Orthodontics Career in Dubai

756 Licensed Professionals · 21 per 100K

Dubai employs 756 DHA-licensed orthodontics professionals across 15 areas, working at 10 facilities. The consultant ratio is 6% — meaning 43 hold consultant-level appointments. The FTL rate is 72%, indicating the share operating under their own trade license.

756

Total workforce

21

Per 100K population

72%

FTL rate

6%

Consultant ratio

Top Employers

The largest employers of orthodontics professionals in Dubai, ranked by headcount.

Geographic Hotspots

The top 3 areas account for 44% of all orthodontics professionals in Dubai.

Employment Model

FTL (Own License)

548

72%

REG (Facility License)

208

28%

A higher FTL rate suggests more independent practitioners and private practice opportunities. With 72% FTL, orthodontics professionals in Dubai lean toward independent practice.

Specialist to Consultant Pathway

713

Specialists

43

Consultants

6%

Consultant ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

How many orthodontics professionals work in Dubai?

There are 756 DHA-licensed orthodontics professionals in Dubai as of 2026-04-03. This translates to 21 per 100,000 population.

What are the top employers for orthodontics in Dubai?

The largest employers are Queens Medical Center , Dr Joy Dental Clinic Llc Branch, Al Barsha Medical Center - PHC. The top facility employs 7 orthodontics professionals.

What is the FTL rate for orthodontics in Dubai?

72% of orthodontics professionals hold a Full Trade License (FTL), meaning they operate under their own license. The remaining 28% are registered under a facility's license.

Where are orthodontics professionals concentrated in Dubai?

The top areas are Al Barsha (7), Dubai Marina (5), Jumeirah (4). The top 3 areas account for 44% of all orthodontics professionals.

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Source: Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Sheryan Medical Professional Registry. Data scraped 2026-04-03. This career profile is for informational purposes only and does not constitute career or employment advice.