Cosmetic Dentist - Dubuque
563-583-6424
2728 Asbury Road,
Dubuque , IA 52001








New Patients

First Visit
Your introduction to our practice is tailored to make the most of your time and our expertise. After your phone call we can determine an appropriate amount of time to reserve for you. The initial visit with us averages about an hour, but we encourage you to allow an hour and a half in your schedule to allow Dr. Kuttler and his team adequate time to assess your oral health and problem solve where necessary in case your situation requires extra attention.

To Prepare for Your First Visit

  • Bring information about your medical history and medications
  • Allow us to assist you in requesting records and x-rays from your previous dentist
  • Note any areas of concern that you would like to discuss with us

We encourage you to involve yourself in your own treatment and to ask questions throughout your visits. In our opinion, when you are involved and informed you will reach a higher level of health.

Often we find that people coming to us have never experienced more than a cursory examination and quick chair side discussion of what should be done. Our approach is to provide a thorough, thoughtful, and comprehensive examination to learn all we can about your dental condition and discuss our findings with you at an appropriate time.

At Your First Visit

  • We will ask about any medical conditions that influence our care for you
  • We will perform a thorough examination of your teeth, gums, muscles, and bite
  • We may use an intra-oral camera to magnify some areas of your mouth on a TV monitor so we can both see them more clearly
  • We will assess the type and number of x-ray films that are necessary to evaluate your
    mouth and then take them
  • We often take some photographs of your mouth to view as we study your x-ray films
  • We sometimes take impressions of your mouth to have models to study patterns of how your teeth fit together and how your bite works

At the conclusion of our first appointment together we can develop a plan for future visits. Often, we’ll arrange an appointment with one of our hygienists as well as a time for a discussion of our findings based on all of the information gathered at your initial visit. Above all, your priorities, values, and expectations will guide us in learning what is in your best dental interest.

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Your Child's First Visit
Your children will be welcomed to their own special place in our hearts and in our office. A special room in our reception area has appropriate books, games, and movies for your children to enjoy. You and your child can expect to have a very positive experience when you come to visit The Kuttler Dental Team!

We are committed to creating positive, behaviorally sound dental experiences for children. There is no visit that has more importance than your child’s first visit with us. From that visit we begin building a relationship with your child and creating memories that are the foundation for future visits.

We recommend that a child begin coming to us for dental examinations soon after their first birthday. At that time we can make certain everything is within a normal range for growth and development, as well as talk with parents about the important preventive habits that must begin. This also provides an opportunity for your child to get to know us while we learn about their dental conditions and possible future issues. We believe preventive dentistry works -- an early examination for your child helps determine if there are any small problems that can be treated before they are big problems! Even better, we hope to work with you and your child in PREVENTING problems.

To Prepare for your Child's First Visit

  • Practice counting teeth
  • Practice opening wide
  • Practice saying “ahhh”
  • Tell your child we will count and brush their teeth
  • Create enthusiasm for the fun of this special adventure

Often, for the first visit a child is comforted by the presence of a parent or sibling with them in the treatment room. We will work with you to determine what works best for your child and us. We will also work with you for the appropriate assistance and “cues” for what we need to do. Rest assured, we will all do just great!

Depending on the age of your child we may wish to take some x-ray films of your child’s mouth. The number and type of those vary based upon your child’s age and the condition of your child’s mouth. If your child has had films taken within the last few years by a previous dentist, it will be helpful for us to have them forwarded to our office.

At the first appointment, besides a thorough examination by Dr. Kuttler, one of our dental hygienists will provide preventive services. We strongly feel that children benefit from the preventive services of oral hygiene instruction and dental cleaning, including removing tartar together with tooth polishing, which is provided by registered dental hygienists. Ongoing oral care coaching occurs at each subsequent visit with your child with our hygienists. We make it interactive and fun -- engaging children in their own dental health journey!

At the end of our first appointment together, we will develop a plan of treatment for any further care that might be necessary. In all cases, what is in your child’s best interest will guide us.

If you have a dental benefit plan, you may wish to bring that information with you. A member of our business office staff will review this with you and help you determine what you can expect from your plan, and how we can assist you in maximizing your dental benefits. For more financial information, please click here.

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Mission Statement
Our practice is working together to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in dentistry.

To fulfill this mission, we are committed to:

  • Listening to those we are privileged to serve.
  • Earn the trust and respect of patients, profession and community.
  • Exceed your expectations.
  • Ensure a creative, challenging and compassionate professional environment.
  • Strive for continuous improvement at all levels.
Patient Forms
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What to expect
 Being well-prepared for your appointment will ensure that the doctor has all of the needed information to provide the best possible care for you. It also will help relieve any unnecessary anxiety you may be feeling. Educate yourself on your symptoms by reviewing the content on this Web site. Also, take some time to review our staff page and familiarize yourself with the doctors. We look forward to your first visit.


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