Hello! I’m Dr. Thomas Stark.

(But please call me Dr. Tom.)

Hello! I’m Dr. Thomas Stark.

(But please call me dr. tom.)

As a seventh grader, I wanted to be invisible.

Painfully shy and insecure about my appearance, it wasn’t until after I got braces that I began to come out of my shell. By the time I was 16 years old, I knew I wanted to make orthodontics my life’s work.

For over three decades, my team and I have helped more than 10,000 people love their smile and gain a confidence they never thought possible. I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve my patients every single day.

When I’m not at the office, I love spending time with my wife and soulmate, Cindy, and catching up with our four grown children, their spouses, and our three adorable grandsons. I enjoy fly fishing, golf, upland bird hunting, and water sports—but I like to say I’m a “permanent beginner.” (I’m just not particularly good at any of them!)

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My Resume

The Less-Exciting Stuff

Education

Bachelor of Science, Iowa State University
Doctorate of Dental Surgery, University of Iowa
Master of Science in Dentistry, Baylor University

Publications, Teaching, and Ongoing Training

Adjunct associate professor at the University of Iowa
Regular participant in local, regional, national and international continuing education opportunities, which allows me to stay in-the-know on the latest innovations in orthodontics
Contributor to Practical Reviews in Orthodontics and the AJODO

Professional Associations

College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
American Board of Orthodontics
American Association of Orthodontists
Midwestern Society of Orthodontists, past president
Iowa Society of Orthodontists, past president
World Federation of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
Iowa Dental Association
Baylor Orthodontic Alumni Association, past president
Smiles Change Lives

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The Stark Smiles Team

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Our team consists of dedicated and friendly team members who are eager to serve you and your family. You can rest assured that our team will treat you and your children like their own. Come on in and say hi!