Med. Dent. David Raickovic
Spoken languages:
Top skills:
Orthodontics
Invisalign
Metal Braces
Med. Dent. David Raickovic is athird-generation orthodontist who graduated from the School of Dental Medicineat the University of Zagreb before completing an Orthodontic Residency at NewYork University College of Dentistry. After honing his skills in privatepractice in New York, he became one of the top 1% Invisalign Diamond Providersglobally in 2019 and has since lectured and mentored dental professionalsacross more than 20 countries.
Co-founder of Alpine Smiles in Lugano,Med. Dent. Raickovic brings a rare combination of academic training,international clinical experience, and a deep passion for clear aligner therapyto every patient he treats.
Fun fact: Outside the clinic he finds joyin playing the piano, flying, and sailing. But his deepest passion remainstransforming his patients lives by creating beautiful, healthy smiles that givethem confidence.
Education and training:
- New York University College of Dentistry,Orthodontic Residency (2012-2013)
- School of Dental Medicine, University ofZagreb, Orthodontics Specialist (2014-2016)
- School of Dental Medicine, University ofZagreb, DMD Dentistry (1999-2007)
Professional experience:
- Alpine Smiles, Lugano, Co-Founder from 2024
- TPAO Congress, Clinical Director from 2021
- Private practice, London, Orthodontist from 2021
- Private practice, Split, Croatia, Owner from 2019
- City of London Dental School, Module Director (2021-2022)
- Private practice, Zagreb, Associate Orthodontist (2017-2020)
- Private practice, Split, Croatia,Co-Owner (2008-2019)
Find our clinic
We are at: Via Pico 19, 6900 Lugano - Switzerland
Bus
Take Bus No. 3 to Cassarate, Scuole and walk approximately 3 minutes along Via del Tiglio, or take Bus No. 2 to Cassarate, Monte Brè followed by a 5-minute uphill walk along Via Pico to our clinic.
Bicycle
Bike kiosks are available at Parco Giochi on Via del Tiglio, just around the corner from Alpine Smiles.
Parking
We have two private parking spots directly in front of the clinic. Free blue zone parking is also available on the surrounding streets. The nearest paid car park is Parcheggio Piazza Riscossa.
Ferry
Take the ferry to the Cassarate stop, next to the Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola and the Funicolare Monte Brè. From there follow Via Pico uphill to our clinic.