Akridge Orthodontics was founded in Louisville, KY in 1971 by Dr. Alan Akridge. Since our inception, we have grown from the original location on the Outerloop to adding offices in Middletown and Campbellsville as well. Over the past few years, all three locations have been reconfigured with brand new, state-of-the-art technologies. From cozy waiting rooms to the latest in digital X-ray imaging, our facilities have been updated with a Patient First mentality.

In 2009, Dr. Alans son Matt joined the growing practice after completing his orthodontic residency program in Jacksonville, Florida. In 2010, Dr. Matt took over full ownership and is currently running the day-to-day operations for all 3 locations.

Dr. Matt is taking the discipline he learned while playing under Coach Denny Crum at the University of Louisville and applying them to running one of the areas top Orthodontics practices. Akridge Orthodontics is also the only practice in this area that utilizes the Alexander Discipline, developed by one of the worlds most renowned orthodontists Dr. Wick Alexander. The basic principle of this discipline reverts back to the old adage that EFFORTS = RESULTS!

This is obviously something that has helped them to achieve outstanding, long-lasting results for their patients and its one of the many reasons why Akridge Orthodontics is a great choice for you and your family.

Dr. Matt Akridge graduated from Eastern High School in 1993 where he was an all-state and All-American basketball player. He also played at the collegiate level at Texas Christian University during the 1993-1994 season before transferring to the University of Louisville to play for Denny Crum, living out a childhood dream. Dr. Matt was elected team captain during his senior year and won the prestigious Denny Crum Award before graduating with his B.A. degree in 1998.

After graduating, Dr. Matt spent 4 years working as a sales associate for various corporations in the private sector. During the spring of 2002, he decided to follow in his fathers footsteps by pursuing a career in orthodontics. Following 1 year of additional undergraduate pre-requisite classes at U of L, he began dental school in the summer of 2003. After receiving his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry in May of 2007, Dr. Matt began his 2-year residency in July 2007. Once finished with his residency, Dr. Matt received his certificate in the specialty of orthodontics in August 2009 from Jacksonville University.

After working together for 10 months, Dr. Matt purchased the practice from his father in June of 2010 so Dr. Alan Akridge could retire. Despite retiring from the business, Dr. Alan still participates in various oversight roles in the practice today. Since taking over the practice, Dr. Matt has added brand-new decor and equipment including the latest technology like digital x-ray equipment, comfortable treatment chairs, and fully integrated practice management software that networks all three offices.

Dr. Matt has been married to his loving wife Jenny since 2004, and they have 3 children named Coleman, Cora, and Cailyn. He has been a member of Southeast Christian Church since 2000, and now serves as an usher. A large part of the Akridges life is their involvement with G.O. Ministries. Dr. Matt went on 2 mission trips in the early 2000s, and was elected as a board member in August of 2009. One of their familys missions is to be the hands and feet of Christ, and help children and families in other parts of the world.

An employee since 1987, Terah has worn many different hats, from being a lab tech to an orthodontist assistant. Since 1999, Terah has enjoyed the role of office manager. She loves the friendships she has established with patients over the years and participating in the emotional transformation each patient experiences once their teeth are straight. She enjoys live music, boating, dancing and time with family and friends. Terah has two adult children that continue to make her proud every day.

Kim has worked for Akridge Orthodontics since 2003. She recently celebrated10 years with our office! She enjoys forming relationships with the patients and their families. Some of Kims favorite activities are going to yard sales with her best friend, playing volleyball and traveling. She has three grown children and three stepchildren, a wonderful husband and a fat cat.

Brittany has been an Orthodontic Assistant with Akridge for a year and a half, which makes her the newest member of our team. She sees the staff as her second family and enjoys being with them both inside and outside of work! Brittany loves working with her patients and her great personality makes her a favorite with everyone.

Sandra has been a part of the Akridge Orthodontics team for over five years. She feels she works with the best staff members around! Before she was a part of our staff, she was one of our very own patients. One of Sandras favorite aspects of her job is seeing the patients confidence build as their smiles become what they have always wanted them to be! When she isnt at work, she enjoys spending time with her boys, Isaiah (who loves playing basketball) and Ethan (who loves swimming). She enjoys shopping and being outside in the sunshine. God and her family are the most important things in her life.

Charley has worked in the Lab at Akridge Orthodontics for nearly two years. He prides himself on maintaining a clean, sterile work environment and enjoys making patients retainers, once their braces come off. He loves being a part of helping others have beautiful smiles, which will earn them many compliments. Charlie was born in Florida, but moved to Louisville at a young age. He attended University of Louisville and played soccer there.

Amber has been with Akridge Orthodontics since 2007. She is married with 1 daughter, and 3 step-daughters. Her family enjoys spending time together outdoors as much as possible, especially if it involves camping or boating. She also has a cat named Gracie that is very much a member of her family.

Tammia is an orthodontic assistant, and has been with the practice for 16 years. She lives in Campbellsville, KY with her husband of 11 years, Craig. They have a daughter named Deidra who is 27, and they are proud grandparents of Deidras cat named Minnie.Tammia enjoys her job and thinks its wonderful to see the changes that braces make in peoples lives. She says they smile more and have more confidence when theyre braces are taken off.