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WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Early Treatment

    Helping guide developing smiles early can lead to healthier alignment, easier treatment, and confident smiles for years to come.

  • Adolescent Treatment

    Taking advantage of the teen years allows for smoother treatment and beautiful smile results while the jaw is still growing.

  • Adult Treatment

    A straighter smile can improve confidence, comfort, and the way you feel in both social and professional settings.

  • Invisalign

    Enjoy a more confident smile with clear aligners that fit comfortably and discreetly into your daily routine.

  • Invisalign For Teens

    Teens can achieve a straighter smile with more confidence and flexibility without the look of traditional braces.

  • Palatal Expanders

    Creating additional space in the mouth can improve alignment, balance your smile, and support long-term oral health.

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A lifetime of beautiful, healthy smiles begins here

 
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Welcome To
Richards & Associates Orthodontics

Not only do we provide cutting-edge procedures, we do it with a smile! We want you to have a pleasant experience and look forward to your next appointment.

John M. Richards, DDS., M.S., is a Board Certified Orthodontist. He and our staff desire to give their patients the best orthodontic care available. At Richards & Associates Orthodontics, with convenient locations in Fort Myers and Cape Coral, Florida, everyone is highly trained and experienced. This is just the beginning of what our office has to offer!

We understand the importance of a straight, beautiful smile, so we utilize the most state-of-the-art appliances. We have a variety of treatment materials, from traditional metal and ceramic brackets to invisalign®, to ensure that we have a perfect solution for you, regardless of your age or orthodontic needs.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

Loved Dr Richards John he was very knowledgeable and very nice my son really liked him. Staff was very nice, he is fully staffed. The office was very nice and cleaned modern. His prices was reasonable. I really recommend him I didn’t picked him for my son, because his down payment at this time for me was hi and the term was short

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Compassionate, yet friendly and efficient. Quality work

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Professional and kind staff. New building, knowledgeable DDS with reasonable prices

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