Family Dentistry-Fort Madison East

726 Ave G, Fort Madison, IA 52627
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Opens Monday at 7:30am
SundayClosed
Monday7:30am - 3:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday8:00am - 12:00pm
SaturdayClosed

Dr. Mark Pothitakis has been practicing dentistry since 1992. Dr. Mark grew up in Fort Madison, IA and graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistryin 1992. He began his first dental practice in New London, IA, and quickly expanded to include five different offices throughout Southeast Iowa. Dr. Mark and his wife Kara have five energetic children that keep them constantly driving to and from sports practices and games. Dr. Mark first wanted to become a dentist because he really enjoys helping people get out of pain, as well asimproving their self-esteem by transforming their smiles. The most important priority for Dr. Mark is providing outstanding care to his patients, no matter what time of day or night, and he has been known to work many extra hours to provide this care. Dr. Mark is also very active in hislocal community. When Dr. Mark is not at his kids practices or games, he enjoys running and pursuing another passion, his culinary skills. Dr. Mark says that watching The Food Channel or cooking for othersis one of his favorite ways to relax.

Dr. Ali Bassler has been practicing dentistry since 2013. Dr. Bassler grew up in Osceola, IA and graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2013. Both Ali and her husband Chris are born and raised in Iowa and have developed a love for the Southeast Iowa community. Ali and her husband Chris have two active boys that keep them very busy. The Bassler family really enjoys staying active outdoors and spending time with family. Dr. Basslers most notable hobby is going to the gym and participating in powerlifting. Dr. Bassler and her husband also attend Harmony Bible Church and participate in various church activities. Dr. Bassler truly loves all aspects of the dental field but does have a passion for treating children and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Bassler developed a passion for dentistry because she had such great dental experiences as a child. It is her hope to be able to provide similar experiences to her patients.

Dr. Barb Gipple has been practicing dentistry since 1989. She originally grew up right here in Southeast Iowa and graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 1989. Dr. Gipple first became interested in dentistry because she wanted to work in the healthcare field, liked towork with her hands, and was looking for a way to use her art degree. Dentistry allowed her to incorporate all of these interests in caring for her patients, and she especially enjoys the esthetic aspect of dentistry. Barb is married to her husband Randy and stays busy outside the office with her 18-year-old twins. She loves to garden and to travel, and she typically serves on at least one international mission trip each year. Dr. Gipples patient care philosophy primarily stems from treating each patient as if they were a member of her own family.

Dr. Ronald Stein was born and raised in the Southeast Iowa area. After graduating high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he was stationed in Wethersfield, England, and married his wife, Susan, in Ireland, in 1966. On returning to the USA, in 1967, Dr. Stein first took up a position for Television and Radio Repair, in a local Keokuk store, and shortly after that, worked as a Prosthetic Technician. During his medical study for this new position, he gained a great interest in the dental field and his desire to help others maintain good dental health propelled him into the study of Dentistry at the University of Nebraska, where he graduated in 1976. After over 34 years of private practice, he was honored to join the team of Dr. Mark Pothitakis. In his private time, he supports and enjoys helping in his wifes music distribution company and encouraging their two children and 8 grandchildren in their various positions in life. Dr. Stein is also an Ordained Deacon within the Catholic Church and serves in that position at the Holy Family Parish of Fort Madison, Iowa.

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Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 16 reviews

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Psycho Billy Cadillac Fans Tour
2 years ago
I just had a horrendous experience. Being uninsured made matters worse. I mentioned this both in the phone call and when I arrived. I went into the appointment expecting an extraction. I brought the crown in simply to show them all the bits and pieces of tooth that came out with it. They were still glued to the bottom of the crown. He took an x-ray which I did not want because of cost. It most definitely should have shown the rot and decay of the tooth. After completion of re-glueing the old one back in, he stated that if it comes off again, it would have to be pulled. Well, after 1 month, it did come off. Prior, there was maybe 50% of the upper part of tooth left. This is what initially told me that it would have to be pulled. Now there is maybe 25% as more of it ripped off when the crown came off again. A very poor decision was made after the x-ray to re-glue. When going to pay, I was furious at the $250 cost of regluing!!! I obviously did not want to fork out that kind of dough for a simple regluing procedure. After today's phone call, he will only reimburse me $125 of that if I have bridge work done which will run in the thousands. Extremely upset as it's hurting now because of very little tooth remaining and having spent all of my 2022 budget. Now I'm searching for a new dentist to pull it out which is what I initially wanted and stated on the phone call and upon arriving at this Fort Madison clinic.


Brad Walker
2 years ago
First visit this afternoon and I was thoroughly impressed with the service provided. The dental hygienist was top notch and did wonderful work. She took her time and took care of my teeth. "Thelma" will see me again!


Ms G
3 years ago
If it were possible, I would give a lower rating than one star. My call was to inquire about becoming a new patient. In the midst of asking a question, the female that answered cut me off mid-sentence, said goodbye, & hung up. That was totally uncalled for, rude, & extremely poor customer service, ma'am. God bless you anyway.


Miniato Havientus
4 years ago
If it were possible, I would give a lower rating than one star. My call was to inquire about becoming a new patient. In the midst of asking a question, the female that answered cut me off mid-sentence, said goodbye, & hung up. That was totally uncalled for, rude, & extremely poor customer service, ma'am. God bless you anyway.


Joyce Ellis
4 years ago
Dr. Mark is great. Puts you at ease and is very efficient.


Joyce Ellis
5 years ago
Dr. Mark is great. Puts you at ease and is very efficient.


Renae Dohman
5 years ago
Dr D and staff are wonderful and give you terrific care and pain free treatment. I highly recommend them to everyone I know. I will continue to see them with confidence, respectful visits and wonderful care!


JMRamsey
5 years ago
Love Dr. D, he gave me options and let me pick which was right for me. Staff is friendly and helpful.


Phyllis Carle
5 years ago
Friendly, helpful personnel in the office. Quickly checked out with options for my treatment. Very happy with service. :-)


Leland Edwards
5 years ago
Had my cleaning and saw the dentist . Was on time and very friendly. Very good place to have dental work done


Renae Dohman
6 years ago
Dr D and staff are wonderful and give you terrific care and pain free treatment. I highly recommend them to everyone I know. I will continue to see them with confidence, respectful visits and wonderful care!


Leland Edwards
6 years ago
Had my cleaning and saw the dentist . Was on time and very friendly. Very good place to have dental work done


JMRamsey
6 years ago
Love Dr. D, he gave me options and let me pick which was right for me. Staff is friendly and helpful.


Phyllis Carle
6 years ago
Friendly, helpful personnel in the office. Quickly checked out with options for my treatment. Very happy with service. :-)


Hashem Jaber
6 years ago
Always professional and mostly painless.


Eugene Lane
6 years ago
Very friendly


Hashem Jaber
7 years ago
Always professional and mostly painless.


Eugene Lane
7 years ago
Very friendly


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