Meet the Orthodontists

Dr. Clarence Red III grew up in New Lenox and Joliet, Illinois. As a boy, Dr. Red was influenced by orthodontics and nursing. Dr. Red’s father, Clarence Red, Jr., practiced orthodontics in Joliet and Morris, Illinois, for over 30 years. His mother, Una, was a midwife and a registered nurse at Cook County Hospital, and later in life, a volunteer nurse at the Will County Medical Clinic. It was during Dr. Red’s formative years that he became interested in pursuing a career in orthodontics as a way to help people and initiated his desire to incorporate dental and medical missionary volunteer work into his practice.

Dr. Alexander Ritchey received his Bachelor of Science degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1995. He continued his education at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, graduating with honors and earning a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in May of 2000. Dr. Ritchey completed his Orthodontic Residency at St. Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education earning a Master of Science degree in Dentistry in December of 2002.

Dr. Carter was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He credits his mother for cultivating his love of learning and emphasizing the importance of education. From a young age, Dr. Carter knew he wanted to be a doctor; however, it wasn't until college that he developed his passion for dentistry. Dr. Carter attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison on a full-tuition academic and leadership scholarship for his undergraduate studies, where he graduated with degrees in both Biology and Psychology.