EXCEPTIONAL. DENTISTRY. DEFINED.
Welcome to Exceptional Dentistry
Dubuque dentists Kristen Berning, Alexia Oetken, Ted Murray and the friendly team at Exceptional Dentistry want you to experience how comfortable modern dentistry has become and how beautiful your smile can be. Exceptional Dentistry has twice been named the Dubuque area FAVORITE dental office by the Her Magazine, a publication of the Telegraph Herald. Within moments of stepping into our office, you will realize that this is not your average dental office. The facility was designed to accommodate state-of-the-art technology and create a spacious environment in which all generations could feel comfortable. The quality details and clean lines were established to reflect our goal of exceeding expectations.
The Exceptional Dentistry Mission
It is our mission to deliver the very best health-centered, cosmetic, and anti-aging treatment to maintain or create natural, beautiful smiles. We provide value for our patients by ensuring the treatment that they receive is of the highest quality and that they are thoroughly satisfied with their care.
We know that modern dentistry can provide many options and sometimes all of the choices can be overwhelming. Our patients are more educated about their dental health than most and choose our office because they appreciate and value the difference. Our patients are top priority and we look to establish long-lasting relationships. Read our many wonderful patient reviews of our Dubuque Dentists.
Meet Our Dental Team
I’ve been going for check ups/cleanings several years. Had some other dental work done and the information and service is excellent.
Everyone at the office is so friendly and helpful! I get very sensory defensive and anxious and they are always so sensitive to that and constantly doing things to make ...
Thank you for the outstanding care you have given me and my family. I believe that you truly saved my teeth and my smile with the restorative work that you ...
Took my 4 week old son to get looked at for lip and tongue ties, and the dentist was so knowledgeable about the problems she was seeing in him. All of ...
This is the friendliest, most comfortable dentist office and dental experience I’ve ever had. I went there at the recommendation of my wife, also a patient there. I highly ...
I completely trust the entire Exceptional Dentistry staff to perform any dental work I need done. This office is responsible for curing my absolute fear of dental offices. I no ...
✨ Happy Administrative Professionals Day! ✨
Today we’re giving a shoutout to two of the best—Terra and Bethany! 💕 These amazing ladies are the heart of our front office and keep Exceptional Dentistry running smoothly every single day.
From juggling schedules and insurance claims to greeting patients with warmth and a smile, they do it all. We are SO grateful for their positivity, dedication, organization, and all the little (and big!) things they do behind the scenes. We celebrated with @jumbleorganiccoffee for the team! ☕️
Terra and Bethany, thank you for bringing your A-game, your kindness, and your sparkle to our team. ✨
We’re lucky to have you! 💐😁
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #ExceptionalTeam #DubuqueDentist #Dubuque #ExceptionalDentistry #Teamwork #DreamTeam #dubuqueiowa #adminprofessionalsday
✨ Happy Administrative Professionals Day! ✨
Today we’re giving a shoutout to two of the best—Terra and Bethany! 💕 These amazing ladies are the heart of our front office and keep Exceptional Dentistry running smoothly every single day.
From juggling schedules and insurance claims to greeting patients with warmth and a smile, they do it all. We are SO grateful for their positivity, dedication, organization, and all the little (and big!) things they do behind the scenes. We celebrated with @jumbleorganiccoffee for the team! ☕️
Terra and Bethany, thank you for bringing your A-game, your kindness, and your sparkle to our team. ✨
We’re lucky to have you! 💐😁
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #ExceptionalTeam #DubuqueDentist #Dubuque #ExceptionalDentistry #Teamwork #DreamTeam #dubuqueiowa #adminprofessionalsday
🌎💚 Earth Day Lightning Giveaway! 💚🌎
We’re celebrating the beauty of our planet with a quick & green giveaway — because what better way to honor Earth Day than with flowers, gardening, and a little local love?
🎁 Prize Includes (~$130 value):
🌿 $100 gift card to Steve’s Ace Home & Garden
🪣 green garden bucket
🧤 gardening gloves
🌺 a stunning red Ranunculus flowering plant
How to Enter (it’s easy!):
1️⃣ LIKE our Facebook or Instagram page
2️⃣ LIKE this post 👍🏻 or ❤️
3️⃣ COMMENT below and tell us your favorite thing about spring 🌸
We’ll randomly select 1 winner and announce it by the end of Earth Day 4/22, in a new post and direct message.
📍Winner must pick up their prize at our office this Wednesday or Thursday (7am–3pm).
🚨 Watch out for fake accounts! We’ll never ask for personal info or payment. The winner will be announced only in a separate post from our official page and messaged directly by us.
🌱 Let’s grow something beautiful this Earth Day — good luck!
#HappyEarthDay #EarthDay #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist #SupportLocal #LocalBusiness #Smile #Beautiful
🌎💚 Earth Day Lightning Giveaway! 💚🌎
We’re celebrating the beauty of our planet with a quick & green giveaway — because what better way to honor Earth Day than with flowers, gardening, and a little local love?
🎁 Prize Includes (~$130 value):
🌿 $100 gift card to Steve’s Ace Home & Garden
🪣 green garden bucket
🧤 gardening gloves
🌺 a stunning red Ranunculus flowering plant
How to Enter (it’s easy!):
1️⃣ LIKE our Facebook or Instagram page
2️⃣ LIKE this post 👍🏻 or ❤️
3️⃣ COMMENT below and tell us your favorite thing about spring 🌸
We’ll randomly select 1 winner and announce it by the end of Earth Day 4/22, in a new post and direct message.
📍Winner must pick up their prize at our office this Wednesday or Thursday (7am–3pm).
🚨 Watch out for fake accounts! We’ll never ask for personal info or payment. The winner will be announced only in a separate post from our official page and messaged directly by us.
🌱 Let’s grow something beautiful this Earth Day — good luck!
#HappyEarthDay #EarthDay #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist #SupportLocal #LocalBusiness #Smile #Beautiful
✨This patient came to Exceptional Dentistry seeking a smile makeover, and the transformation speaks for itself! 😁
With a comprehensive teamwork approach, we partnered with @dbqortho for orthodontic treatment and with Great River Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for a dental implant to replace a missing tooth. Then after Zoom in-office professional whitening, we finished with an implant crown and four custom porcelain veneers to complete the smile makeover.
We’re so happy with the results and grateful for a team approach that made this beautiful smile possible. ✨
Ready to transform your smile? Let’s create a plan that’s just right for you. 😁
💻 www.triexceptional.com
📞 563-556-2711
📍4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
#Dubuque #DubuqueIowa #DubuqueDentist #Smile #CosmeticDentist #Veneers #Zoom #Whitening #DentalImplant #SmileMakeover #ExceptionalDentistry #galena #peosta #dyersville #beforeandafter #drkristenberning
✨This patient came to Exceptional Dentistry seeking a smile makeover, and the transformation speaks for itself! 😁
With a comprehensive teamwork approach, we partnered with @dbqortho for orthodontic treatment and with Great River Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for a dental implant to replace a missing tooth. Then after Zoom in-office professional whitening, we finished with an implant crown and four custom porcelain veneers to complete the smile makeover.
We’re so happy with the results and grateful for a team approach that made this beautiful smile possible. ✨
Ready to transform your smile? Let’s create a plan that’s just right for you. 😁
💻 www.triexceptional.com
📞 563-556-2711
📍4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
#Dubuque #DubuqueIowa #DubuqueDentist #Smile #CosmeticDentist #Veneers #Zoom #Whitening #DentalImplant #SmileMakeover #ExceptionalDentistry #galena #peosta #dyersville #beforeandafter #drkristenberning
🩷 Happy Easter from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! We had an egg-cellent time celebrating with our favorite peeps — our amazing team!
Big shoutout to Make a Splash Home Decor and Gifts for the adorable shirts.
Wishing all our friends, families, and patients a joyful holiday! 🩷🐰
#WeLoveOurPeeps #ExceptionalDentistry #EasterFun #TeamSpirit #HoppyEaster #MakeASplash #DubuqueDentist #DubuqueIA #FamilyDentist
🩷 Happy Easter from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! We had an egg-cellent time celebrating with our favorite peeps — our amazing team!
Big shoutout to Make a Splash Home Decor and Gifts for the adorable shirts.
Wishing all our friends, families, and patients a joyful holiday! 🩷🐰
#WeLoveOurPeeps #ExceptionalDentistry #EasterFun #TeamSpirit #HoppyEaster #MakeASplash #DubuqueDentist #DubuqueIA #FamilyDentist
✨Step into a dental experience that’s truly exceptional.
Dr. Kristen Berning, Dr. Alexia Oetken, and our welcoming team provides advanced, comfortable care for patients of all ages—from routine checkups to cosmetic transformations. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly dentist, gentle sedation options, or state-of-the-art solutions, our skilled and compassionate team is here to help you smile with confidence. 😁
At Exceptional Dentistry, we’re proud to offer a modern, relaxing environment where your comfort comes first.
✨Thank you for trusting us with your smiles and for voting us as your favorite dental office in the 2025 Tri-States Community Choice Awards! 🏆😁
#ExceptionalDentistry #TriStateWinner #CommunityChoiceAwards #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentistry #SedationDentistry #Dubuque #DubuqueDentist #DubuqueIA #Peosta #Dyersville #Galena #Veneers #Invisalign #smile #dentalteam
✨Step into a dental experience that’s truly exceptional.
Dr. Kristen Berning, Dr. Alexia Oetken, and our welcoming team provides advanced, comfortable care for patients of all ages—from routine checkups to cosmetic transformations. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly dentist, gentle sedation options, or state-of-the-art solutions, our skilled and compassionate team is here to help you smile with confidence. 😁
At Exceptional Dentistry, we’re proud to offer a modern, relaxing environment where your comfort comes first.
✨Thank you for trusting us with your smiles and for voting us as your favorite dental office in the 2025 Tri-States Community Choice Awards! 🏆😁
#ExceptionalDentistry #TriStateWinner #CommunityChoiceAwards #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentistry #SedationDentistry #Dubuque #DubuqueDentist #DubuqueIA #Peosta #Dyersville #Galena #Veneers #Invisalign #smile #dentalteam
✨Smile glow-up alert!✨
Check out this before & after transformation using cosmetic dental bonding! 😍 This patient first completed clear aligner treatment with our friends at @dbqortho, then came to us for cosmetic dentistry to close spaces and enhance her smile- all in just one appointment!
She was so happy with her results, and we were excited to be a part of her smile makeover. 😁
Thinking about improving your smile? With wedding season, graduations, and summer events right around the corner, now may be the perfect time! 😁
Call or text to schedule a consult- your dream smile may be closer than you think!
See more before and after cases here: https://www.triexceptional.com/gallery-procedure/cosmetic-bonding/
#dubuque #dubuquedentist #cosmeticdentist #cosmeticdentistry #smile #cosmeticbonding #smileeveryday #peosta #dyersville #galena #exceptionalsmiles #beforeandafter #invisalign #clearalingers #dentistnearme #dentalbonding #drkristenberning
✨Smile glow-up alert!✨
Check out this before & after transformation using cosmetic dental bonding! 😍 This patient first completed clear aligner treatment with our friends at @dbqortho, then came to us for cosmetic dentistry to close spaces and enhance her smile- all in just one appointment!
She was so happy with her results, and we were excited to be a part of her smile makeover. 😁
Thinking about improving your smile? With wedding season, graduations, and summer events right around the corner, now may be the perfect time! 😁
Call or text to schedule a consult- your dream smile may be closer than you think!
See more before and after cases here: https://www.triexceptional.com/gallery-procedure/cosmetic-bonding/
#dubuque #dubuquedentist #cosmeticdentist #cosmeticdentistry #smile #cosmeticbonding #smileeveryday #peosta #dyersville #galena #exceptionalsmiles #beforeandafter #invisalign #clearalingers #dentistnearme #dentalbonding #drkristenberning
✨A beautiful bouquet and a thoughtful note made our day! Thank you to this sweet patient for the kind words for Dr. Alexia, Amy, Terra, and our whole team. We’re so grateful for the trust you place in us! 🤍🩵😁
#GratefulHeart #DentalCareWithCompassion #PatientLove #ExceptionalTeam #ThankYou #DentalOfficeJoy #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #DubuqueDentist #smile #smileeveryday #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #dentistnearme #veneers #invisalign #ExceptionalDentistry
✨A beautiful bouquet and a thoughtful note made our day! Thank you to this sweet patient for the kind words for Dr. Alexia, Amy, Terra, and our whole team. We’re so grateful for the trust you place in us! 🤍🩵😁
#GratefulHeart #DentalCareWithCompassion #PatientLove #ExceptionalTeam #ThankYou #DentalOfficeJoy #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #DubuqueDentist #smile #smileeveryday #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #dentistnearme #veneers #invisalign #ExceptionalDentistry
We’re all smiles!! 😁✨ Thanks to YOU, our amazing patients and community, Exceptional Dentistry has been voted BEST Dental Office in the Tri-State Community Choice Awards!
We’re beyond grateful for your trust, support, and smiles. This honor means the world to us, and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible team and fantastic patients.
Here’s to keeping your smiles healthy, bright, and award-winning! 😁🎉
🏆www.triexceptional.com
📞 563-556-2711
📍4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
#BestDentalOffice #TriStateCommunityChoiceAwards #exceptionalsmiles #ThankYou #AwardWinningCare #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #favoritedentaloffice #galena #peosta #dyersville #dentistnearme #veneers #invisalign #cosmeticdentist #familydentist #dubuqueiowa #arounddubuque
We’re all smiles!! 😁✨ Thanks to YOU, our amazing patients and community, Exceptional Dentistry has been voted BEST Dental Office in the Tri-State Community Choice Awards!
We’re beyond grateful for your trust, support, and smiles. This honor means the world to us, and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible team and fantastic patients.
Here’s to keeping your smiles healthy, bright, and award-winning! 😁🎉
🏆www.triexceptional.com
📞 563-556-2711
📍4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
#BestDentalOffice #TriStateCommunityChoiceAwards #exceptionalsmiles #ThankYou #AwardWinningCare #Dubuque #DubuqueIA #favoritedentaloffice #galena #peosta #dyersville #dentistnearme #veneers #invisalign #cosmeticdentist #familydentist #dubuqueiowa #arounddubuque
Modern Dentistry with a Gentle Touch
We understand many patients experience dental anxiety. Exceptional Dentistry’s approach features a gentle touch, so important for children and those suffering from dental anxiety. We offer sedation dentistry as an excellent option for anxious or fearful patients because we value patient comfort. Sedation Dentistry options include nitrous oxide, conscious oral sedation and intravenous sedation. As members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, we dedicate hundreds of continuing education hours per year as a commitment to our craft and advanced training. Progress is impossible without change. We enjoy what we do. We enjoy who we do it for. And we enjoy who we do it with.
