Summary

Dr. Christopher T. Cowherd
After graduating from the University of Iowa with his doctorate of dental surgery degree, Dr. Cowherd has had a wide range of experience in community health, private practice and teaching at the University of Iowa. In dental school, he was awarded student of the year for Special Care and Geriatric dentistry. He also did his undergraduate work at the University of Iowa graduating with honors in Exercise Science. Dr. Cowherd’s commitment to excellence has never receded. He holds memberships with the American Dental Association, American Academy of General Dentists, and Iowa Dental Association.
Today, at Walnut Creek Family Dentistry in Windsor Heights, Dr. Cowherd continues to extend himself, offering patients a wide range of innovative, comfortable, personalized dental care. He enjoys working with children, teens, adults, and the geriatric population. In addition to general dental care, Dr. Cowherd has extensive training and experience with cosmetic dentistry. He is also in tune with the latest developments in dental science, and he regularly excites our team by bringing in new tools and technology. He prides himself on making people comfortable and educating them about their oral health.
Away from the office, Dr. Cowherd reinvests in the local and global community by providing professional dental services to people in need. His volunteer work has included regular shifts at the free medical and dental clinic in Iowa City, participating in Mission of Mercy, and an unforgettable mission trip to Costa Rica. He looks forward to participating in many more missions in the future.
Dr. Cowherd is married to Lindsey Meder and they have one child, Madeleine. They are members of Holy Trinity Church in Beaverdale. In his free time, the doctor enjoys reading, running, sports and spending quality time with his family and friends.
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It’s time you experience personalized dentistry. In our Windsor Heights dental office, Dr. Christopher Cowherd serves families in the entire Greater Des Moines Area including West Des Moines, Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, Waukee and nearby communities. We are easy to find, located just north of Interstate 235 next to the Walnut Creek Family YMCA. We’d like to meet you, get to know you, and provide excellent, contemporary dental care for you and your loved ones. Call Walnut Creek Family Dentistry of Des Moines today to reserve convenient appointments for the smiles closest to your heart!
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Christopher T Cowherd

974 73RD ST STE 2WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265

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DentistryDentistryDentistryDentistry
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40 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
WEST DES MOINES , IAWest Des Moines , IASanta Fe , NMBOSTON , MA
Med School: University of Missouri Med School: Stoney Brook University School of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School of Dental Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher T Cowherd

  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher T Cowherd has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher T Cowherd has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Cavity
  • Cleaning
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Crown
  • Dental Check-up
  • Dental Implants
  • Extraction
  • Filling
  • Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Root Canal
  • Veneers

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Dental Surgery, Iowa, Active

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