
Dr. John Mergen Mergen, D.D.S., M.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1215017835
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Dr. John Mergen is a top-ranked orthodontist in Iowa City with over 20 years of experience helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. He graduated second in his class from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry with honors and earned his master's degree in orthodontics, making him a leading expert in his field. Dr. Mergen is recognized as a Top 1% Invisalign provider in North America and has been voted Best Orthodontist in Iowa City for ten years in a row. He offers many treatment options including Invisalign clear aligners, traditional braces, and ceramic braces, and he also specializes in sleep apnea treatment and preventive care to support proper jaw growth and airway development. Dr. Mergen believes great orthodontic care is about much more than straight teeth—he focuses on creating stable bites and amazing smiles while keeping patients comfortable and relaxed, and he's currently accepting new patients.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Iowa College of Dentistry, 1995 (graduated with honors, second in class of 87)
- Master's degree in Orthodontics, University of Iowa College of Dentistry, 1997
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 10/17/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Invisalign aligners
- i-Tero scanner
- Clear ceramic braces
Professional Memberships
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Dental Society
- American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
- American Academy of Prosthodontics
Awards & Recognition
- Top 1% VIP Diamond Plus Invisalign Orthodontist in North America
- Best Orthodontist in Iowa City (voted 2014-2024)
- American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Student Award
- American Academy of Prosthodontics Dentistry Student Award
Beyond the Office
Published author: 'Treatment outcomes of growing Class II Division 1 patients with varying degrees of anteroposterior and vertical dysplasias, Part 2. Profile silhouette evaluation.' American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics 125(4): 457-462, 2004.
Co-author of peer-reviewed publications in American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
Started interest in orthodontics in high school by making retainers in his father's orthodontic practice
Loves spending time with his wife and two boys
Favorite sports: windsurfing, surfing, kiteboarding, wakeboarding, boating, snowboarding, and snowmobiling
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