Photo of Dr. John Michael Tilghman, D.D.S.,M.S.

Dr. John Michael Tilghman, D.D.S.,M.S.

Orthodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

NPI: 1346417482

Is this your practice?

Claim this profile to update your information, add photos, and connect with patients.

Claim This Profile

Contact Information

Address

1324 BELMONT AVE
SUITE 104
Salisbury, MD 21804

Get Directions

Fax

(410) 742-0995

Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(2 reviews)
Rating via Healthgrades

About This Provider

Dr. John Tilghman is an orthodontist in Salisbury, MD, with 18 years of experience creating beautiful smiles for patients of all ages. He graduated second in his class from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry and completed a specialized three-year orthodontic residency there. Dr. Tilghman offers many treatment options, including clear aligners (Invisalign and Smiles Correct), clear braces, and traditional metal braces for children, teens, and adults. He's been recognized as a top orthodontic practice by Coastal Style Magazine for ten years and recently won "Best in Health Care 2025" from Metropolitan Magazine. At Tilghman Orthodontics, Dr. Tilghman and his team focus on making you feel heard and cared for while giving you the excellent orthodontic treatment you deserve, and he's currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • James Madison UniversityUndergraduate School, 1989
  • Bachelor of Science, James Madison University
  • University Of Maryland School Of Dentistry1996
  • Three-year Orthodontic Residency, University of Maryland
  • Dental School (graduated second in class)

Credential: D.D.S.,M.S.

NPI registered: 05/08/2008

Are you this provider? Claim your profile to add your education and training details.

Areas of Focus

Clear aligners (Invisalign and Smiles Correct)Clear bracesMetal bracesFamily orthodontics (children, teens, and adults)

Technology & Equipment

  • State of the art technology
  • Invisalign clear aligners
  • Smiles Correct in-office clear aligners

Awards & Recognition

  • Best in Health Care 2025 from Metropolitan Magazine
  • Consistently recognized by Coastal Style Magazine as a top orthodontic practice for the past ten years
  • Featured in: Innovative Solutions, The Faces of Dental Innovation, and 2019 Health Experts

Beyond the Office

Dr. Tilghman loves shaping beautiful smiles that build confidence

Described as a 'people person' by patients

Provider information is sourced from the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) maintained by CMS. Information may not reflect the most current data. Providers can claim their profile to update and verify their details.

Dr. John Michael Tilghman, D.D.S.,M.S. - Orthodontics - Salisbury, MD | My Specialty Dentist