974 73rd St Ste 2
West Des Moines,
IA
50265-1003
(515) 223-8008
Mon - Thu: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 24 hours
Sat - Sun: Closed
About
We love our families, and we always give them our very best. Because Dr. Cowherd considers patients just as important as family, you can count on the Walnut Creek Family Dentistry team to provide you with what we consider to be the very best of everything. With old-school customer service and state-of-the-art technology, we offer a rewarding overall experience to patients of all ages. Our compassionate team members are lifelong learners, so we use innovative dental tools and cutting-edge procedures. You're going to have a new outlook on dental visits after your first appointment!
Services
- Cosmetic - Whitening
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Implants
- Dentures
- Digital Radiography
- Digital X-Rays
- General Dentistry
- Oral Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontal - Deep Cleaning
- Periodontal - Scaling and Root Planing
- Periodontal Therapy
- Periodontics
- Teeth Extraction
- Youth Dentistry
Languages
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aflac
- Ameritas
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Delta Dental
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- GEHA Dental Plans
- MetLife
- Most insurance accepted
- Principal Financial Group
- Reliance Standard
- UniCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Payments
- Care Credit
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Discover
- Mastercard
- Visa
Staff
Christopher Cowherd
Certifications & Memberships

5 stars Barb M Customer since 2018
Renee was so thorough. It had been a long time since I had had a good cleaning and exam I trusted. So glad to be back in good hands that care. The whole was Office was great!!
5 stars Anonymous Verified customer
This was my first time at this office. Entire staff was helpful, knowledgeable and courteous! It was a positive dental experience and I recommend this office to anyone.
5 stars Denise S Customer since 1997
Excellent care and personable. I like the atmosphere of feeling like you are more than a patient, but someone they get to know as a person.
5 stars Kathryn S Customer since 2017
Always a pleasure to go to Walnut Creek Family Dentistry. Everyone is pleasant, helpful and professional. It is the best dentist experience I have ever had.
5 stars Anonymous Verified customer
Who knew it could be fun to go to the dentist. Lovely people, all of whom enjoy their work. Renee was exceptionally kind to me and for someone who has had a lot of dental work, that is so important!
5 stars Regena P Customer since 2012
A dental experience that is relaxed and positive with excellent care.
5 stars Mary Helen G Customer since 2016
Courteous, professional care by Hygenist.
Dr. Cowherd was professional, thorough and very friendly. Puts me at ease every time I visit his office.
1 stars Susan V Customer since 1997
Provide excellent dental health in a caring and friendly atmosphere! Highly recommend!!
5 stars Natalie B Customer since 2016
Thank you you for making me almost fearless about going to the dentist! I appreciate all your care and effort to keep me healthy.
5 stars Patty H Customer since 2017
Professional and friendly
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