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Dr. Kirsten Karkow

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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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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!
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!
Jeanne C.
The entire staff is wonderful! The information provided about options for orthodontics was thorough. The dentist took her time explaining information and allowing time for questions; she is very personable! The facility is clean and beautiful.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jeanne! We're thrilled that our team made such a positive impact during your visit. It's our priority to provide comprehensive information and a welcoming environment. We look forward to seeing you again!
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!
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.
Gustavo Monroy de la F.
Fue un excelente servicio, todo muy higiénico buena atención al cliente, 100% Recomendado
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our hygienic environment and exceptional customer service. Your recommendation means a lot to us. 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!
Summer F.
Everyone there was so friendly and never made me feel bad or uncomfortable about how bad my teeth are and went over lots of options for my treatment and were very understanding and accepting was just overall amazing definitely made me feel very comfortable
Laura P.
Wow! Excellent experience for our first visit to get my daughter’s braces on! Already so appreciative of the highly professional and friendly staff!
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your positive experience, Laura! We’re thrilled that your daughter's first visit was so enjoyable. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care and a welcoming environment. We look forward to seeing you both again!
Heather E.
Excellent consultation experience. Loved all the information, explanation of Treatment plan and transparent estimate. Super friendly staff and awesome atmosphere of office.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Heather! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent consultation experience. Our team is dedicated to providing clear information and a welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you again!
Kelly N.
Went in for a free consultation and left as happy, first time clients. Brittany, Jennifer and Dr Karkow were all amazing! So kind and helpful and answered all of our questions.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with Brittany, Jennifer, and Dr. Karkow. We look forward to helping you achieve your smile goals!
TK B.
Prompt, easy, courteous, professional, informative, and this is just day 1. Stay tuned…
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear you found our service prompt and professional. We're excited to continue this journey with you—stay tuned for more great experiences ahead!
Brittany S.
Otto Orthodontics has been so welcoming and great with my son. Looking forward to the results.
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!
Lindsay R.
My daughter has her first appointment yesterday and has the most positive experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and gave us all of the information to make getting braces the smoothest process. We feel very informed and prepared should anything go wrong. Our family is very pleased.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Lindsay! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter had a positive experience with our team. We look forward to supporting your family throughout the orthodontic journey!
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  • 1002 Schroeder Creek Blvd.
    Wentzville, MO 63385
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    St. Peters, MO 63376
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  • 1560 Smizer Station Rd.
    Fenton, MO 63026
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  • 12360 Manchester Rd. Ste. 204
    St. Louis, MO 63131
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    Creve Coeur, MO 63141
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