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Cedar Rapids & Marion Orthodontist

Meet Dr.
Alison Ray

Alison Ray, DDS, MS, graduated from Central College in 1998. After graduating from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2002, Dr. Ray served as a dental officer in the United States Navy for three years.

After completing her active duty service, Dr. Ray worked in private practice as a general dentist for nine years. In 2011, she returned to the University of Iowa and earned her Master of Science Degree and Certificate in Orthodontics.

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Board-Certified Orthodontist

She is board-certified by the American Board of Orthodontics and is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. She’s also a member of:

  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • American Dental Association
  • College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics
  • Iowa Dental Association
  • Iowa Society of Orthodontics
  • University District Dental Society

Passionate Hawkeye

Dr. Ray has a passion for Hawkeye athletics. She is especially passionate about Iowa women’s basketball and Hawkeye wrestling.

She also enjoys traveling with her family and watching her kids play sports.

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