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Dr. Kirsten Karkow

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Dr. Kirsten Karkow

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.

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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!

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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!
Jessy H.
Dr. Karkow and staff were absolutely amazing with our little cleft cutie! Everyone was so awesome and accommodating for such a young ortho patient!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Dr. Karkow and our team made your experience so positive. We look forward to continuing to provide exceptional care for your little one!
Barry P.
Dr. Larkin and his team are awesome. What a great experience. I did not know what to expect. The team was very professional and so helpful.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with Dr. Larkin and our team. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to seeing you again!
Jacita M.
Tammy, the orthodontist and the lady that worked on my mouth were all super amazing 🔥❤️❤️❤️
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with Tammy and our team. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we appreciate your kind words!
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.
Anne K.
I can’t say enough about how incredible our first experience was with Dr. Otto and her stellar team. Her team made my kids feel so at ease and excited to be there! Dr. Otto was so thorough going over my twins treatment plan. Dr. Otto
is so knowledgeable and her passion for providing the highest care was very evident! The practice is beautiful and she invests in her patients with the best in class technology! We couldn’t be more thrilled to start our twins orthodontic journey with Dr. Otto! Thank Dr. Otto and team for a remarkable experience!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Anne, for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled that Dr. Otto and our team were able to create a comfortable environment for your twins. Your trust in us for their orthodontic journey means so much!
Rachel B.
Very friendly and informative about procedures and upfront pricing. Ease and availability of scheduling appointments.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rachel, for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you found our team friendly and informative. We strive to make scheduling easy and transparent for all our patients. Looking forward to seeing you again!
Brooklyn H.
My son is starting his Braces journey with Otto. The staff has all been very kind and patient with him 😊
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your son is starting his braces journey with us. Our team's kindness and patience are essential in making this experience positive. We look forward to supporting you both!
Amber R.
Adilyn got her lower Braces today!!🤩😃 Just in time for school to start. Thank you Nichole for your super great work with Adilyn! 👏🏻 Ok, this is so old. I am just adding to this post as the newest update is Adilyn is doing great! Kylie is Amazing!! Smile is looking great! Thank you Kylie & Dr. Larkin!!!
Thank you again!!! Amazing visit 🤩🤗
Response from the owner:Thanks Amber!
Gina S.
Dr. Larkin is the best! His attention to detail is unmatched. He focuses on dental health and beauty. The staff is also so nice and fun!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Gina! We're thrilled you found Dr. Larkin's attention to detail and our team's friendliness exceptional. Your smile is our priority, and we appreciate your kind words!
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!
Destinie E.
My daughter started going to OTTO this year and we are so happy with our experience. The staff were very welcoming and helpful with our questions and making sure she was comfortable. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter is enjoying her time with us. Our team is dedicated to providing a comfortable experience for all our patients. We appreciate your recommendation!
Dana A.
Every single person that works there is kind and caring! They are so welcoming! This is an incredibly special place!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Dana! We’re thrilled to hear that our team made you feel welcomed and cared for. Your kind words inspire us to continue providing exceptional service.
Kyle S.
I’ve been trying to get Invisalign for a while. My regular dentist office has gave me the run around and the one ortho I met with prior gave lack luster service.

Saw an Otto Orthodontics ad online and figured I’ll give it a shot. I was able to get scheduled within 3 days of inquiring and within my first hour long consult I knew they would take care great of me.

Very easy process to begin and better payment options than the competitors. I look forward to beginning treatment in the next few weeks!

Thanks!
Response from the owner:Hi Kyle! It was great seeing you today.. we are so excited to exceed your expectations! Congratulations again on your upcoming transformation - we are thrilled to be apart of it!
C B.
Everything was explained very thoroughly and the exam was very fast for my son’s first time being at an orthodontist! They all were so friendly 🩷we got all our questions answered and my son felt better after hearing the braces would not hurt 😊
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your son felt comfortable during his first visit and that our team was able to address all your questions. We appreciate your trust in us!
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