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why We’re different

We are dedicated to helping you achieve a healthy, beautiful, and confident smile through personalized orthodontic care that fits your lifestyle.

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Our amazing orthodontist and his team offer a full range of treatments to meet your needs and will work one-on-one with you to help you achieve your dream smile.

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Serving Up Fresh Smiles Daily

Serving up smiles is all that we do! From your initial consult to your final check-up, our goal is to create an experience that always leaves you smiling.

Meet Dr. Richards "DR"

With a commitment to excellence, Dr. Richards (“DR”) consistently delivers simply spectacular smiles and an equally spectacular patient experience!
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Everyone Deserves An Awesome Smile

Everyone loves a confidence boost, and we believe that an awesome smile will do just that — no matter your age! Whether you’re a kid just getting started, an adult who’s ready to focus on yourself, or any stage of life in between, we offer treatment solutions that will fit your lifestyle.

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Kids

In most cases, early treatment is so important for setting the stage for proper growth and smile development.

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Teens

During the teen years, confidence is key, and a great smile plays a vital role during this mid-stage of life.

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Adults

From minor touchups to complete smile redesigns, your adults years are a great time to focus on your smile.

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The Best Treatment

For the Best Smile

Finding the right treatment options for you is essential to ensuring that you love not only the end result but are able to enjoy the treatment journey as well. 

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Clear aligners have become super popular, especially among our teen and adult patients. They’re so discreet, many people may not even know you’re wearing them!

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Braces

Today’s braces are much more stylish and comfortable than the bulky brackets from years ago. As one of the most trusted options for treatment, we offer the most advanced brackets.

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Other Treatments

With a 100% comprehensive approach to your treatment, we focus on both the functional and aesthetic aspects of your smile. We want you to always look and feel your best!

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Your initial consultation with us is always free and is an excellent time for you to get to know us and have all of your questions answered. Ready for that fresh smile? Our team is here to help!

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Everyone Gets 5-Star Treatment

We’ve had so many awesome patients over the years! Check out some of the reviews from their 5-star experiences.

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Nick C.
They did a great job fixing my teeth. Not hard to make an appointment when you need to come in. They have coloring pages in the office if you have a velcro girlfriend (or a kid) like me that comes everywhere with you and needs to be occupied. 10/10
Response from the owner:We are so grateful you took the time to write us a review! Come color a coloring page anytime! ;) Go show off your new smile!
Kim M.
The service at the Salt Lake location is supportive and consistent. I had three separate friends. Tell me that we should go to this office because they have had the best experience there. I agree!
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we are honored you chose us for yout treatment! We look forward to seeing your new smile!
Grayson H.
Dr. Richard’s has been perfecting my smile since 10 years ago! He just fixed my permanent retainer that snapped and made sure it was perfect before I left, I won’t ever go to another orthodontist!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, we are so happy we could help you get a new retainer!
LMM
I decided to get braces when I was in my early 60s. I interviewed three Orthodontists. I chose Dr. Richards. I've been very grateful ever since. I just returned to Dr. Richards because my permanent retainer broke. It was delightful to go back! What great people with amazing knowledge and ability. I'd give them 100 stars if I could.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for leaving us a review, we are happy we were able to help you. Thank you so much for choosing us, we are honored!
Marie P.
Hanna is the best, she made my essperience fun, and I am afraid of the dentist. Please go here and ask for her, she's amazing!!!! Love the staff and the building is clean!!!!
Ashlyn O.
Great experience all around! Everybody is super friendly and knowledgeable. The space is clean and fun for kids.
Jaime G.
I cannot recommend this Orthodontist office enough. Staff takes care of you and gives you the undivided attention that you deserve. They will answer all your questions making sure that you are presented with the best options for you and your smile!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind works Jaime! We are always so happy to help!
Kevin A.
Great team to work with, really showed patience and have every option to keep my son on track. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review, we appreciate it so much!
Priya S.
I came to Dr. Richards for Invisalign about 12 years after he originally did my braces and I needed a slight adjustment due to not wearing my retainers. They even gave me a $500 discount on my Invisalign due to being a return customer. Very pleased with the result both times. All the staff are very friendly and professional. Special thanks to Ellie and Hannah.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Priya! We are so honored you chose us for your treatment twice! We appreciate your kind words!
Cynthia O.
I went to school with Dr. Richard’s and he was always one of the smartest in the class and a great person. He’s given all of my children beautiful smiles and was even able to quickly straighten my smile with Invisalign in 1 year. His office is friendly, efficient and supportive. I’d definitely recommend Michael Richards Orthodontics!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your sweet words, Cynthia! We greatly appreciate it!
Barbara H.
Two of my children had their braces done by Dr. Richards. He did such an excellent job. It inspired me to get them myself and I am so glad I did!
I am sad for my other two children that did not get them done here because we didn't live close at the time. I had to bring one of them to Dr. Richards just to get them "fixed" after a different orthodontist did not do the same top-notch job.
Thanks Dr. Richards!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your sweet review! We're glad we could help take care of your family and their smiles.
Tammy C.
I just got finished with my second time through Ortho. and Dr. Richards and the entire staff were outstanding!! As an adult seeking my second time through braces and did not want traditional braces again. The staff at Dr. Richard's office was great in walking me through all my options and Dr Richards was very upfront about my shorten roots(which was mostly likely caused by my first time through Ortho treatment as a teenager) and the possibility of failure. Dr Richards did everything diagnostically and reviewed it with me before given me a treatment plan that I was fully on board with. We went with Sparks Invisalign and I couldn't be happier with the outcome!! The Dental Monitoring from home was super easy and convenient. I had support from their dental monitor if I needed it, I could text her at any time through the app. Or if I need them in person, they were more than willing to take me in office! I would 100% recommend Dr. Richards and his staff for your ortho needs you will not regret it!!! My teeth look fabulous!! Thank you Dr. Richards and Team!!
Response from the owner:Tammy, thank you for writing such a kind review! We are so glad to hear how great your experience with Spark and Dental Monitoring was for your treatment. While we will miss seeing you for your in-office visits, please don't hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can help with in the future!
Brian B.
The doctor and staff are SO INCREDIBLY KIND and compassionate, this making a difference. They will worked with my child making them feel comfortable, which is not easy for them to feel with their social anxiety, OCD, ADHD, etc. Their confidence has improved as has their self esteem. The doctor and staff have changed my opinion on the healthcare system and on dentists😅 for the better…so much better. I literally cannot say enough good about them and LITERALLY cannot think of one single negative of our experience there and that is 100% fact. The quality of the work and expertise is second to none and I have been to dentists all over the world. One could not ask for a better practice to be a part of as that’s how you feel; not so much a client but more as a friend.
Response from the owner:You are too nice, Brian! Thanks for your kind words about our office and more importantly, trusting us with your child's smile. We are so pleased to hear how happy you both are!
Jill S.
My daughter recently got her braces off, and the results were top notch! Dr. Richards did an exceptional job, and it's clear to see he treats every patient like family, and provides the best possible care. He was kind and remarkably patient with us, even when we broke protocol, and it cost him extra time and work. To top it off, he is remarkably personable, detail oriented, and engages with each patient like a caring friend. We are very pleased that we chose Dr. Richards to be our orthodontist, and highly recommend him to anyone looking for great care and results.
Response from the owner:Jill, thank you so much for leaving this kind review and sharing your experience! Nothing makes us happier than hearing how pleased our patients (& families) are with their new smiles. We are so excited for you!
Jett S.
I have came here many times and they give you wonderful treatments! I honestly cannot thank you guys any more!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Jett! We're thrilled to hear that you've had wonderful experiences with us. Your continued trust and support mean a lot to our team. We look forward to serving you again!
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Ready to meet us? If you’re in the Salt Lake City area, we would love to see you smile, and we have two convenient locations to choose from!

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  • 2455 East Parleys Way Ste. #100
    Salt Lake City, UT 84109

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  • 2889 West 12600 South
    Riverton, UT 84065

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