Orthodontics for adults in Dubai
Discreet orthodontic options for adults — Invisalign, ceramic braces and MARPE — at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
It is never too late to straighten teeth. Adult orthodontics often works alongside implants, veneers or gum treatment, and discreet appliances fit professional life.
About this treatment
It is never too late to straighten teeth. Adult orthodontics often works alongside implants, veneers or gum treatment, and discreet appliances fit professional life.
Orthodontics at Manhal looks beyond straight teeth. The position of the jaws affects the bite, the joints and the space available for breathing, so assessment covers all three before an appliance is chosen.
Problems it can address
Crowded TeethWhy teeth crowd, the problems it causes, and treatment with aligners, braces or expansion at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.UnderbiteWhen the lower teeth sit in front of the upper teeth: causes and treatment options at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.Who it may suit
- Adults with crowding, spacing or relapse
- Patients preparing for implants or veneers
- Bite problems causing wear
Consultation and diagnosis
Orthodontic assessment records the teeth, the bite, jaw relationships and — where relevant — breathing and sleep history. Photographs, a digital scan and radiographs are taken as needed to plan treatment and estimate its duration.
Your treatment, step by step
- Comprehensive assessment
- Coordination with restorative dentists
- Choice of discreet appliance
- Retention plan
Aftercare
Lifelong retainer wear is usually recommended to keep teeth stable.
This page is general information and does not replace a consultation. Suitability, risks and results vary between patients.
Prepared by the Manhal Medical Center editorial team · Updated: 2026-09-23 · Treating specialist: Dr. Moaiyad Pacha
Your specialist
Dr. Moaiyad Pacha
Consultant Orthodontist · Airway & Sleep
Orthodontics, MARPE expansion, airway-focused treatment and Invisalign.
Why patients choose Manhal Medical Center
- A consultant orthodontist with a PhD from King's College London
- Assessment of the teeth, jaws and — where relevant — breathing, not just alignment
- MARPE and airway-focused care alongside aligners and braces
- Coordination with our dentists for any restorative work
- Consultations in English and Arabic
Adult Orthodontics in Dubai: practical information
Adult Orthodontics at Manhal Medical Center takes place at our clinic in Al Safa 1, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road — a short drive from Jumeirah, City Walk, Downtown Dubai and Business Bay, with patients also coming from Sharjah and across the UAE. Fees depend on the findings at examination and the number of visits, so you receive a written plan before treatment. If you have insurance, ask your provider how Adult Orthodontics is covered.
Travelling to Dubai for treatment?
Patients visiting from abroad can send records before travelling for a preliminary review of what can be done in one trip.
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Questions patients ask
Patients visit us from Al Safa, Al Wasl, Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Quoz, City Walk, Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and Al Barsha — and from Sharjah and the wider UAE.
Am I too old for braces?
No. Healthy teeth and gums can be moved at any age.
Can orthodontics help before veneers?
Yes. Aligning teeth first often means less tooth preparation for veneers.
What are the alternatives to Adult Orthodontics?
Depending on your case: Invisalign Clear Aligners, Ceramic Braces. Your doctor will compare them with you.
Which doctor performs Adult Orthodontics at Manhal in Dubai?
Adult Orthodontics at Manhal Medical Center is provided by Dr. Moaiyad Pacha (Consultant Orthodontist · Airway & Sleep).
Can I have Adult Orthodontics while visiting Dubai?
Often yes. Send your records and photos first so the doctor can estimate the number of visits; some treatments need a second trip or local follow-up. See our international patients guide.
Where is Manhal Medical Center?
We are at Building 101, Street 22A, Al Safa 1, Dubai, UAE, between Al Wasl Road and Sheikh Zayed Road, with easy access from Jumeirah, City Walk, Downtown and Business Bay.
How do I book an appointment?
Use the form on this page, call +971 4 328 4560, or WhatsApp +971 52 987 2411. Our team will match you with the right doctor.
Related treatments
Traditional Braces
Fixed metal braces for precise tooth movement, planned by a consultant orthodontist at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
MARPE — Adult Palatal Expansion
Miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expansion (MARPE) for adults with a narrow upper jaw, with Dr. Moaiyad Pacha at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
Airway-Focused Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment that considers jaw growth, nasal breathing and sleep, with Dr. Moaiyad Pacha at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
Snoring & Sleep Apnoea Appliances
Custom mandibular advancement devices for snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea at Manhal Medical Center, Dubai.
Request an appointment
Send your details and our team will contact you to confirm a time. For urgent dental pain, call or WhatsApp us directly.
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