About Us
Our Philosophy
The staff of our practice are charged by Dr. Dave with a simple goal: "Let's recommend what's best for the patient, but always provide the patient with the dental care that they want. We should provide the care that fits their specific needs."
- In practice for more than 30 years, I pride myself in helping my patients make informed decisions about their dental care.
- I always want my patients to decide what is best for them. And I will do my best to explain everything and all your options for treatment.
- I practice by 'The Golden Rule', to treat people how I would want to be treated. This goes hand in hand with caring for you like I would care for my family. But I won't ask to borrow your mower!
-Dr. Dave
Why Choose Us?
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Meet Our Team
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Kristin
Patient ServicesKristin has worked with Dr. Lickteig for 20+ years and has exceptional knowledge in the dental field.
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Melissa
Dental HygienistMelissa has has over 20 years of experience providing caring and competent oral care for our patients.
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Dena
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Eddy
Dental AssistantEddy has 15 years of experience in the dental field and makes sure to provide excellent care to all of her patients.
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Heather
Dental AssistantHeather goes above and beyond to make sure her patients are comfortable during their dental care.
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Shannon
Dental Hygienist![Image](https://westdesmoinesdds.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Taylor.jpg)
Taylor
Dental AssistantWe can provide dental care for you and your family!
We can take care of your entire family; age 2 to 22 to 102!
- We can take care of all the dental care that you will probably need. For certain specialized procedures, such as placing an implant in the bone or a root canal on a back molar, we will refer you to a dental specialist who will take great care of you too!
- Nitrous oxide and conscious sedation is available if you are nervous or anxious. And please do not feel that you are somehow unusual if you are nervous! A lot of patient are. We will do our very best to make sure you are comfortable for any procedures that might be needed!