Category: | Dentist |
Address: | 4444 Northwest 128th Street, Urbandale, IA 50323, USA |
Phone: | +1 515-278-4366 |
Site: | lawsondentistry.com |
Rating: | 4.6 |
Working: | 7:30AM–5:30PM 7AM–3PM 7AM–3PM 7AM–3PM Closed Closed Closed |
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Craig Haas
After my wife and I had our first child, our sleep quality became much more important to us. After a talk with my family doctor, I was scheduled for a sleep study. The study confirmed what my wife had been telling me. I had a problem with snoring and some mild sleep apnea. The treatment options were surgery, a C-Pap device, or a dental appliance. The dental appliance was a no brainier since I already had issues with grinding my teeth at night as well. Admittedly it took a couple nights to get used to, but by the third night I noticed a significant increase in the quality of my sleep. I would wake earlier and feel more well rested than if I had slept until my normal time. The better outcome was my afternoons at work. Ordinarily by 3:00 in the afternoon I would be looking for my next dose of caffeine. Wearing the dental appliance gave me the energy and focus to be productive for the entire day. A still better outcome was the ability to not disturb my wifes sleep with my snoring. Happy wife, happy life! My first appliance lasted about 8 years. It broke right after my wife and I moved to the Des Moines area in 2011. I was glad to learn that Dr. Lawson was able to fit me for a new appliance. Not only that, she had more than one option from which to choose. She took the time to help me select the right option. She was also very meticulous in fitting it for comfort and function. The time between my appliance breaking, and Dr. Lawson delivering the new one was a good reminder of how well the appliance works. My sleep quality suffered without my appliance. Dr Lawson was able to fast track a temporary one that minimized the amount of time that I had to wait. The new appliance works very well and is a little more comfortable than my first one. I have been working with Dr Lawson to maintain my quality of sleep for about 4 years now. A good nights sleep improves the quality of your life immensely. It is obvious that Dr. Lawson is well trained, and very capable of helping improve the quality of your sleep with a dental appliance. I strongly recommend talking to her about one.
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Renee Rausch
I will begin by writing that I have had an overwhelming fear of the dentist since I was a child, even down to my semiannual teeth cleanings. My experiences with other dentists have been satisfactory at best, and I have always dreaded dentist appointments…..until I started seeing Dr. Lawson, at Lawson Family Dentistry. To begin with all members of her staff, from the receptionist to the hygienist are extremely professional, kind, and always willing to make their patients feel comfortable. The staff and Dr. Lawson take the time to throughout exam your teeth, inform you of current issues, and take precautionary measures to stop future complications. They take as much time as needed to explain the procedures (they never act like they are in a hurry!), they offer pictures of your teeth so that you feel a comfort level regarding the work to be performed. For example, some dentists will say, “you need a root canal”, we will get one scheduled. At Lawson Dentistry, if you need such a procedure, they take the time to show you a picture of the current state of your tooth, offer a very detailed description of the procedure if desired, and encourage questions. A patient is never left to wonder if the procedure is really needed, or if it is the right choice, they are given information that allows them to make an informed decision. Besides the exceptional customer service, Dr. Lawson has equipped her office with state of the art technology to aid in determining the best treatment plan for her patients. For the first time in my life, I do not dread going to the dentist, I have found that dental visits at Lawson Dentistry have been very pleasant, my husband and three children and I will continue to use the services Dr. Lawson provides.
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Kirk Johnson
Dr. Lawson and her team have provided a wealth of services to my family and I since moving to the Des Moines Metro area in 2011. From routing cleanings, to preventative dentistry, to fixing cavities and other dental needs, Lawson Family DDS provides consistent, caring and customer-centered dental services. I have undergone a number of personal health-related changes since 2011. While undergoing lifestyle changes to assist in losing weight (-70+ pounds since 2011) I needed to reevaluate my previously diagnosed sleep apnea (diagnosed in 2009). With a massive amount of weight loss since 2011, I was ready to be reevaluated, wanted to get rid of the cumbersome C-PAP machine and was looking for solutions. In 2013, Dr. Lawson stepped forward to educate me in my options of dental appliances vs. C-PAP. I left with clear understanding as to what my options were. She and her staff then assisted with a new sleep study to ensure that I was a good candidate and fortunately I was. After consultation Dr. Lawson provided me a solution that met my needs in a SomnoMed dental appliance. Now, three years later, I am still using the SomnoMed dental appliance as a means to treat a minor level of sleep apnea. I dont leave home without it, nor do I sleep at night without using my SomnoMed. In addition, I have been a customer of Lawson Family DDS since 2011, have referred multiple people to Dr. Lawsons office and look forward to continuing to do all of that in the future.
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Mary Hickenbottom
Lawson Family Dentistry is the most friendly, knowledgeable, and up-to-date dental offices I have ever visited. Every member of the team is helpful and educated and willing to make the visit go smoothly. Dr. Lawson is warm and understanding and answers all questions in regards to your dental care and course of action. She is also very good with my three children...they actually like going to the dentist! Televisions and Ipods are available to make patients more comfortable. The equipment, technology, and check-in procedures are state of the art making my visit extremely easy! Lawson Family dentistry offers progressive treatments with multiple options to fit all budgets. I was given a personal treatment plan and pricing information so there were no surprises on my procedures or cost! They even send appointment reminders via email or text. You will not find a better dentist or staff anywhere!
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Cortney Weissenburger
All staff is great except the receptionists. I missed two appointments for infamous reasons I have a one year old and two year old. Let me tell you if your a parental provider you know that life doesnt all go as you have planned it. I was not able to schedule again I had to be placed on a cancellation list and then i would get called when I could come in. If your policy is to penalize your clients, by not letting them reschedule, is that really whats in your clients best interest! I understand if I miss an appointment my spot cant be filled but if I have a sick child my last thought will be oh wait I need to call the dentist! These things happen! Its life! I get you need a policy so everyone doesnt just not show up. Penalizing clients for not calling to cancel is not the right way to go about this. I do share my experiences with others and I hope no one else is treated this way again.