Dr. Samer Hassoun

Dr. Samer Hassoun is a Specialist Orthodontist at Bourgeois Dental Clinic in Dubai with more than 24 years of experience in comprehensive dentistry and orthodontics. He provides diagnosis and treatment planning for different forms of dental and jaw misalignment across children, teenagers and adults.

Dr. Samer holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery, a Diploma of Speciality and a Master of Science degree. His orthodontic scope includes traditional braces, self-ligating braces, clear aligners, Invisalign, functional appliances, temporary anchorage devices, impacted-canine management, surgical orthodontic planning and orthodontic care for patients with cleft lip and palate.

Specialist Orthodontist in Dubai

Dr. Samer evaluates the alignment of the teeth, relationship of the jaws, bite function, facial growth, spacing, crowding and long-term stability before recommending orthodontic treatment.

His orthodontic assessment may include:

• Clinical examination of the teeth and bite
• Assessment of dental crowding and spacing
• Evaluation of overbite, overjet and crossbite
• Review of jaw growth and facial proportions
• Dental photographs and digital records
• Dental scans or impressions
• Radiographic assessment when clinically indicated
• Review of gum health and oral hygiene
• Discussion of treatment options, limitations and retention

The recommended treatment depends on the patient’s age, type and severity of malocclusion, dental development, gum health, jaw relationship and ability to maintain the appliance.

Traditional Braces

Traditional fixed braces use brackets and orthodontic wires to move teeth gradually into planned positions. They may be appropriate for mild, moderate or complex alignment and bite concerns.

Traditional braces may be considered for:

• Crowded teeth
• Spacing between teeth
• Rotated teeth
• Overbite or deep bite
• Overjet
• Crossbite
• Open bite
• Impacted teeth
• Complex tooth movements

Treatment duration varies according to the complexity of the case, biological response, appliance type, patient cooperation and attendance at review appointments.

Self-Ligating Braces

Self-ligating braces use brackets with an integrated mechanism to hold the orthodontic wire. They may be considered as an alternative to conventional bracket systems for suitable patients.

The choice between traditional and self-ligating braces depends on the required tooth movements, treatment objectives, oral condition, clinician’s assessment and patient preferences. Self-ligating braces do not guarantee faster treatment in every case.

Clear Aligners and Invisalign

Dr. Samer provides clear-aligner assessment and treatment planning, including Invisalign when clinically appropriate. Clear aligners use a planned sequence of removable trays to move teeth progressively.

Clear aligners may be suitable for selected cases involving:

• Mild to moderate crowding
• Spacing
• Selected bite concerns
• Relapse after previous orthodontic treatment
• Patients seeking a removable orthodontic option

Successful aligner treatment depends on wearing the trays for the prescribed time, attending reviews and following instructions regarding attachments, elastics and oral hygiene.

Complex malocclusions may require fixed braces, additional appliances, temporary anchorage devices, surgery or a combined approach.

Invisible Orthodontic Options

Patients seeking less visible orthodontic treatment may be assessed for clear aligners or other discreet orthodontic systems. The most appropriate option depends on the required tooth movements, bite correction, treatment complexity and patient cooperation.

No orthodontic appliance is completely invisible in every situation, and aesthetic preferences must be balanced with clinical effectiveness.

Temporary Anchorage Devices

Temporary anchorage devices, commonly called TADs, are small orthodontic anchorage components that may help produce selected tooth movements while reducing unwanted movement of other teeth.

TADs may be considered for:

• Complex space closure
• Selected intrusion or extrusion movements
• Management of impacted teeth
• Asymmetric tooth movement
• Supporting selected bite corrections
• Reducing dependence on patient-worn appliances in certain cases

Their suitability depends on bone availability, gum health, oral hygiene, treatment objectives and the position of nearby roots and anatomical structures.

Functional Orthodontic Appliances

Functional appliances may be used in selected growing patients to influence tooth position and jaw relationships during growth.

They may be considered when there is:

• A developing jaw discrepancy
• Increased overjet
• Selected bite-development concerns
• A need to guide dental and facial growth

Results depend on growth potential, timing, appliance wear and the nature of the underlying jaw relationship. Functional appliances cannot eliminate the need for surgery in every skeletal case.

Management of Impacted Canines

An impacted canine is a tooth that does not erupt into its expected position. Management may require coordination between orthodontic and surgical care.

Assessment may include:

• Location and direction of the impacted tooth
• Available space in the dental arch
• Condition of neighbouring roots
• Patient age and dental development
• Three-dimensional imaging when indicated
• Potential for orthodontic movement
• Risks to surrounding teeth and tissues

Treatment may involve space creation, surgical exposure and gradual orthodontic guidance of the canine. Extraction or another approach may be considered when alignment is not clinically appropriate.

Surgical Orthodontics

Surgical orthodontics may be considered for adults with significant skeletal jaw discrepancies that cannot be corrected predictably through tooth movement alone.

These cases usually require coordination between an orthodontist and an oral and maxillofacial surgical team. Treatment may include:

• Pre-surgical orthodontic alignment
• Jaw-surgery planning
• Post-surgical orthodontic finishing
• Long-term retention and monitoring

The need for surgery is determined only after detailed clinical, radiographic and facial assessment.

Cleft Lip and Palate Orthodontic Management

Dr. Samer provides orthodontic assessment and management for patients with cleft lip and palate as part of coordinated multidisciplinary care.

Orthodontic care may involve:

• Monitoring dental and facial development
• Managing crowding and missing teeth
• Preparing the dental arch for selected surgical procedures
• Guiding impacted or displaced teeth
• Supporting restorative and prosthetic planning
• Coordinating treatment with surgical and other healthcare teams

Cleft-related treatment is usually delivered over several stages and may require long-term coordination with multiple clinicians.

Orthodontic Treatment for Children and Teenagers

Early orthodontic assessment may help identify developing bite concerns, eruption problems, impacted teeth, severe crowding or jaw-growth discrepancies.

Early assessment does not mean that every child requires immediate treatment. In some cases, monitoring dental development until the appropriate treatment stage is preferable.

Adult Orthodontic Treatment

Adults may receive orthodontic treatment with braces, clear aligners or combined restorative and surgical planning when clinically suitable.

Before treatment, Dr. Samer evaluates:

• Gum and bone health
• Existing crowns, bridges and implants
• Missing teeth
• Previous orthodontic treatment
• Tooth wear
• Jaw-joint and bite symptoms
• Restorative or implant plans

Adult orthodontic treatment may require coordination with restorative, periodontal, implant or oral-surgery care.

Orthodontic Retention

Retainers are required after active orthodontic treatment to help maintain the corrected tooth positions. Teeth may move throughout life, so retention is an important long-term part of treatment.

Retention may involve:

• Fixed bonded retainers
• Removable clear retainers
• Other removable retention appliances
• Periodic review of retainer fit and condition

Retainers may wear, break or stop fitting and should be assessed rather than forced onto the teeth.

Oral Hygiene During Orthodontic Treatment

Braces and orthodontic attachments can increase plaque retention and make cleaning more challenging. Patients should follow individual guidance regarding brushing, interdental cleaning, fluoride use, diet and professional dental maintenance.

Untreated decay or active gum disease may delay orthodontic treatment or require treatment modification.

Personalised Orthodontic Treatment Planning

Dr. Samer develops orthodontic plans according to the patient’s diagnosis, dental development, jaw relationship, oral health, treatment objectives and preferences.

Patients are informed about the available appliance options, expected stages, cooperation requirements, possible limitations, retention and long-term maintenance before treatment begins.

Visit Dr. Samer Hassoun at Bourgeois Dental Clinic

Dr. Samer welcomes orthodontic patients at Bourgeois Dental Clinic on the first floor of Indigo Sky Building, Sheikh Zayed Road, Exit 41, near Al Thanya Street in Dubai.

The clinic is accessible from Al Barsha, Umm Al Sheif, Umm Suqeim, Jumeirah, Al Quoz, Barsha Heights, The Greens, Dubai Marina and nearby communities.