Convenient Access from Fairmont Park
No interstate is needed to get from the Fairmont Park neighborhood to Veranda Dentistry in Pleasant Hill. Most trips take about 10 minutes on familiar east-side streets, which suits households that want a dentist near Fairmont Park for school-age kids and busy parents alike. Dr. Chad Johnson leads our team, and early weekday hours make it easier to fit visits around class schedules.
Starting from Phillips Traditional School at 1701 Lay Street, take Lay Street to East Jefferson Avenue, then turn south on East 24th Street. Jog west on Easton Boulevard for a moment, continue south on East 23rd Street, and turn left onto East University Avenue (IA 163). Stay on East University as it crosses into Pleasant Hill, then turn onto Copper Creek Drive. Most drives from the school cover 3.6 miles and take about 10 minutes.
The office address is 1225 Copper Creek Dr Ste K, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, just off East University Avenue near Copper Creek Lake Park and Pleasant Hill City Hall. Find Veranda Dentistry on Google Maps and save it for next time. Fairground and Capitol East, nearby to the south, also reach us by East University Avenue.
Why Fairmont Park Households Feel at Home Here
Fairmont Park is a northeast-side Des Moines neighborhood in Polk County, bounded by East Euclid Avenue on the north, Hubbell Avenue on the east, Easton Boulevard on the south and Delaware Avenue on the west. The city recognized it as an official neighborhood in 2000. Its streets were pieced together from many small historic plats, with shops and services lining East Euclid and Hubbell.
Inside it is the 4.6-acre city park that shares the neighborhood's name. The park on Hull Avenue has an accessible playground, a hillside slide, a sledding hill and a sprayground that opens each May. Just south across Easton Boulevard, the larger Grandview Park and Bright Grandview Golf Course sit in neighboring ACCENT, while Douglas Acres lies north across East Euclid.
Three public schools sit inside its lines. Phillips and Garton serve the younger grades, and Goodrell Middle School brings in the preteens. For families with children at those schools, checkups for kids at different stages are part of the routine.
The neighborhood has its own landmarks beyond the park. Des Moines Fire Station #3 stands on Easton Boulevard near Phillips, and East Euclid Avenue on the north edge carries US 6 traffic past local shops. Neighborhood residents formed their association in 2000, the same year the city recognized Fairmont Park.
Our schedule is built for that. Appointments start at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday, and the office is open Friday mornings until noon. Because the route is all surface streets, a Fairmont Park parent can predict the drive without worrying about an interstate backup, though East University Avenue does move slower at rush hour.
Growing Smiles in the Fairmont Park Neighborhood
Elementary and middle school years are when many dental milestones happen. Baby teeth fall out, molars arrive, and the bite starts to settle into its adult shape. Regular exams let Dr. Chad track those changes and catch crowding or decay before it turns into a bigger repair.
Wisdom teeth are part of that story, too. They usually appear on x-rays years before they cause trouble, so the late middle school and high school checkups are a good time to watch them. When they do need to come out, the extraction can happen in our office rather than a separate surgical practice.
Active kids also mean the occasional fall from a slide, a bike or a sledding run. If a tooth chips, cracks or comes loose, call right away; we see dental emergencies as quickly as possible, and in many cases a damaged tooth can be repaired the same day. Keeping a knocked-out tooth moist in milk on the way over gives it the best chance.
Preteens at Goodrell bring a new set of concerns. Braces-age crowding, sports injuries and sugary drinks during practice all show up at this stage. A checkup every six months keeps an eye on the bite as the last baby teeth fall out, and sealants protect newly arrived molars while brushing habits are still catching up.
Parents in Fairmont Park have their own reasons to keep up with visits. Gum health, worn fillings and a desire for a brighter smile tend to show up as the years go by. A single exam can cover all of it, with a clear plan for what is urgent and what can wait.
For new patients, the first step can be very affordable. New patients without insurance and without periodontal (gum) disease can begin with our $79 cleaning, exam and x-ray visit, which includes a full cleaning, an oral health exam and standard x-rays.
Treatment Options With a Dentist Near Fairmont Park
Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers and professional whitening can refresh a smile that has dulled or chipped. Teens and adults alike can raise cosmetic questions at a regular checkup.
General Dentistry
Cleanings, exams, fluoride and sealants keep children and adults on track. Routine checkups also include an oral cancer screening.
Oral Surgery
Extractions are handled in our own office. Many older teens first meet this service through wisdom teeth extractions, with CBCT 3D imaging available in our office.
Dental Implants
When an adult tooth is lost, an implant can fill the gap with a fixed replacement. Dr. Chad plans implant placement with CBCT 3D imaging and the Yomi robotic system.
Meet Your Pleasant Hill Dental Team
Dr. Chad Johnson, DDS, FAGD spent five years in a CEREC mentor group, helping train Iowa dentists on in-office crown technology. That interest in tools shows up across our advanced technology, from 3D printing to Pearl AI x-ray review. Away from the office, he enjoys photography.
Membership & Financing
Our Veranda Inclusive Program is an in-house plan for patients without insurance; it is not insurance, and it adds one extra emergency exam per household. Members also save 10% on services paid on the day of treatment. Cherry, CareCredit and Proceed Finance offer payment options for bigger plans, subject to credit approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Veranda Dentistry from Fairmont Park, and how do I get there?
Our office is 3.6 miles from Phillips Traditional School, about a 10-minute drive. You follow East 24th Street and East 23rd Street south, then East University Avenue (IA 163) east to Copper Creek Drive, with no interstate along the way. For families wanting a dentist near Fairmont Park, it is a straightforward trip on streets most residents already know.
What happens at a first visit for new patients?
A first visit usually includes an exam, x-rays and a cleaning, plus time to talk through any concerns. Dr. Chad reviews the images with you and explains what he sees before suggesting any treatment. New patients without insurance and without periodontal (gum) disease can cover those basics with the $79 cleaning, exam and x-ray visit.
How can I tell if I have gum disease?
Bleeding when you brush or floss is the most common early sign. Other warning signs include red or puffy gums, bad breath that does not go away, gums pulling back from the teeth and teeth that feel loose. Early gum disease often causes no discomfort at all, so a cleaning and exam is the surest way to know where your gums stand.
What is Pearl AI, and how does it help with my x-rays?
Pearl AI is software that reviews dental x-rays and highlights areas that may need a closer look. It acts as a second set of eyes for spotting early cavities. Dr. Chad still makes every diagnosis himself, and the highlighted images make it easier for patients to see what he is describing.
Can I have a tooth extraction done at your office?
Yes. Extractions, including wisdom teeth, are part of the oral surgery care we provide. Dr. Chad uses CBCT 3D imaging to plan the procedure, and tools such as Piezo surgery and PRP therapy are part of our technology. Oral conscious sedation or IV sedation can help if you feel anxious about the appointment.
Schedule Your Visit from Fairmont Park
From Phillips school to our door is about 10 minutes, and booking takes just a phone call. Families who want a dentist near Fairmont Park can reach us at 515-882-6057. See all the communities we care for on our areas we serve page, or explore the practice on our Dentist Pleasant Hill, IA page.