Braces in Dubai
A straighter smile, with specialist care.
A straighter smile starts with understanding how your teeth fit together. At Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic, our specialist and consultant orthodontists plan treatment around your bite, oral health and the changes you would like to see. Whether you are considering braces for yourself or your child, we help you understand your options and make an informed choice.
Explore fixed braces and clear aligners, with a recommendation guided by your clinical needs and everyday life. From your first consultation to wearing retainers, your care follows a treatment plan developed specifically for you.
Alignment and balance
Benefits of dental braces
- Straighter teeth and a more balanced smile
- Improved alignment of your teeth and bite
- Closure of unwanted spaces, where appropriate
- Correction of crowding and rotated teeth
- Easier cleaning once overlapping teeth are aligned
Orthodontic treatment considers both the position of individual teeth and the way your upper and lower teeth meet. Carefully planned tooth movement can address crowding, gaps and certain bite problems. Your orthodontist assesses the whole bite before recommending how to create space, guide movement and finish treatment.
Healthy teeth and gums are the foundation of that plan. We check for conditions that need attention and explain the changes you can reasonably expect. Regular reviews and careful cleaning help protect your oral health during treatment. Afterwards, retainers help maintain the new alignment, so looking after your smile continues beyond the day your braces are removed.
Braces and clear aligners
Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners to guide tooth movement. You take them out for meals and cleaning, then wear them for the hours prescribed. Suitability depends on your bite, the movements required and your ability to follow the wear schedule.
Traditional metal braces use stainless steel brackets and wires to move teeth with controlled pressure. They remain fixed throughout treatment and can address a wide range of alignment and bite concerns. Your orthodontist adjusts them as your treatment progresses.
Lingual braces sit behind the teeth, keeping the brackets out of view from the front. Incognito appliances are customised to fit your teeth. Your orthodontist will explain their suitability, the cleaning involved and how your speech and comfort may initially change.
Ceramic braces use tooth-coloured or clear brackets for a less noticeable appearance. They work with an archwire, much like metal braces. They may appeal if you prefer a discreet fixed option, with suitability guided by your bite and oral care needs.
Damon braces use built-in clips to hold the archwire, a design known as self-ligation. They offer another fixed-appliance option for suitable cases. Your orthodontist will explain how the system works and whether it fits your bite and treatment plan.
Myobrace is a removable appliance system used in selected children to address oral habits as part of early orthodontic care. It requires consistent use and professional supervision. An assessment helps establish whether it is appropriate and whether further treatment may be needed.
When should you consider braces?
- Crowded, crooked or rotated teet
- Gaps or unwanted spaces between teeth
- Upper front teeth that project forwards
- A deep bite or lower teeth biting ahead
- Front teeth that do not meet when biting
- Upper teeth biting inside the lower teeth
- Teeth that have shifted after previous treatment
You do not need to know which appliance you want before booking an assessment. Bring the concerns you have about your smile, along with any questions about treatment. We examine your teeth, gums and bite, then explain whether orthodontic care could help. Some concerns need other dental treatment or a combined approach; your recommendation will reflect what is appropriate for you.
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Your braces treatment at Dr. Michael’s
Consultation and assessment
Your first visit is a conversation about what you would like to change, followed by an assessment of your teeth, gums and bite. Photographs, scans or X-rays may be recommended to complete the picture. We discuss your dental history and any concerns about appearance, comfort or fitting treatment into daily life.
A plan built around your needs
Your orthodontist explains the suitable options, expected treatment time and proposed fee. You can discuss the differences between appliances and understand the benefits, limitations and risks before deciding. If creating space, removing teeth or involving another dental specialist is recommended, we explain why and how it fits into your plan.
Preparing for treatment
Before braces are fitted, your teeth and gums need to be ready. Any necessary treatment for decay or gum problems is addressed first. We explain how to clean around your appliance and the habits that will help protect your teeth, so you begin with a clear understanding of your part in treatment.
Fitting your braces
For fixed braces, brackets are bonded to the teeth and an archwire is placed to guide movement. Your orthodontist checks the appliance and explains what to expect during the first few days. You leave with advice on eating, cleaning and managing initial tenderness, including when to contact the clinic.
Regular reviews and adjustments
At review appointments, we assess how your teeth are moving, check your oral health and adjust the appliance as needed. Appointment intervals depend on your plan. These visits also give you time to discuss comfort, cleaning and any questions, with changes to treatment explained as your care progresses.
Removal and retention
Once the planned tooth movements are complete, your braces are removed and your bite is checked. Retainers help hold the new alignment. We explain the type recommended for you, how to wear and clean it, and the follow-up care needed to support your results over time.
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FAQs
Braces treatment at Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic starts from AED 8,000. This is a starting price, not a fixed final fee for every patient. Your fee is confirmed after an orthodontic assessment and depends on the treatment recommended for you.
The type of appliance, complexity of tooth movement, bite correction and expected treatment duration can all affect the overall fee. Any dental care needed before or alongside orthodontic treatment also needs to be considered.
Your personalised quotation sets out the proposed treatment and its fee. Before proceeding, confirm which appointments, diagnostic records, retainers and any additional care are included. Our team can explain your quotation so you understand the plan before making a decision.
The right choice depends on your bite, the movements your teeth need and what you can comfortably manage day to day. Fixed braces remain attached to your teeth. Clear aligners are removable but require consistent wear. Appearance, cleaning and your treatment goals all form part of the discussion.
Some patients need space created to align crowded teeth. Extractions may be recommended in certain cases, but this can only be decided after a full assessment. Your orthodontist will explain the reasons and suitable alternatives.
The treatment summaries above link to our dedicated pages for more detail. At your consultation, we bring those choices back to your own teeth and explain the recommendation, rather than asking you to choose an appliance on appearance alone.
Comprehensive fixed-brace treatment commonly takes around 18–24 months. Some straightforward cases need less time, while complex bite problems can take longer. Your orthodontist provides an individual estimate after assessing your teeth and the changes required.
Treatment progresses through planned stages, and teeth can look straighter before the bite and root positions are ready for completion. Attending reviews, caring for your appliance and wearing any prescribed elastics help treatment stay on course. If your progress changes the expected timeline, this can be discussed at your review. Retainer wear continues after active treatment ends.
Yes. Treatment can be considered at different ages when the teeth and supporting tissues are healthy enough. Adults may seek help with long-standing crowding, bite concerns or teeth that have moved after earlier treatment. Gum health and existing dental work are considered when planning care.
For children, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic check-up by age seven. An early visit does not mean braces are needed immediately. It allows the orthodontist to assess development and explain whether to monitor growth, consider early care or wait until more permanent teeth have come through.
Some tenderness is common after fitting or adjustments and usually settles within a few days. Softer foods can help initially, and orthodontic wax may ease rubbing from brackets. Contact the clinic if discomfort persists or a wire or bracket breaks.
Brush thoroughly with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth and around the appliance using the aids your dental team recommends. Avoid hard or sticky foods that can damage braces, limit sugary snacks and drinks, and continue your regular dental check-ups. For contact sports, ask about a mouthguard suitable for braces.
Orthodontic treatment carries risks, including enamel marks, decay, gum problems and shortening of tooth roots. Your orthodontist explains the risks relevant to your case before treatment. Good cleaning and regular monitoring help reduce avoidable problems. Tell us about any changes in your oral health so they can be assessed promptly.
Yes. Teeth can move throughout life, so retainers are an essential part of maintaining your new alignment. Your orthodontist may recommend a removable retainer, a fixed wire behind the teeth, or a combination, with a wearing schedule suited to your case.
Long-term wear is commonly advised, often at night for removable retainers once the initial phase is complete. Clean them as instructed and attend the checks recommended for you. If a retainer is lost, damaged or no longer fits, contact the clinic promptly. Avoid waiting for visible movement before seeking advice. Read more about retainers.
