Steven Whittemore, D.D.S.

Out on North West School Street sits Steven Whittemore, D.D.S., the pediatric dentist most Ankeny parents gravitate toward when the first tiny molars start to surface. They handle the usual checkups and fluoride varnishes, along with interceptive orthodontics for younger kids—palatal expanders, space maintainers, even limited straight-wire appliance work. You’ll also find sports-guard fittings, fissure sealants for those hard-to-reach first molars, and early orthodontic assessment that often keeps braces from ever getting mentioned.

At 221 NW School St in Ankeny you can find the practice tucked among other storefronts that parents actually remember. They still take same-day comfort visits if a tooth decides to ache overnight, and the schedule opens quickly for patient referrals from local family doctors. Beyond the basics, interceptive X-rays get scheduled earlier than many general offices allow, giving them a clearer picture of what’s happening beneath the gum line.

To reach them call (515) 964-3833 and mention the child’s age—insurance cards aren’t needed for the first conversation. Behind the plain glass door it’s strictly kids and orthodontic appliances; no adult extractions or wisdom-teeth removal on the menu.

If the dash over 221 NW School St feels tricky, plug the address into Google Maps and save it once: directions here.