Orthodontic guides from Dr. Mais
Straight answers to the questions patients actually ask — no filler, no fear-selling.
When Should My Child See an Orthodontist? The Right Age for Early Treatment
The recommendation is age seven. That does not mean braces at seven — it means the right visit at the right time.
How Long Does Orthodontic Treatment Take? A Realistic Timeline
The honest answer depends on your case, your compliance, and your age. Here are the ranges I actually see in clinic.
Life After Braces: What to Expect When Your Treatment Ends
Removing braces is a milestone, not a finish line. This is what the months after treatment actually look like.
Teeth Whitening in Amman: Methods, Safety, and What Actually Works
In-clinic, custom trays, or drugstore strips — the options are not equal. A straight guide to whitening that works, and what to skip.
Whitening With Braces or Aligners: When It's Safe, When to Wait
One of the most common questions I get from orthodontic patients. The answer depends on which appliance you wear and what you want your smile to look like at the end.
What Orthodontic Treatment Costs in Amman — and What Changes the Price
No clinic can quote you a real number before seeing your bite. But you can understand exactly what drives the price — and what to ask before you commit.
Do You Really Need Teeth Pulled for Braces?
The question that makes patients postpone treatment for years. Here is when extraction is genuinely necessary, when it isn't, and why "no extractions ever" is a marketing slogan rather than a clinical standard.
Retainers: The Part of Treatment Nobody Warns You About
Braces move your teeth. Retainers are what keep them there — for life. Fixed versus removable, how long you really need them, and what to do if you stopped wearing yours years ago.
Clear Aligners in Amman: How They Work, Who They Suit, and What to Expect
Clear aligners move teeth with a series of custom trays. Here is how planning works, the daily routine, and when braces are still the better choice.
Palatal Expanders and Early Orthodontics for Children: When Are They Needed?
A narrow upper jaw is easiest to correct while a child is still growing. Here is what an expander does, the signs to watch for, and what treatment feels like.