At Smiley Family Dentistry, we believe that dental care doesnt have to be unpleasant or stressful. Going to the dentist shouldnt be a dreaded experience. Thats why we go to great lengths to help you and your loved ones feel welcome, appreciated, comfortable, and respected every time you visit. From our expertise in a wide range of dental services to our dedicated, friendly team, youll find exactly what you need right here in our Waverly, IA dental office. Ultimately, our goal is to see a happier, healthier, and more confident smile on your face as you leave our dental office, and were prepared to exceed your highest expectations.

We take pride in helping our patients achieve a higher quality of life by improving their oral health. On a daily basis, we return smiles to their former glory after decay, infection, or damage with expertise and a gentle touch. We also focus on healthy practices that contribute to a strong, healthy body as a whole. By partnering with us for your oral care, you can enjoy a smile that stands the test of time and contributes to your happiness.

Your smile can have a significant impact on your well-being. As a result, we believe it is worth sharing and celebrating every day! In addition to our outstanding dental services to improve your teeth, we make the oral care experience as fun and enjoyable as possible. But we dont stop there! We invite patients in the Waverly area to like our Facebook page and share something that makes them smile. If you participate, youll be entered to win a monthly prize!

Do you avoid visiting the dentist on a regular basis because you dont want to feel shamed? Thats not a problem at Smiley Family Dentistry! Maybe youre not perfect in your oral care at home, or perhaps you have dental questions that you feel embarrassed to ask. Our team is here to help you move forward toward a healthier smile in whatever way we can, regardless of the current state of your teeth. We treat everyone who walks through our door with the kindness and consideration that they deserve.

Dr. Smileys grandpa and uncle were both dentists, so his family had some close familiarity with the field for many years. Over time, he realized that the type of work (especially the problem-solving element) was really appealing to him as well. And of course, theres his last name he really had no other choice!

Today, Dr. Smiley takes great satisfaction in being able to participate in a persons healing and leave them feeling better than before, whether hes placed a perfect dental implant, restoring a broken tooth, or simply relieving a bad toothache.

Dr. Smiley is originally from Hoopeston, Illinois. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of Illinois before pursuing his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. During his studies at the University of Illinois, he also pitched for the baseball team!

Dr. Smiley also continued his education with advanced training from the Dawson Dental Academy. This experience allowed him to practice dentistry with a more comprehensive diagnostic approach. Instead of isolating and treating immediate problems, he takes a step back and thinks: why do these problems continue to occur? For example, how does joint misalignment contribute to poor occlusion and increased tooth decay? How might early childhood development of the mouth impact breathing problems and the eventual grinding of the teeth? This deeper understanding allows him to create treatment plans that lead to a functional, aesthetic smile and the likely elimination of problems further down the road for his patients.

Dr. Smiley and his family moved to Waverly from the St. Louis area in 2014, hoping to build a home in a community that shares the small-town values they loved while growing up. Today, they are enjoying the chaotic, joy-filled life that has come with their three young children. They also have a new poodle named Poppy and enjoy spending lots of free time at Waverlys dog park, on trails around their home, and warming up with Waverly-roasted coffee at Duos. They feel very privileged to be a small business in the community and are very passionate about finding other ways to support like-minded small-business dreamers and makers.

As for personal hobbies, Dr. Smiley leads worship and is on the board at their local church while also serving as a board member on the Waverly Chamber of Commerce. He loves passing along a love of music and sports to his kids, regularly visiting his family farm in Illinois to help his parents with planting and harvest seasons, and being a University of Illinois Fighting Illini fan.

Maria has more than 35 years of experience as a dental assistant and is truly committed to treating patients like family. She previously studied at Kirkwood Community College and is a teaching assistant at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Marias husband is a retired dentist and together they have two grown daughters. After hours, she enjoys biking and reading.

Bonnie is a registered dental assistant with more than 22 years of experience. In addition to working side-by-side with Dr. Smiley, she has advanced training in Kr Whitening, dental implants, and IV sedation. Bonnie and her husband have five grown children and ten grandchildren. Away from the dental office, she enjoys hiking, bike riding, spending time with her grandchildren, and going to her church.

Every day, Shawn uses her 30 years of experience as a registered dental hygienist to help our patients create and maintain healthy, beautiful smiles. She studied at Hawkeye Community College and is married with two grown children and five grandchildren. Her interests include decorating, gardening, and cooking for her wonderful family.

Tara has been working in the dental field for over two full decades now, spending time as both an assistant and a hygienist. She first came to our dental office in 2016 and loves working with such wonderful team members and patients. She is fully dedicated to serving each persons dental needs and helping them achieve excellent oral health.

Originally from Waterloo, Anne has a long history in the oral healthcare field, working for several years as a dental assistant and nearly 30 years as a dedicated dental hygienist. She joined Dr. Smileys team in January of 2019 and loves working alongside such great team members, as well as the variety of performing work as both an assistant and a hygienist. She loves getting to know each patient very well over time!

Dawn has been working in the world of dentistry for an impressive 36+ years, having first joined Dr. Smileys team in 2016. Born and raised in Tripoli, she attended the dental assistant program at Hawkeye Community College and is an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant today. She loves working with such wonderful people and caring for a great group of patients.

Dawn and her husband Jeff have two grown sons and one daughter-in-law. When she isnt busy at the dental office, her favorite hobbies include gardening, going on walks, reading, socializing with friends, and playing with her mini Goldendoodle Camo.