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Orthodontist

طبيب تقويم أسنان

Diagnoses and treats problems with tooth alignment and the bite.

34Programmes in the UAE0Current job openings4Scholarships
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Career overview

What they do

Orthodontists plan and supervise treatment using braces, aligners and other appropriate appliances. The career requires a dental qualification followed by specialist orthodontic training and the relevant licensing.

Typical responsibilities

  • Assess tooth alignment and jaw relationships.
  • Review dental images and clinical records.
  • Design individual orthodontic treatment plans.
  • Fit or prescribe appliances within scope.
  • Monitor progress and explain retention care.

Skills you'll need

Spatial reasoningFine manual precisionDental treatment planningPatient communicationLong-term case management

How much it relies on

MathematicsMedium
TechnologyHigh
ScienceHigh

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
Office

Advantages

  • Visible improvements in function and alignment.
  • Combination of planning and practical treatment.
  • Continuing relationships with patients.

Disadvantages

  • Extended dental and specialist training.
  • Treatment progress depends partly on patient cooperation.
  • Repeated close clinical work can cause strain.

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: A clear dental specialism for students who enjoy precision and long-term treatment planning, with opportunities shaped by specialist qualification and practice setting.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 23 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 80,900 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–132,300, 5 programmes).

Master's: around AED 3,275 per credit hour (12 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

34 programs at 8 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
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AURAK merit scholarships and financial aid

American University of Ras Al Khaimah · University

Partial or discountUAE nationalsInternational studentsUAE residentsIn the UAEBachelor's · Master's

Merit scholarships for full-time students of all nationalities, plus financial aid.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
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AUS PhD graduate assistantships

American University of Sharjah · University

Full tuition onlyUAE nationalsInternational studentsUAE residentsIn the UAEPhD

Full or partial assistantships with a tuition waiver and monthly stipend.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

AUS merit scholarships and financial grants

American University of Sharjah · University

Partial or discountUAE nationalsInternational studentsUAE residentsIn the UAEBachelor's

Grants, merit and family awards together cover up to 55% for new students.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

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