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!

Kristal T.

We just started the process of getting my grandson’s braces on but so far we are impressed with the timely appointments and friendly staff.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you're pleased with our staff and appointment scheduling. We look forward to continuing to support your grandson's orthodontic journey.

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!

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!

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!

Yvonne K.

Otto Orthodontists did an amazing job on my Granddaughter’s teeth. The appliance and braces helped and her teeth are beautiful! So happy my daughter chose Otto Ortho.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Yvonne! We're thrilled to hear about your granddaughter's beautiful smile. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care, and we're glad your family chose us. We appreciate your kind words!

Brian Dawson R.

The staff is amazing and welcoming! Our daughter has had a great experience on braces with Otto.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Brian! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter had a great experience with our team. We look forward to continuing to provide excellent care!

Kelly G.

I love Otto! All my kids have gone here and we’ve all had an amazing experience. The staff is friendly and caring.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear that you and your kids have had such positive experiences at Otto Orthodontics. Our team is dedicated to providing friendly and caring service. We appreciate your support!

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!

KERRI F.

Third child to get braces with Dr. Otto & as always, she and her team are just tremendous!! Cannot recommend them enough🙌🏼!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Kerri! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family have had such positive experiences with Dr. Otto and our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

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!

Tabitha R.

Dr. Otto and her team are amazing! As a single parent, her and her team have made it affordable for both of my kids to have braces. That alone shows such kindness, compassion, and selflessness. Every time we are at their office, it always feels so warm and welcoming. I would truly recommend them to anybody. There is a good energy in the office. It’s a real team! I love Dr. Otto and her group.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your kids feel welcomed and supported at our office. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to seeing you again!

Lauren W.

We love Otto Orthodontics! All of the staff is so nice and knowledgeable. They stay on top of appointments and are always so helpful!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lauren! We appreciate your kind words about our team. It's wonderful to hear that you find our staff knowledgeable and helpful. We look forward to continuing to serve you!

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!

Madilyn S.

This place is amazing! First time getting braces and it was so fun! Everyone here is so nice and kind and I feel very welcome!

Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your first experience with braces was enjoyable and that our team made you feel so welcome. We look forward to seeing you again!

Paige D.

So clean! And everyone was so friendly!! They definitely made the beginning of this new adventure a great experience!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Paige! We're thrilled to hear you had a positive experience with our team. Your kind words about our cleanliness and friendliness mean a lot. We look forward to supporting you on your orthodontic journey!

Dr. Kirsten Karkow

otto-matic confidence in every smile