Dr. Margherita Santoro, DDS
OrthodonticsNPI: 1396033718
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Dr. Margherita Santoro is a board-certified orthodontist with 15 years of experience helping patients of all ages achieve healthier smiles. Based in Acton, MA, she specializes in treating complex cases, including braces, Invisalign, and problems related to growth and surgery, and she personally treats every patient herself. Dr. Santoro earned her degrees from Columbia University and served as a professor and program director there before bringing her expertise to Massachusetts. She believes in gentleness over speed and carefully tests new techniques before using them—making sure her patients receive only the best care. She's accepting new patients and would love to help you or your family achieve the smile you've always wanted.
Specialties
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and face
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Education & Training
- 3-year Orthodontic Degree from Columbia University
- Master Degree in Dental Science from Columbia University
- D.D.S. from Columbia University, New York
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics Certification
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 07/19/2011
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- E.H. Angle Society of Orthodontists (Past President)
- Northeastern Society of Orthodontists
- American Dental Association
- Massachusetts Dental Society
- American Cleft-Palate Craniofacial Association
- Orthodontic Alumni Society of Columbia University (Past President)
- Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon
- Invisalign Premiere Provider
Awards & Recognition
- Orthodontic Alumni Award for Clinical Excellence
- Award for Research Excellence
- Subtenly, Baker, Eastman Award from American Association of Orthodontists Foundation (2004)
- Barney Swain Award from E.H. Angle Society of Orthodontists (2025)
- Featured by the American Board of Orthodontics Behind the Smile Campaign
Beyond the Office
Associate Professor at Columbia University (1998-2011)
Postdoctoral Program Director of the Division of Orthodontics at Columbia University (2005-2011)
Responsible Orthodontist of the Craniofacial/Cleft Palate Team at Columbia University/Presbyterian Hospital
Maintains part-time research affiliation with Columbia University
Extensive national and international lecturer
Past President of Columbia University Orthodontic Alumni Society
Past President of Eastern Chapter of E.H. Angle Society of Orthodontists
Served on Editorial Boards of American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Angle Orthodontist, World Journal of Orthodontics, and Orthodontic Practice
Became an orthodontist for the lifetime joy of progressing along with young generations
Practiced clinical orthodontics in Manhattan for 14 years before moving to Massachusetts
Research activities focused on study of metal alloys in cooperation with the School of Engineering at Columbia University
Publications included in the reading list for American Board of Orthodontics Exams
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