Dr. Maria M. Hernandez, DDS

Dental care in university towns often bridges the gap between academic research and everyday practice. The Dental Science Building on Hawkins Drive is home to Dr. Maria M. Hernandez, DDS, a practice situated within Iowa City’s broader dental and medical community. This area, adjacent to the University of Iowa’s health sciences campus, reflects the city’s dual role as both a college town and a regional hub for specialized care. General dentistry here operates alongside the institutional expertise of a major research university, offering a setting where routine checkups and more complex procedures coexist.

For those navigating dental needs in the 52242 ZIP code, the office at 1011 Hawkins Dr provides a central location. A quick call to (319) 335-7440 connects patients directly, whether for preventive care, restorative work, or consultations. The practice’s position within the Dental Science Building also means it’s easily found via the university’s wayfinding systems—though pinpointing the exact entrance is simpler with a map pulled up beforehand. Iowa City’s compact downtown core makes most destinations walkable, but this corner of the campus area benefits from clear signage once you’re near.