Braces and Clear Aligners for Adults and Teens in Dongdaemun Seoul
Straighten crowded teeth, close gaps and correct your bite with braces or clear aligners, planned on digital diagnostics. Consultations and check-ups in English.
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Where can I get orthodontic treatment in English in Dongdaemun, Seoul?
Dongdaemun SeoulOneTop Dental Clinic provides orthodontics on the 5th floor of 1050 Jegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, a 2-minute walk from Jegi-dong Station Exit 2 on Subway Line 1. Options include metal, ceramic and self-ligating braces, clear aligners, partial orthodontics and treatment for teens and children.
Your dentist evaluates your teeth, bite and jaw relationship with digital diagnostics, explains in English which option fits your case and lifestyle, and provides retainers after treatment to keep the result.
Choose your orthodontic treatment
Each option has its own page with details on who it suits and how it works.
Braces
Metal, ceramic and self-ligating braces for crowding, gaps and bite problems.
Braces →Clear Aligners
Removable transparent trays for discreet straightening in suitable cases.
Clear aligners →Protruding Front Teeth
Correction of prominent upper front teeth and increased overjet.
Protruding teeth →Retainers
Removable, fixed and clear retainers, plus replacements.
Retainers →Partial Orthodontics
Treatment focused on specific teeth when full correction is not needed.
Braces →Teen & Child Orthodontics
Evaluation of eruption, jaw development and alignment for younger patients.
Pediatric dentistry →How braces compare with clear aligners
A general guide only. Your dentist recommends the best option after your evaluation.
| Braces | Clear aligners | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Brackets and wires fixed to the teeth | Removable transparent trays |
| Visibility | Metal, or less noticeable ceramic brackets | Transparent |
| Removable | No | Yes, for eating and cleaning |
| Learn more | Braces | Clear aligners |
Orthodontics can treat
- Crowded or overlapping teeth
- Spacing and gaps between teeth
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Open bite
- Crossbite
Who it suits
- Adults seeking straighter teeth
- Teenagers with crowding or bite problems
- Children requiring early orthodontic evaluation
- Patients with overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite
- Patients with gaps or crowded teeth
- Patients whose teeth have shifted after previous orthodontic treatment
Your orthodontic journey
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Initial Consultation & Digital Evaluation
The dentist evaluates your teeth, bite, jaw relationship, and treatment goals using appropriate examinations and digital diagnostic tools.
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Personalized Treatment Planning
Your orthodontic plan is developed based on the diagnosis, desired results, recommended orthodontic appliance, and estimated treatment process.
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Braces or Clear Aligner Treatment
The selected orthodontic system is started, and detailed instructions are provided regarding oral hygiene, appliance care, and daily precautions.
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Regular Orthodontic Check-Ups
Follow-up appointments allow the dental team to monitor tooth movement, evaluate progress, and make necessary adjustments throughout treatment.
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Bite & Alignment Refinement
Final adjustments focus on achieving balanced tooth positioning, bite function, and smile aesthetics.
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Retention
After active orthodontic treatment is completed, customized retainers help maintain the corrected tooth positions and reduce the risk of relapse.
Digitally planned tooth movement
- 3D
Digital scans and X-rays Your bite and tooth positions are recorded digitally before treatment is planned.
- BR
3M and Invisalign systems Brackets and clear aligner systems from established brands such as 3M and Invisalign.
- PLN
Clear treatment plan You see the expected movement, number of visits and cost before you start.
- RET
Retention after treatment Retainers help keep your teeth in their new position.
Care led by board-certified dentists
Each treatment is handled by the dentist certified in it, and the whole team reviews patient records together every morning.
Orthodontics for foreigners in Seoul
Expats & students
Regular adjustment visits fit around work or classes, with evening appointments on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Short or split stays
Tell us your timeline. We explain which options fit a shorter stay and how follow-up can work.
Never too late
Many adults straighten their teeth. We explain discreet options such as clear aligners.
Am I too old for braces?
No. Adults are common orthodontic patients. Treatment is planned around your bite, gum health and goals.
Braces or clear aligners: which is better for me?
Aligners suit many mild to moderate cases and are removable. Braces can handle a wider range of bite problems. Your dentist recommends one after evaluation.
How often do I need check-ups?
Regular appointments monitor tooth movement. Your dentist explains the schedule when planning treatment, so tell us how long you are in Seoul.
Do I need retainers afterward?
Yes. Retainers help keep teeth in their new positions. Read about retainers.
Do the dentists speak English?
Yes. Consultations and treatment explanations are given in English, with support in Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian and Mongolian.
Where is the clinic and when is it open?
5F, 1050 Jegi-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, a 2-minute walk from Jegi-dong Station Exit 2 on Subway Line 1. Open Mon, Tue and Thu 9:30 AM–6:30 PM, Wed and Fri until 8:00 PM, and Saturday until 2:00 PM.
Start your orthodontic treatment in English
Send a smile photo and tell us what you want to change. We'll reply with options and how often you would need to visit.
