Specialist Orthodontics

Specialist Orthodontics
Leading Orthodontic Care for Children and adults
We are an an award-winning clinic, with a specialist orthodontist providing the whole family with a range of bespoke Orthodontic treatments from our nationally and internationally qualified orthodontists trained at Kings College London, one of the world’s must prestigious dental institutes.
We work with state of the art technology to create treatment plans for children, teens and adults to ensure a beautiful healthy smile for life.
We believe in a better you and perfecting your smile with orthodontics is our passion.
Types of braces
Orthodontics has come a long way since the days when wearing braces meant having a mouth full of metal. Now, there are many different braces to choose from that are smaller, easier to wear and more effective than ever before.
Invisible braces

Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners to move your teeth into position. The aligners look like thin sports mouthguards and sit over your teeth. They’re removable and virtually invisible to those around you.
Traditional fixed metal braces

Traditional fixed metal braces use a combination of metal brackets, archwires and ligatures (elastic bands) to straighten teeth. They’re the ‘original’ braces. However, developments in technology mean the brackets are now much smaller, less bulky and more comfortable to wear.
Ceramic braces

Ceramic braces are much like traditional fixed metal braces, the difference being the brackets are made from ceramic material and are tooth-coloured, making them less visible. Ceramic brackets are also smoother and stronger than those used for traditional braces.
Self-ligating braces

Self-ligating braces use brackets that have a sliding mechanism, which allows for the archwire to move in response to your teeth. This means they operate with much less friction and there is no need for the elastic bands used with traditional braces. The Damon system of self-ligating braces is the most popular.
Lingual braces

Lingual braces are attached to the back surface of your teeth. Aside from the aesthetic benefits, one of the advantages of lingual braces is that there is less risk of decalcification. This is because the inside surface of your teeth is more robust. Incognito is a well-known brand of lingual braces,
Our Orthodontic Team

Dr Guilherme M. Xavier
BDS, PGDip, MSc, MOrth (RCSEd), PhD, FHEA
GDC registration number – 228179
- Specialist Orthodontist
- Guy’s Hospital Lecturer in Orthodontics
- National and International Lecturer
- Published in worldwide journal and undertakes research at Kings College London, one of the world leading dental institutes.
Dr Guilherme M. Xavier, completed a postgraduate diploma in Orthodontics and an MSc in Pharmacology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the same institution. In 2007 he started his PhD at King’s College London, sponsored by two prestigious awards (ALBAN and ORSAS). In 2013, he was appointed as an Academic Clinical Lecturer and honorary specialist registrar in Orthodontics at King’s College London; splitting his time between research and further clinical training in Orthodontics. His research led to several scientific publications in peer reviewed journals and his findings have been presented both abroad and throughout the UK. He qualified with a Distinction in his Master of Science in Orthodontics from King’s College London and was awarded the Professor Philip Walther Prize for the most outstanding performance. He also attained the Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) with The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Dr Xavier also actively pursues a significant role in academic teaching and is dedicated to bringing state of the art orthodontics to Dulwich Dental Office exclusively. Guilherme prides himself in the quality of his clinical care and continuing education. He is an expert in fixed and removable orthodontics, with an attention to detail. The Dulwich Dental Office team is unique in that if after orthodontics small adjustments to the shape or size of the teeth are required, this can be done by our world-class smile makeover experts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Other Specialist Dental Treatments

INVISALIGN
Straightens your teeth discreetly with a series of clear aligners
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FACIAL AESTHETICS
Safe and effective line and wrinkle treatments
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ORTHODONTICS
Choose from a range of teeth straightening treatments
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PERIODONTAL THERAPY
Treatment and prevention of gum disease
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ENDODONTICS
Root canal treatment to save the root of a tooth
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ORAL SURGERY
Complex dental surgery
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ALL-ON-4 IMPLANTS
Lose teeth in their upper or lower jaw because of tooth decay
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OTHER DENTAL TREATMENTS AVAILABLE

GENERAL DENTISTRY
We have a range of core therapies, from bridges, crowns, root canal and dentures through to Oral Cancer Screening.

COSMETIC DENTISTRY
From smile makeovers and tooth whitening to invisibraces. We offer a wide range of cosmetic services to guarantee a great smile in 6 months
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