Lice is making the rounds at our Des Moines school, when should we get checked?

As soon as you hear about an exposure, not after symptoms appear. Itching is not always the first sign, and lice can be present for a week or two before a child notices anything. Getting a professional screening early -- before the situation escalates -- is the most efficient approach. The Des Moines clinic offers same-day scheduling and serves families across the metro area.

Is there anything special about how lice spread in colder months?

Not biologically, but in Des Moines winters, kids spend more time indoors and in closer quarters than they do in warmer months. More indoor togetherness means more head-to-head contact and more opportunity for lice to spread. It is not uncommon for cases to come in clusters after school breaks or extended time at home.

How long does a treatment session usually take?

Most appointments take between 60 and 90 minutes. Hair length and density are the main variables. Families can ask about expected timing when booking so they can plan around their schedule.

Do you offer any guarantees?

Yes. The Signature AirAllé treatment includes a 30-day re-treatment policy. If live lice are found within that window and aftercare steps were followed, we’ll provide an additional treatment at no charge. The Express treatment and the comb-out option do not include this policy, which is worth considering when choosing a service level.

Can I bring my whole family in at once, or do we need separate appointments?

Multiple family members can be seen during the same appointment. Given that lice spread through household contact, checking and treating everyone at the same time, rather than staggering visits, is more efficient and reduces the chance of re-exposure between treated and untreated family members. Call or book online and indicate how many people will be coming.

Same-day appointments · Lice-free in 1 hour

Lice Clinics of America - Des Moines

We offer FDA-cleared AirAllé^® treatments with a 99%+ success rate and more than 1 million treatments performed.

6900 University Avenue – Suite 120, Des Moines, IA 50324

Closed today

4.9Google reviews

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The first step

Screening

Our clinicians will carefully inspect the hair and scalp. If an active case of head lice is confirmed and a treatment plan is chosen using the AirAllé medical device, the screening fee is waived. Because lice spread quickly through a household, it is very important that all family members are checked once an active case has been confirmed.

Most effective option

Signature AirAllé^®

This is our most popular and effective lice treatment option. It is a 3-step process which includes a 30-minute AirAllé^® treatment, a thorough comb-out to remove the dead lice and eggs and an oil application. With a success rate of over 99%, we know you will leave lice free with no follow-up needed. Ask about our guarantee!

Budget-minded

Express AirAllé^®

This option includes a 30-minute AirAllé^®treatment. Receive a professional heated air treatment, and then completing additional combing and oil applications at home.

Lice Treatment Prices in Des Moines

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screening

$25.00/person

Credited toward treatment if positive

signature airallé

$175.00/person

Heated-air & combing • Active Rinse • Guaranteed

Express Treatment

$140.00/person

Heated-air • Active Rinse

Lice Protection Plan

$9.95/person

Add-on after treatment

What Des Moines Families Say

4.9Google reviews • Part of a network with 20,000+ five-star reviews

The experience my daughter and I had was great!!! The knowledge that was given to us and the fellowship were beyond what we expected. Thank you so much for making my daughter feel comfortable and for such kind words throughout the visit!!!

Carlotta Woods

3 months ago

Would recommend them to everyone. They were able to get us in immediately. The owner helped my daughter this morning. She was very informative, kind and just a sweet person to talk to.

Jessica Lynn

6 months ago

This place is a lifesaver. I have super thick hair and Jaimi was very knowledgeable, calm and comforting. She went through my hair and we had a plan for whatever the outcome. This is a wonderful business. If you need to use it, I suggest going here. I had to bring my son and he was able to play while I was being treated.

Heather Kochem

a year ago

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From your Lice Clinic at Des Moines

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Lice Protection Plan

Lice Treatment in Des Moines

My journey into this business began with my own experience with lice. With a background in cosmetology and experience as a lice-treatment technician, I realized how much I enjoy helping families through a stressful and emotional time.

I remember the fear, uncertainty, and frustration of searching for answers and a solution I could trust. That experience inspired me to find a product and company built on integrity, compassion, and a genuine desire to help families. I found it with our FDA cleared AirAlle’ Signature treatment. Freedom in just 1.5 hours!

When my bosses offered me the opportunity to acquire the business, I knew it was something special. They were wonderful to work for and had built something with Lice Clinics of America, that I truly believed in. Saying yes was a leap of faith, and I’m grateful my husband took it with me. His support means so much as we begin this adventure together.

I’m also thankful for the fellow owners who have welcomed and supported us. My goal is to turn an experience that once brought me fear into one that brings reassurance, compassion, and hope to every family we serve in Des Moines, Iowa.

Tried Solving at Home?

Wondering why you still have lice if you’ve tried treating on your own? It’s all about the eggs! Despite over-the-counter products claiming that they can kill lice and eggs, there’s nothing on the market that can penetrate the lice eggshell.

Unless all lice AND EGGS are eradicated, the lice infestation will continue. If even one egg is missed, the cycle doesn’t end.

Hours & Location

Monday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Monday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday	7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday	Closed

Payment Options

We provide many options and solutions to make lice removal affordable.

Cash

Debit or Credit Card

HSA or FSA

Insurance

(reimbursement)

Medicaid

(discount)

CareCredit

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Questions about our Des Moines clinic

Where is the Des Moines lice clinic, and is there parking?

Finding us is easy! We’re located just north of the 8th Street exit (Exit 3) off I-235, marked “73rd–8th Street,” in the Windsor Heights/West Des Moines area.

Our address is 6900 University Avenue, Suite 120, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, at the corner of University Avenue and 70th Street. You’ll see Bankers Trust facing the building.

For easy access, enter through the south entrance next to Liberty Tax. Once inside, you’ll find us in Suite 120. We look forward to seeing you!

Does everyone in my family need to be checked for lice?

Yes! We strongly recommend having everyone in the household checked when one person has lice. People can have lice without knowing it, since symptoms may take several weeks to appear. Checking everyone at the same time helps find any other infestations before lice has a chance to keep circulating through the household. Our 30-day guarantee also requires all household members to be checked and anyone who has lice to be treated.

Do you treat both children and adults?

Yes! We treat both children and adults at our Des Moines clinic. We see everyone from little kids to adults, and our technicians are experienced in working with all ages, hair lengths, and hair textures.

How long does a lice treatment appointment take?

Most appointments take about an hour from start to finish. Our Signature AirAllé® treatment is designed to take care of the lice and eggs in one visit, so you can get back to your normal routine without spending days or weeks combing, re-treating, and constantly cleaning at home. Very long, thick, or heavily infested hair may take a little longer, very rarely is there an additional charge. For most families, it’s about an hour with us instead of weeks dealing with lice on your own.

What should I bring to my lice treatment appointment?

Please arrive with clean, dry, tangle-free hair and avoid putting hair products in before your visit. Wear a shirt you don’t mind tossing in the wash when you get home and bring your insurance card if you plan to request reimbursement.

We have toys, books, iPads, and other electronic entertainment for the kids, but feel free to bring your own! The heated-air portion of the treatment feels like a warm massage on your head, so adults tend to close their eyes and relax while the kids usually keep busy playing on phones and iPads.

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