After completing his undergraduate studies at Kansas State University, Dr. Ross Stryker attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and graduated in 1982. He served his country in the military for 12 years, eight as a general dentist. He received his orthodontic training in the military from 1990 to 1992 and served his last four years as an orthodontist.

Dr. Stryker stays abreast of the latest advances in orthodontics with memberships in the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Association and the Greater Springfield Dental Society, where he serves on the board as Secretary. Dr. Stryker also continues his education through participation in three study clubs.