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 ...
When you and your boo look this good… you have to take a selfie. 👻🦷🖤 Happy Halloween from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! 😁
When you and your boo look this good… you have to take a selfie. 👻🦷🖤 Happy Halloween from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! 😁
Dr. Kristen Berning enjoyed a trip back to her alma mater, the University of Iowa College of Dentistry 💛🦷🖤 for the annual Olin Family Visiting Lectureship - a continuing education event featuring speakers with ties to both Iowa and Minnesota. The late Dr. William Olin Sr. (1948 Iowa Orthodontic MS) established this lectureship, and it is carried on today by his sons, Dr. William Olin Jr. and Dr. Paul Olin.
✨ Lifelong learning is an important part of providing exceptional care and staying inspired in our profession.
It’s always special to return to Iowa City — and even better when the Hawkeyes bring home a win! 🙌🏼🏈🖤
#LifelongLearning #ExceptionalDentistry #smile #IowaDentistry #DentalContinuingEducation #hawkeyes #GoHawks #UniversityOfIowa #dubuque #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #dentistnearme #dentalfamily @iowa.dentistry
Dr. Kristen Berning enjoyed a trip back to her alma mater, the University of Iowa College of Dentistry 💛🦷🖤 for the annual Olin Family Visiting Lectureship - a continuing education event featuring speakers with ties to both Iowa and Minnesota. The late Dr. William Olin Sr. (1948 Iowa Orthodontic MS) established this lectureship, and it is carried on today by his sons, Dr. William Olin Jr. and Dr. Paul Olin.
✨ Lifelong learning is an important part of providing exceptional care and staying inspired in our profession.
It’s always special to return to Iowa City — and even better when the Hawkeyes bring home a win! 🙌🏼🏈🖤
#LifelongLearning #ExceptionalDentistry #smile #IowaDentistry #DentalContinuingEducation #hawkeyes #GoHawks #UniversityOfIowa #dubuque #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #dentistnearme #dentalfamily @iowa.dentistry
Our team at Exceptional Dentistry enjoyed a delicious lunch at @rouxandlucia in Dubuque. Excellent service, great ambiance, and amazing food and drinks. ☕️ 🍽️🥙🥪 Highly recommend this local gem for a memorable dining experience! 🌸🤍
#dubuque #dubuqueeats #dubuqueiowa #supportlocal #rouxandlucia #dubuquedentist #dubuqueia #dentalteam
Our team at Exceptional Dentistry enjoyed a delicious lunch at @rouxandlucia in Dubuque. Excellent service, great ambiance, and amazing food and drinks. ☕️ 🍽️🥙🥪 Highly recommend this local gem for a memorable dining experience! 🌸🤍
#dubuque #dubuqueeats #dubuqueiowa #supportlocal #rouxandlucia #dubuquedentist #dubuqueia #dentalteam
✨ Join a team where you make a difference for patients every single day! 😁
Exceptional Dentistry in Dubuque is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our wonderful, caring team.
We offer a 4-day work week (with hours 7:00-3:00 and 8:00-4:00), competitive pay, paid time off, 401K, and a supportive environment that values growth and teamwork. 💙
➡️Send your resume to info@triexceptional.com - where advanced dentistry and genuine care come together.
✨ Join a team where you make a difference for patients every single day! 😁
Exceptional Dentistry in Dubuque is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our wonderful, caring team.
We offer a 4-day work week (with hours 7:00-3:00 and 8:00-4:00), competitive pay, paid time off, 401K, and a supportive environment that values growth and teamwork. 💙
➡️Send your resume to info@triexceptional.com - where advanced dentistry and genuine care come together.
Kindness really is contagious — here’s your reminder to share a little gratitude or brighten someone’s day this week. 🤍 ☀️
We received the sweetest surprise from a sweet patient — freshly baked cookies from local favorite @rouxandlucia and the most thoughtful handmade thank-you cards, each with a little gift tucked inside, for our team members who delivered exceptional care during her recent visits. ✨
Moments like this remind us why we love what we do. 😁🦷✨
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #Dubuque #CosmeticDentist #PorcelainVeneers #RouxAndLucia #Thankful #DentalTeamLove #PayItForward #Gratitude #thankyou
Kindness really is contagious — here’s your reminder to share a little gratitude or brighten someone’s day this week. 🤍 ☀️
We received the sweetest surprise from a sweet patient — freshly baked cookies from local favorite @rouxandlucia and the most thoughtful handmade thank-you cards, each with a little gift tucked inside, for our team members who delivered exceptional care during her recent visits. ✨
Moments like this remind us why we love what we do. 😁🦷✨
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #Dubuque #CosmeticDentist #PorcelainVeneers #RouxAndLucia #Thankful #DentalTeamLove #PayItForward #Gratitude #thankyou
A fresh, confident smile makeover ✨
This smile makeover included 4 porcelain restorations — two veneers and two crowns — to replace uneven, mismatched crowns and create a natural, balanced smile. We love how beautifully it fits her, and so does she! 😁🤍
Treatment by Dr. Kristen Berning and @williamsdentlab
✨Interested in a smile transformation?
Call or text📱 (563) 556-2711 to schedule your cosmetic consultation!
📍 4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
💻 www.triexceptional.com
👉 See more before & afters in our Smile Gallery: https://www.triexceptional.com/gallery-procedure/porcelain-veneers/
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #smile #CosmeticDentist #SmileMakeover #PorcelainVeneers #PorcelainCrowns #BeforeAndAfter #Dubuque #FamilyDentistry #dubuque #dubuqueiowa
A fresh, confident smile makeover ✨
This smile makeover included 4 porcelain restorations — two veneers and two crowns — to replace uneven, mismatched crowns and create a natural, balanced smile. We love how beautifully it fits her, and so does she! 😁🤍
Treatment by Dr. Kristen Berning and @williamsdentlab
✨Interested in a smile transformation?
Call or text📱 (563) 556-2711 to schedule your cosmetic consultation!
📍 4200 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002
💻 www.triexceptional.com
👉 See more before & afters in our Smile Gallery: https://www.triexceptional.com/gallery-procedure/porcelain-veneers/
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #smile #CosmeticDentist #SmileMakeover #PorcelainVeneers #PorcelainCrowns #BeforeAndAfter #Dubuque #FamilyDentistry #dubuque #dubuqueiowa
✨Friendly reminder to use your 2025 dental insurance, HSA, and flex spending benefits before they expire, as they do not roll over to the next year. ⏰
Exceptional Dentistry has just 40 office days remaining in 2025 — appointments fill quickly as the year wraps up.
Call or text us at 563-556-2711, or email info@triexceptional.com to schedule your visit today. 😁🦷✨
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist #SedationDentist #InsuranceBenefits #Dubuque #Peosta #Dyersville #Galena #Smile #HealthyTeeth #EndOfYear #2025
✨Friendly reminder to use your 2025 dental insurance, HSA, and flex spending benefits before they expire, as they do not roll over to the next year. ⏰
Exceptional Dentistry has just 40 office days remaining in 2025 — appointments fill quickly as the year wraps up.
Call or text us at 563-556-2711, or email info@triexceptional.com to schedule your visit today. 😁🦷✨
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist #SedationDentist #InsuranceBenefits #Dubuque #Peosta #Dyersville #Galena #Smile #HealthyTeeth #EndOfYear #2025
🦷✨ We’re continuing our Dental Hygiene Month celebration with a sweet treat — tooth cookies from Sprinkled Confections, a talented local bakery, where her custom treats are as delicious as they are cute. ☺️ @sprinkledconfections_amy
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #SupportLocal #DentalHygieneMonth #DentalHygienists #femaleowned #HealthySmiles #SprinkledConfections #dubuque #DubuqueSmallBusiness #shoplocal #dubuqueiowa #toothcookies
🦷✨ We’re continuing our Dental Hygiene Month celebration with a sweet treat — tooth cookies from Sprinkled Confections, a talented local bakery, where her custom treats are as delicious as they are cute. ☺️ @sprinkledconfections_amy
#ExceptionalDentistry #DubuqueDentist #SupportLocal #DentalHygieneMonth #DentalHygienists #femaleowned #HealthySmiles #SprinkledConfections #dubuque #DubuqueSmallBusiness #shoplocal #dubuqueiowa #toothcookies
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.
