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Orthodontist - Selden, New York

Welcome to the orthodontic practice of Richard C. Kardovich DDS, PC. For the past forty years, Dr. Kardovich has been straightening teeth and brightening smiles for patients of all ages in Selden, New York and its surrounding communities.

At our office, your orthodontic health is our top priority, compassion is our trademark and a perfect smile is our ultimate goal. We promise to provide you with exceptional care every step of the way. Paying attention to each patient's specific needs and preferences is just part of what distinguishes our practice. It is our goal to make your course of treatment with us an extremely pleasant one and to give you a smile that is both beautiful and functional.

Below are some of the common services we provide:

Comprehensive Orthodontic Evaluation and Treatment Planning
Children's Orthodontics
Adult Orthodontics
Clear Ceramic Braces, Standard Metal Braces and Removable Appliances
Invisalign

We hope that you will find this website to be a useful and interesting resource for all of your orthodontic concerns. If you would like more information about any of the procedures that we offer or to request an appointment, please call our office.

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Some of our Services

Interceptive Orthodontics

Interceptive orthodontics is a technique and philosophy which was developed to address certain orthodontic problems between the ages of 7-11.This early intervention and phased treatment can result in fewer extracted teeth and better patient compliance. Read more

Oral Examination

Your first visit at our office is very important in establishing your orthodontic baseline. Dr. Kardovich will perform a complete oral examination which includes an analysis of your malocclusion and a thorough examination of your teeth. Read more

Radiography

Digital X-rays provide several advanced imaging options designed to save time, provide clearer dental photos, and expose patients to 90% less radiation than with traditional X-ray technology. Read more

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Meet Dr. Kardovich

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An extremely respected and highly regarded orthodontist for more than four decades, Dr. Richard Kardovich is a graduate of New York University, where he completed a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the College of Dentistry. Dr. Kardovich also completed a Certificate in Orthodontics and a Master of Science in Orthodontics at the Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry.