Glance around any dental practice, and you’ll likely see walls full of certificates. But not all of them tell you much. One does however. Dr Riaan Foot was honoured with the ASO NSW Award for Best Treated Case during his training at the University of Sydney – not your average participation trophy.
The Australian Society of Orthodontists (ASO) doesn’t hand these out to just any orthodontist. The Society represents every registered orthodontist across Australia and sets the gold standard for treatment quality. Each year, they pore over numerous cases to find the ones that truly stand out. Dr Riaan’s case made the cut based on real patient results judged by the most esteemed minds in orthodontics.
What Makes a Case Worthy of the Award?
The ASO judges weren’t swayed by impressive before-and-after photos (though Dr Riaan’s stunning results do speak for themselves). They evaluated four key areas that separate good orthodontic work from exceptional care:
- Diagnostic accuracy
- Treatment planning
- Execution of complex orthodontic cases
- Patient outcomes over time
It’s a thorough process, and Dr Riaan met every benchmark with remarkable skill and precision.
Why This Recognition Matters to You
While awards are nice and all, what does this actually mean when you’re sitting in our chair? Quite a lot, actually.
Precision in Every Detail
When your or a loved one becomes a patient at Wavescape Orthodontics, you can be confident knowing that Dr Riaan will bring the same meticulous approach to your case as he did to his award-winning work.
Every measurement, every adjustment, every follow-up appointment is planned with the kind of attention to detail that gets noticed by industry leaders. “Excellence isn’t about one perfect case,” he explains. “It’s about bringing that same level of care to every patient, every time.”
Have a Complex Case? No Worries
Whether you have a straightforward alignment issue or something more complex (e.g., jaw problems, severe crowding, or tricky bite issues), Dr Riaan has the proven skills to handle it. The ASO award specifically recognised his ability to manage complex cases – something that gives you confidence when your situation isn’t textbook simple.
Achieve Beautiful Results That Last
Dr Riaan’s award-winning approach focuses on long-term stability, proper jaw function, and sustainable results. Your investment should pay dividends for decades, not just look good in your graduation or wedding photos or selfies with mates.
Ready to experience exceptional orthodontic care for yourself? Book your consultation with Dr Riaan and discover why the ASO recognised his work as setting the standard for excellence.