Dr. Kirsten Karkow

otto-matic confidence in every smile

Dr. Kirsten Karkow

Orthodontist

I love orthodontics. It’s a science and an art, and I’m proud to be in this field. Designing and creating gorgeous smiles is an artistic outlet for me, and I love working with all kinds of people to create their best smiles and watch their confidence grow. It doesn’t matter how complex the case is. We can do this, together.

Education

Early Acceptance into Dental School
Doctor of Dental Surgery — University of Iowa
Master of Science & Certificate in Orthodontics — Marquette University
Serves on the St. Louis Children’s Hospital Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Team Under the Division of Plastic Surgery

Personal

I grew up in Manchester, Iowa, in a big family. My husband, Nick, and I now live in Webster Groves with our daughters, Ava and Knox, and love the community there. I love hanging out with family, exploring the STL food scene, being active, and practicing pretty much any type of art.

Experience Our

5-Star Care

Check out what patients have to say about their 5-star experience with our amazing team. We can’t wait to provide you and your family with the same quality of care!

Jeff D.

Very well run practice with friendly, caring service. Easy to see why Otto Orthodontics is so successful.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jeff, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you appreciate our friendly service. Our team is dedicated to providing the best care, and your feedback motivates us to keep excelling.

Melissa

I have been in invisalign treatment with this office for 2 years now. They are always professional, kind, and on point with all of their appointments. They are thorough and make sure you don't leave without addressing the next steps. 10/10 recommend them.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Melissa! We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to continuing to support your journey!

Kelly H.

Very thorough exam and explanation of benefits and care plan! We love the energy of OTTO. My children love it as do I.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear that you and your children enjoyed the thorough exam and care plan. Our team is dedicated to creating a positive experience for all our patients. We appreciate your support!

SALLY S.

Can’t say enough great things about Otto! Everything is done to the highest quality.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sally! Your kind words about the quality of our work truly motivate our team. We're committed to providing excellent service, and we're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us!

Sara S.

We love Otto Ortho! Myself and two of my daughters have had braces through the practice, and everyone there has been wonderful to work with. We highly recommend the Wentzville location.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sara! We're thrilled to hear that you and your daughters have had such a positive experience with us. Your recommendation means a lot, and we look forward to continuing to assist you all!

Ashley F.

Staff were extremely friendly! The team knew what they were doing, open to answering any questions I had. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ashley! We're thrilled to hear you had a positive experience with our friendly team. Your recommendations mean a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

S M.

We are so excited for this journey! Otto Orthodontics has made everything so smooth and has such excellent knowledge! All of the Staff has been FANTASTIC!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, S! We're thrilled to hear you're excited about your journey with us. Our team strives to provide excellent service, and your feedback truly motivates us. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Alicia J.

Dr Roland and all of the girls were so sweet, personable, professional, knowledgeable, and experienced! I will definitely be back for all of my ortho needs.

Response from the owner:Alicia, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you felt welcomed and cared for by our team. We look forward to assisting you with your orthodontic needs in the future!

Jenna P.

The ladies at Otto were all so nice, it felt like I was talking to old friends more than doctors! I felt so welcomed!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Jenna! It’s fantastic to hear that our team made you feel so comfortable and welcomed. We look forward to seeing you again at Otto Orthodontics!

Sandy L.

Great experience getting an Invisalign setup today! The whole process was easy, painless and very professional. Then entire staff is friendly and engaging, especially Dr. Otto!

Macii P.

Everyone was so friendly which made the whole process so much smoother and less scary for my son. Would highly recommend Otto Orthodontics.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! It's great to hear that our team's friendliness made the experience easier for your son. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back!

Dave B.

Dr. Otto is awesome! My daughter had a great experience here. Everyone was kind, patient, and made the whole process way less stressful than expected. Highly recommend

Response from the owner:Thank you, Dave! We're thrilled to hear your daughter had a positive experience at our office. Our team strives to create a welcoming environment, making visits enjoyable and stress-free for all our patients. Your recommendation means a lot!

Tyler S.

I’ve never been to an orthodontist before and my experience with Otto Orthodontics was amazing. They far exceeded my expectations. The staff is so friendly starting with the front desk. The place was so vibrant and fun. My consultation with Ashley went better than I would have imagined. She was the perfect mix of professionalism and personable. I felt really comfortable going over the plan and I felt like I could talk with her forever. Dr. Roland was so nice and made me feel really comfortable and optimistic about my future smile. She gave me options to weigh as well as informed me on what she thinks would be the best route. Getting mouth work done can be stressful but this place is amazing and I’m so glad I pulled the trigger to check them out and can’t wait for to have the smile that I’ve always dreamed of. Thank you Otto Orthodonics!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Tyler! We're thrilled to hear that your experience exceeded expectations. Our team is dedicated to making every visit enjoyable and informative. We look forward to helping you achieve your dream smile!

Nicholas R.

Always a great experience! Friendly staff and they are able to get you in and out for your appointment pretty quick.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Nicholas! We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience with our team. Quick appointments and friendly service are our top priorities. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Jordan P.

We went to Otto ortho for a second opinion. My daughter(12yrs) was so impressed by the staff and I couldn’t be happier that they matched the other quote that we will be seeing them for the next 2+ years!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Jordan! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter felt comfortable with our team and that we could provide a competitive quote. We look forward to supporting her smile journey!

Dr. Kirsten Karkow

otto-matic confidence in every smile