Iris joined our practice in 2007. She briefly lived in South Carolina, where she earned her Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Following graduation, she and her husband moved back to Des Moines and she soon began working at Gateway Dental Group. Iris has also earned her permit in Local Anesthesia. She has terrific rapport with her patients, makes them feel comfortable and is excellent at earning their trust.

Karen joined our practice in 1995. With over 20 years of experience estimating dental benefits and filing dental insurance claims, she has become an invaluable resource to our patients. Karen assists in making financial arrangements so that dental care can fit into many different budgets. She takes pride in knowing all of our patients, and is the first friendly smile that greets our guests.

Mallorie joined our practice in 2014 and has been a dental assistant since 2008. She is a graduate of Kirkwood Community College and is certified with the Dental Assisting National Board. Mallorie has fulfilled the requirements for Level 1 Expanded Functions with the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners. Her favorite part of her job is helping give patients a smile they can be proud of.

Spending time with family and friends is near and dear to Mallorie. She and her husband enjoy traveling with their daughter to see loved ones. Mallorie has given back to her community through volunteer opportunities at the Iowa Mission of Mercy, Meals from the Heartland, and the Youth Emergency Services and Shelter.

Megan graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies in 1993. She joined our team in 2019 and feels extremely fortunate to be surrounded by caring, fun, and outstanding team members. Megan looks forward to building relationships with our patients. Her hobbies include traveling with her husband and three children, running with her dog, cooking, doing puzzles, and volunteering with her church or her daughters school.

After graduating from Des Moines Area Community College with a degree in Dental Hygiene in 2003, Krystal joined our team in 2019. She enjoys being able to work with people of all ages, from 3 to 100, and learning about each persons individual life experience. Krystal looks forward to helping her patients appreciate how a clean mouth feels and understand how oral health impacts overall wellness. When not in the office, she volunteers her time with Rally 4 Ross (#rally4ross) and supports Childrens Cancer Connection. Her hobbies include cycling, reading, yoga, hiking (preferably in Colorado), spending time with friends and family, and supporting her childrens activities.

Ines joined our practice in 2014. She earned her Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene from Des Moines Area Community College. Ines also has a permit in Local Anesthesia. She loves it when her patients are open and honest with her about their oral hygiene habits. Ines is sincere, caring, detail oriented, and enjoys seeing her patients get healthier.

Martha earned her Associate Degree from Vatterott College in 2008. She joined our team in 2019. She loves the opportunity to help society by improving oral health, and getting to know her patients and their stories. When not in the office, she volunteers at her daughters school library. Her hobbies include watching movies, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and visiting her home country of Kenya.

Ashley joined Gateway Dental Group in 2010. She earned her Associate in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene from Des Moines Area Community College. Ashley also has a permit in Local Anesthesia. She has an outgoing personality and loves getting to know her patients and their families. Her patients appreciate how much she cares about their health.

After graduating from the Des Moines Area Community College in 2020, Kati joined our team in 2021. Shes earned special certifications in local anesthesia, and is a member of the American Dental Hygienists Association. Kati enjoys helping patients improve their health, and when not in the office, likes reading, cooking, and spending time with her family.

Jen earned her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from the Des Moines Area Community College in 2010, and officially joined our practice in 2021. She loves the flexibility of her job, and the chance to make a difference in peoples lives through their oral health. Jen looks forward to building relationships with her patients, getting to know them and watching their health change for the better. When not in the office, she enjoys reading, bike riding, and baking.

Dr. Burds and our team strive to carry on Dr. Dahlbergs tradition of offering compassionate, comprehensive dental care to all of his patients. He has selected Dr. Burds personally to carry on this tradition in his retirement, and weve all learned from Dr. Dahlbergs dedication to building and maintaining meaningful relationships with all patients. To read Dr. Dahlbergs and Dr. Burds words to our patients, click on one of the letters below.

Dr. Burds and our team strive to carry on Dr. Nelsons tradition of offering compassionate, comprehensive dental care to all of his patients. He has selected Dr. Burds personally to carry on this tradition in his retirement, and weve all learned from Dr. Nelsons dedication to building and maintaining meaningful relationships with all patients.