The University of Iowa College of Dentistry & Dental Clinics

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Jeff Poole

I am extremely pleased with the treatment I received at the Iowa College of Dentistry. It takes a bit of time to get through the steps for checking and x-rays etc. before you get your teeth cleaned but the staff and students are great. I had a particular problem arise after my evaluation where I got an inflamed root in one of my teeth. I called the school and received a timely call back to assess my problem then when the assistant found out what I needed she had my dental student call me to check in and answer any of my questions. He put me at ease over what I was feeling and gave me indicators to look for if things get worse and asked me to call back if I needed anything. I felt it was just as professional as any dentist office. These people are trained really well to be professionals. The other thing I like about the Iowa College of Dentistry is that the costs of treatments is more in line with what the normal person can afford as I have no insurance. I also feel the care is great and with the professional mentors who are dentists that help with consultations once the students develop their treatment plan I feel that they get the best of all possible worlds to help them succeed and thats a benefit to you as a patient. Go for it...these guys are great. Hats off to Andrew Heinisch who treated me -- he treated me and I can tell that he genuinely cared!

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Cindy Herman

I went in to get a tooth prepared for a crown. In the morning they were to shape the tooth and make a temporary crown. In the afternoon they would take impressions and order the crown. I was in the chair from 9 AM until 5.15 PM except for 45 minutes for lunch. Their pain killer didnt work or the student didnt know how to use it. I swear the male instructor who came in in the afternoon was high for the first hour or so and barely knew were he was. They crammed a rope under under my gums to spread them from the tooth and cleaned it with cold water and air to take the impression. If they had been trying to get information from me I would have told them any thing they wanted to know, weather I knew it or not. In the end both of the impressions they tried to take were unusable. The instructor nonchalantly told me that I was in a learning environment and I would need to make another appointment and come back. I have had dental work there before and had generally good results, but i wouldnt wish this experience on anyone.

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Brent Watkins

Ive used the U of I Dental Clinics exclusively since moving to Iowa City a few years ago. They always get me in right away and Ive never had a problem with any of the students Ive been assigned. Work that would have cost me thousands elsewhere was just a fraction of the price at the school. Best of all, Ive never had a problem with anything theyve done - which includes fillings, root canal, crowns, and an implant. The only reason for a 4 instead of 5 star rating is that you will spend more time in the chair there. Time spent having a doctor of dentistry check and re-check student work. Small price to pay IMHO.

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Patti Hanna

I was going in to have a tooth pulled and knew that they might have some difficulty accomplishing this as my tooth had some cracks in it. The student and his assistant was amazing. They were very caring and when my tooth did not come out liked plan, he knew exactly what to do. Even though he was confident, he still would ask the instructor before moving forward. I would recommend the University of Iowa College Dentistry to anyone. Thank you for taking very good care of me.

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Dean and Laura Craig

A much less expensive but high quality option for orthodontia. Our experience in the student clinic was very positive. The ONLY thing that was a bit challenging was being confined to one day a week for maintenance, but that was made clear to us from the start of the screening process.. Overall, it was great, our concerns about finances and clinical issues were answered very quickly and nicely. I would recommend the student clinic to anyone for orthodontic treatment.

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Ali R

I think they are very professional and even if they are students they enjoy what they do because they learn as they go. Theres always an instructor watching them to make sure they do things correctly. They called me and booked my daughter for a surgery when someone else cancelled. They even called days after the surgery to make sure my little one was doing okay! I highly recommend them!

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Greg Hayne

Some reviewers have commented about the extra time required to have a dentist instructor check the students work. (Well, yeah!) This is not the only option available. I have been going to faculty practice, where the dental faculty have their own office hours and am "worked on" by a faculty member. I find the dental care I receive there to be outstanding in all ways.

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Stephanie lake-garcia

Ive always been prone to have cavities and bigger issues with my teeth, even though; I take care of them. Ive been to many dentists and they always treat me like I am "less than" because of my issues with my teeth. However, Dr. O at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry was amazing and never treated me with anything, but respect. I highly recommend him!

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Todd From Iowa

I have received dental treatment at this facility for over 35 years. You wont find better, more up to date service anywhere in Iowa. They are the most affordable with a co-pay of only $3 for my insurance. Call for an appointment that you wont regret. Just watch out for the second-hand smoke. Smoking is everywhere on this "SMOKE-FREE" campus.

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A Private User

Buena gente, grandes profesores, grandes investigadores, buen trabajo dental, excelente cuidado de los pacientes, (dice Elena y yo no tengo por que dudarlo).

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Megan Ash

I made an appointment to get bonding on my front teeth I had to wait two months to get seen. Finally after I leave I notice that part of the bonding is see through and needs redone. I call and they cant get me in until October Thats another two months I have to walk around with their crappy work. I dont recommend.

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Amy Eudaley

I have been going to The University of Iowa College of Dentistry for almost ten years and have always had a good experience. Procedures may take longer and yes you also have the trip there and back but the price cannot be beat. All steps are monitored by the teaching staff so you can be sure the quality is A+.

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Ashley Fowler

This is the first dentist office that I actually feel comfortable being in knowing that Im in good hands. The students are very nice, and the faculty doctors know how to train there students very well to become amazing dentists. Best olace I would recommend all my friends to go to U of I!

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me justme

I have had only positive experiences at the College. Two different occasions Ive had to have teeth extracted, and both times Ive been treated well. Professional, pleasant, and empathetic people both times. Im glad to say Ive made the College of Dentistry my go-to place for dental care.

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Peter Hoehnle

The best dental care I have ever received. Care is the primary concern here, without the push for procedures etc. that one finds in commercial clinics. Having moved, we now happily drive four hours, one way, to continue to work with our trusted regular caregivers at the University.

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