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Meet the Doctor

Dr. Rea is a board-certified orthodontist and is fully dedicated to helping you achieve the smile of your dreams. With her extensive training and expertise, she will work closely with you to understand your unique needs and goals. Together, you’ll create a personalized treatment plan that enhances your natural beauty and boosts your confidence. Your dream smile is within reach, and Dr. Rea is here to guide you every step of the way!

About Dr. Rea

  • (pronounced “Ray”)

    Dr. Rea grew up in small-town Waukon, Iowa. After graduating from dental school, she served 5 years as an Active-Duty Dental Officer in the United States Army. She then practiced general dentistry in private practice for 4 years before returning to school to pursue Orthodontics. Dr. Rea has a high level of experience and a passion for helping people achieve a beautiful smile! She is very excited to continue providing excellent orthodontic care in SE Iowa and NE Missouri!

    In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, traveling, live music, and hanging out with family and her dog Bevie.

    • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Integrative Physiology, University of Iowa. Graduated with Distinction.

    • Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a national dental honor society.

    • Advanced Education in General Dentistry, Fort Jackson, SC

    • Master of Science (MS) and Orthodontic Certificate, University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Rea has completed rigorous examination to become Board Certified. (Only 25% of Orthodontists have fulfilled the requirements to become Board Certified.)

    • American Association of Orthodontists

    • Midwest Society of Orthodontists

    • American Dental Association

    • Iowa Dental Association

    • American Board of Orthodontists

Meet the Team

  • Connie

    OFFICE MANAGER

    • Hired in 1993
    • Married with 2 grown children and 5 grandchildren.
    • Likes walking outside. 

  • Kathy

    TREATMENT COORDINATOR

    • Has worked as an orthodontic treatment coordinator for 17 years. 
    • Married with 3 grown children and 9 grandchildren. 
    • Loves to spend time outdoors, read, watch all my grandchildren's activities, the Iowa Hawkeyes, and the Indiana Fever. 

  • Wendy

    FRONT DESK | DENTAL ASSISTANT

    • Married with 2 grown children.
    • 27 years of orthodontic experience.
    • Likes to spend time outdoors.

  • Mary

    DENTAL ASSISTANT

    • Married with 1 son and 4 grandchildren.
    • Has worked in orthodontics for 23 years.
    • Enjoys traveling (especially cruising) and Iowa Hawkeye sports.

  • Marcia

    DENTAL ASSISTANT

    • Has been a dental assistant for 47 years.
    • Married with 3 children and 7 grandchildren.
    • Enjoys reading and crafts. Would like to do more traveling in retirement. 

  • Michelle

    DENTAL ASSISTANT

    • Has worked with the practice for 1.5 years.
    • Has been married for 39 years, has 3 daughters and 14 grandkids. 
    • Enjoys being with family and going to all the ball games.

  • Jamie

    DENTAL ASSISTANT

    • Has worked in general dentistry for 13 years.

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