12 Best Orthodontists in Zurich

Suits adults who want braces that nobody sees. Dr. Philipp Meyer is a Fachzahnarzt für Kieferorthopädie with a master's degree and works with lingual brackets made individually with DW Lingual Systems, as well as Invisalign, ceramic and fixed braces. The first consultation with a 3D scan, treatment plan and cost estimate is free. Starting prices are published for each type of appliance, and consultations are held in German and English.

A practical choice for families in Altstetten who want orthodontics and general dentistry in one place. The practice is led by orthodontist Prof. Rengin Attin-Tütüncü and offers fixed braces, lingual braces, Invisalign for teenagers and adults, removable appliances and early treatment. The first consultation includes a 3D scan, and treatment plans can also be discussed by WhatsApp video. Instalment payment is available for treatment costs.

Suits English-speaking patients who want a practice led by an academic orthodontist. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Alexandra Holst, board certified in orthodontics since 2006, was an assistant professor in the orthodontics department at the University of Erlangen and still teaches there as an adjunct professor. Her practice on Löwenstrasse, near the main station, treats children, teenagers and adults and offers early treatment and clear aligners. The website opens in English.

Suits expat families who want to discuss treatment in English. The practice on Schweizergasse, three minutes on foot from the main station, works in German, English and Greek and treats children, teenagers and adults. It offers fixed braces, invisible fixed braces, aligners and removable appliances, plus skeletal anchorage for more demanding tooth movements. Appointments run Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm.

A good choice for families who prefer a cautious approach to extractions. Dr. Ioana Maria Jung, a Fachzahnärztin für Kieferorthopädie, aims to preserve healthy teeth and only considers removing them once other options have been reviewed. The practice offers Invisalign, including Invisalign First and Teen, fixed braces for all ages and removable appliances for children. It sits on Bodmerstrasse, about 200 metres from Enge station.

Worth considering for patients who want costs explained step by step before treatment starts. Prof. Raphael Patcas, a Fachzahnarzt für Kieferorthopädie, has run this fully digital practice on Tessinerplatz, next to Enge station, since 2020. The first clinical examination with consultation costs CHF 137, and the full diagnostic records with X-rays, models and photos are charged separately before a treatment plan and estimate are drawn up.

Suits families in Höngg and the west of the city who want a long-established neighbourhood orthodontist. Dr. Christoph Schweizer, a Fachzahnarzt für Kieferorthopädie, has worked in the practice since 1996, joined in 2015 by Dr. Juliana Jufer, who holds an MSc in orthodontics. The practice sits right by the Schwert tram stop on Limmattalstrasse. Early treatment for children is a priority, and adults can choose Invisalign or Incognito lingual braces.

The address for patients set on aligners. Owner Dr. Barbara Scheiner-Mislik is a Fachzahnärztin für Kieferorthopädie who trained at the University of Zurich and sits on the board of the Swiss Society for Aligner Orthodontics. The practice near Stadelhofen station treats children and adults of any age with Invisalign and fixed braces. Its website is available in English, and treatment appointments usually start within three to four weeks.

Suits teenagers and adults in Kreis 7 who are considering Invisalign. Dr. Michèle Alder's practice on Zeltweg covers the full range of orthodontics for children, adolescents and adults, with a dedicated focus on aligner treatment built up over more than 15 years. Opening hours run from 7:45 am to 6 pm from Monday to Thursday, which helps with appointments before school or work. Dentists can refer patients through a separate page.

A good fit for families who want orthodontics and children's dentistry in the same practice. Dr. Marju Vunder is a Fachzahnärztin für Kieferorthopädie and treats children, teenagers and adults next to Stadelhofen station. Alongside orthodontics, the practice offers paediatric dentistry, dental hygiene and bleaching. It also gives second opinions to patients unsure about a treatment plan from elsewhere. The website is available in English, and the team is multilingual.

Suits adults who want aligners or lingual braces combined with cosmetic dental work. This Kreis 5 practice near Escher-Wyss-Platz names orthodontics and aesthetic dentistry as its two focuses and is a member of the European Aligner Society. It offers aligners for adults and teenagers, lingual brackets, retainers and treatment for jaw joint problems. Veneers, bonding and bleaching can follow once the teeth are straight. The website has an English version.

Suits patients with jaw or facial pain linked to the bite as well as straightening needs. Dr. Felix A. Rohrer, a Fachzahnarzt für Kieferorthopädie, treats myoarthropathy, the muscle and jaw joint disorders behind some head and facial pain, alongside orthodontics. His practice next to Stadelhofen offers early treatment for children and Invisalign and Spark clear aligners for adults. The website is available in English.