Dr. Michael J. Kanellis, DDS

Pediatric dentistry in Iowa City doesn’t have to feel like a clinical chore. On Hawkins Drive, inside the Dental Science Building, Dr. Michael J. Kanellis, DDS keeps the focus on kids—routine cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, and space maintainers all handled with the kind of quiet efficiency that makes parents breathe easier. The building itself sits just off the main campus drag, where the sidewalks stay busy with students and families cutting between the hospital and the river. Across the street, the steady hum of the Iowa River Corridor Trail reminds you this is a neighborhood where people actually live, not just pass through. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (319) 335-7440, and the office at 1011 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242 is easy to spot once you’re on the right block. For directions, pull up the map here and let the pin drop—no need to guess which entrance to use.

Most kids who walk through the door are there for check-ups or early orthodontic assessments, though emergency care is also part of the mix when a loose tooth turns into a stubborn problem. The practice operates where dental science meets the everyday realities of raising children, a balance that keeps the waiting list short and the conversations straightforward. If you’re new to the area or just switching providers, the building’s proximity to the UI Hospitals and Clinics parking ramp makes the logistics less of a headache. When you’re ready to book, the same number—(319) 335-7440—connects you to the front desk, where the staff will walk you through the paperwork without making it feel like a test. The map link again: here. Save it before you forget, and you’ll spend less time navigating and more time deciding which flavor of toothpaste to bribe them with afterward.