal Associates, and Vivid Prosthodontics. For a patient considering dental implants, this means oral surgery, periodontics (gum and bone care), and prosthodontics (replacement teeth) are all available at a single Mount Pleasant location, and the practice describes its dental implant solutions as including full-arch treatment.
The practice describes its model as collaborative, with specialists working together on coordinated treatment planning so complex cases can be streamlined and patients experience continuity of care from one stage of treatment to the next. Care is delivered in a purpose-built facility, and the practice says each specialty is supported by current diagnostic technology and evidence-based protocols. Dental Specialists of Iowa welcomes patients, families, and referring dentists, and accepts CareCredit financing. The office can be reached at (319) 385-5260.
Meet the Doctors
The clinical team at Dental Specialists of Iowa spans several dental specialties. Doctors listed on the practice's website include Joe Vela, DDS, PhD; Thaddeus Chamberlain, DDS; Kaci Vela, DDS, MS; Timothy S. Albright, DDS; Kelsey J. Dierikx, DDS; Todd M. Juhlin, DDS; Chad Pfohl, DDS; Derek Borgwardt, DDS, MS; Madeline Swenson, DDS; Trisha Nguyen-Luu, DDS, MS; Sarah Rinehart, DDS, MS; Michael Mathews, DDS, PC; Michelle Burson, DDS, MS; and Michaela Mathews, DDS, PC. Drs. Albright, Juhlin, Pfohl, and Dierikx are identified on the site as the oral surgeons, and Drs. Borgwardt, Swenson, Nguyen-Luu, and Rinehart are identified as Diplomates of the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Michael Mathews has practiced pediatric dentistry since 2002, and Dr. Michaela Mathews previously worked at the Children's Dental Center as a dental assistant before joining as a dentist.