Dr. Anahita Salehi is a highly experienced and internationally educated specialist in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics practicing in Dubai. Her work spans both traditional and advanced digital orthodontic techniques, and she is distinguished for introducing innovation in the Middle East orthodontic space.
Educational & Professional Background
Dr. Salehi graduated in 2002 from a six-year dental school programme in Tehran, earning a DDS degree.
After ~ 6 years of general dental practice, she pursued postgraduate training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics at Boston University – IDRE, culminating in MSD and CAGS degrees.
Following that, she assumed roles not only as a practising specialist orthodontist, but also as a clinical instructor and lecturer (e.g. at MBRU) and worked in private practices.
Areas of Expertise & Clinical Focus
Dr. Salehi’s professional profile highlights a broad and deep scope within orthodontics and allied disciplines. Key competencies include:
Braces treatment (children and adults)
Clear aligner / invisible braces solutions
Growth modification therapies for children
Orthognathic (jaw) cases and multidisciplinary bite reconstruction
Habit control & early interceptive orthodontics
Management of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders
Appliance therapy for sleep apnea
Digital orthodontics — in particular, she is cited as the only provider of SureSmile technology in the Middle East, which utilises intraoral scanning and virtual simulation.
In short: her profile spans both corrective and aesthetic orthodontic work, with a special emphasis on leveraging digital tools to enhance precision and patient experience.
Current Practice & Languages
Her listed languages include English, Arabic, Farsi, German, Spanish, Azeri — reflecting strong multilingual capabilities for diverse patients.
In directories she’s described as having 20+ years of experience in the field.