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!

Chelsea H.

My braces were applied back in August and I had my first adjustment visit a few days ago. I’m so happy that I was referred to this orthodontic practice. My experiences from my initial consultation to the recent appointment have been absolutely superb. Everything was explained to me and any questions or concerns that I have had were answered. All of the ladies from the phone line to office staff are amazing! They return calls within a reasonable time, also a messaging line is available that you can text instead of a phone call. As someone who has had horrible experiences with dental offices as an adult, walking into this office I know that my teeth are in good hands. The excellent staff helps take some of the anxiety out of the visits and any concerns or issues that have arisen since the application of the braces. The financing process was easy with a reasonable payment plan over the course of 18months. There is a portal that you can make extra payments or simply keep track of your account. I recommend Otto Orthodontics to anyone considering braces for themselves or their kids. If google had more than 5 stars I’d give them all available stars. I’m looking forward to the smile that I’ll have at the end.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Chelsea! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experiences with our team. Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. We look forward to seeing your beautiful smile!

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!

Lauren K.

Very thorough in the explanation of each step of the service. They really made my 8yr old feel comfortable!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the positive feedback. We are honored to serve each and every one of our patients!

Janet B.

I had a wire that poked a little bit into my cheek. They were able to get me in and replaced the wire the same day. Kaitlyn was super nice and got me in and out really quick.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Janet! We're thrilled to hear that Kaitlyn provided you with quick and friendly service. Your comfort is our priority, and we're glad we could assist you the same day.

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!

Laetitia G.

Carl and Olivia both had a great visit at Otto Orthodontics. Carl’s first time getting braces went very smoothly, and Olivia did great on her second visit as well. Thank you for taking such good care of them!

Liz H.

We love Otto! Friendly staff, modern office, flexible scheduling, and great incentive program for patients.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Liz! We're thrilled to hear you love our friendly staff and modern office. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent care.

Jacob M.

We have two kids in braces at Dr. Otto's practice in Wentzville. The staff is amazing and my kids always enjoy their visits.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Jacob! We're thrilled to hear that your kids enjoy their visits. Our team is dedicated to providing a positive experience for all our patients. We appreciate your support!

Lindsey E.

Scheduling was made very easy, staff were all very friendly and welcoming, office was very clean, upbeat and overall a wonderful atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lindsey! We're thrilled to hear you had a positive experience with our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you again at Otto Orthodontics!

Kelly P.

They took suck good care with my son getting his braces on. They answered all of his questions and taught him how to take care of them.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your son felt well cared for during his braces appointment. Our team is always here to support and educate our patients.

Jordan G.

very knowledgeable, friendly staff, welcoming and patient. Excellent customer service!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jordan! We appreciate your kind words about our knowledgeable and friendly staff. Providing excellent customer service is our priority, and we're glad you felt welcomed during your visit.

Hannah B.

I appreciate Dr. Otto’s orthodontic expertise and customized plan to finalize my Invisalign treatment. She and her team are very friendly, time efficient, and take time to answer my questions. They work really well with my dental sensitivity and each visit I leave feeling well cared for and thankful for their excellent treatment. My kids also see Dr. Otto for their orthodontic treatment- We are all smiles about their care and cannot recommend them enough!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Hannah, for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Dr. Otto and the team. Your family's smiles are our top priority, and we appreciate your recommendation!

Michael S.

Excellent service and professional care. I’m extremely pleased with my experience at Otto Orthodontics and highly recommend them!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michael, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent experience at Otto Orthodontics. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you again!

Anna W.

We love Otto! Our oldest daughter just got her braces off in August and our youngest got them on today. We have had a great experience!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Anna! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experiences with us. Congratulations to your daughter on her braces journey! We look forward to continuing to support your family’s orthodontic needs.

Kym M.

Kind and friendly staff. I so appreciated not being the only adult getting treatment here!!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kym! We're delighted to hear you had a positive experience with our team. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all our patients. Looking forward to seeing you again!

Dr. Kirsten Karkow

otto-matic confidence in every smile