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Dr. Richard L. Jacobson — Dr. Richard L. Jacobson
Dr. Jacobson is a recognized expert, clinician, and researcher in orthodontics for children and adults. He has been in practice for over 30 years and has analyzed, documented, and completed treatment on over 12,000 patients. Dr. Jacobson has advanced training and extensive experience in orthodontics for jaw surgery, jaw and bite disorders, temporomandibular joint disorders and obstructive sleep apnea.
The core of his treatment philosophy is directed toward progressively enhancing the overall health, optimal function, and natural aesthetics of his patients. His treatment is preventative, interceptive, corrective, and bio-mimetic. Dr. Jacobson received his postdoctoral certification at the UCLA School of Dentistry’s Department of Orthodontics in 1981.
He then pursued advanced training in jaw and bite disorders at the UCLA Temporomandibular Joint Department earning a master’s degree in oral biology in 1983. Over the next five years, he received additional training at the American Institute of Bio-progressive Education where he was invited to teach with one of his mentors Dr. Robert M Ricketts, world renown for his contributions to the profession of orthodontics and his expertise in temporomandibular joint disorders and orthodontics for jaw surgery.
Dr. Jacobson later befriended Tom Graber DDS MS PHD and incorporates his teachings into his lectures, presentations and clinical practice in Pacific Palisades, CA.
Dr. Jacobson is a recognized expert, clinician, and researcher in orthodontics for children and adults. He has been in practice for over 30 years and has analyzed, documented, and completed treatment on over 12,000 patients. Dr. Jacobson has advanced training and extensive experience in orthodontics for jaw surgery, jaw and bite disorders, temporomandibular joint disorders and obstructive sleep apnea.
The core of his treatment philosophy is directed toward progressively enhancing the overall health, optimal function, and natural aesthetics of his patients. His treatment is preventative, interceptive, corrective, and bio-mimetic. Dr. Jacobson received his postdoctoral certification at the UCLA School of Dentistry’s Department of Orthodontics in 1981.
He then pursued advanced training in jaw and bite disorders at the UCLA Temporomandibular Joint Department earning a master’s degree in oral biology in 1983. Over the next five years, he received additional training at the American Institute of Bio-progressive Education where he was invited to teach with one of his mentors Dr. Robert M Ricketts, world renown for his contributions to the profession of orthodontics and his expertise in temporomandibular joint disorders and orthodontics for jaw surgery.
Dr. Jacobson later befriended Tom Graber DDS MS PHD and incorporates his teachings into his lectures, presentations and clinical practice in Pacific Palisades, CA.

Mikael — Mikael
IT/3D Imaging Specialist

Ashley — Ashley
Orthodontic and Surgical Assistant

Zita — Zita
Director, Radiology and 3D Imaging

Gracie — Gracie
Surgical Assistant/Aesthetician

Kimberly — Kimberly
Patient Relations Director

Gabriella — Gabriella
Orthodontic Assistant

Gloria — Gloria
Orthodontic/Surgical Assistant

Mariel — Mariel
Orthodontic Assistant/Imaging Specialist

Stacy — Stacy
Orthodontic/Surgical Assistant

Elena — Elena
Facilities Manager

Dr. Arifa — Dr. Arifa
M.D./Chief Administrator, Med Center Los Angeles (parent company of OCLA)

Maddy — Maddy
X-Ray and Imaging Specialist/Orthodontic Assistant

BUSINESS HOURS

Mon-Fri: 8:30am – 5:30pm
Weekends: By appointment

TELEPHONE

(310) 454-0317

ADDRESS

Richard L. Jacobson D.M.D MS | Orthodontic Center LA

881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 200
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

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