American Dental Clinic is one of Dubai’s most established and recognised dental practices, with a history in the UAE stretching back to 1985. Founded and led by Dr. Michael R. Ziegler, the clinic has built its reputation on a combination of American-standard dental care, advanced in-house technology, and a multidisciplinary team of specialists covering every area of dentistry under one roof. With two locations serving Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the clinic has treated patients from across the UAE and the wider region, maintaining a strong standing in both cosmetic dentistry and complex restorative and surgical care.
What distinguishes American Dental Clinic from many competitors in Dubai’s crowded dental market is the depth of its specialist team combined with an in-house dental laboratory. While most dental clinics outsource prosthetic fabrication, American Dental Clinic produces custom restorations on-site, which shortens turnaround times, allows for closer quality control, and enables more precise colour-matching and fit for crowns, veneers, bridges, and implant restor, veneers, bridges, and implant restorations. The clinic has operated continuously in Dubai for over four decades and is licensed by the Dubai Health Authority.
Specialties and Services
American Dental Clinic provides a comprehensive range of treatments spanning general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dentistry. The full service offering includes dental implants and All-on-Four implant-supported restorations, Invisalign clear aligner orthodontics, orthodontic braces for children and adults, porcelain veneers and non-prep veneers, in-chair and take-home teeth whitening, crowns and bridges, aesthetic inlays and onlays, root canal treatment (endodontics), gum treatment (periodontics), oral surgery, children’s dentistry (paediatric), complete and partial dentures, professional dental hygiene and teeth cleaning, jaw pain and TMJ treatment, anti-ageing cosmetic dentistry, LANAP laser gum treatment, and custom prosthetic restorations produced through the in-house dental laboratory.
Medical Team
American Dental Clinic maintains a large and diverse specialist team covering all areas of dental care. Below is the clinic’s team of dentists and specialists.
| Doctor | Specialty | Notes |
| Dr. Michael R. Ziegler | General Dentist and Implantologist — Medical Director | Founder of the clinic; leads cosmetic, implant, and multidisciplinary cases. Multiple Aesthetic MENA Award winner. |
| Dr. Philippe Sleiman | Endodontist | Specialises in root canal treatment and endodontic surgery. |
| Dr. Grace Eid | Paediatric Dentist | Children’s dentistry including preventive care, fillings, and early orthodontic assessment. Aesthetic MENA Award winner. |
| Dr. Timothy Shaughnessy | Orthodontist | Traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligners for children and adults. |
| Dr. Hani Abdul Salam | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral surgery, extractions, surgical implant placement. |
| Dr. Mauricio Taborda | General Dentist and Implantology Specialist | Dental implants, single crowns, full arch rehabilitation. |
| Dr. Moritz Bichler | General, Aesthetic and Digital Dentist (German-trained, D.M.D.) | Digital smile design, aesthetic restorations, CAD/CAM dentistry. |
| Dr. Zeina Hammad | General Dentist | General dental care, composite fillings, preventive treatment. |
| Dr. Rouba Hamdan | General Dentist | Routine care, cosmetic bonding, teeth whitening. |
| Dr. Dalia Fleihan | General Practitioner Dentist | General dentistry, hygiene support, patient education. |
| Dr. Svetlana Nekrutenko | General Dentist | Restorative dentistry, crowns, and preventive care. |
| Dr. Fernanda Oliveria Salloum | General Dentist | Routine and restorative dental care. |
| Dr. Surra Alazzawi | Dental Hygienist | Professional cleaning, scale and polish, gum health monitoring, patient oral hygiene education. |
Awards and Recognition
American Dental Clinic has received recognition at the Aesthetic MENA Awards across multiple years, with results covering several categories.
| Year | Recipient | Category | Position |
| Aesthetic MENA 2009 | Dr. Michael R. Ziegler | Conservative Aesthetic Best Case | 2nd and 3rd Place |
| Aesthetic MENA 2010 | Dr. Michael R. Ziegler | Multidisciplinary Best Case | 3rd Place |
| Aesthetic MENA 2010 | Dr. Grace Eid | Prosthetic Restoration (Fixed and Removable) Best Case | 2nd Place |
| Aesthetic MENA 2012 | Dr. Michael R. Ziegler | Dental Technician Best Case | Finalist |
Working Hours
| Saturday to Thursday | 9:00am to 7:00pm |
| Friday | Closed |
Dubai Branch Contact
| Address | Villa 54, Jumeirah Beach Road (next to Dubai Zoo), Jumeirah, Dubai |
| Phone | +971 4 344 0668 |
| +971 50 685 2515 | |
| Website | americandentalclinic.com |
| @americandentalclinic.uae | |
| American Dental Clinic UAE | |
| Google Maps | View on Map |
Abu Dhabi Branch Contact
| Address | Al Khalidiya, behind BMW Showroom, near American Community School, Al Bateen Area, Abu Dhabi |
| Phone | +971 2 681 2921 |
| +971 50 288 2052 | |
| Hours | Saturday to Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm | Friday: Closed |
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What to Expect at American Dental Clinic Dubai
American Dental Clinic positions itself as a full-service dental provider capable of handling everything from routine check-ups to complex full-mouth rehabilitation under one roof. Patients arriving for an initial consultation can expect a thorough clinical examination that may include digital X-rays, 3D imaging where appropriate, and a detailed discussion of treatment options tailored to their specific needs. The clinic uses iTero digital scanning technology for Invisalign cases, allowing patients to visualise projected treatment outcomes before committing to a course of aligners.
The in-house dental laboratory is a meaningful differentiator for patients requiring crowns, veneers, bridges, and implant restorations. Restorations produced in the clinic’s own lab are fabricated with close input from the clinical team, enabling adjustments and refinements that external labs cannot provide with the same degree of responsiveness. For complex cosmetic cases involving smile makeovers or full-arch restorations, this model delivers more predictable and consistent aesthetic outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is American Dental Clinic in Dubai?
The Dubai clinic is located at Villa 54, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah, next to Dubai Zoo. It is accessible from most areas of Dubai via Sheikh Zayed Road and the Jumeirah residential areas.
Does American Dental Clinic accept health insurance?
The clinic accepts selected insurance plans. Contact the clinic directly at +971 4 344 0668 or via WhatsApp at +971 50 685 2515 to confirm whether your specific insurer and plan are accepted before booking your appointment.
Does American Dental Clinic offer Invisalign in Dubai?
Yes. American Dental Clinic is an authorised Invisalign provider in Dubai. The clinic uses iTero digital scanning technology for 3D smile simulation, and Dr. Timothy Shaughnessy leads orthodontic cases including Invisalign for both adults and teenagers.
What are the working hours of American Dental Clinic?
The clinic is open Saturday through Thursday from 9:00am to 7:00pm. It is closed on Fridays. The Abu Dhabi branch maintains the same schedule.
Does American Dental Clinic do dental implants?
Yes. Dental implants are among the clinic’s core services, with Dr. Mauricio Taborda specialising in implantology alongside general dentistry. The clinic also offers All-on-Four implant-supported full arch restorations for patients requiring full arch rehabilitation.
Other dental clinics and services in Dubai:
Royal Dental Clinic Dubai
Dr. Joy Dental Clinic Dubai
Novomed Dubai
American Hospital Dubai
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