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Dr. Sharon Orton-Gibbs

BDS, FDS, D.Orth, M.Orth, MSc

GDC Registration Number 58428

She is well regarded by both fellow orthodontists and local dentists (indeed, over the years she has treated members of many of her referring dentists’ families) with a reputation for delivering great smiles and excellent facial aesthetics.

Her leadership of Walpole – The Orthodontic Specialists has been crucial to its success and position. She was one of the first Specialist Orthodontists to use Invisalign appliances, before that technology was made available to general  dentists, and was among the first to use several other technologies including an easy to use device to accelerate treatment.

Sharon is particularly highly regarded for her work with younger children, achieving excellent results, frequently without the need for extractions.

• Awarded Honours for Degree at Bristol university
• Joined Walpole in 1987. Principal since 1995
• NHS consultant for 12 years, lead clinician 6 years and 8 clinical excellence awards
• International lecturer and London postgraduate teacher
• Publications in British, European and American Journals
• Leader in innovative technology
• Advisor for AcceleDent Company and patient education software company
• Member of: British Orthodontic society, European Orthodontic Society, American Orthodontic Society, World Orthodontic society, British Lingual Orthodontic Society
• Sharon is married with 2 children and enjoys skiing, walking, cycling, acoustic music, travel, international cuisine and interior design.

We found Dr. Orton-Gibbs to be very understanding of our children, highly knowledgeable of her profession, and both reliable and accessible.

Carol Shaw - mum of children age 7 and 11.

Sharon is a caring orthodontist. She was both thoughtful and responsible throughout my treatment... The rest of the staff were also great, and I never felt like 'just a patient'. The practice is a nice little community in itself.

Tara - age 38