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Ripley Orthodontics has served Central Indiana since 1988, offering comprehensive orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults.
About Ripley Orthodontics
Dr. Kirk Ripley's practice draws families with several kids in treatment at once and is noted for skipping treatment when it isn't needed.
Reviews often mention Dr. Kirk Ripley's willingness to tell parents when a child doesn't need treatment rather than pushing optional or costly braces. Families with multiple children in care and nervous or anxious patients come up often, with several notes about staff keeping kids calm through long or difficult cases, including one involving a child's disability.
Summary of 41 patient reviews, August 2022–July 2026, updated September 2026
Ripley Orthodontics has served Central Indiana since 1988, offering comprehensive orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults.
The practice provides traditional braces, clear aligners (Invisalign and in-house custom systems), and specialized appliances, utilizing advanced technology including iTero digital scans and 3D imaging.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Ripley Orthodontics provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Ripley Orthodontics uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Kirk Ripley, DDS, MS
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Insurance accepted
6 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 4 months ago
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| The orthodontist | 18 | 0 |
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Recent reviews from Google
I can’t say enough great things about Dr. Ripley and the entire team! From the moment you walk in, everyone is friendly, welcoming, and genuinely goes the extra mile to make every visit a positive experience. Dr. Ripley is one of the things I appreciate most about this practice. He’s honest, straightforward, and takes the time to explain everything without trying to overcomplicate things. You always know you’re getting advice that’s in your child’s best interest. My daughter has had an amazing experience here, and it’s clear the staff truly cares about their patients. If you’re looking for an orthodontist who combines exceptional care with an incredible team, I highly recommend this office!
Best orthodontist office!!! ALL the girls are sooo sweet, the office, the Dr, from Beginning to end ( my son had 2yrs with them for braces) I have zero complaints and couldn’t be more happy with their work!! Highly recommend.
Dr. Ripley and his whole staff are amazing. They all work together to keep my young patient calm and happy. The waiting room is very inviting and the whole place is quite organized and clean. My 11 yr old daughter has been going through treatment on a very hard case for over 3 yrs and just about every employee has had contact with her and her sidekick, Pixie, her stuffed unicorn that accompanies her at every visit. The one time she forgot Pixie, everyone asked about where she was and made sure my daughter was doing okay without her trusty friend. This office feels like home. We are basically done with the 1st stage of her treatment but she continues to be seen to maintain her corrections until phase 2 begins when she loses the rest of her baby teeth. I have recommended Dr. Ripley to all my friends that have children that need orthodontic treatment.
I couldn't be happier with my treatment and results! I wore clear bracket braces for about 2 years to correct my bite and straighten my teeth a bit. I was finished in 2014 and I still love my results! I highly recommend Dr. Ripley and his team to my family and friends!
Love, Love, Love Dr. Ripley and his staff. My kids have grown up in the dental world (I work in a dental practice) and they treat their office just like "home". Makes my heart smile. They are all so kind and happy. My kids always loved going in for their appointments. If you want an amazing orthodontist....look no where else! Dr. Ripley does a fantastic job.
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