The person behind The London OT
Meet Sarah
Macdonald
Orthodontic Therapist · Educator · Speaker
Sarah is a London-based Orthodontic Therapist with 14 years of experience, a particular interest in fixed bonded retainers and a growing role in professional education, training and speaking.
Professional background
A career grounded
in clinical practice.
Sarah qualified as an Orthodontic Therapist through the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2012 and is registered with the General Dental Council, GDC 207580.
Since qualifying, she has worked across a range of orthodontic and dental settings, developing extensive hands-on experience in fixed appliances, clear aligners, retention and fixed bonded retainers.
Her clinical work is complemented by a strong interest in practical education and helping Orthodontic Therapists develop confidence, consistency and efficiency in everyday practice.
Fixed retainers
A particular focus.
Practical expertise.
Fixed bonded retainers have become one of Sarah’s best-known clinical interests. Her work includes placement, repair, replacement, finishing and long-term retention advice, as well as teaching other dental professionals practical fixed-retainer techniques.
Education & teaching
From clinical practice
to shared knowledge.
Sarah created The London OT as a platform to connect clinical practice with professional education. She has delivered Orthodontic Therapist Masterclasses, hands-on training, in-house workshops and educational sessions for dental professionals.
Her teaching style focuses on practical clinical skills, realistic workflows and techniques that can be taken directly back into practice.
Speaking & industry
Connecting people.
Advancing education.
Alongside clinical work, Sarah speaks at professional events and collaborates with dental companies and organisations on education, content and clinical training.
She is particularly interested in projects that improve orthodontic education, retention protocols and the role of Orthodontic Therapists within modern dental teams.
Awards & credentials
Experience.
Recognition.
Commitment.
Best Orthodontic Therapist
Oral Health Awards 2021
Clinical Dentistry Awards 2024
Sarah Macdonald
Orthodontic Therapist
GDC 207580
General Dental Council registration
Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Qualified 2012
One consistent aim