Dr Emad Deen Orthodontics

E.Deen Orthodontics is the practice of Dr Emad Deen, a specialist orthodontist who treats children, teenagers and adults in Malta. Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that straightens teeth and corrects the bite, and this practice covers the whole range: conventional braces in metal or tooth-coloured ceramic, hidden braces fitted behind the teeth, removable clear aligners, and the appliances used to guide a child's jaw growth or to hold a finished result in place.

For a UK reader the practical points are simple. You do not need a referral from your own dentist to be seen as a new patient, an enquiry can be about a child as well as an adult, and a consultation comes before any appliance is fitted. This page describes what the practice offers and is not clinical advice. On VisitMalta.co.uk the practice is part of our directory of dentists in Malta, and the directory places it at the Core Dental clinic in Naxxar.

Dr Emad Deen and his qualifications

Dr Deen qualified as a dentist in 2010, added the Fellowship in Dental Surgery at Glasgow in 2012, and went on to complete specialist orthodontic training with memberships of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. He holds a Master of Science in orthodontics and a doctorate awarded in 2022, and in more recent years has added master's qualifications in lingual orthodontics and aligner orthodontics in 2025 and in orofacial pain and temporomandibular disorders in 2026.

He is also a lecturer in orthodontics at the University of Malta. His doctoral research looked at skeletal anchorage, and a randomised clinical trial comparing tooth-borne and skeletally anchored methods in early Class III treatment was published in the European Journal of Orthodontics. That background shapes the practice's interest in difficult cases, including bites that once called for jaw surgery.

His philosophy is a patient-centred one. The aim is not only straight teeth but a smile that suits the face, works well when chewing and stays stable in the long term, with comfort and a positive experience during treatment treated as part of the result.

Braces that move the teeth

Four appliances do the main work of straightening teeth, and they differ mainly in how visible they are and how much each can achieve. Metal braces use stainless steel brackets bonded to each tooth, with a thin archwire held by small elastic ligatures and adjusted at each visit. They are the most versatile and cost-effective option and the most precise for complex movements. Clear or tooth-coloured ligatures keep them subtle, and bright colours are popular with younger patients.

Ceramic braces work in exactly the same way but use tooth-coloured or clear brackets that blend into the smile. They treat the same range of problems, from crowding and spacing to bite correction, and suit patients who want a less noticeable option. The brackets are slightly more prone to staining, so careful cleaning matters.

Lingual braces are bonded to the inner surfaces of the teeth and cannot be seen from the front at all. They are technically the most demanding appliance to fit, because bracket position and wire shaping affect both comfort and accuracy. Dr Deen is experienced with the WIN lingual system, in which every bracket is custom-made for the tooth it sits on. Because they are fixed, they work all the time and cannot be left out.

Clear aligners

Clear aligners are series of transparent plastic trays that gradually move the teeth, each tray being changed roughly every ten days. Dr Deen treats with both Invisalign and ClearCorrect. The trays are removable for eating, brushing and flossing, so there are no dietary restrictions, and most patients find them more comfortable than wires and brackets. They are nearly invisible in conversation, which appeals to adults and professionals.

The trade-off is discipline. Aligners only move the teeth while they are in the mouth, and the aim is to wear them for 20 to 22 hours a day. Retainers are still needed after aligner treatment, as they are after braces. Whether aligners are suitable depends on the case, which is why the first appointment includes a discussion of which appliances genuinely apply.

Mini screws, functional appliances and sleep devices

Temporary anchorage devices, known as TADs or mini screws, are small titanium implants placed temporarily in the jawbone to act as a fixed anchor. They make it possible to move one group of teeth without disturbing another, close spaces and correct complex bites that traditionally needed jaw surgery. Placement is a minor procedure usually carried out in the orthodontic clinic, and the screws are removed when treatment ends. They are Dr Deen's own research field.

Functional appliances are used mainly in growing children and teenagers. They modify how the jaws develop and correct muscle habits such as tongue thrusting, mouth breathing and improper swallowing, treating the cause of a bite problem and not just the position of the teeth. The most widely used design is the Twin Block, which positions the lower jaw forward, and treatment is often followed by a course of fixed braces to finish the detail. Timing matters, so an early assessment is worthwhile even when treatment is not needed yet.

Retainers, fixed or removable, hold the result once braces or aligners come off, since teeth tend to drift back towards their old positions. The practice also makes custom sleep appliances, oral devices that hold the airway open during sleep for snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea.

Cases, referrals and how treatment runs

The website shows a series of before and after cases. One was a retreatment of an open bite and crossbite after two years of unsuccessful treatment abroad, which was re-planned from scratch and corrected without surgery in eleven months. Others show moderate crowding corrected with fixed braces, and crowding treated while protecting the gums and supporting tissues throughout.

Treatment follows four stages. The first is a consultation with records, including an examination, photographs, scans or impressions and x-rays where needed. The second is a treatment plan showing the options that apply to your case, what each involves, how long it is likely to take and what it costs, before anything is fitted. Active treatment follows, with most patients seen every six to ten weeks depending on the appliance, and finally retention.

General dentists across Malta can refer patients. Referred patients are seen promptly, a written report goes back to the referring practice, and they return to their own dentist for ongoing general care.

Getting there and getting in touch

The directory places the practice at the Core Dental clinic in Naxxar, a town in the middle of the island close to Mosta and Mdina. If you are visiting from the UK, our Mdina guide and our list of hotels in Mdina and Rabat cover the area, while our overview of where to stay in Malta compares the other resorts. If you are moving to the island for work or retirement, our guide to relocating to Malta from the UK explains the practical steps, and treatment with fixed braces over many months is something to plan around.

Many visitors pair an appointment with time in the capital, which is a short drive away, so our Valletta guide is a good companion, and our Malta weather guide helps you choose the season for a longer stay. Because fixed braces are adjusted every six to ten weeks, people who live abroad part of the year usually ask the practice at the first contact how appointments could be spaced around their travel.

Opening is from 9:00 am on Monday, and appointments are by arrangement. Prices are not printed on the website, because the cost is set out in the treatment plan. When you plan a trip, see our guides to flights to Malta and things to do in Malta.

To ask about braces, aligners, an assessment for your child or a second opinion, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to Dr Deen's practice, who will reply to you directly.