Adult Orthodontics in Dublin

Specialist Adult Orthodontic Treatment at Lusk Orthodontics

At Lusk Orthodontics, we provide specialist adult orthodontics in Dublin for patients seeking high-quality, modern orthodontic treatment.

Adult orthodontic treatment is about far more than simply straightening teeth. Many adults seek treatment to improve their smile, bite, confidence, and long-term dental health. Others require orthodontic treatment before veneers, crowns, implants, or restorative dental work. Some patients need orthodontics to support periodontal treatment for gum disease, while others may require treatment as part of the management of airway concerns or sleep-disordered breathing.

In more complex cases, orthodontic treatment may also help improve facial balance, facial asymmetry, jaw discrepancies, or bite problems that affect both function and appearance.

At Lusk Orthodontics, every treatment plan is tailored to the individual patient. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we focus on accurate diagnosis, careful planning, and selecting the most suitable orthodontic treatment for each case.

Dr. Erfan Salloum provides adult orthodontic treatment for patients across North Dublin and the wider Dublin area, including Lusk, Skerries, Rush, Swords, Malahide, Donabate, Portmarnock, and Balbriggan. We also regularly welcome patients travelling from across Ireland for more advanced and specialised orthodontic care.

Whether your case is simple or highly complex, our philosophy remains the same:

Simple cases done efficiently. Complex cases done correctly.

Clear Aligners for Adults in Dublin & Swords

Clear aligners are one of the most popular orthodontic treatments for adults because they offer a discreet and comfortable way to straighten teeth.

At Lusk Orthodontics, we provide advanced clear aligner treatment using systems such as Angel Aligners and 3M Clarity Aligners.

Dr. Erfan Salloum is currently the only orthodontist in Ireland with Board Certification from the European Board of Aligner Orthodontics (EBAO). This certification represents one of the highest levels of recognition in clear aligner orthodontics and reflects a commitment to delivering treatment to the highest international standards.

Clear aligners may help treat:

• Crowded teeth

• Spaced teeth

• Bite problems

• Orthodontic relapse after previous braces

• Mild to complex orthodontic problems

However, successful clear aligner treatment depends on far more than simply wearing trays. Accurate diagnosis, digital planning, biomechanics, and case selection all play an important role in achieving predictable and stable results.

For this reason, many adults travel to Lusk Orthodontics from across Dublin and Ireland for specialist clear aligner treatment.

Lingual Braces in Dublin & Swords

Lusk Orthodontics is the leading centre in Ireland for lingual braces.

Lingual braces sit behind the teeth, making them completely hidden from view. Therefore, they are often the preferred option for adults who want the effectiveness of fixed braces without visible brackets on the front teeth.

Dr. Erfan Salloum is the only orthodontist in Ireland to hold Active Membership in both:

• The European Society of Lingual Orthodontics (ESLO)

• The World Society of Lingual Orthodontics (WSLO)

These memberships reflect recognised expertise in one of the most advanced areas of orthodontics.

Dr. Salloum is also the largest user of the WIN customised lingual braces system in Ireland and one of the largest users in Europe based on annual case numbers.

WIN is one of the most advanced fully customised lingual brace systems available worldwide. Because each bracket is individually customised for the patient, the system allows highly precise tooth movement while remaining completely hidden during treatment.

Dr. Salloum’s expertise with WIN lingual braces has also been recognised by Professor Dirk Wiechmann, the inventor of both the Incognito and WIN lingual systems.

Fixed Braces for Adults & Swords

Although many adults prefer discreet orthodontic treatment, fixed braces remain one of the most effective and reliable treatment options available.

At Lusk Orthodontics, we offer:

• Metal fixed braces.

• Ceramic braces

• Self-ligating braces

3M Fixed Braces Technology at Lusk Orthodontics

At Lusk Orthodontics, all our fixed braces systems are supplied by 3M, one of the world leaders in orthodontic technology and materials.

We use the latest 3M pre-pasted Flash-Free adhesive technology for both metal and ceramic braces. This advanced system allows cleaner and more precise bracket placement compared with traditional bonding systems.

One of the main advantages of Flash-Free technology is that it significantly reduces excess glue around the braces during placement. As a result, this may help reduce plaque retention, minimise staining around the brackets, and improve overall oral hygiene during treatment.

In addition, less excess adhesive means less residual glue to remove at the end of treatment, helping make brace removal cleaner and more comfortable for patients.

Combined with modern self-ligating brace systems, this technology helps us deliver orthodontic treatment with greater precision, comfort, and efficiency.

Adult Skeletal Expansion in Dublin & Swords

Lusk Orthodontics provides advanced adult skeletal expansion using:

• MARPE

• MSE

• BARME

• DOME techniques

Very few orthodontists in Ireland routinely provide these treatments.

Adult skeletal expansion aims to widen the upper jaw using skeletal anchorage systems rather than traditional tooth-borne expansion alone.

These treatments may help improve:

• Narrow upper jaws

• Crossbites

• Dental crowding

• Bite balance

• Airway space in selected cases

Because adult skeletal expansion is highly technique-sensitive, we use detailed digital planning and CBCT imaging when needed.

Surgical Orthodontics in Dublin & Swords

Some adults have jaw discrepancies that orthodontics alone cannot fully correct.

In these situations, surgical orthodontics may provide the best functional and aesthetic outcome.

Dr. Salloum works closely with leading oral and maxillofacial surgeons in Ireland and abroad to coordinate surgical orthodontic treatment.

Surgical orthodontics may help improve:

• Severe bite discrepancies

• Facial asymmetry

• Jaw imbalance

• Chewing function

• Facial profile

• Sleep-related breathing concerns in selected patients

At Lusk Orthodontics, surgical orthodontic treatment involves detailed planning and close collaboration between the orthodontist and surgeon throughout treatment.

Orthodontics for Impacted Teeth and Complex Cases

Lusk Orthodontics regularly manages complex orthodontic cases involving:

• Impacted teeth

• Missing teeth

• Previous orthodontic relapse

• Complex bite problems

• Multidisciplinary treatment

These cases often require collaboration with:

• Restorative dentists

• Implant dentists

• Periodontists

• Oral surgeons

• ENT specialists

• Sleep physicians

This team-based approach helps ensure the final orthodontic result works properly alongside veneers, implants, crowns, bonding, gum treatment, or surgical care where needed.

Airway Orthodontics in Swords & Dublin

At Lusk Orthodontics, we sometimes use palatal expansion as part of a supportive treatment plan for breathing-related concerns.

However, we only consider expansion when it is clinically justified and after proper medical assessment.

This usually involves collaboration with:

• ENT specialists

• Sleep physicians

• Respiratory specialists

In selected patients, widening the upper jaw may help improve airflow and bite balance. However, breathing disorders are complex and multifactorial, so orthodontic treatment alone is rarely the complete solution.

Book an Adult Orthodontic Consultation in Dublin

If you are considering adult orthodontic treatment in Dublin, clear aligners, lingual braces, fixed braces, jaw expansion treatment, or surgical orthodontics, we would be happy to help.

Book a consultation at Lusk Orthodontics and discover which orthodontic treatment option is most suitable for you.