What orthodontic treatment is and who it suits
Orthodontic treatment moves teeth, and in growing children can guide the jaws, using gentle, steady pressure over months. It is used for crowded or crooked teeth, gaps, upper front teeth that stick out, and bites that do not meet properly. The aim is partly appearance and partly function. Straighter teeth are usually easier to clean, and a more even bite spreads chewing forces better.
The main options are:
- Fixed braces. Small brackets are bonded to the teeth and linked by a wire. The standard type is usually metal.
- Ceramic braces. These work the same way, but the brackets are tooth-coloured or clear, so they are less noticeable.
- Self-ligating braces. The brackets hold the wire with a built-in clip or door instead of small elastic ties.
- Clear aligners. These are a series of removable, transparent trays, each moving the teeth a small step. They depend on being worn for most of the day and night.
- Treatment for children. Some problems are easier to manage while the jaws are still growing. This is often called interceptive or early treatment.
Adults can have orthodontic treatment too. The deciding factors are the health of the teeth, gums and supporting bone, not age alone. Only an examination can show which option, if any, fits a particular mouth.
Signs that call for an examination — and when it is urgent
Book a check if you notice any of these:
- Teeth that overlap, twist or are crowded
- Noticeable gaps
- Upper front teeth that sit well ahead of the lower ones
- A bite where the front teeth do not meet, or where the upper teeth sit inside the lower ones
- Difficulty biting or chewing
- Jaw clicking or discomfort
- In children, baby teeth lost very early or very late, or adult teeth coming in out of place
Many orthodontic societies suggest a first orthodontic check for children by around age 7. Most children will not need treatment at that age; the check simply spots problems that benefit from early attention.
Problems during treatment, such as a loose bracket, a poking wire or a lost aligner, are usually not emergencies. Contact the clinic, and cover sharp ends with orthodontic wax in the meantime.
Seek urgent care straight away for any of the following:
- Facial swelling that is spreading
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- High fever with dental pain
- A tooth knocked out or badly broken by an injury
In Jordan, call 911 if breathing or swallowing is affected or the situation is serious.
How the steps usually go, from examination to follow-up
In general, orthodontic care moves through four stages:
- Diagnosis and plan. The dentist examines the teeth, gums and bite and usually takes X-rays and photos. Impressions or a scan of the teeth may also be taken. Any decay or gum problems should be treated first. You then discuss the options, the expected length of treatment and the cost.
- Fitting. For fixed braces, the teeth are cleaned and the brackets are bonded on. The wire is then placed. A fitting appointment commonly takes around 45 to 90 minutes. For aligners, you receive your first trays and instructions on wearing them.
- Adjustment visits. Wires are changed or adjusted at regular appointments, or aligner progress is reviewed. Many cases take somewhere between about a year and two and a half years in total. This varies widely with the case and with how closely instructions are followed.
- Retention. Once the braces come off, a retainer holds the teeth in their new position. It may be a thin wire bonded behind the teeth or a removable retainer. Teeth naturally tend to drift back, so retainer wear is usually needed long term.
What Arafat Dental Clinics publishes about this service in Amman
If you want to judge an orthodontic dentist in Amman fairly, start with what is actually on record. For this clinic and dentist, the record shows the following.
About Dr. Mohammad Arafat Hasan
- He holds a bachelor's degree in oral and dental medicine and surgery from Damascus University.
- His listed courses include an Advanced Implantology Course from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) in 2018.
- He holds a Clear Aligners (Invisalign) Certification from Align Technology Academy, dated 2020.
- He completed Microscope-Assisted Endodontics with the Jordanian Academy of Dentistry in 2022.
- His biography mentions dental practice in Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
- His record lists 15 years of experience and the languages Arabic and English.
- The services he provides include orthodontics, children's dentistry and many other areas of general dentistry.
- The conditions listed include crowding, gaps, malocclusion (bite problems) and children's dental problems.
About the clinic
- Arafat Dental Clinics was established in 2022 and is verified by the platform.
- It publishes 120 services in total. Orthodontic braces are among its main services.
- The orthodontic services on the record are:
- Orthodontic consultation
- Orthodontic braces
- Ceramic braces
- Self-ligating braces
- Clear aligners
- Orthodontics for children
- Interceptive orthodontics
- Protruding teeth (overjet) correction
- Braces check-ups
- Dental retainer installation
- The clinic states that treatment options are discussed according to examination findings and the patient's needs.
Reviews and cost
- The doctor's profile shows 3 approved reviews with an average rating of 5. The clinic's profile shows 2 approved reviews, also averaging 5. These are small numbers, so treat them as one input among several.
- The record lists the first consultation as free. Beyond that, the cost depends on the examination and plan; ask before starting.
Questions to ask the dentist before starting
- Which problem are we correcting, and what happens if I leave it untreated?
- Which appliances suit my case (metal, ceramic, self-ligating or aligners), and why?
- How long is treatment likely to take, and how often will I need to come in?
- Do any teeth need treatment, or removal, before braces go on?
- Will you personally manage my treatment from start to finish?
- What does the quoted plan include: X-rays, check-ups, emergency visits, retainers and replacement aligners?
- What type of retainer will I get, and for how long should I wear it?
- For a child: is now the right time, or is it better to monitor growth first?
- What are the risks for my teeth and gums, and how will they be monitored?
Aftercare and realistic expectations
Discomfort in the early days. Expect tenderness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments. The brackets may rub the cheeks until the mouth gets used to them. Soft foods help, and orthodontic wax helps with rubbing. For pain relief, follow the pack instructions or ask a pharmacist.
Food. With fixed braces, avoid hard, sticky and very chewy foods. They can break brackets.
Cleaning. Clean carefully every day. Brush around each bracket with a fluoride toothpaste and use interdental brushes or floss threaders. Food trapped around brackets raises the risk of white marks, decay and gum inflammation.
Aligners. Take aligners out only to eat and to clean your teeth. Brush before putting them back, and keep them in their case rather than wrapped in a napkin.
Sport. Wear a mouthguard for contact sports.
Results depend on the case, on growth in children, and heavily on cooperation. That means wearing elastics or aligners as instructed, keeping appointments and wearing retainers afterwards. No dentist can guarantee a precise result or timeline in advance. A good plan explains the likely outcome and its limits honestly.
Booking, getting there and opening hours
Arafat Dental Clinics is in Tabarbour, Amman, and sees patients from across Amman. The address on record is دوار الصحفيين، مجمع التميمي ط1. That is Al Tamimi Complex, first floor, at Journalists Roundabout.
Confirmed opening hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–22:00. Friday is not listed in the confirmed hours. Use the contact button on this page to book, and bring any previous X-rays or orthodontic records you have.