Straighten crooked teeth, close gaps and correct your bite with modern orthodontic treatment. Choose from affordable metal braces, discreet ceramic braces, or near-invisible clear aligners — we help you find the right fit for your lifestyle and budget.
Orthodontic problems occur when the teeth, jaw, or both develop unevenly. Crowding happens when there is insufficient space in the jaw for all teeth to erupt properly. Spacing is the opposite — gaps between teeth that affect both appearance and function. Bite problems (overbite, underbite, crossbite, open bite) relate to the relationship between the upper and lower teeth when the mouth is closed.
Traditional fixed braces use metal or ceramic brackets bonded to each tooth, connected by archwires that are periodically adjusted to shift teeth. Clear aligners take a different approach — a series of custom-fabricated removable plastic trays that each move teeth a fraction of a millimetre, changed every 1–2 weeks.
At Palace Dental Centre, we conduct a thorough orthodontic assessment — including dental X-rays and impressions or digital scans — to create a personalised treatment plan. We offer all three major orthodontic options and advise honestly on which will give you the best result for your specific case and budget.
Three orthodontic systems to suit different cases, lifestyles and budgets. Your best option is determined at the assessment.
| Factor | Metal / Ceramic Braces | Clear Aligners |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Metal: visible; Ceramic: tooth-coloured, less visible | Nearly invisible — clear plastic trays |
| Removability | Fixed — worn 24/7 for full treatment | Removable — take out to eat and brush |
| Best for | All complexities, especially complex bite correction | Mild-to-moderate crowding and spacing |
| Effectiveness (complex cases) | Highly effective — dentist has full control | Limited for complex jaw/bite movement |
| Patient discipline required | Low — fixed in place | High — must be worn 20–22 hrs/day |
| Eating restrictions | Yes — avoid hard/sticky foods | None — remove trays to eat |
| Oral hygiene | Requires more careful brushing around brackets | Remove to brush — easier hygiene |
| Starting price at Palace | From KSh 35,000/jaw (metal) | From KSh 65,000 (full treatment) |
Orthodontic treatment at Palace Dental Centre addresses a full range of alignment and bite issues.
Insufficient jaw space causes teeth to overlap or twist. Crowding makes thorough brushing harder and increases cavity risk. Very common and highly correctable.
Extra space between teeth can affect appearance and allow gum tissue to be exposed to more trauma. Treatment closes gaps permanently.
Upper front teeth excessively overlap lower front teeth. Can cause wear on lower teeth and jaw pain. Braces with or without rubber bands correct this effectively.
Lower teeth protrude past upper teeth. Often has a skeletal component. Best corrected earlier (in teens) but treatable in adults with the right approach.
Upper and lower teeth bite on the wrong side of each other. Can cause asymmetric jaw growth and tooth wear. Treatment depends on location and severity.
Upper and lower front teeth don't touch when the back teeth bite together. Often linked to thumb-sucking habits or tongue posture. Correctable with orthodontics.
Clinical examination, X-rays, and impressions or digital scans. We review your bite, discuss your goals, and recommend the best treatment option for your case.
A detailed treatment plan with expected timeline and cost is provided. Braces are bonded or aligners are fitted. Most patients adapt within 1–2 weeks.
Monthly appointments to adjust wires (braces) or collect new aligner trays. Progress is monitored at every visit and the plan adjusted as needed.
When teeth have reached their final positions, braces are removed or aligner treatment ends. Teeth are polished and a final check is performed.
Retainers (fixed and/or removable) are provided to hold your result. Teeth naturally tend to drift back — retainers are essential to protect your investment permanently.
Book your free orthodontic consultation. KTDA Plaza, Moi Avenue, Nairobi CBD. Mon–Sat 8AM–6PM.