Kirkpatrick and Lai Orthodontics has been a family practice since 1960 when Dr. Reuben Kirkpatrick started the practice. In 1986, Dr. Tom Kirkpatrick joined his father in practice followed by Dr. Doug Kirkpatrick in 1993. Dr. Joe Lai joined the Kirkpatrick brothers in practice in 1999.




All three doctors received doctorate degrees from the University of Oklahoma in Dentistry and a Masters of Science in Orthodontics. They are all members of the American Association of Orthodontists, the Southwestern Society of Orthodontists, and the Tulsa County Dental Society. Dr. Tom and Dr. Doug have both served as the president of the Tulsa County Dental Society. The doctors all enjoy outdoor sports such as hunting and fishing. They also enjoy golfing and spending time with their families.



Drs. Tom, Doug and Joe strive to provide orthodontic care in the most gentle, efficient and caring manner. They are always willing to listen, accommodate and adapt to their patients' needs.

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