SW3 Dental · King's Road, Chelsea
Both are qualified dentists, but a specialist orthodontist has completed three years of extra full-time training in straightening teeth and correcting bites. Here's what that means for your treatment.
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A general dentist looks after your overall oral health: check-ups, hygiene, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions and cosmetic treatment. Some general dentists also offer clear aligners for simpler cases.
A specialist orthodontist diagnoses and treats crooked teeth and bite problems such as crowding, spacing, overbites, underbites, crossbites and open bites, in children, teenagers and adults.
| Role | Training |
|---|---|
| General dentist | Five-year dental degree (BDS), then foundation training |
| Specialist orthodontist | Dental degree plus at least two years in practice or hospital, then three years of full-time specialist training, a master's-level degree and a Membership in Orthodontics exam |
Dr Sarah Sadek is on the GDC Specialist List in Orthodontics (GDC No. 114943). Every orthodontic plan at SW3 Dental is made by her, and our general dentists look after the rest of your oral health under the same roof.
Yes, some general dentists offer orthodontics, often clear aligners for simpler cases. A specialist orthodontist has additional training for the full range of cases.
Search the GDC online register; specialists are listed on the Specialist List in Orthodontics.
Not for private treatment. You can book a free orthodontic consultation at SW3 Dental directly.
No. Many of our patients are adults.
Free orthodontic consultations at 295 King's Road, Chelsea.
SW3 Dental is part of a group of three practices with Waterloo Dental & Orthodontics (SE1) and Croydon Dental Practice & Addiscombe Orthodontics (CR0).
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