Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontics is specifically concerned with diagnosing and treating dental irregularities, misalignment and discrepancies between the jaws. It is a way of straightening or moving teeth, to improve the appearance and functions of the teeth.

At Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic we believe everyone deserves the confidence and quality of life that comes with a healthy beautiful smile and we believe a smile can change lives. We are passionate about delivering outstanding orthodontic services to our patients through great communication and compassion. Dr. Tosun is a well renowned respected Orthodontist and he and his team use latest technology and modern methods to deliver exceptional smiles that change lives.

In our clinic, we provide ideal orthodontic solutions for both children and adults through a wide range of techniques such as:

Who should see an orthodontist?

Anyone at any age having a bad bite and/or esthetic concerns can benefit from orthodontic treatment. Today orthodontists work closely with other dental and medical specialists such as cosmetic and restorative dentists, implantologists, periodontist, endodontists or maxillofacial surgeons to get benefit from each speciality. This is called Interdisciplinary Treatment Approach. At Dr Tosun Dental Clinic we work as a team to deliver the best possible treatment outcome for our patients. In all our treatment approaches we go extra mile to make our patients’ treatment experiences easy and comfortable. We always put our patients first and include them in their treatment planning process.

Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic Treatment

What is the best age for orthodontic treatment?

Orthodontic treatment could be accomplished at any age if the teeth and the jaw bones are healthy. However, two growth periods of life are critical to getting the fastest and best outcome from orthodontic treatment. The first one is age 7 -8 when permanent incisors start erupting while baby teeth are still in place. In this stage, nature provides spaces for the larger permanent teeth to be accommodated on the dental arches. Sometimes this natural process does not work as good as it should and certain functional orthodontic problems such as underbite, posterior cross bite, open bite etc. may be observed. These problems could be easily solved in this age with great success in a matter of few months. Delaying the correction of these problems may worsen the situation. Adolescence is the second period of life where dental arches and jaws grow at a highly rapid pace. In this stage, a comprehensive orthodontic treatment will be relatively fast and successful. In addition, adolescents understand the value of orthodontic treatment and are also compliant. This stage is also critical to correct functional or skeletal (jaw bones related) orthodontic and orthopedic problems successfully. However, orthodontic treatment in adults at any age can be accomplished with success thank to advanced orthodontic techniques such as Invisalign Clear Aligners or Incognito Lingual Braces.

How does the orthodontic treatment start?

The journey of your orthodontic treatment starts with a consultation with an orthodontist. Following a clinical examination, your orthodontist will take your records to prepare a customized treatment plan for you. Usually, these are two X rays, your dental and smile photos, and digital impressions. Following the initial planning, your orthodontist will discuss with you the possible treatment options for the final treatment plan before ordering your clear aligners or lingual braces. Metal or ceramic braces could be placed on top and bottom teeth in the same session.
Prior to orthodontic treatment is important that your oral hygiene is good with no gum bleeding and/or tooth decay. Crooked teeth are difficult to clean with a toothbrush or dental floss thus, regular visits to a dentist and to a dental hygienist before and during your orthodontic treatment is highly recommended to avoid any gum inflammation and/or tooth decay.

At what age should my child be seen by an orthodontist?

We highly recommend that your child be evaluated by age 7. Early detection of some orthodontic problems is important in order to take early corrective action and avoid more difficult treatment later.

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Orthodontic Treatment

Why should children have an orthodontic screening before all of the permanent teeth are in?

By age 7, enough permanent teeth have come in and enough jaw growth has occurred that the dentist or orthodontist can identify current problems, anticipate future problems and alleviate parents’ concerns if all seems normal. The first permanent molars and incisors have usually come in by age 7 and cross-bites, crowding and developing injury-prone dental protrusions can be evaluated.

Some signs or habits that may indicate the need for an early orthodontic examination are:

  • crowding, misplaced or blocked out teeth,
  • mouth breathing, snoring,
  • grinding teeth
  • finger sucking,
  • jaws that shift or make sounds,
  • teeth that meet abnormally or not at all, and jaws and teeth that are out of proportion to the rest of the face.
  • early or late loss of baby teeth,
  • difficulty in chewing or biting,

What are the benefits of early treatment?

Clearly, there is a great advantage in treating many orthodontic problems at an early age:
They and their peers know the eventual outcome and they’re proud of their braces.

  • it reduces treatment time in adolescent years.
  • it reduces the need for patient cooperation.
  • it reduces the need for extraction of permanent teeth.

and 1/5 of patients in our practice do not even need a phase II treatment. An added plus is that most children don’t need to be urged into treatment; they are curious and usually welcome braces.
The orthodontist’s goal is to balance and harmonize the patient’s growth at this very important early age. Having nicely aligned teeth is a small yet important part of the evaluation of a successfully treated case; however, the true measure of success is reflected in the total dentofacial balance achieved. With early treatment this balance is most often dramatically improved.
Successful orthodontic care is a wise investment. It may reduce the cost of future dental care and it can contribute to comfort, good health, improved appearance and enhances self-esteem. The psychological benefits of orthodontic treatment are lifelong and invaluable. The orthodontic specialist shapes health—not just teeth. There is a difference.

Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic Treatment

Does everyone need early treatment?

Absolutely not! Only certain bites require early intervention. All others can wait until most if not all their permanent teeth erupt.

How long will orthodontic treatment take?

In general, active treatment time with braces ranges from one to two years. Early treatment procedures may take only a few months. The actual time depends on the growth of the patient’s jaws and face, the cooperation of the patient and the severity of the problem. Mild problems usually require less time and some individuals respond faster to treatment than others. Proper use of rubber bands, if prescribed by the orthodontist, contributes to completing treatment as scheduled. While orthodontic treatment requires a time commitment, patients are rewarded with healthy teeth, proper jaw alignment and a beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.

Why are retainers needed after orthodontic treatment?

After braces are removed, the teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime, otherwise your teeth may move toward their original positions and the benefit of wearing your braces will be lost. Our orthodontist will determine the type needed and how long you need to wear your retainer. Time varies with each patient. Some people may need retainers for an extended period of time in order to eliminate shifting of the teeth. In some cases, permanent retention may be necessary. The retention period is an important part of your overall treatment and should not be neglected!

Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic Treatment

Will my child’s tooth alignment change later?

Studies have shown that as people age, their teeth may shift. This variable pattern of gradual shifting, called “maturational change”, probably slows down after the early 20s, but still continues to a degree throughout life for most people. Even children whose teeth developed into ideal alignment and bite without treatment may develop orthodontic problems as adults. The most common maturational change is crowding of the lower front teeth. Clenching or griding teeth at night, biting nails, lips or cheeks may contribute to this process. Wearing retainers as instructed after orthodontic treatment will stabilize the correction. Beyond the period of full-time retainer wear, nighttime retainer wear can prevent maturational shifting of the teeth.

Can orthodontic treatment do for adults what it does for children?

Healthy teeth can be moved at almost any age. Many orthodontic problems can be corrected as easily and as well for adults as children. Orthodontic forces move the teeth in the same way for both a 75-year-old adult and a 12-year-old child. Complicating factors, such as lack of jaw growth, may create special treatment planning needs for the adult.

How does adult treatment differ from that of children and adolescents?

Adults are not growing and may have experienced some breakdown or loss of their teeth and bone that supports the teeth. Orthodontic treatment may then be only a part of the patient’s overall treatment plan. Close coordination may be required between orthodontist, oral surgeon, periodontist, endodontist and family dentist to assure that a complicated adult orthodontic problem is managed well and complements all other areas of the patient’s treatment needs.

Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic Treatment

Do teeth with braces need special care?

Since Invisalign Clear Aligners are removable, keeping the oral hygiene is not a problem anymore.
Patients with braces must be careful to avoid hard and sticky foods. They must not chew on pens or fingernails because chewing on hard things can damage the braces. Damaged braces will almost always cause treatment to take longer and will require extra trips to the orthodontist’s office.
Keeping the teeth and braces clean requires more precision and time and must be done every day if the teeth and gums are to be healthy during and after orthodontic treatment. Patients who do not keep their teeth clean may require more frequent visits to the dentist for a professional cleaning.
We teach our patients how to best care for their teeth, gums and braces during treatment and how often to brush, floss and suggest other cleaning aids that might help them maintain good dental health.

Are there less noticeable braces?

Today’s braces are generally less noticeable than those of the past. Invisalign Clear Aligners are great options for adults as well as teens who need orthodontic treatment as they are almost invisible. Ceramic braces combined with tooth-colored wires and clear ligature elastics are less noticable and aesthetic. Today’s wires are cutting edge technology materials that exert a steady, gentle pressure on the teeth, so that the tooth-moving process may be faster and more comfortable for patients.

What are the different types of braces?

Today Invisalign Clear Aligners, ceramic and stainless steel are the most commonly used brace materials. Technically there are no major differences between these three types of braces. Children and adolescents enjoy changing the appearance of their braces with colored ligatures at successive appointments.

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CLIENT FEEDBACK

Jihad Ghaith

Hands down the best dental practise I’ve been to weather here or abroad. Special thanks to Dr Samy & Dr Maysoon for their great expertise in dentistry and professionalism. For once you go to a practise not worrying about your teeth as they explain everything to you in details and actually getting the issue sorted in no time. Also the staff are very friendly and the facility is super clean. My got to dental practise from now on, as I have never been more comfortable going to a dentist appointment.

Jihad Ghaith

Nvin Safar

Dr Yahya Tosun fixed my boys teeth; the orthodontic treatment journey with the platinum braces was delightful and the results were amazing… Dr Yahya was very clear, decisive and professional; he always have everything planned and calculated… He manages perfectly my boys and gain their trust and accordingly their commitments with his instructions. I would highly recommend Dr Yahya Clinic; for his excellent service; all the staff are cheerful, professional and the clinic is very well organized, neat and clean.

Nvin Safar

Ayca Sonmez

While I was in Dubai for a business trip, I had to visit Dr Tosun dental clinic with the advice of a friend when I started to suffer from an unexpected toothache. I couldn’t stand the pain and Dr Dilsad helped me right away by organizing her appointments at the clinic where I went to my appointment hours ago. I entered the Clinic while crying and Thanks to her, I came out laughing in 2 hours and spent my remaining days in Dubai without any problems. I can’t thank Dr.Dilsad and all Dr. Tosun Team enough for their sincere interest.

Ayca Sonmez

Gamze Erguder

It is a very clean clinic where you will feel safe. Dr. Dilsad examined all my teeth in detail and answered all my questions. I am very satisfied.

Gamze Erguder

Nurhan Erdoğan

They said that general anesthesia should be done in both clinics we went to for my daughter’s teeth. We heard that Dr Dilşad is very good with children and we wanted to try .We had no hope, but dr Dilşad did all the fillings without even normal anesthesia. My daughter goes to the dentist for fun. Thank you very much. .

Nurhan Erdoğan

Merve Gokce

I have been visiting the clinic with regular concerns and most recently with a very painful dental issue. Throughout the time Dr. Dilsad have been very helpful in not only the treatments but overall explaining the course of the treatment along with why/how. Needless to say, i am doing great now. Great to have a doctor and a clinic that i know i can rely on

Merve Gokce

Ozge Tanriverdi

I had a wonderful experience with Tosun Clinic. First of all, whenever I go, the clinic is always clean and their staff is so professional and kind.

I had my check-up with Dr. Dilsad and she was very professional, explained me everything in details also by showing from the camera and in my next visits, she did a great job with my fillings. She was very patient, careful and kind throughout all the process.

I also took my daughter to her and she is so good with kids. My daughter was so scared in the beginning and she convinced her for a filling by explaining her all the details kindly, patiently and professionaly. I highly recommend Dr. Dilsad and Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic.

Ozge Tanriverdi

Amit Raj

Gum bleeding can be scary. I never had any dental issue before and last week when I had bleeding from my gums. Booked an appointment with Dr Tosun clinic. He was very kind to see me on such a short notice. The clinic is located on road only very easy to find. The staff is very friendly. The Dental Hygienist, Ms Madalyne Tucker, is indeed passionate about educating patients on the importance of maintaining good oral health. I learnt how my brushing technique was wrong and learnt how to do it properly. Then I met Dr Maysoon, who gave me detailed status about my oral health. They have state of the art equipment, devices and experience of more than 50 years combined together. What I really liked about Dr Tosun Dental Clinic is they not only treat the patient but also educate them so that they themselves can take care of their oral health.

Clearly Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic believes in “Prevention is Better Than Cure”. I am very happy with their service and highly recommend it to everyone.

Amit Raj

Bilge Çakır

Dr. Yahya Tosun and his team are very professional, experienced and understand the patient psychology well. I had a 10-month long Invisalign treatment and at every step of the way, Dr. Tosun has put the extra mile to achieve the perfect result even if that meant longer treatment plan at no extra cost. He’s approachable and warm, listens to patient’s concerns with all the patience and a smile 🙂

Bilge Çakır

Sabrina Moutarde

My daughter and I visited for the first time yesterday afternoon.

I was extremely impressed with our experience. The staff were all very friendly and service excellent. Maddie the hygienist and Dr Tosun himself are clearly very passionate and knowledgeable about their field of expertise. It shows.

The clinic itself was very comfortable and I will be happy to return again for more treatment as required. Thank you

Sabrina Moutarde

Yesim Engin

Highly professional team, passionate management, friendly and solution focused approach…. Especially during this pandemic, your attention to hygiene as whole clinic proved that we are on safe and trustable hands… Thank you Dr. Tosun and the team for being there for us…🙏🏻🙏🏻

Yesim Engin

Anneke Heckroodt

Absolute a pleasure to be a patient of Dr. Tosun. He is very customer-centric and delivers excellent service. I recommend him with pleasure. And his front staff is very professional too.

Anneke Heckroodt

Sarah Jane Galloway

Dr Tosun is an absolute gem!!!! So knowledgeable, incredible at his work the kindest and supportive dentist you could imagine. I can’t recommend him enough. My 7 year old son had a reverse bite and in less than 6 months he has the best smile with his bite the correct way round.

Sarah Jane Galloway

Lina Al Murdaa

I highly recommend Doctor Tosun clinic, I am a very detail-oriented person and I am so happy and satisfied with the treatment I have received. My whole journey at Doctor Tosun clinic was perfect. From hygiene, to the friendly staff and to the highly professional doctors. Doctor Yahya Tosun is an extremely professional orthodontist, he has such a wide experience and his advice on the change required for my orthodontic treatment was instrumental. He is so attentive and goes the extra mile for his patient. He has such a positive attitude while working, very observant and very particular about the patient’s treatment plan, which makes the visit very comfortable and efficient. Doctor Maysoon Abdelmajeed is just fantastic! Her detail-oriented approach, her recommendation, her explanation to the patient on treatment required is so valuable. I am absolutely beyond satisfied on the changes and the esthetic work that she’s done to give me the perfect smile. The Nurses, Brian Aquino, Susan Derona and Michelle Maggay are highly experienced, very professional and supportive had such a huge impact during my treatment journey. The receptionists, Cholo Papio and Christine Solito are WONDERFUL. They have a very friendly and positive approach and they’re always on top of their game in managing appointments, responding to queries urgently and supporting on any customer request. I highly recommend Doctor Tosun clinic, I am a very detail-oriented person and I am so happy and satisfied with the treatment

Lina Al Murdaa

Saud Qawam

Very experienced orthodontist who finished with my braces earlier than expected. Would recommend.

Saud Qawam

Aisha Ahli

I think this is the best clinic to put braces on

Aisha Ahli

Timur Edis

Excellent new clinic and very good staff. I found my new dental clinic in Dubai.

Timur Edis

Rawda Al Marri

Wonderful clinic!

Rawda Al Marri

Aisha Walid

Thank you so much for giving me a beautiful smile! I appreciate how everyone was friendly, gentle and helpful. Highly recommended.

Aisha Walid

Alia Al Shamsi

Great clinic with very professional and friendly staff. My son had his full orthodontic treatment here and couldn’t be happier !!

Alia Al Shamsi

Merve Yurdagul

Best clinic in town! ?

Merve Yurdagul

Martina Butcher

Dear Dr Tosun,

I set out below a draft text of the testimonial:

Dr Tosun started my orthodontic treatment about 2.5 years ago. Complications arose when i had an infection and needed to have a tooth removed. At this point Dr Tosun worked with Dr Hani and they decided to carry out an innovative treatment in order to grow more bone before removing the tooth,  doing a bone graft an eventually an implant. They worked together effectively, were very flexible and supportive throughout.

The practice is very modern and well equipped to the highest standard and the team efficient and very helpful.

I have been extremely happy with everything and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them

Martina Butcher

Nkechi Chukwujindu

Dear Dr. Tosun,

We’re so thankful for an excellent service received from you and your team.

Praying the clinic grows really great.

Best regards,

Nkechi Chukwujindu

Jean Winter

Professional, personable and definitely recommended. Dr Tosun has done wonders for my daughter’s teeth.

Jean Winter

Dr. Eva Mueller

Dear Dr. Yahya,

I dedicate this testimonial to you and your team at Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic!

When you introduced your collaborator, Mrs. Madalyne Tucker, who works as a Dental Hygienist in your clinics, a couple of weeks back in our chapter, I decided to ask for an appointment.

Today Maddie spent one hour with me where she first explained in details the importance of dental hygiene to then clean my teeth and me tips. I felt very fresh (mouthwise) when I left your clinic. Maddie has a very pleasant personality, explains well and worked carefully.

Overall, I really felt welcomed starting by Jessie the receptionist who had sent me the location upfront via WhatsApp to the friendly coffee boy, and even you took some minutes to say hi to myself and my husband!

Furthermore, I enjoyed the clean and modern atmosphere, the nice colours and paintings, and the latest state of the art technology you are utilizing.

I will definitely recommend Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic to anyone who wants to be his teeth taken care of in a professional manner.

My husband is already in.

I want to wish you best of continued success to you and your team of dental experts, and in particular to Maddie!

Dr. Eva Mueller

Ayse Ketani

Dr Tosun and his team are very professional and gentle. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The office also has a completely new look and looks so modern. I had my braces for a year and the result was brilliant! I can not recommend Dr Tosun and his team enough!

Ayse Ketani

Korhan Durmus

Best dental clinic I have ever visited! Great team of professionals with great expert services. Prof. Tosun has recreated my smile with his orthodontic expertise! A dental clinic to recommend to all!!

Korhan Durmus

Tjarda de Haan

Both our children went to Dr. Tosun for their braces. Excellent orthodontist!! They have beautiful smiles because of him😊 Because of the package Dr. Tosun offered we did not have pay extra when my son had some issues with his braces. Dr. Tosun always took the time to explain things to us, but was always ON TIME with his appointments. We can highly recommend his clinic!!

Tjarda de Haan

Trudie Robertson

Gentle, perfectionist and conservative with costs. Recommend without hesitation.

Trudie Robertson

David Hodgson

Having been referred to Dr Tosun by my wife, I have been receiving Orthodontic treatment for the past 11 months. The service and expertise provided has been excellent.

On the rare occasion I needed a quick appointment and Dr Tosun is always on hand to give in person help or help via email. I would highly recommend anyone with Orthodontic needs to feel confident when dealing with Yahya Tosun.

David Hodgson

Natalie Hodgson

I decided to get braces after my brother had them done in the UK and I was unable to tell he even had them on for a few days. I looked around at several dentists until I came across Dr Tosun. He seemed to know exactly what he was talking about and gave me some good advice. He advised that it was likely to take 2 years for the treatment and it ended up only taking 21 months in the end.

Dr Tosun is very professional and friendly and if there was ever any problem (on holiday and had a question) he would always respond very efficiently by e-mail with some advice. If I needed to go in to get something checked I was almost always able to go that same day and be fitted in between other appointments, I am very happy with the outcome of my orthodontic work and regularly get comments about my good teeth, thank you Dr Tosun.

Natalie Hodgson

Kathryn Cantwell

We have been going to Dr Tosun and his clinic since inception and have only kind words to say. Excellent care before, during and after.

Kathryn Cantwell

Louise Brown

You will always feel welcomed at Dr Tosun’s clinic. The staff are kind and professional and Dr Tosun did a great job with my daughter’s braces. He took lots of time and care to ensure that the end result was a positive one. I think he genuinely cares about the wellbeing of his patients and was always happy to explain things to us and make himself available if the braces ever needed adjustments or repair in between scheduled appointments. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dr Tosun’s clinic to anyone looking for excellent dental care.

Louise Brown

Jennifer Atkinson

As a patient of Dr. Tosun for 4 years, I would highly recommend him and his team to serve all your dental needs. He is the most patient, professional, and caring orthodontist. Dr. Tosun makes visiting the dentist a pleasure.

Jennifer Atkinson

Debbie Hewitt

This testimonial is to say how happy I was with level of customer service I received during our visit to Dr. Tosun, Dental Clinic.

My 4-year old son needed to see a dentist and Dr Yahya suggested we book an appointment with Dr Maysoon.

Dr Maysoun was very kind, understanding and friendly with my son. My son particularly loved the screen on the ceiling where he was able to select a cartoon from the Internet and watch it during his treatment.

The result was one very relaxed and happy little boy. So much so that yesterday he asked me when he would be going back to the dentist again.

As a parent, it makes me very happy to know my 4-year old is having such a positive experience at the dentist.

I was also very impressed with the friendly feel about the clinic, it’s beautiful interior and overall cleanliness.

I would recommend Dr. Tosun Dental Clinic to anyone, particularly parents who may be concerned about their children being anxious when visiting the dentist.

Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist

Debbie Hewitt