background
background
Dr. Joseph Glotfelty, DDS

Dr. Joseph Glotfelty, DDS

Dentistry

Dr. Joseph Glotfelty, DDS is a dentistry practitioner in Ames, IA.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1226 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
ADVERTISEMENT
healthgrades-rx

Medications starting at Just $4

Optum Perks and Healthgrades are subsidiaries of RVO Health.

Experience Check

Search for experience in a specific area

Insurance Check

Search for your insurance carrier and choose your plan type

Dr. Glotfelty's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Glotfelty

4.8
16 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
94%
94%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
6%
6%

Your trust is our top concern.

We strive to keep reviews honest, trustworthy, and fair.

Doctors can not pay for good reviews, nor can they pay to have negative reviews removed.

We monitor all reviews to ensure they comply with our guidelines and don’t include personal information, profanity, libel, defamation, harassment, obscenity or fraud.

Any reviews that are deemed fraudulent or violate our guidelines will be removed immediately.

All reviews are confirmed and audited before publication, and community members have the ability to flag inappropriate content for further review by our team.

Small Town Friendly
I’ve been going here since 2011 and it’s been my least anxious dental experiences EVER. How many folks enjoy going to dentist?-I do. I’ve never liked it in my past-anxiety prevented me from routinely going to dentist. Not anymore. They explain everything here and put me at ease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Juju – Nov 27, 2024
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Very happy with Dr Glotfelty and assistant Misty!
I would recommend him to all my friends! Bedside manner was excellent. Most informative dentist I have ever had. Appreciate the fact that he only does what is nesessary with least amount of pain! Dental assistant made me feel very comfortable!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
May 23, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Highly Recommend.
Excellent Dentist! Conservative and honest dentist. Makes patients feel not only heard but at ease in the dental chair. Doesn't do unnecessary work and always provides choices by explaining possible outcomes. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 03, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Do NOT come to this dentist. He doesn't listen to his patients and their concerns. I have 2 cavities that could have been prevented if he had listened to me. I've been cavity free my entire life until now, and I take very good care of my teeth. If he had listened to what I had to say initially I would not have to pay for fillings now.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Jun 19, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Dr. Glotfelty is very personable and takes the time to explain procedures (and/or draw pictures), options, and insurance implications. He is concerned about lessening your costs as much as he can. He is gentle and concerned with your comfort. His assistant is very friendly and courteous. The Dental Hygienists are also personable and good at cleaning teeth. The front desk staff is not welcoming and could stand to break out a smile once in awhile. They do seem competent, just not friendly
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Nevada, IA – Nov 09, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Dr Joe and his staff take care of my whole family. All of us are super happy with our care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Carrie Ante in Story City, IA – Oct 14, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Takes the time to explain everything in detail, and offer different suggestions based on individual scenarios. Perfect "bedside" manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 27, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
My husband and I were his patients for past 5 years. We both highly recommend him. He put his patient first. He is kind and trustworthy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mina.R in Champaign, IL – Dec 10, 2016
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?
Very patient, thorough, describing each step of the procedures while he proceeds, a gentle touch, and very considerate of the patient's comfort level at all times, and a good sense of humor. And, he listens, which shows respect and appreciation. He exceeded all of my expectations and calmed my apprehension. His rates are quite reasonable. I am happy to have him as my new primary care dentist, and well worth the drive from Des Moines!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Vic Miiller in Des Moines, IA – Nov 07, 2015
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Glotfelty?

Leave a review

How was your experience with Dr. Glotfelty?

About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Glotfelty, DDS is a dentistry practitioner in Ames, IA.
  • Dentistry

Locations

Practice

Office1226 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010
1