Orthodontics at SwissMed Clinic
Orthodontic care at SwissMed Clinic in Dubai improves the way teeth look and function while protecting long term oral health. Treatment plans are personalised after a careful assessment of tooth position, bite relationships, jaw growth, airway considerations, and lifestyle. Planning is supported by clinical photographs, digital scans, and on-site OPG or CBCT imaging when it adds diagnostic value. You receive a clear outline of options, timelines, fees, and aftercare before treatment begins.
Braces: Metal and Ceramic
Braces remain a reliable way to correct crowding, spacing, rotations, and bite discrepancies. Modern low-profile metal brackets are strong and efficient, which is helpful for complex movements. Tooth-coloured ceramic brackets blend with enamel for a more discreet appearance in social and professional settings. Your orthodontist will discuss which system suits your case, the expected pace of movement, hygiene requirements around brackets and wires, and how elastics may be used to fine tune the bite. Appointments are scheduled at comfortable intervals to adjust the appliance and check progress.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners, such as Invisalign, straighten teeth with a series of removable trays that are changed on a planned schedule. Each aligner makes a small, controlled movement, allowing gradual alignment with minimal disruption to daily life. Because aligners are removed for eating and cleaning, oral hygiene is straightforward and dietary restrictions are minimal. Success depends on wearing the trays as prescribed, usually most of the day and overnight. Complex cases can often be treated with aligners when supported by precision attachments and elastics, and your orthodontist will explain when braces would be a faster or more predictable alternative.
Space Maintainers for Children
When a child loses a baby tooth earlier than expected, adjacent teeth can drift into the gap and block the path for the adult tooth. A space maintainer holds the space open until eruption, which supports healthy alignment and may reduce the need for extensive treatment later. The device is simple, comfortable, and monitored at review visits to ensure it remains clean and secure. Parents receive clear guidance on brushing, diet, and wear, and the maintainer is removed at the right time to allow the adult tooth to come through normally.
Jaw Alignment Correction
Jaw alignment affects both appearance and function. In growing children and adolescents, targeted appliances can guide jaw relationships and correct crossbites or overbites while growth is still active. In adults, bite correction is achieved by coordinated tooth movements, and in selected cases by combining orthodontics with jaw surgery for a stable, harmonious result. Planning focuses on airway, joint comfort, and long term stability, not only on the way teeth look when you smile.
Your Assessment and Treatment Journey
Your first visit includes a detailed consultation to understand goals and concerns, followed by photographs and digital records. When wider or three-dimensional views will influence planning, OPG or CBCT imaging is arranged on site. You receive a written plan that explains the steps involved, the expected duration, appointment frequency, hygiene requirements, and any special instructions such as elastic wear. Treatment is delivered with gentle technique and clear communication, and progress is reviewed at planned intervals. At the end of active treatment you move to retention to protect the result.
Retention and Aftercare
Teeth have a natural tendency to drift, so retainers are essential once alignment is complete. Your orthodontist will recommend a combination of fixed retainers behind the teeth and removable night retainers based on your case. Reviews are scheduled to check fit, bite stability, and hygiene around retainers. You will receive practical guidance on cleaning routines and how to replace a lost retainer quickly to prevent relapse.
Frequently asked questions Orthodontics
What problems can orthodontics fix
Orthodontics can correct crowding, spacing, rotations, protrusion, crossbites, open bites, deep bites, and many jaw relationship issues. Your plan is tailored to the pattern of tooth and jaw positions seen in your records.
How long does treatment take
Simple alignment may take several months. Comprehensive correction of bite and crowding often takes longer. Your orthodontist will provide a realistic timeframe after the initial assessment.
Are braces or aligners painful
You may feel pressure or mild tenderness for a short period after an adjustment or after starting a new aligner. This usually settles within a few days and can be managed with routine pain relief and a soft diet.
Should I choose ceramic braces or metal braces
Both are effective. Ceramic braces are more discreet and are often chosen for social reasons, while metal braces are slightly smaller and can be more durable in high bite-force situations. Your clinician will match the appliance to your clinical needs and preferences.
Are clear aligners as effective as braces
Aligners are very effective for many alignment problems and can handle complex movements with modern protocols. Some bite corrections are faster or more predictable with braces. Your assessment will explain the best route for your goals.
What age is best for an orthodontic check
A first review around the age of six to seven allows early problems to be identified while growth can be guided. Many children start treatment later when the adult teeth have erupted, and adults can benefit at any age.
Will I need teeth removed
Extractions are considered only when space cannot be created predictably with expansion, interproximal reduction, or growth guidance. Your plan will explain why extractions are, or are not, recommended.
Do I have to wear retainers after treatment
Yes. Retainers hold teeth in their new positions while surrounding tissues stabilise. Your orthodontist will specify the type and wear schedule and will review retainers at follow up visits.
Book Your Orthodontic Consultation
If you would like straighter teeth, an improved bite, or guidance for your child’s jaw growth, contact SwissMed Clinic in Dubai to arrange an orthodontic assessment. We will evaluate your case carefully, explain options in clear language, and plan treatment for a stable, natural-looking result.
