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Dr. Craig A Gerken DDS, Orthodontist
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Dr. Craig A Gerken DDS

Orthodontist

5/5(99)
1201 Kiowa Street Ardmore OK, 73401
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Rating

5/5

About

Dr. Craig Gerken practices Orthodontics in Ardmore, OK. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment includes metal wires that are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into desired positions. Being advanced in the field, Dr. Gerken may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Gerken must recognize various characteristics of a malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.

Education and Training

University Of Oklahoma College Of Dentistry D.D.S.

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Invisalign Clear Aligners
  • ITero®
  • Palatal Expanders
  • Retention
  • Orthodontic Headgear

Professional Memberships

  • Professional Member American Association of Orthodontists 
  • Professional Member Oklahoma Dental Association 
  • Professional Member American Dental Association 
  • Professional Member Southwestern Society of Orthodontists 
  • Professional Member Arbuckle Dental Club 

Dr. Craig A Gerken DDS's Practice location

Dr. Craig Gerken, DDS

1201 Kiowa Street -
Ardmore, OK 73401
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New patients: 580-226-8868
Fax: 580-226-4926

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Patient Experience with Dr. Gerken


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Dr. Craig A Gerken DDS has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 99 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Orthodontist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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