Convenient Access from Walcott
Old US 6 carries the first leg between Walcott and north Davenport, and the route brings you to Anderson Dental in about 22 minutes. For anyone who needs a dentist in Walcott, IA, our office offers emergency visits, implant care and routine cleanings with two dentists on staff. Mornings start at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday, which leaves the rest of the day for work, the ballpark or the garden.
Starting from Walcott K-8 School on East James Street, head north on North Blue Grass Road (70th Avenue), then turn east on 200th Street, the historic route of US 6, for about four miles. That road becomes West Kimberly Road on the way into Davenport. Follow the US 6 and US 61 freeway signs for close to six miles, then take US 61 Business (Brady Street and Welcome Way) to 46th Street.
Our address is 141 E 46th St, Davenport, IA 52806, about half a mile north of Kimberly Road near NorthPark Mall. Plan on 13.7 miles and about 22 minutes, with no tolls; the Davenport end of the drive can run slower at rush hour. Open the office in Google Maps for step-by-step directions. Neighbors in Blue Grass and Buffalo also make this trip to see us.
A Railroad Town With Deep Roots, and a Dental Office to Match
Walcott was platted in 1854, just before the first passenger rail line west of the Mississippi helped the town grow. It takes its name from William Walcott, a Chicago and Rock Island Railroad director who gave $500 toward a school building in 1855. Many early settlers came from Schleswig-Holstein in Germany, and that heritage lives on in the sister-city tie with Bredenbek, Germany, formed in 1997.
The town has a habit of looking ahead. In 1897 it became the first rural community in Scott County to build a water system and water tower, and the 1931 building that holds the fire station and city hall still serves both. We try to bring the same long view to dental care: honest advice, sensible plans and careful repairs.
That is the approach our doctors take. They explain what they find, lay out the options and share the cost before any work begins. With about 22 minutes between the school on James Street and our chair, a visit fits comfortably into a morning.
Community life runs on shared traditions, from the annual Walcott Day celebration to quiet afternoons at the Ed Brus Community Gazebo in Welcome Park. The Veterans Memorial there, donated by the local American Legion in 2011, and the pond and wetlands along the Prairie View Park and Heritage Trail give residents plenty of reasons to stay close to home. When a trip out of town is needed, a short, predictable drive makes a difference.
Ballfields, Birthdays and Dental Health Close to Home
Summers here belong to the diamonds. Wescott Park and Victory Park sit a block off Main Street on James Street, home to Little League and the Tri County Men's Fastpitch Softball League, and the town hosts the Iowa Area Fastpitch tournament each June. Fast pitches and hard slides carry a real risk of a chipped or knocked-out tooth. Knowing who to call before the season starts saves precious minutes when it happens.
At the other end of life, the town has a sizable older population: a little more than one in five residents was 65 or older at the 2020 census, and a fair number of seniors live on their own. For them, replacing missing teeth affects eating, speaking and confidence. Planning implants with our GALILEOS 3D imaging gives the team a detailed view before treatment starts.
Many families sit between those two groups, with students at Walcott K-8 School and later Davenport West High School. Clear aligners are one option for older students who need straighter teeth. Our page on Invisalign vs. traditional braces walks through the differences, and a consultation answers the rest.
Core Care for Anyone Needing a Dentist in Walcott, IA
Emergency Dentistry
From a softball to the face to a sudden toothache, urgent problems get same-day emergency exams, evaluation and diagnosis. Calling right away gives you the best chance at a quick plan.
Preventative Dentistry
Cleanings and checkups for players, parents and grandparents alike. Regular visits help us spot cracks, wear and decay before they turn into emergencies.
Dental Implants
Implants replace missing teeth with a fixed post and crown. Dr. Anderson handles both the surgical and restorative stages, and GALILEOS 3D imaging supports the planning.
Sedation Dentistry
For patients who have avoided care because of anxiety, conscious sedation can help a visit feel more manageable. Sedation for anxious patients is one of Dr. Anderson's areas of focus.
Meet Your Davenport Dental Team
Dr. Matthew Anderson belongs to the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Sleep & Breathing Academy. Dr. Andy Brill, DDS, grew up in the Quad Cities and earned his DDS from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2022.
Insurance & Financing
If a tooth breaks and you are new to the practice without insurance, our $49 emergency exam covers a focused exam and treatment recommendations; x-rays are not included. CareCredit, Cherry, Proceed Finance and Sunbit can help with larger plans. We go over every cost before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Anderson Dental from Walcott, and how do I get there?
From Walcott K-8 School, the office is 13.7 miles away, about a 22-minute drive. Go north on Blue Grass Road, east on 200th Street and Kimberly Road, then follow US 6 and US 61 to US 61 Business and 46th Street. Patients who want a dentist in Walcott, IA, with emergency and implant care find it an easy run.
Can Walcott patients get a cleaning early in the day?
Yes, appointments start at 7:00 AM Monday through Thursday. The drive from town takes about 22 minutes, so an early cleaning and exam can be finished with time to spare before most workdays. Booking that first slot ahead of time is the easiest way to keep the visit from cutting into your day.
Is it too late to restore my smile as a senior?
No. Many treatments work well later in life, including crowns, dental implants and All-On-X for a full arch. Dr. Matthew Anderson focuses on comprehensive rehabilitation and implant care, and new patients can start with a free dental implant consultation to talk through what is realistic for their health, their goals and their budget.
Can Walcott retirees have implants planned with 3D imaging?
Yes, our office uses GALILEOS 3D imaging when planning implant care. Dr. Matthew Anderson focuses on implant restorative and surgical care, so the same dentist can guide the whole process. A three-dimensional view gives the team a detailed look at the jaw before treatment begins, which helps when planning where an implant will go.
Can Walcott patients spread the cost of implant treatment over time?
Yes, the practice offers financing through CareCredit, Sunbit, Proceed Finance and Cherry. New patients can also begin with a free dental implant consultation, where the options and costs are laid out before any treatment is scheduled. That gives retirees in town a clear picture before they commit to anything.
Schedule Your Visit from Walcott
Need a dentist in Walcott, IA, for a checkup, an emergency or a missing tooth? Call 563-355-2010 and our team will help you choose a time. Explore all of our communities on the Areas We Serve page, visit our Dentist Davenport, IA homepage, or see local park details on the City of Walcott Parks and Recreation page.