AMES CENTER FOR COSMETIC & FAMILY DENTISTRY

Give Yourself Something
To Smile About

Give Yourself Something
To Smile About

Welcome to our dental home in Ames, where personalized care and lasting relationships come first. We provide advanced cosmetic dentistry, TMJ treatment, and sleep apnea solutions designed to help you achieve your health, comfort, and smile goals.

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Our Signature Services

We proudly serve Ames with comprehensive dental treatments that help protect, restore, and enhance your smile. Our advanced solutions are customized to fit your individual needs and lifestyle.

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Cosmetic
Dentistry

We provide customized smile design and advanced cosmetic solutions designed to enhance the natural beauty of your smile.

Sleep Apnea
Solutions

We offer comfortable oral appliances as effective alternatives to traditional CPAP machines for patients struggling with sleep-disordered breathing.

TMJ
Treatment

We provide comprehensive evaluation and customized treatment plans for patients experiencing jaw pain, headaches, and bite dysfunction.

Preventative
Dentistry

Providing exceptional general and preventive care remains the foundation of our practice. We focus on thorough routine care for adults and seniors.

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Our Ames dental team

Personalized Dental Care In Ames

Personalized Dental Care In Ames

Dr. Amie Rockow-Nelson, known to our patients as Doc Rock, leads our Ames dental practice with warmth, empathy, and a genuine commitment to personalized care. We focus on building lasting relationships and spending quality time with each patient, ensuring you feel comfortable and supported in our welcoming, judgment-free environment.

Learn About Our Doc
Learn About Our Doc

Comfort-First Dentistry

Experience
Comfortable
Modern Dentistry

Experience Comfortable
Modern Dentistry

We differentiate our Ames dental practice by offering a premium, relaxing experience to all of our patients. You can enjoy our comfort care menu, which includes paraffin hand dips, while we utilize advanced clinical technology to support your health.

Del S.

Always friendly and professional. I can’t imagine a better dental experience.
Del S.
Ames, Iowa

Robin S.

I always enjoy going into the office. EVERYONE is so nice. I learned about Dr. Amie because I needed an appliance made for my sleep apnea; which is far better than putting one of those apparatuses around my head and having air forced down my nose. The appliance is by far, a better choice. Dr. Amie knows her stuff. She has been great through the whole process and it is working well.
Robin S.
Ames, Iowa

Elvin H.

I really like the total service provided by this business. They are prompt, courteous, informative, and very professional. Also, parking is no problem and the office is clean and well managed. Thanks for a great dental experience. Great front office atmosphere and attitudes throughout.
Elvin H.
Ames, Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions

Ames Center for Cosmetic &
Family Dentistry FAQ’s

Ames Center for Cosmetic &
Family Dentistry FAQ’s

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Are You Accepting New Dental Patients?

Yes, we welcome new patients from Ames and the surrounding communities on Central Iowa. Our dental team is committed to providing personalized care and helping individuals and families achieve long-term oral health.

Your first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation of your teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral health. We take time to understand your concerns, discuss your goals, and create a personalized treatment plan based on your needs.

We provide comprehensive dental care, including preventative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea therapy, and sedation dentistry.

Yes, we offer flexible financing options through CareCredit to help make dental care more manageable. Our team can discuss payment options and help you find a solution that fits your budget.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Create A Smile You
Feel Proud To Share

Your smile should reflect the way you want to feel every day: confident, refreshed, and comfortable. At Ames Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, we combine modern cosmetic dentistry with personalized attention to help you achieve natural-looking results that fit your goals. Whether you want to brighten your teeth, improve balance and symmetry, or completely redesign your smile, our team takes the time to understand what matters most to you.

Laura M.

I’ve been going to Dr Amie for many years! Dr. Amie and the staff are the best and very kind, caring, and knowledgeable! They are top notch in every way. They offer the most up to date treatments that will help you have the best smile and experience! They also offer many amenities to help make your experience relaxing as well! Very highly recommended!!
Laura M.
Ames, Iowa

Kristi G.

Dr. Amie is passionate about a perfect smile and straight teeth. I was so happy I did Invisalign along with whitening. See Dr. Amie for all your dental needs and she will get it done for you!!!
Kristi G.
Ames, Iowa

Steven O.

Best care anywhere! Attention to detail is SOP. Due to daily care routine suggestions, have realized significant gum issue improvement since last visit.
Steven O.
Ames, Iowa

Celeste M.

It was so cool’ I’ve never been to a dentist where it seemed like a spa day! Dr. Amie and her staff are exceptional! Highly recommend!!
Celeste M.
Ames, Iowa

Lisa B.

The Ames Center For Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is the BEST place to go. Amie is the very best dentist. And so are all of her hygienists.
Lisa B.
Ames, Iowa

Patrick H.

As always the staff was professional and very informative on what was going on and what was expected. Always enjoy my visits and the quality of care I receive there.
Patrick H.
Ames, Iowa

Kate L.

Everyone went above and beyond to make sure that it was an amazing experience. The staff checked in frequently throughout the appointment to make sure I was comfortable and spent a lot of time getting to know me. Truly a great team who genuinely cares about their patients!
Kate L.
Ames, Iowa

Scott B.

Everybody in the office is kind and friendly, they work together as a team to make me feel comfortable and cared for. I could not ask for better care!
Scott B.
Ames, Iowa

Teresa R.

I lost a front tooth 3 nights before my daughters 1st baby shower. Dr Amie came in the next day on her day off, got her excellent lab to add a tooth & get it back the next day! She is so kind & not condescending even though I have many problems with my teeth. ABOVE AND BEYOND! Recommend her & her team highly.
Teresa R.
Ames, Iowa

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TMJ Treatment

Find Relief From
Jaw Pain And Tension

Persistent jaw pain, headaches, facial tension, and bite discomfort can affect nearly every part of your daily life. At Ames Center for Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, we provide comprehensive TMJ evaluation and therapy designed to identify the source of your discomfort and improve the way your jaw functions. Our goal is not simply to mask symptoms, but to help you achieve long-term comfort and stability.

Ronald S.

I can truthfully say that I enjoy going to the dentist at Ames Center For Cosmetic & Family Dentistry! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, as well as professional, knowledgeable, and highly competent! They explain everything and take the time to answer all your questions! Seeing Dr. Amie and her staff is a great experience!
Ronald S.
Ames, Iowa

Steve H.

Always LOVE coming to Dr. Amie!!!! Her staff is so awesome and helpful!!! I will always be a patient with this group!!!
Steve H.
Ames, Iowa

Lesya H.

Dr. Amie is the best! Excellent treatment, outstanding staff and just a wonderful dentistry all around, the best in town!
Lesya H.
Ames, Iowa

Sue R.

Amie & her staff are amazing. Amie is thorough, gentle, conservative & highly trained. Her staff are very patient focused. They work hard to make sure you are comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Amie!
Sue R.
Ames, Iowa

Karlyk

Some of my favorite people work here. They’ve been there for me as I’ve grown up and have always made me feel so welcome. Truly a one of a kind team.
Karlyk
Ames, Iowa

Howard E.

Dr Amie is the best. Period. I’ve have 3 dentist before finding her and wish I had started with her. She came in today at 7am when her practice doesn’t open until 8am to take care of me having a tight schedule.
Howard E.
Ames, Iowa

Willie D.

Dr. Roc and her staff are professional, do great work and are caring. 10/10 would recommend!
Willie D.
Ames, Iowa

Linda D.

I have gone to the Ames Center Dentistry for over 20 years. Dr. Amie is great and her staff never disappoints.
Linda D.
Ames, Iowa

Laura M.

I’ve been going to Dr. Amie for many years! Dr. Amie and the staff are the best and very kind, caring, and knowledgeable! They are top notch in every way. They offer the most up to date treatments that will help you have the best smile and experience! They also offer many amenities to help make your experience relaxing as well! Very highly recommended!!
Laura M.
Ames, Iowa

Helpful Tips & Info

Patient
Education
Articles

Patient Education Articles

Explore our latest resources to learn more about maintaining your smile and improving your overall health. We believe an informed patient is a confident patient.

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