Meet Our Dentists

 

Dr. John Meyer

Education:

  • Creighton University School of Dentistry
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery

About:

Dr. John Meyer has been actively practicing dentistry in the Des Moines area since 1981. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Kansas State University in 1977. He continued his education at Creighton University where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1981.

Dr. Meyer treats his patients like they are family. Forming a professional bond with patients and staff is his specialty.

Dr. Meyer has five children and six grandchildren. He enjoys biking and has rode on over 30 RAGBRAI rides. He is also an active member of his church where he sings in the choir and is a member of the Knights of Columbus. He is proud of his office sculptures, landscaping, and flowers. He is very grateful for his outstanding staff and enjoys being able to work with two of his daughters.

Dr. Ashley Edwards

Education:

  • University of Iowa College of Dentistry
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery

About:

Dr. Ashley Edwards is a West Des Moines native. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of Iowa in 2006 and continued her education by receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2010 at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. After graduation, she completed a one year general practice residency program in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Edwards joined the West Des Moines Dental Center team in March 2014.

Dr. Edwards is committed to providing high-quality dentistry by caring for and educating patients while implementing advances in dental technology. She is a member of the American Dental Association and Academy of General Dentistry. She earned her Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry, which symbolizes excellence in the dental profession and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Dr. Edwards enjoys running, yoga, watching Hawkeye football, spending time with her husband Cody, her two sons, and their dog Emma.

Dr. Ali Meyer

Education:

  • Creighton University School of Dentistry
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery

About:

Dr. Ali Meyer grew up in West Des Moines. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University in 2012 where she studied Human Nutrition and Spanish. She continued her education at Creighton University School of Dentistry where she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2016. Dr. Ali joined the West Des Moines Dental Center team in 2016.

Dr. Ali is a member of the American Dental Association and Iowa Dental Association. She enjoys connecting with her patients to provide them with the best options for their individual needs. She enjoys all areas of dentistry and enjoys learning about the newest advances in dentistry so that her patients receive the highest quality care possible.

Dr. Ali enjoys running, biking, reading, and traveling in her free time.