Orthodontics in Jumeirah, Dubai
Invisalign, clear aligners and braces in Jumeirah, Dubai
Straighter teeth do not have to mean aggressive dentistry. Your treatment is planned and led by Dr. Khalid Aletaibi from a digital scan and a full assessment of your whole mouth, then delivered together with our clinical team using the approach that suits your case. We aim for alignment that protects your enamel, your bite and your long term health, not only the look of the front teeth.
- DHA-licensed dentist
- Digitally planned, conservative
- Jumeirah, Dubai
- Open daily, 9am to 9pm
Which option is right for me?
For most adults with mild to moderate crowding or spacing who want something discreet, clear aligners such as Invisalign are a comfortable, removable option. Braces, in metal or ceramic, are often a better fit for more complex movements or for younger patients who are still growing. There is no single answer that is right for everyone. Your plan is decided from your digital scan, your bite and your own goals, and it is discussed with you before anything begins.
Your options
Invisalign
A series of custom, discreet removable aligners made from digital scans of your teeth. You wear each set for most of the day and move to the next stage as your teeth shift. Dr. Khalid Aletaibi is an Invisalign provider and plans your case in the clinic.
Best for
Adults and older teenagers with mild to moderate crowding, spacing or relapse after earlier treatment, who prefer a removable, discreet option and are happy to wear the aligners consistently.
Clear aligners
Removable transparent aligners from other established aligner systems, working on the same digital planning principle as Invisalign. After your assessment we select the system that suits your case and your budget.
Best for
Patients who want a removable, discreet aligner and would like to look at options beyond a single brand, usually for mild to moderate correction.
Braces (metal and ceramic)
Fixed brackets and wires bonded to the teeth and adjusted over time. Metal braces are hard wearing and efficient, while ceramic braces use tooth coloured brackets to be less noticeable. Both stay in place throughout treatment.
Best for
More complex crowding, bite corrections and cases that need precise control, and younger patients who may not wear a removable appliance consistently.
Aligners and braces at a glance
| Clear aligners / Invisalign | Braces | |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Transparent and hard to notice during normal wear. | Metal brackets are visible; ceramic brackets are tooth coloured and less noticeable. |
| Removable | Taken out to eat, drink and brush. | Fixed in place for the whole treatment. |
| Comfort and feel | Smooth plastic with no brackets; some tightness is normal when you change to a new set. | Brackets and wires can rub at first and are adjusted periodically. |
| Typical suitability | Well suited to mild and moderate cases when worn consistently. | Handle a wide range of cases, including more complex movements. |
| Cleaning and care | Brush and floss as normal with the aligners out, then clean the aligners separately. | Careful brushing and flossing around the brackets and wires is needed. |
| Appointments and monitoring | Periodic check-ins to monitor progress and hand over new stages. | Regular visits to adjust the wires. |
| Retention afterwards | Retainers are worn afterwards to hold the result. | Retainers are worn afterwards to hold the result. |
How your treatment works with us
Consultation and whole mouth assessment
You meet Dr. Khalid Aletaibi for an unhurried consultation. He looks at more than alignment, checking the health of your teeth, gums and bite so the plan considers your whole mouth.
Digital scan and treatment plan
A digital scan captures your teeth without messy impressions. Dr. Khalid plans the tooth movements and reviews the options, the likely timing and what to expect with you.
Active treatment with the team
Your aligners or braces are fitted and treatment is delivered together with our clinical team. Dr. Khalid oversees the case and adjusts the plan as your teeth respond.
Conservative finishing
Once the teeth are aligned, Dr. Khalid refines the result with conservative touches where they help, such as edge bonding, whitening or treating white marks with ICON resin infiltration, keeping the natural tooth intact.
Retainers to hold the result
You are fitted with retainers and shown how to use them, so the new position of your teeth is maintained after treatment.
Common questions
Orthodontics questions patients ask
- What is the difference between Invisalign and braces?
- Invisalign uses a series of removable, discreet aligners, while braces are fixed brackets and wires. Aligners suit many mild to moderate cases and can be taken out to eat and clean, while braces stay in place and give precise control across a wider range of movements. Which one fits you is decided from your scan and your goals.
- Can adults straighten their teeth, or is it only for teenagers?
- Adults can straighten their teeth at almost any age, as long as the gums and supporting bone are healthy. Many of our aligner patients are adults, including people correcting mild relapse after earlier treatment. Dr. Khalid Aletaibi checks the health of your mouth first, then discusses the options that suit you.
- How long does treatment take?
- Treatment time depends on how much your teeth need to move, the option you choose and how consistently you wear the aligners or attend adjustments. Simpler cases move faster than complex ones. After your scan, Dr. Khalid gives you a realistic estimate for your own case rather than a fixed promise.
- Does straightening teeth hurt?
- It is normal to feel some pressure or tenderness for a few days when you start and after each adjustment or new aligner, as the teeth move. This usually settles and can be eased with simple measures your dentist will explain. Tell us if anything feels sharp or uncomfortable so it can be adjusted.
- Will I need retainers after treatment?
- Yes. Teeth can drift back towards their old position, so retainers are an essential part of any straightening plan. You are fitted with retainers and shown how to wear and care for them to help hold your result over time.
- What affects the cost of orthodontic treatment?
- Cost depends on the option you choose, how complex your case is, how long treatment takes and any finishing work such as whitening or bonding. Every mouth is different, so a clear plan and estimate are given after your consultation and scan, with no obligation to go ahead.
Plan your straighter smile in Jumeirah, Dubai
Book a consultation and digital scan with Dr. Khalid Aletaibi. Together you will review whether Invisalign, clear aligners or braces suit your teeth and your goals, with a clear plan before anything begins.