At Dr. Roelien Stapelberg’s clinic, orthodontic care is never one-size-fits-all. The approach, timing, and goals differ depending on whether the patient is a child, teen, or adult — yet the result is always the same: a confident, healthy smile.
Orthodontics is more than straight teeth — it’s about achieving harmony between the teeth, jaws, and facial structures. Treatment can begin at any age, but early evaluation helps guide jaw growth, prevent future complications, and ensure long-term stability.
The best time to guide jaw growth and tooth alignment is during childhood, while the jaws and facial bones are still developing. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic assessment by age 7.
Two-phase orthodontic treatment is a highly specialized process that combines tooth straightening with facial growth guidance.
The major advantage of this approach is that it maximizes the opportunity to achieve an ideal, healthy, functional, and aesthetic result — one that remains stable throughout a patient’s life.
One in four orthodontic patients today is an adult — and that number continues to grow. Modern treatments such as Invisalign® and ceramic braces make straightening teeth discreet, comfortable, and effective.
Every step of your treatment is guided by digital precision and expert supervision, ensuring predictable, beautiful results.
Just as orthodontics repositions teeth, surgical orthodontics — also known as orthognathic surgery — corrects jaw irregularities to improve how a patient chews, speaks, breathes, and looks.
In cases where braces alone cannot correct the bite due to jaw misalignment, surgical orthodontics and braces work together for optimal results.
This treatment is typically recommended for non-growing adult patients who have:
Jaw growth is usually complete by age 16 for girls and 18 for boys, so surgery is only considered after growth has finished.
By age 7, so early jaw or tooth-alignment issues can be identified and treated in time.
Phase I focuses on early jaw growth and space creation, while Phase II involves full braces or aligners once all permanent teeth have erupted.
Absolutely. Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age — with today’s discreet options, more adults than ever are achieving confident, healthy smiles.
No. A mouthguard protects during sports, and brace covers can make playing wind instruments comfortable.
Any discomfort is mild and temporary, usually lasting only a few days after braces are fitted or adjusted.
Yes. Regular dental check-ups every six months keep teeth and gums healthy throughout treatment.
With over 15 years of experience and Platinum Elite Invisalign® Provider status, Dr. Roelien Stapelberg provides fully personalized orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Her treatment philosophy blends advanced digital orthodontics, evidence-based planning, and gentle techniques to deliver precise, comfortable, and lasting results—whether it’s early guidance for a growing smile or a complete transformation for an adult patient.
Schedule your orthodontic consultation with Dr. Roelien Stapelberg in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and experience expertise, precision, and confidence that last a lifetime.
