A DENTAL TEAM THAT TRULY CARES

About Us

When it comes to family dental services, experience counts. Morningside Dental is proud to be a small but progressive family-owned practice in Sioux City, Iowa, where we know our patients…and our patients know us.

We’re committed to providing you and your family with the best possible dental experience.
Our mission? Quality dentistry. Christian values. Exceptional care.

Dental team at Morningside Dental

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Dr. Richard Clark, Founder of Morningside Dental

Our Story

Morningside Dental was founded in Sioux City, Iowa, in 1976 by Dr. Richard Clark and his wife, Barb. Dr. Clark brought Dr. Charles (Chip) Kiple on board in 1995 and they shared a business partnership along with a strong friendship until Dr. Clark’s unexpected death in 2004. Today Dr. Kiple and his team uphold the exceptional legacy of Morningside Dental’s founder by ensuring it’s a place, as Dr. Clark liked to say, “where patients send their friends.”

Our Staff

Our caring and highly qualified staff is like a second family…and their first priority is YOU…

Bottom line? You’re more than a mouth to us.

Dr. Chip Kiple, Dentist at Morningside Dental

Dr. Charles (Chip) Kiple

Joined Morningside Dental in 1995. Dr. Kiple earned his bachelor’s and D.D.S. from the University of Iowa, and he is originally from Ottumwa, Iowa, but has lived in the Siouxland area since 1995. He and his wife, Shari Zenor Kiple, have two adult daughters and a son who is in high school. What does he enjoy most about being a dentist? “I get to help people keep their smiles, and I love seeing patients on a regular basis and hearing about their lives.”

Shirley Miller, Office Manager at Morningside Dental

Shirley Miller

Part of the team since 1990. Shirley attended Nettleton Business College and shares this about her work at Morningside Dental: “We are family, we enjoy connecting with our patients, and we share the ups and downs of everyday life.” She and husband Buster have a blended family with 12 children and lots of grandchildren, two dogs, four horses, and a cat. Shirley loves trying new recipes…so bring yours in!

Natasha Curtin, Receptionist at Morningside Dental

Natasha Curtin

Joined Morningside Dental in early 2016. Originally from Akron, Tasha shares this about being on the team: “We are like one big family here! I haven’t ever had a job where I enjoy coming to work like this. It’s a great environment!” She and husband Brad have two daughters. Tasha’s hero is her father, who fought cancer for 16 years. “He never showed weakness from it,” she says, “but he lost his battle when I was 15.”

Vicky Yeska, Dental Assistant at Morningside Dental

Vicky Yeska

Part of the team since 1981. Vicky completed dental assistant training at Western Iowa Tech and says this about working at Morningside Dental: “It’s a great place to be. One of the best things is laughing with my coworkers!” Originally from South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, and California, Vicky and her family now live in Sioux City. She and her husband Bill have an adult daughter who is married.
Sally Satterwhite, Dental Assistant at Morningside Dental

Sally Satterwhite

Joined Morningside Dental in 2021. Sally completed dental assistant training and expanded certifications from Western Iowa Tech. She was blessed to work with her father for the last 17 years of his 50-year career as a dentist. Sally grew up in Moville and lives there today with husband Lowell; she has an adult son and a daughter who is in high school. An avid crafter, Sally created our team’s “Morningside Dental” t-shirts.

Erin Lange, Dental Hygienist at Morningside Dental

Erin Lange

Part of the Morningside Dental team since 1982. Originally from Springfield, S.D., Erin earned her A.A. and B.S. in dental hygiene from the University of South Dakota. She and husband Steve have three adult daughters and four grandchildren. An experienced seamstress and costume designer, Erin shares her talent with countless area dance studios, dance teams, and show choirs.
Angie Hanson, Dental Hygienist at Morningside Dental

Angie Hanson

Joined Morningside Dental in 1998. Angie earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of South Dakota and is originally from Elk Point, S.D., where she still lives today. She and husband Scott have three sons and two dogs. About her work at Morningside Dental, she shares: “Our team members are more than coworkers. They are family!”
Shelly Sargisson-Hennen, Dental Hygienist at Morningside Dental

Shelly Sargisson-Hennen

Former Morningside Dental hygienist who returned in 2015. Shelly is originally from the Salix area and earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa. Her family includes husband Ed, two adult daughters, a son who is in high school, and several horses, dogs, and cats. Shelly loves the awesome patients at Morningside Dental and strives to live by these words: Smile, laugh, and love a lot every day.

Have you had a positive experience with our caring and friendly team members? Let us know!

Office Hours:

Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
or by appointment

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