What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.91
Average wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Nielson was great! He seemed to truly care about my daughter. I brought my other 2 children with me and he even took an interest in them! He asked all of my children questions about themselves and made us feel very welcome.
He and the staff explained everything very well and answered all my questions. We were the last appointment of the day and nobody was rushing us so they could get home. In fact, I didn't realize we were last until we were finished and I saw the waiting room completely empty.
Everyone was so kind. They also helped us out with a couple different payment options. They have two different locations and offer appointments at either location, you dont have to stick to the same location every time.
I am so glad I found Dr. Nielson! ”
Kiyla S.February 17, 2026
“My appointment was made on line and the office was unaware but was able to accommodate me which was very appreciated. ”
Thu S.February 10, 2026
About Dr. Kirk Nielson
Dr. Kirk Nielson is committed to helping his patients live happy, healthy lives with beautiful, straight smiles. It is his philosophy that the benefits of orthodontics last a lifetime and each patient deserves to have a smile they can be proud of. Dr. Nielson is passionate about bringing such a positive change to people. It gives him great joy to see his patients smiling at the end of their treatment; it is this fulfillment that makes him look forward to each day at Advanced Orthodontics.
Dr. Nielson began his journey to being an orthodontist by receiving his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Creighton University, graduating in 1989. Afterwards, he attained his Orthodontic Certificate in 1991 from Oklahoma University.
Dr. Nielson has been practicing orthodontics since 1991, in Centennial and enjoys serving the people of this wonderful community. Each patient he meets is a unique individual, enthusiastic about their treatment and the amazing results they’ll achieve. Along with his team, Dr. Nielson spends many hours learning about the newest advancements in the orthodontic field to ensure his patients get the best care possible.
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Office locations
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Dental School - Creighton University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
- University of Oklahoma, Certificate in Orthodontics
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1487743621
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
4.87
Bedside manner
5.00
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My appointment was made on line and the office was unaware but was able to accommodate me which was very appreciated.
February 10, 2026Thu S.Verified patient
For some reason my ZOCDOC appt wasn't in the system...but they still got me right in and it wasn't an issue.
October 10, 2019Maycie T.Verified patient
Kind to my shy teen, and communicated respectfully and clearly about treatment goals & timeframe.
February 20, 2023Initials hidden
He is extremely nice. He explains everything really good.
July 26, 2025Jacob G.Verified patient
Friendly, respectful and caring. I am glad I made the right choice!
November 13, 2024Jacob Y.Verified patient
Great atmosphere, personal and knowledgeable staff. Full service orthodontist!
September 6, 2019Mark G.Verified patient
Amazing visit from start to finish! Highly recommend Dr. Nielson
August 22, 2019Karla N.Verified patient
Everyone was friendly and Dr. Nielson was very patient focused.
July 10, 2018David S.Verified patient
Very personally, succinct, informative, educational.
March 23, 2021Brody D.Verified patient
Very professional and great orthodontist. Thank you!
December 22, 2016Brian C.Verified patient
5 stars
February 24, 2026Mekhi H.Verified patient
Dr. Nielson was great! He seemed to truly care about my daughter. I brought my other 2 children with me and he even took an interest in them! He asked all of my children questions about themselves and made us feel very welcome.
He and the staff explained everything very well and answered all my questions. We were the last appointment of the day and nobody was rushing us so they could get home. In fact, I didn't realize we were last until we were finished and I saw the waiting room completely empty.
Everyone was so kind. They also helped us out with a couple different payment options. They have two different locations and offer appointments at either location, you dont have to stick to the same location every time.
I am so glad I found Dr. Nielson!
February 17, 2026Kiyla S.Verified patient
We had such a great experience with Dr. Nielson and the team. They were incredibly kind, patient, and understanding with my child, who has a lot of anxiety around dental appointments. Dr. Nielson explained everything clearly and took the time to help him feel comfortable and safe. It’s such a relief to find an orthodontist who truly cares and goes above and beyond to make a nervous child feel at ease. Highly recommend!
November 7, 2025Valerie C.Verified patient
Amazing office ! It was such a vibe inside ..decorated and fun .. the staff was friendly and welcoming .. we went for a consultation and left with braces !
October 14, 2025Aiyana K.Verified patient
The staff was very friendly and caring. I should have brought my insurance benefits so I could get an accurate estimate for part of the treatment. The staff pulled up part of it and setup an estimate and payment plan which I appreciated. Very helpful.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Went in to get measured for Invisalign. Great experience, even though not much was done yet. Holly was so sweet and talked me through everything. And Dr Nielsen was very kind to everyone in the office. Didn’t wait hardly at all, and felt comfortable the whole time. Haven’t had any work done yet, but easy to tell it’s a trustworthy place of business
January 7, 2025Landon M.Verified patient
It was a good experience.
December 13, 2024Michael M.Verified patient
First time visit for my 9 yr old daughter and it was a great experience. Very friendly, attentive service from everyone. It was everything you want to happen when you visit a doctor's office and they hit it out of the park. Highly recommend them.
August 21, 2024Zoe B.Verified patient
After previously visiting with two other highly respected orthodontist in the local area, I found my visit with Dr Nielsen to be the best. Consultation with Dr Nielsen and staff was comprehensive in discussing, and answering questions about different orthodontic treatments offered.
July 26, 2024Initials hidden
I will always refer people I know to Dr. Nielson!
April 4, 2024Mary C.Verified patient
Amazing experience! The doctor and staff were super organized and down to earth. They offered a really clear treatment plan, checking to see what my insurance covered and giving me a bunch of different reasonable options for how to pay. Everything was done really timely and the staff had a great flow and timing. Everyone was very kind and normal too.
March 27, 2024Initials hidden
I was truly amazed at my visit. I was greeted and taken back as soon as I walked in and everyone I spoke with was so friendly and helpful. The doctor didn't rush his time with me and listened to my concerns and addressed everything I had came in for. They were upfront with pricing and not pushy when it came to what services I wanted. Finding good medical care can be difficult but this place is exceptional! I would highly recommend them for orthodontist care.
January 18, 2024Halee D.Verified patient
Dr. Nielson's office is amazing!! They were super friendly, seated us on time, and took the time to get to know us personally. There was no rushing us to get to the next patient. They did a great job of explaining everything to us and discussing our options. The office is also super cool with quite the collection of sports memorabilia to look at.
Awesome experience. Would highly recommend this office to anyone!
October 10, 2023Isaac A.Verified patient
Everyone in the office was very helpful and friendly. They are very thourough in the examination. Dr. Nielson even took molds of my teeth to come up with the best treatment plan for me.
August 1, 2023Michelle C.Verified patient
I have been a patient of Dr. Nielsen and his team for years. Simply put, they are top-notch: Knowledgeable, talented, service-oriented, caring, technologically current and simply a pleasure to work with. Glad to have them on my team!
June 2, 2023Deborah G.Verified patient
The staff and the doctor were all very welcoming, kind, and great at what they do! They extended there hospitality to me as the mom and I wasn't even the patient. Everything was explained very well at our initial consult - so much so that we went ahead with her braces application on our first visit. Great practice.
April 28, 2023Sylvie W.Verified patient
The staff at this office are all very friendly and efficient. The doctor took the time to thoroughly explain everything to us and was both friendly and knowledgeable. The office is extremely clean as well. I would definitely recommend this practice.
November 30, 2022David T.Verified patient
Very good first impression.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very knowledgeable, easy going and caring. Cost options were available and alternative suggestions given. I felt my main goal was most important and how to get there effectively and not necessarily by the cost. Can’t wait to get started. Highly recommended!
April 20, 2022Latasha G.Verified patient
The entire staff is outstanding, from reception to the doctor. They're super efficient, knowledgeable and overall very respectful and attentive. I would recommend this place 100%! Great all around. Thank you Doctor and staff you're all amazing!
March 30, 2022Emigdia N.Verified patient
Met immediately at the front door - the doctor greeted us on our back to the exam room. Thoroughly explained all of the appts up to getting braces on and how long to expect to be in them. Love this office!!
August 6, 2021Reid R.Verified patient
Dr. Nielsen was very friendly as was all of his staff. Everyone, from check-in throughout the entire appointment made me feel very relaxed and welcomed. I would highly recommend this office to anyone exploring the possibility of orthodontic care.
April 19, 2021Christine R.Verified patient
Great, easy and simple to use
March 5, 2021Jonathan B.Verified patient
Great experience at the office. Would recommend
February 17, 2021Argudit C.Verified patient
Very kind and calming.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very nice office and kind staff. Dr. Nielson was honest and offered great advice on how to proceed to achieve a beautiful smile again. Very excited to see what the outcome is !
More than 1 year agoSantrichanda B.Verified patient
Both my daughter and I are apprehensive about her needing braces. Both Dr. Nielson and Shellie were so great about calming some of our anxieties. I'm glad we were referred to this office!
January 25, 2017Sydney D.Verified patient
Very impressed with the office decor and the friendliness of Dr. Nielsen and all the staff that worked with us. Office is modern with up-to-date technology allowing for easy scheduling of treatments and immediate availability of pictures and x-rays.
October 11, 2016Scott C.Verified patient
Very friendly office staff. Dr. Nielson explained the plan and answered our questions. We are happy with our choice to work with Dr. Nielson.
June 2, 2016Sean B.Verified patient
The experience was great! Everyone was amazing. The only problem was when getting my Invisalign photos done the lady doing them had no idea what she was doing and was hurting my mouth. I left with cuts on my gums because of it.
December 10, 2015Ashley J.Verified patient
I was very impressed. We had been to see another orthodontist previously and decided to switch to Dr. Nielson recently. He took his time explaining everything, his staff was amazing, and the office is "awesome" according to my son. :)
December 2, 2015Roman M.Verified patient
Dr Nielson and his staff are amazing!! He and his staff spoke directly to my 12 year old son and explained everything that needs to be done. This gave my son the confidence to make an educated decision if he wanted to start today or next week. I greatly appreciate their promptness and professionalism throughout the appointment. We love Advanced Orthodontics and will recommend them to everyone!
More than 1 year agoCole H.Verified patient
We had a very pleasant experience
More than 1 year agoJakob S.Verified patient
Extremely professional and pleasant staff, reasonable pricing, and Dr. Nielson was very engaged in the whole process. My daughter wanted braces so badly that day, and despite the typical process requiring a second visit to put the braces on, Dr. Nielson saw how excited she was and found a way to get it done that day!
January 19, 2015Initials hidden
Another excellent visit for both my boys. Very informative as to the next steps in treatment. I appreciate the care and friendliness of the entire office.
More than 1 year agoRT
My visit and my kids visits are always positive and enjoyable. The staff is very friendly and always greets us with a smile and address us by name. I feel like we are apart of a wonder family.
More than 1 year agoTL
We are very happy with our visit and over all care. We really enjoy Dr Nielson and his staff and have been very happy with everything.
More than 1 year agoCG
March 17, 2026Yabets T.Verified patient
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March 11, 2026Nazira G.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Kirk Nielson work with?
Dr. Kirk Nielson works with Advanced Orthodontics.
Where is Dr. Kirk Nielson's office located?
Dr. Kirk Nielson has 2 office locations in Aurora, view full addresses on Dr. Nielson's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kirk Nielson?
Dr. Kirk Nielson frequently sees patients for Braces Consultation, Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation, Gapped Teeth, Jaw Pain, and Orthodontic Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kirk Nielson on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Kirk Nielson speak?
Dr. Kirk Nielson speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Kirk Nielson in reviews?
168 patients have reviewed Dr. Kirk Nielson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.87/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.