Welcome to Southside Dental Clinic!
Meet the Dentists
Dr. Tae Barto
Dr. Tae Barto completed his undergraduate studies at Briar Cliff University in Sioux City, Iowa. Dr. Barto then attended the University of Iowa College of Dentistry to earn his DDS in 2009. Growing up and living most of his life in Iowa, Dr. Barto always wanted to practice dentistry in his home state. He has been practicing at Southside Dental since 2009. “I feel so fortunate to have made so many great relationships with my patients. I greatly enjoy serving the needs of our community and working with such a talented staff.”
Dr. Brad Melhus
Dr. Brad Melhus attended Coe College in Cedar Rapids where he completed his undergraduate studies. He received his DDS from the University of Iowa College Of Dentistry in 2009. Dr. Melhus has previous dental experience in both private practice and community health before joining Southside Dental Clinic in 2012.
Dr. Kimber Barto
Dr. Kimber Barto completed her undergraduate studies at Central College in Pella, Iowa. She then attended the University of Iowa College of Dentistry to earn her DDS in 2009. Dr. Kimber Barto has lived in the Des Moines area all of her life. She is excited to give back to the community she grew up in by serving her patients’ dental needs.
Dr. Christopher Alley
Dr. Christopher Alley is a central Iowa native. After graduating from high school in 2001, he continued his studies at Iowa State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology. He then traded his cardinal and gold for black and gold and earned his D.D.S. degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2009. Upon graduation, Dr. Alley gained immeasurable experience while practicing for four years as a general dentist at a community health center in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Dr. Alley and his wife, Lindsey, were thrilled to return home in 2013. Their two sons- Reed and Drew- keep them busy, and they are very grateful to be able to raise them in such a friendly and inclusive community.
Dr. Alley enjoys keeping up with new developments and technology in clinical dentistry in order to provide the best possible patient care. In his spare time, he enjoys bicycling, reading, and music.