Our Treatments
Orthodontic treatment for every stage of life.
Face & Profil provides orthodontic evaluations and treatment for children, teenagers and adults.
Treatment recommendations are based on an orthodontic evaluation of the patient’s dental needs, bite, development, oral health and treatment objectives.
Orthodontic care based on individual assessment.
Orthodontic treatment may address tooth alignment, the way the upper and lower teeth meet and other concerns identified during an orthodontic evaluation.
The appropriate treatment depends on the patient’s age, dental development, bite, jaw relationships, oral health and clinical findings.
Orthodontics for Children
An initial orthodontic evaluation may be considered around the age of seven, when a child usually has a combination of primary and permanent teeth.
At this stage, the orthodontist can assess dental development, the bite, permanent-tooth eruption and the space available in the dental arches.
An early evaluation does not mean treatment will begin immediately. When no immediate treatment is required, the orthodontist may recommend periodic follow-up to monitor development and determine whether treatment should be considered later.
If there is not enough space for permanent teeth, the orthodontist may recommend measures to preserve or manage space after a clinical examination and appropriate diagnostic imaging.
- Assess dental development and the bite
- Monitor the eruption and position of permanent teeth
- Assess the space available in the dental arches
- Use periodic monitoring when immediate treatment is not indicated
- Consider a dental space maintainer in selected cases
Orthodontics for Teenagers
Adolescence is a common time to consider comprehensive orthodontic treatment because most permanent teeth are present and growth may still be relevant to treatment planning.
Orthodontic treatment may be used to address tooth alignment and the way the upper and lower teeth meet. Alignment may also affect access for brushing and flossing.
Depending on the patient’s needs and preferences, treatment may involve braces, clear aligners or another orthodontic appliance.
Treatment time varies according to the clinical condition, growth, the planned tooth movement, the appliance used and patient cooperation. An estimated duration can be discussed after the required evaluation and records are completed.
- Address dental alignment concerns
- Address bite concerns
- Consider access for brushing and flossing
- Assess concerns related to chewing and function
- Choose an appropriate appliance based on the individual case
Orthodontics for Adults
Adults may also be candidates for orthodontic treatment.
Adults may seek treatment to correct teeth that are misaligned, crowded, spaced or overlapping, as well as concerns involving the bite.
Suitability for adult orthodontic treatment depends on the condition of the teeth, gums and supporting tissues, as well as the nature of the orthodontic concern.
Depending on the clinical findings, options may include fixed braces or removable clear aligners.
- Address crowding, spacing and overlapping teeth
- Address dental alignment and bite concerns
- Discuss fixed and removable treatment options when appropriate
- Review a plan based on clinical findings and treatment objectives
Traditional and Ceramic Braces
Braces are fixed orthodontic appliances made of brackets attached to the teeth and connected by archwires.
They apply controlled forces to gradually move the teeth according to the orthodontic treatment plan. Braces may be used for a range of alignment and bite concerns.
Traditional braces use metal brackets. Ceramic braces use translucent or tooth-coloured brackets and follow similar treatment principles.
Traditional Braces
A fixed orthodontic option using metal brackets and archwires.
Ceramic Braces
A fixed orthodontic option using translucent or tooth-coloured brackets.
Invisalign® and Clear Aligners
Clear aligners use a planned series of removable, transparent trays to gradually move the teeth.
They may be considered for selected teenagers and adults who prefer a removable, less visible appliance.
Aligners can be removed for meals, brushing and flossing, but they must be worn consistently according to the orthodontist’s instructions. The schedule for changing aligners and attending follow-up visits is individualized.
Clear aligners are not appropriate for every orthodontic condition. An orthodontic evaluation is required to determine whether they are suitable for the individual case.
- Transparent, removable trays
- Removable for meals and oral hygiene
- Removal allows access for brushing and flossing
- An individualized aligner and follow-up schedule
- Requires consistent daily wear
Other Orthodontic Appliances
Orthodontic appliances may be fixed, meaning they are attached to the teeth, or removable at specific times of the day.
In addition to braces and clear aligners, selected patients may require an appliance to preserve space or accomplish a specific treatment objective.
The appliance is selected after an orthodontic evaluation and, when necessary, appropriate diagnostic imaging.
- Dental space maintainers in selected children
- Customized fixed appliances when clinically indicated
- Customized removable appliances when clinically indicated
- Instructions and follow-up adapted to the appliance used
Orthodontics and Orthognathic Surgery
When an imbalance between the upper and lower jaws cannot be corrected with orthodontic treatment alone, coordinated treatment involving orthodontics and corrective jaw surgery may be considered.
This type of treatment is generally considered once jaw growth is sufficiently complete. It may be evaluated for concerns such as difficulty chewing, facial asymmetry, a significantly protruding or receding jaw, excessive tooth wear, an open bite, or jaw differences related to injury or a developmental condition.
The surgery is performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The orthodontist prepares the teeth before surgery and continues the planned orthodontic care afterward.
Orthodontic Preparation
The teeth are aligned and positioned in preparation for the planned surgery.
Surgical Treatment
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon performs the corrective jaw procedure.
Orthodontic Finishing
Orthodontic treatment continues after surgery according to the coordinated treatment plan.
Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Care
Dr. Broula Jamal has experience related to craniofacial anomalies and the orthodontic care of patients with cleft lip and cleft palate.
Care involving nasoalveolar moulding and related craniofacial orthodontics is provided in a hospital setting as part of a multidisciplinary treatment pathway.
Nasoalveolar moulding, also called NAM, is a presurgical treatment used in selected infants as part of coordinated cleft care before surgery.
At the private clinic, the Face & Profil team can provide information and help guide families toward the appropriate hospital-based care pathway.
- Hospital-based multidisciplinary treatment
- Nasoalveolar moulding for selected infants
- Coordination with surgical and medical professionals
- Care coordinated across different stages of development
- Information and guidance available through the clinic
Not sure which type of consultation to request?
You do not need to select a treatment before contacting the clinic. Describe the concern, and the team can help identify the appropriate type of consultation.
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