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Dental Touch Associates provides orthodontic care in Cedar Rapids, IA, serving children, teens, and adults.
About Dental Touch Associates
Infant tongue and lip tie releases, gentle cavity care for young children, and easing severe dental phobia over repeated visits set this Cedar Rapids practice apart.
Dental Touch Associates is a general dental practice that also offers orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign, traditional and clear braces, clear aligners, and retainers. Reviews describe particular strength with very young patients, including tongue and lip tie releases performed gently on infants, and note that Dr. Meghan Mueller and Dr. Blaine McLaughlin both take time explaining procedures and treatment options with visuals and cost estimates. Several reviewers mention the office helping patients who once feared the dentist feel at ease over repeated visits, and same-day emergency appointments come up more than once.
Summary of 201 patient reviews, May 2023–September 2026, updated September 2026
Dental Touch Associates provides orthodontic care in Cedar Rapids, IA, serving children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Blaine McLaughlin and Dr. Meghan Mueller oversee treatment at the practice, which has been established since 1996. The practice offers Invisalign clear aligner therapy for patients seeking alternatives to traditional braces. Digital impressions are captured using intraoral scanning technology, which eliminates the need for conventional impression materials during records appointments. This technology allows for precise treatment planning and a more comfortable patient experience during the diagnostic phase. Dental Touch Associates accepts insurance and files claims as a courtesy to help patients maximize their dental benefits. Payment plans are available for those who require flexible financing options. The practice accepts CareCredit in addition to cash, checks, and all major credit cards including MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. Patients can schedule appointments through the practice's online booking system. With a 4.9 rating based on 787 Google reviews, the practice has established a presence in the Cedar Rapids area. Individual treatment needs vary, and prospective patients in Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities should schedule a consultation to determine appropriate orthodontic options for their specific clinical situation.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Dental Touch Associates provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Dental Touch Associates uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Blaine McLaughlin, DDS
NPI verified · no bio or photo on file
Dr. Meghan Mueller, DDS
NPI verified · no bio or photo on file
Insurance accepted
What patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
Who it suits
Doctors patients mention
Orthodontic care in reviews
The few reviews touching on orthodontic-related care mention Sure Smile aligner treatment tracked over several months with progression into a retainer phase, plus thorough cleaning around existing braces.
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| Friendly staff | 73 | 0 |
| The dentist | 49 | 1 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 29 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 25 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 18 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 12 | 1 |
| Office & technology | 12 | 1 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 8 | 2 |
Recent reviews from Google
Love this place....I drive 2 hrs ea way to keep coming here!
Always pleasant. I used to get sooooo nervous going to the dentist but not now! Everyone is so down to earth and the Dr is so quick! Love this place.
The dental hygienist was amazing! She explained everything she was doing and cared about how I was doing. The dentist was great also!
Angie is wonderful! I feel so comfortable having her work on my teeth to keep them looking their best. A very pulled together bunch of people here that all know their jobs. Thorough and seamless care from visit to visit. Cannot say enough good words about the excellent quality of care here! Highly recommend!!
I've been going to Dental Touch for a little over 10 years. I've always felt that I received the best possible care from their team. I've recommended them to my entire family, who have thanked me for it and told me they had great experiences as well.
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