Experience
We've been serving Columbia for over 44 years and have created thousands of beautiful smiles!
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Welcome to
Ries + Maerz
Ries + Maerz
Orthodontics
Your Orthodontic Experts
Choosing the right orthodontist is an important decision. To help you make the best choice for you, we invite you to read through the following information about us. A beautiful smile is one of the greatest investments you will ever make, and we understand it is a very big decision. A beautiful smile is one of the most attractive characteristics of any person, and it can increase self-esteem and confidence.
Why Choose Us?
Invisalign Leader
Our doctors have completed the most Invisalign cases of any orthodontic specialist in Columbia, MO.
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Adults Welcome
Over 30% of our patients are adults. Our patients range from 7 to 77 years of age. You are never too old to consider the benefits of orthodontic treatment.
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See Our ReviewsKristi Schlegel
★★★★★ Excellent orthodontists, staff, service, and environment. They made my child and our family feel at home and at ease. Very easy to work with. They take their time and explain everything thoroughly!
John Wampler
Highly recommend this place! Their customer service and front desk staff are rock solid, very professional and knowledgeable, and friendly. Every time I call they are knowledgeable and eager to help answer or resolve my question. Dr. Ries is off...
Bev Crawford
My son had a wonderful experience and his teeth look amazing! He gets compliments all the time. All of the staff was so friendly and upbeat. We always enjoyed our visits!!
Lindsey Sontheimer
I highly recommend Ries and Maerz Orthodontics. The staff is friendly and I am very happy with my results.
Jessica Branstetter
Great place with wonderful staff. Love the results my kids have received from orthodontic treatment.
Linda Heck
As an older patient (almost 70), I sincerely appreciated their professionalism and that they made me a part of the treatment plan, thoroughly explaining everything before and during. Their facilities are great and methods are cutting edge. Wish I could...
Jessica Chandlee
My son started Orthodontic care with Dr. Ries at the beginning of this year and so far our experience has been great. Dr. Ries and all of the staff are always friendly and helpful! Would definitely recommend them to others!
William Tharp
An amazing, friendly, and professional staff!! Sure wish I had this place as an option when I had all of my work done!! Everyone is extremely knowledgeable and down to earth with the explanation of work needed and care that...
Kim Ray
My experience with this office was awesome. Dr. Ries, Dr. Robinson, and their entire staff were very professional and truly concerned about me and my treatment. I would highly recommend this office.
Jacob R.
Great friendly people. They were very professional throughout my braces process. Definitely from what I’ve heard the best place to do braces in Mid Missouri!
Melody Nagel
My son had an excellent experience at Robinson & Ries. The staff was very friendly and always willing to answer any questions we had. My son got his braces off last week in just over a years time. We could...
Hailey Salmons
Just got my braces on today, and let me tell you, it was a quick pain free experience! Dr. Ries and his staff are excellent at what they do!
Nick W.
Very friendly and does everything they can do to keep your teeth healthy and to keep you out of those braces. Love them!! Would totally recommend this place!
Esther Onufreychuk
I highly recommend Robinson & Ries Orthodontics. The doctors and staff are incredibly understanding and helpful. I am glad I chose them to transform my teeth into exactly what I’d hoped they’d look like.
Elizabeth Dube
My daughter just had her braces taken off this morning after 27 months. Her teeth look beautiful. Dr. Ries also performed a gingivectomy and frenectomy because of her thick gums and it also went really well with very little pain...
Taylor Jo
They make you feel like you’re in good hands and that they’ll do anything to make your teeth as perfect as possible!
Chelsea Otten
I am thrilled with my results after my 18-month treatment at Robinson & Ries Orthodontics! As an adult making a commitment to a second round of braces, I had a lot of questions and concerns. From my very first consultation...
Hope H.
My teeth are more beautiful than I ever imagined! Everyone here was so nice and they took such great care of me. Every visit was fun and memorable.
Chris Heimsoth
Ries + Maerz Orthodontics exceeded our expectations and my daughter Hope looked forward to every visit because everyone is so nice! Margie & Denise bring me coffee, Lexi has good taste in music, Robbyn is so fun — everyone here...
Amy Boyd
Robinson & Ries Orthodontics is exactly what they say they are–Outstanding! My son’s smile is perfect and my daughter’s will be soon. Every visit to the office is enjoyable and efficient. The Docs and staff know their jobs well. We’ve...
Kathi Oster
Trust me, this is the place you are looking for if you need orthodontics. We have had 4 family members go through braces, all with Dr. Robinson and Dr. Ries. The doctors and assistants are all highly competent, thorough, and...
Patricia Beasley
“I have 2 daughters in braces so far and 1 to go. This staff has been exceptionally friendly, and accommodating to the girls’ school schedule. Their treatment is coming along great compared to where they started and the amount of...
Ross
“My expectations were completely blown out of the water. At every appointment I could always expect friendly service, smiling faces, and sometimes they would even sing to me! My biggest compliment I can pay the staff is that unlike many...
Charity Bitzenburg Eidson
“Great experience for myself and my daughter. Dr. Ries, Dr. Robinson and all staff are professional, thoughtful and always fun! Highly recommend for excellent care and results!!!”
Debbie Dilks
“This is one awesome team! From the orthodontists to the staff. They are friendly and fun for the kids. Do amazing work! Made my daughter’s braces a wonderful experience for all of us. Thank you!”
Somer Larson
“I am so incredibly thankful for the Dr.’s and staff here! I needed surgery to fix my bite, which my insurance denied. Dr. Ries was able to correct my bite with a special appliance. Yesterday for the first time in...
Leigh Loflin Williams
“I feel like we are family now! My oldest is 22 and has a beautiful smile (thanks to you…), my next to the oldest is about to get his off and now my third child is about to get his...
Jackie Lowrey
Exceeded my expectations! Was nervous to have braces as an adult but your staff and office always made me comfortable. The 2 years flew by and treatment was a breeze. Both Dr. Robinson & Dr. Ries were awesome! Thank you...
Deb Hermann
Ries and Maerz Orthodontics definitely met my expectations. I expected to get a beautiful smile with the least aggravation possible and that is what I got. Everyone was always kind, friendly and professional! Definitely the best orthodontist in town.
Marco Rea
My teeth look just like I hoped they would. Everyone was super nice, friendly, and professional. I looked forward to coming every month! Thank you for everything.
Ellen Flottman
Paige is my third child to be treated here so I had high expectations. We have always received the best of care. You have a lovely staff – always helpful and friendly, like we are members of a family! I...
Kristie Wolfe
Drs. Ries and Maerz and their entire staff are all wonderful!! They are professional and knowledgeable, but they are also fun and energetic as well! They have had to do all sorts of work to get my daughter’s teeth where...
Kelly Holtkamp
I have 2 boys – both needed expanders and then braces. This place only gets better – FUN place to be…They are great at what they do – answer all questions – and we have a GREAT time!
Chris Allison
“Awesome orthodontists, service, and staff. I live in Jefferson City and am glad I chose Ries and Maerz in Columbia. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome or better service; they truly care about each patient and make things...
Jackie Lowrey
Dr. Robinson and Dr. Ries are friendly, thorough, professional and have the best staff! As an adult with braces, they have made the experience beyond easy and pleasant from the initial consult through treatment. They recommended Damon braces, offered the...
Aaron Myers
Extremely professional and personal experience. They have earned their good reputation.
Jenny Hodge
Dr. Robinson, Dr. Ries, and their staff have taken care of all 3 of my children’s orthodontic needs. I have been taking my children to their office for 7 years now. Their office is very kid friendly. They take the...
Kelli Hathman
I LOVE these people! I’m an adult wearing the actual braces, not Invisalign, and they’ve done a great job! They’re always able to work around my schedule and they’ve been wonderful about all the crazy things that has happened since...
Cheryl K.
“Dr. Ries gave me a beautiful smile. As a professional adult, Invisilign was the perfect option. Rarely did anyone even notice I was wearing my trays. I love the results!”
Courtney Engle
“Both Ries and Maerz are extremely knowledgeable and meticulous when it comes to orthodontics. The thing that sets them apart, though, is that they’re also personable and genuinely care about all of their patients. The whole staff is so kind...
Hailey Hausheer
Being a part of Ries and Maerz was such a wonderful experience. The staff are all incredibly friendly and considerate. All the while it feels like you’re just having fun you’re actually getting a great smile too! I am incredibly...
Pam L.
(5 stars) Funtastic Experience!! Braces off!! This was a bittersweet moment for my 12 yr old (Taylen). It has been such a wonderful experience from start to finish. From consultation to the wonderful doctors and staff. We will truly miss...
Patty S.
“On December 11, 2013 my daughter had her braces removed, I’m still amazed every time I look at her. She went from a cute little girl that wouldn’t show her teeth when she smiled to a beautiful teenager that lights...
Nicole Summerall
“LOVE, love, love Ries and Maerz Ortho. They have given my kids wonderful orthodontic care in the most fun way possible! From clean teeth contests to photo booths-there is never a dull moment in their office. Even I look forward...
Laura T.
“I was such a chicken on my big day! I was afraid my teeth would come off with the braces and that it would hurt… But…. after Dr. Robinson and Ms.Santana were done with me, I looked in the mirror...
Heather
“Zoe had the best time today in the office! Thank you for treating her so well and making her feel extra special. She was absolutely beaming when we left and said she was having a “great day!” She was so...
Jenny Jarboe Ferguson
“Ries and Maerz are absolutely great with kids and put them at ease right away. Both of my children go here and they are always excited to go to their appointments!!”
Ann M.
“Dr. Ries and his assistant were very thorough in explaining Sarah’s treatment to her. They took the time to answer her questions and also went to great lengths to make her feel comfortable. I am always so impressed by how...
Mary Kay N.
“The office has a friendly, family feel and has been very good with handling even special needs. After my son had a serious sports injury, staff took extra time with him and us and sent him home with a present...
Stacia VanDyne
“From the minute you walk into the office, someone comforting is guiding you every step of the way. The whole appointment process is made easy, stress-free and fool proof for the patient – from the email and voicemail reminders, the...
Tanya Heath
“I interviewed 3 orthodontists before my husband and I decided on Dr. Robinson. First, I wanted a Tooth Warrior — someone who had the expertise to give our daughter straight teeth and someone who would also educate her on how...
Debra Nothdurft
“Dr. Robinson’s professional expertise in his field is what is most important to me, and the primary reason I have returned with each of my children, even though it requires a 180-mile round trip for each appointment.”
Lynn Bisges
“Now that I have “graduated” to life without braces, I just wanted to send you a note to let you know how much I have appreciated the great work you did to give me the smile I always wanted. You...
Marilyn and Jesse Lundervold
“Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful smile for my daughter, Jesse. Her teeth look great, and we are both very happy with the results. I also want to thank you and all of your staff for the...
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“With my son’s Asperger’s Syndrome, I always have a bit of anxiety about how his first interaction with someone new. It either makes or breaks the relationship, as he doesn’t change his mind easily if he has a poor first...
Ben Armentrout
“I used to keep my mouth closed when I smile. Now even though I still have about a year left in my braces, I can already see my new smile! My braces give me the confidence to smile big!”
Sherry Kilgore
“I love my Robinson Orthodontics Smile more than the average patient because I’ve waited my whole life for it, proving it’s never too late to have the smile of your dreams.”
Mary J.
“No better orthodontics office in the Midwest! 3/4 of our family have been in braces; that is Mom, teen son and teen daughter. We have fully trusted Dr. Robinson’s practice. What a great provider and a friend! R + R...
Kathy Terlep
“In case you don’t get told this nearly enough, you guys are AWESOME! I think that your office would win, hands down, for the most customer friendly place I have EVER been … Thanks SO MUCH for making Robinson Orthodontics...
Amy Imhoff
“I always feel at ease and know that I can ask any questions at any time. He and his staff are very friendly and make you feel very welcome!”
Greg Lloyd
“Wanted to let you know how happy Taylor’s mother and I are with the work you did on Taylor. If anyone to let you know how efficient and well run your office appears to your customers. Everyone seems to know...
Lydia Trampe
“Our experience with Ries and Maerz has been a great experience. Everyone has always been understanding, informative and patient. I have been recommending anyone I know if they are in need of orthodontic care come here. Thank you!”
Sherry
“It’s a fact that as we age, our teeth shift and can become quite crooked. That was true in my case, as I am a “senior” girl! Ha! After having a consultation with Drs. Ries and Maerz, I decided to...
Susan Shoaff-Ballanger
“My experiences at Ries and Maerz are always excellent. The office environment is professional, skilled, and focused on patient care and comfort. Everyone in the office goes out of their way to help patients. As a very non-traditional adult patient,...
Heidi R.
“I want to be an orthodontist” are the words out of my daughter’s mouth after our first visits at Ries and Maerz! I really can’t say enough about how positive our experience has been at this office –you provide a...
