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Doctors & Staff

At Dentistry at Somerset we take great pride in our quality staff. Each member of our team is dedicated to making patients feel relaxed and at-home while in our office.

Our exceptional clinical skills, coupled with our commitment to provide personalized one-to-one care, makes patients feel more comfortable and relaxed than they ever thought possible.

After reading the doctors' bios below, please be sure to click the link at the bottom of the page to meet the rest of our team. We look forward to seeing you.




Dr. Paul Readhead, DDS, Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry

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Dr. Paul Readhead is known locally and regionally for his extensive knowledge and treatment of TMJ/TMD disorders. He has helped patients suffering from facial pain and TMJ/TMD for over 25 years. Dr. Readhead knows and understands how debilitating this condition can be, and is passionate about helping those suffering from it.

Dr. Readhead is continually looking to improve the level of service for his patients. In 2000, he moved his practice from Duff Avenue to its current Somerset location to do just that. Dr. Readhead is committed to keeping up with the rapid changes and advancements happening in dentistry today.

Dr. Readhead and his wife, Marsha, have two grown sons, Justin and Adam. He enjoys pheasant hunting, camping and tending to prairie land.

"We are our patients' partners in maintaining their smiles for a lifetime."




Dr. Jason Niegsch, DDS

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Dr. Jason Niegsch's warm, genuine personality and excellent clinical skills help young and old alike feel confident and comfortable in his dental chair. Dr. Niegsch provides comprehensive family dental care, and has special interest in areas of cosmetic dentistry and dental implants.

He's been practicing for nearly ten years, and for Dr. Niegsch, dentistry is an art. To apply the most advanced treatment for his patients, Dr. Niegsch continues his post-doctural education with Dr. John Kois, of Seattle, WA, a worldwide leader in dentistry.

Before partnering with Dr. Readhead, Dr. Niegsch spent three years as an active duty dentist in the U.S. Navy. Dr. Niegsch received his doctorate and undergraduate degrees from the University of Iowa.

Dr. Niegsch lives in Ames with his wife, Marcie, and their two-year-old son, Charlie. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys all sports.

"I feel it is an honor to be trusted with the care of our patients and I do not take this responsibility lightly. Thanks for allowing me to be your dentist, it is truly a privilege."


Meet Our Team

Dentistry at Somerset
Dr. Paul Readhead / Dr. Jason Niegsch
2720 Stange Road / Somerset Village / Ames, IA 50010
(p) 515/268-0516 or 877/232-4994