Meet Dr. Richard Ting
Dr. Ting earned his dental degree at the University of Southern California and completed postgraduate orthodontic training at New York University. He has cared for patients in Rancho Santa Margarita since 2005.
His approach considers your smile, bite, and jaw development, with a treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals. He also shares his experience through MARPE seminars and hands-on training for dental professionals.
Understanding Airway Orthodontics
We look beyond straight teeth to consider jaw structure, bite function, and the relationship between oral development and the airway. Dr. Ting creates an individualized plan based on your needs, growth, and goals, and coordinates with other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
Early Orthodontic Evaluation
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic check-up by age 7, or sooner if a concern is noticed. Dr. Ting evaluates developing teeth, jaw growth, and bite. An early visit may lead to monitoring rather than immediate treatment.
Advanced Treatment Options
Explore MARPE, RPE, Invisalign, braces, and bite correction. Recommendations are based on your age, growth, jaw structure, and treatment goals. For selected growing patients, Invisalign with mandibular advancement and occlusal blocks may be part of the plan.
Invisalign with Mandibular Advancement Occlusal Blocks
Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion
Rapid Palatal Expander