Dr. Rich Hardie, D.D.S., M.S.
OrthodonticsNPI: 1689719668
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Dr. Rich Hardie is a board-certified orthodontist in Escondido with 19 years of experience helping patients achieve healthier, more confident smiles. He earned his Master's degree in Craniofacial Biology from the University of Southern California and holds lifetime certification from the American Board of Orthodontics. Dr. Hardie offers a full range of treatment options, including clear aligners, ceramic braces, metal braces, and the latest technology like Invisalign® and self-ligating braces. He believes orthodontics is the best job in the world because it improves not just smiles, but people's entire lives, and he's known for solving problems with practical common sense and a genuine gift for connecting with patients. He's currently accepting new patients and is highly respected by local dental specialists who refer their own families to his practice.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Texas A&m University Health Science Center / Baylor College Of DentistryMedical School, 1990
- Missouri State University
- Vanderbilt University
- University Of Southern California / School Of DentistryResidency Hospital, 1992
- University of Southern California Orthodontic Program (Certificate in Orthodontics, Master's degree in Craniofacial Biology)
- Baylor College of Dentistry (DDS, graduated with honors)
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics – Lifetime Diplomate
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 02/20/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Clarity™ ceramic braces
- Empower® self-ligating braces
- Invisalign®
- Latest computer technology
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
- California Association of Orthodontists
- San Diego Academy of Orthodontists (former President)
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- San Diego Dental Society
- San Diego Young Orthodontists Study Club
- Orthodontic Pearls online study club
- Orthopreneurs online study club
- Pitts 21 Orthodontic online study club
Beyond the Office
Local dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists, and endodontists refer their families to his practice
Met his wife Cynthia in pre-school
Played Pop Warner football with Brad Pitt (claims he was the second cutest kid on the team)
High school student body president and co-captain of state champion football team
Fraternity president at Missouri State University
Student body president at Baylor College of Dentistry
Has two sons: William (Arizona State University graduate with MBA from University of Oregon) and Andrew (University of San Diego graduate, banker in La Jolla)
Had two West Highland White Terriers named Dolly and Callie (recently deceased)
Sister is an attorney in Missouri married to another orthodontist
Dogs' grandmother was the dog on the Cesar dog food label
Interests include USC football, fantasy football (manages 'Hardie Boyz' franchise), Padres Baseball, local high school sports, cooking, entertaining, traveling, and riding a BMW touring motorcycle
Lives near Lake Escondido with family
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