Great place and family friendly. Lexie (dental hygienist) was wonderful with my 5 and 3 year old today as she cleaned their teeth. Wendy (receptionist) was so kind to my kids and helped keep them entertained as I got my teeth cleaned. I have always had a great experience here and highly recommend going!
Family-Owned Dental Care You Can Trust
For over 25 years, our private, family-owned dental practice has faithfully served Story County and Central Iowa’s residents with high-quality smile care. We’re honored by the trust our patients have placed in us, and strive to exceed their expectations every day. We’re welcoming new patients, so we hope to see you and your family in our office soon.
Get Life-Changing Dentistry!
- Relax with anxiety-reducing inhalation therapy with nitrous “laughing gas”
- Receive precise treatment using advanced technology
- You choose amenities to personalize your experience with our Comfort Menu with items like weighted blankets, aromatherapy, warm neck pillows and more!
MEET DRS. NIEGSCH, MORGAN, CARMEAN, & TIGGES
Your Dentists in Ames
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Dr. Jason Niegsch
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Dr. Jason Niegsch has been serving patients and exceeding their expectations for over 25 years. As one of one of only six percent of dentists nationally who has achieved Fellowship status with the Academy of General Dentistry, he is one of the most highly trained general dentists in the state of Iowa and among the leading dentists in the entire nation. He shares his time and talent with the Ames community and surrounding areas through numerous volunteer activities.
Dr. Autumn Morgan
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Dr. Autumn Morgan loves helping people. In fact, getting to know her patients and building relationships with them is the best part of her job. Dr. Morgan connects with people easily and believes in the importance of sharing your skills and talents in order to help those around you. She is also a self-proclaimed extrovert who enjoys swapping stories and laughs with her patients!
Dr. Sara Carmean
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Dr. Sara Carmean offers excellent dental care by connecting with patients on a personal level. This helps her better understand their smile needs and goals. An athlete at the University of North Dakota, she still leads an active lifestyle. She looks forward to getting involved in the Ames community.
Dr. Kaitlyn Buech
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Dr. Kaitlyn Buech grew up in a family of dentists, understanding and appreciating the positive impact dentistry can make in patients’ lives. A native of Carroll, IA, she brings energy, positivity, and an attention to detail to her work. She was involved in 60 intramural teams at the University of Iowa. She loves to sing and plays several musical instruments.
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Family Dentistry
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Our dentists will see patients of all ages, from infants to seniors. We have dental treatments to benefit each family member. Speak to a member of our team for more details.
Invisalign
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Imagine having rows of straight and beautiful teeth! That dream can become a reality with Invisalign’s clear plastic teeth aligners. Call to set up a hassle-free consultation today.
Restorative Dentistry
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Repair your smile with restorative treatments. No longer will your teeth embarrass you or cause you to pick and choose what you can eat. Come in and see how we can help you.
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Give Your Smile Excellent Treatment
You’re more than just a set of teeth that need fixing. Our team views you as the unique individual you are, and we take our time with you because we are a private, family-owned practice. Your dental care should be well-suited to your personality, goals, and vision for your smile. With our team’s help, it will be! We’ll make sure you’re comfortable during your treatment. You’ll always have access to laughing gas to help you relax and unwind. You’ll find services such as same-day crowns to make your care as seamless as possible. In addition, you’ll love amenities that include weighted blankets, pillows, headphones, aromatherapy, and private patient care rooms.
Call your new dentists in Ames today at 515-337-2244 to schedule an appointment. You can also schedule an appointment online.
Read More About Us About UsJason: I think people find our office a lot of times word of mouth, I’d say more than half of our new patients are word of mouth referrals. So other people that have had a good experiences share that with their friends and family, and that’s how people initially come to us. Then it’s up to us to follow through on what we talk about every day, and that’s treating them with respect, listening, giving them solutions to problems sometimes that they’re not aware of, but just, again, focusing on that overall experience. We’re in tune with all the details of what that experience involves from the sight, the sounds, and just the environment of the office. All those things contribute to having to be a place people want to come back to.
Autumn: Everybody in this office is trying to grow in some way, either grow in learning more about dentistry, learning more about assisting, the other doctors that are here. We’re constantly trying to up our game.
Sara: I love the staff and the environment that we’re in, and we hope that we transfer the positive environment we create to our patients. I think portraying positivity and having a positive environment just allows the patient to be more comfortable, and then they’ll be more positive throughout the procedure as well.
Kaitlyn: There’s a lot of great qualities here at Dentistry at Somerset, and I think, you know, the quality start from right from when you walk through the door. Our front desk staff and team, you know, they’re there to welcome you with open arms. They want you to feel comfortable right out of the gate.
Man: I told my wife after I stopped here the first time, it’s kind of like coming to a spa where they happen to do work on your teeth. It’s really nice, it’s bright, it’s open. Everybody’s happy and smiling. They’ve got the neck wraps and the soothing music. It’s funny, I’ve got friends that are afraid of the dentist and like, I almost don’t understand it because it’s so nice here.
Woman 1: I think I would tell people to come here because I feel like they really listen to you, you feel important to them, and I know that they have tons of clients. I mean, there’s a lot of people going in and out of this office, but when I walk in the door, it’s a personal greeting. They greet me by name, they smile, they ask me how I’m doing, and so it’s just that personal touch that they have, that they go just that little extra amount and I think that makes the biggest difference.
Pam: When I had asked them about Invisalign, I had a lot of questions and they took their time and walked me through all of my questions, gave me really good answers. And I felt very comfortable having them be my partner in this Invisalign journey.
Woman 2: I tell my friends and family all the time and whether I’m at work or wherever, that they should check this place out because honestly, the people are so nice. You feel happy no matter what when you’re here. And the technology really impressed me right away. They have a lot of different things that my previous provider did not have. And you just walk out and you feel confident that they know what they’re doing.
Emily: I really enjoy just because they’re so great with my kids and with me, and they’re really great about interacting with us on a personal level. They’re always asking me questions about family or what we’re doing. It’s just like you’re coming in and talking to your friends and they’re really good about, I guess, personalizing your care to make sure that you’re getting the best results of what you want for your smile and your teeth.
Common Questions About Our Practice
Absolutely! We’re thrilled to welcome new patients of ages to our dental practice. Whether you’re due for a routine check-up, need a cleaning, or have a specific dental concern, we’re here to help. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing top-notch care and ensuring your comfort throughout your visit. Give us a call to schedule an appointment. We look forward to meeting you and taking care of your dental needs!
Yes we do! We encourage you to bring your child for their first dental appointment around their first birthday or within six months of the eruption of their first baby tooth. This might seem early, but if a child has a tooth, they can have tooth decay. We can advise you on best practices to care for your kids’ teeth. We make visits fun for our younger patients, so they are less likely to feel anxious as they get older.
We work with all insurance companies, with the exception of Iowa Medicaid, to maximize our patients’ dental insurance benefits. We process all insurance claims on behalf of our patients. Our patients pay their estimated portion or a deposit at their visit. After the dental insurance claim has been processed and paid to the office any remaining balance is billed to the patient. We accept most major credit cards, personal checks, Care credit and we offer in-office financing.