WHY CHOOSE US?
Gentleness -and not speed- is our Cardinal Virtue.
 
Dr. Santoro became an orthodontist for the lifetime joy of progressing along with young generations.
She combines decades of solid clinical experience with professional leadership and a strong scientific background.
 
Experience has taught Dr. Santoro to personally test theory before applying it to patient care.
In orthodontics, many technical innovations are not holding up to scientific analysis.  The orthodontist role should be one of patient protection from pseudo-science.
 
Dr. Santoro's philosophy has traditionally been to practice in a “Small Operation” office that strives for excellence and grows by word-of-mouth from Well Treated, Happy Families.
While many orthodontists operate by delegating to personnel, at Acton Orthodontic Associates every single patient is personally treated by Dr. Santoro and not by an assistant. No case is too difficult!
 
Rest assured we implement all Disinfection Protocols recommended by the WHO, CDC, ADA, AAO, and we have designed targeted pathways to address the current emergency.
 
A Highly Qualified Small Operation Practice is the SAFEST place to be during an emergency!
 
Call us today to Start Your Journey to
              a Captivating Smile!!!!

OFFICE HOURS

To ensure a pleasant experience and timely treatment appointments for our patients, our office services  are scheduled by appointment, including emergencies.

Our schedule does change to accommodate patients' requests, and the office personnel is available each day of the week, at very convenient hours to accommodate school and families busy schedules. 
We offer extended evening hours several times a month. 
Please call our office for details and for INSURANCE information.

For emergencies you can consult the  emergency page, or call the office. 
Our caring staff is available 7 days a week to take care of serious emergencies. Our service checks the phone messages regularly for emergency calls.

Practice History

Dr. Jack Flanagan, founder of the practice, established his trusted presence in the community in the early 70's.
Dr. Alan Berko followed in Dr. Flanagan's footsteps providing excellent orthodontic treatment to children and adults of Acton, Concord and surrounding areas for more than 20 years before retiring.
With Dr. Margherita Santoro at the helm, the practice entered a new state-of-the-art phase, integrating tradition, scientific evidence and continuity.

Acton Orthodontic Associates
418 Massachusetts Avenue
Acton, MA 01720
Telephone:  (978) 263-8388

DIRECTIONS
The office is in the Acton Dental Building  which is located at
418 Massachusetts Avenue (Route 111) and  next to the Bank of America ATM and on the hill across the street from Starbucks.    Please call if you need more specific directions.