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 Dental Assistants Recognition Week! 🌸
Our exceptional assistants bring kindness, dedication, organization, and positivity to our team every day. We gifted them orchids— because just like orchids, they brighten our day! Their care and commitment create a welcoming and comfortable experience for our patients. 🌸
Thank you, Amy, Maureen and Larae, for all you do. Your kindness truly makes our practice thrive! ✨
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✨Happy Dental Assistants Recognition Week! 🌸
Our exceptional assistants bring kindness, dedication, organization, and positivity to our team every day. We gifted them orchids— because just like orchids, they brighten our day! Their care and commitment create a welcoming and comfortable experience for our patients. 🌸
Thank you, Amy, Maureen and Larae, for all you do. Your kindness truly makes our practice thrive! ✨
#dentalteam #DARW2025 #dentalassistant #adaa #dentalassistantrecoginitionweek #dubuque #dubuquedentist #smile #exceptionalsmiles #peosta #dyersville #galena #thankyou #dubuqueiowa #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #dentistnearme
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Happy Valentine’s Day from Exceptional Dentistry! 💌
We enjoyed sharing the Valentine’s Day love yesterday… with our wonderful patients and our exceptional team! 🌹🍫❤️👛
Thank you to @dubuqueflowerco for the cutest flowers!
#smile #smileeveryday #dentist #dentalteam #exceptionalsmiles #sharethelove #dentalvalentine #valentinesday #bemine #dubuque #dubuquedentist #bekind #loveourteam #veneers #loveourpatients #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #dentistnearme
Happy Valentine’s Day from Exceptional Dentistry! 💌
We enjoyed sharing the Valentine’s Day love yesterday… with our wonderful patients and our exceptional team! 🌹🍫❤️👛
Thank you to @dubuqueflowerco for the cutest flowers!
#smile #smileeveryday #dentist #dentalteam #exceptionalsmiles #sharethelove #dentalvalentine #valentinesday #bemine #dubuque #dubuquedentist #bekind #loveourteam #veneers #loveourpatients #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #dentistnearme
✨Testimonial Tuesday-
💌 Valentine’s Edition ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We’re feeling the love! ❤️😉 Our patients’ kind words mean the world to us. Thank you for trusting Exceptional Dentistry for your dental care. Nothing makes us happier than knowing you LOVE your smile and your experience at Exceptional Dentistry!
We LOVE what we do because of you. 💌
#Dubuque #DubuqueIowa #DubuqueIA #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #DubuqueDentist #veneers #testimonialtuesday #exceptionalcare #dentalteam #fivestardentist #fivestarreviews #happyvalentinesday #loveyourdentist #invisalign #suresmile #bemine #smile #iowa #dentistnearme #loveyoursmile
✨Testimonial Tuesday-
💌 Valentine’s Edition ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We’re feeling the love! ❤️😉 Our patients’ kind words mean the world to us. Thank you for trusting Exceptional Dentistry for your dental care. Nothing makes us happier than knowing you LOVE your smile and your experience at Exceptional Dentistry!
We LOVE what we do because of you. 💌
#Dubuque #DubuqueIowa #DubuqueIA #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #DubuqueDentist #veneers #testimonialtuesday #exceptionalcare #dentalteam #fivestardentist #fivestarreviews #happyvalentinesday #loveyourdentist #invisalign #suresmile #bemine #smile #iowa #dentistnearme #loveyoursmile
We enjoyed having Claire with us this week as part of her Wahlert High School sophomore class assignment to explore career opportunities through job shadowing. Claire chose to spend her day at Exceptional Dentistry, and we were happy to share a glimpse into the world of dentistry with her. 🦷✨😁
#Dubuque #Dubuquedentist #jobshadowing #familydentist #familydentistry #smile #exceptionaldentistry #localbusiness #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #cosmeticdentist #dentalcareer
We enjoyed having Claire with us this week as part of her Wahlert High School sophomore class assignment to explore career opportunities through job shadowing. Claire chose to spend her day at Exceptional Dentistry, and we were happy to share a glimpse into the world of dentistry with her. 🦷✨😁
#Dubuque #Dubuquedentist #jobshadowing #familydentist #familydentistry #smile #exceptionaldentistry #localbusiness #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #cosmeticdentist #dentalcareer
Exceptional Dentistry’s Top 9 for 2024! 😁✨
#top9 #topnine #recap2024 #2024recap #DubuqueDentist #exceptionaldentistry #dubuque #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #smile #community #dentalteam #supportlocal #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #instagramtop9 #dentistnearme
Exceptional Dentistry’s Top 9 for 2024! 😁✨
#top9 #topnine #recap2024 #2024recap #DubuqueDentist #exceptionaldentistry #dubuque #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #smile #community #dentalteam #supportlocal #familydentist #cosmeticdentist #instagramtop9 #dentistnearme
🎄🎄🎄Holiday Hours:
Our office will be closed from December 20th through December 29th to give our team time to relax, recharge, and celebrate the season with their loved ones. ❤️
Holiday Hours for New Year’s Week:
• December 30: 7 AM - 3 PM
• December 31: 7 AM - 3 PM
• January 1: Closed
• January 2: 7 AM - 4 PM
If you have a dental emergency during this time, please call our office number for instructions.
From all of us at Exceptional Dentistry, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and good health. 🎄❤️😁
🎄🎄🎄Holiday Hours:
Our office will be closed from December 20th through December 29th to give our team time to relax, recharge, and celebrate the season with their loved ones. ❤️
Holiday Hours for New Year’s Week:
• December 30: 7 AM - 3 PM
• December 31: 7 AM - 3 PM
• January 1: Closed
• January 2: 7 AM - 4 PM
If you have a dental emergency during this time, please call our office number for instructions.
From all of us at Exceptional Dentistry, we wish you a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and good health. 🎄❤️😁
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! ✨🎄
We’re spreading holiday cheer in our festive shirts from Make a Splash Home Decor and Gifts (a Maquoketa gem owned by our hygienist Cassandra’s mom!). 🥰 This week, we also treated our amazing team to coffee from @jumbleorganiccoffee ☕️ and gifts from @facesmedspadbq, @nova.medspa, @soulrevolutiondbq, Plein De Vie Wellness, and more to help them pamper themselves this season! ❤️
As we wrap up another great year, we want to take a moment to thank you, our incredible patients, for trusting us with your smiles. Your support means the world to us! 😁❤️
Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, love, and laughter. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄
— Dr. Kristen Berning, Dr. Alexia Oetken, and the Exceptional Dentistry Team
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Exceptional Dentistry! ✨🎄
We’re spreading holiday cheer in our festive shirts from Make a Splash Home Decor and Gifts (a Maquoketa gem owned by our hygienist Cassandra’s mom!). 🥰 This week, we also treated our amazing team to coffee from @jumbleorganiccoffee ☕️ and gifts from @facesmedspadbq, @nova.medspa, @soulrevolutiondbq, Plein De Vie Wellness, and more to help them pamper themselves this season! ❤️
As we wrap up another great year, we want to take a moment to thank you, our incredible patients, for trusting us with your smiles. Your support means the world to us! 😁❤️
Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, love, and laughter. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎄
— Dr. Kristen Berning, Dr. Alexia Oetken, and the Exceptional Dentistry Team
✨ This week, @exceptional.smiles was a nightly electrical sponsor for the 30th annual Reflections in the Park at Louis Murphy Park.🎄⭐️
This magical holiday light display is open nightly from 5:00–10:00 PM through January 5th—and the fresh snowfall makes it even more beautiful. ❄️🤍
Proceeds from the event support the 7,000+ individuals who rely on Hillcrest Family Services for life-changing programs, therapy, counseling, and support. 💕 @hillcrest_fs
This year’s Reflections in the Park is presented by @fidelitybankandtrust. 🎄 Make plans to see the lights and spread some holiday cheer while supporting a great cause.✨
#SupportLocal #GiveBack #Community #HappyHolidays #Dubuque #ChristmasLights #TisTheSeason #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist
✨ This week, @exceptional.smiles was a nightly electrical sponsor for the 30th annual Reflections in the Park at Louis Murphy Park.🎄⭐️
This magical holiday light display is open nightly from 5:00–10:00 PM through January 5th—and the fresh snowfall makes it even more beautiful. ❄️🤍
Proceeds from the event support the 7,000+ individuals who rely on Hillcrest Family Services for life-changing programs, therapy, counseling, and support. 💕 @hillcrest_fs
This year’s Reflections in the Park is presented by @fidelitybankandtrust. 🎄 Make plans to see the lights and spread some holiday cheer while supporting a great cause.✨
#SupportLocal #GiveBack #Community #HappyHolidays #Dubuque #ChristmasLights #TisTheSeason #DubuqueDentist #FamilyDentist #CosmeticDentist
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.