Dr. Gretchen Kratz, DMD — Family Dentistry & Anxiety-Friendly Care at Brooks Hill
UofL-trained dentist with 20+ years serving Kentucky families. Specialty: helping anxious patients feel comfortable in the chair.
- University of Louisville School of Dentistry, DMD — 2000
- 20+ years serving Kentucky families
- Specialty: dental anxiety care — experienced with nervous and avoidant patients
- Primary location: Brooks Hill (1064 Brooks Hill Rd.)
- Member: Louisville Dental Society, Kentucky Dental Association, American Dental Association
About Dr. Gretchen Kratz
Dr. Gretchen Kratz has been practicing dentistry in Kentucky for over 20 years. A 2000 graduate of the University of Louisville School of Dentistry, she’s known for one specific clinical skill that’s harder to teach than it sounds: making patients with dental anxiety feel safe in the chair.
If you’ve put off a cleaning, exam, or restoration because of past bad experiences — or because you’ve always been afraid of dental work — Dr. Kratz is who you call. She moves at the patient’s pace, narrates every step, and never proceeds without explicit consent at each phase. Many of her patients started seeing her precisely because they were tired of feeling rushed or dismissed elsewhere.
Dr. Kratz sees patients of all ages from our Brooks Hill office on Brooks Hill Road in Bullitt County. She provides the full range of general dentistry — cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canals, extractions, and preventive care — for families across Shepherdsville, Mount Washington, Hillview, Pioneer Village, and south Jefferson County.
Education & experience
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) — University of Louisville School of Dentistry, 2000
- 20+ years of continuous Kentucky family-dentistry practice
- Particular focus on patients with dental anxiety, including those who have avoided dental care for years due to fear of past experiences
- Active continuing education in general and restorative dentistry
Additional credentials, advanced training programs, and continuing education coursework specific to Dr. Kratz will be published as this section is updated. Please contact us if you have questions about her clinical training.
Professional memberships
- Louisville Dental Society
- Kentucky Dental Association
- American Dental Association
Services Dr. Kratz performs
Comprehensive general dentistry
Routine cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, periodontal care, and preventive care for the whole family. Dr. Kratz sees patients of all ages at our Brooks Hill office.
Anxiety-friendly dental care
Dr. Kratz’s signature approach: patient-paced appointments, clear explanations before every step, and no judgment about gaps in dental care history. If you’ve been putting off the dentist, she’s a good fit.
Dental implants & restorations
Implant placement and restoration available at Brooks Hill. See implant pricing and financing starting at $120/month.
Emergency dental care
Same-day appointments for severe pain, broken teeth, lost fillings, or knocked-out teeth. Call us for emergency care today.
Where to see Dr. Kratz
Dr. Kratz primarily sees patients at our Brooks Hill office: 1064 Brooks Hill Rd., Brooks, KY 40109, (502) 955-1084. When you book online or call, you can request Dr. Kratz specifically.
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Kratz
Is Dr. Kratz taking new patients?
Yes. Dr. Kratz sees new patients at the Brooks Hill office. Call (502) 955-1084 or book online and request Dr. Kratz.
Which ADC location does Dr. Kratz primarily see patients at?
Brooks Hill: 1064 Brooks Hill Rd., Brooks, KY 40109 — just off I-65 exit 117.
Is Dr. Kratz a good dentist for someone with dental anxiety?
Yes — this is Dr. Kratz’s clinical specialty. She moves at the patient’s pace, narrates every step, and never proceeds without your consent at each phase. Many of her patients started with her specifically because they’d been avoiding the dentist due to fear or past experiences.
How long has Dr. Kratz been practicing?
Over 20 years. She earned her DMD from UofL in 2000 and has practiced in Kentucky continuously since then.
Does Dr. Kratz treat children?
Yes. Dr. Kratz sees patients of all ages, including pediatric patients. Her anxiety-friendly approach is especially helpful for children who are nervous about first dental visits.
What insurance does Dr. Kratz accept?
At Brooks Hill, Dr. Kratz accepts most major commercial insurance (Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife)
What dental school did Dr. Kratz attend?
University of Louisville School of Dentistry — DMD, class of 2000.
Meet the rest of the ADC team
Dr. Kratz works alongside Dr. Rachel Talis (founder) and the full ADC team of nine Louisville-area dentists. Learn about our practice on the About ADC page, or visit any of our four open locations: Preston Highway, St. Matthews, Middletown, or Brooks Hill.