Dr. Caroline L. Ratz developed her passion for orthodontics while she was a patient herself during middle school. Experiencing the confidence that came with her own smile transformation inspired her to pursue a career where she could make the same impact on others. She attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she competed as a Division I soccer player before earning her dental degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry, graduating with honors. During dental school, she received the American Association of Orthodontists Award, the Academy of General Dentistry Senior Student Dental Award, and the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Award.
Dr. Ratz completed her orthodontic residency at the University of Louisville, where she served as Chief Resident and completed her specialty training in Orthodontics..