Self-ligating braces in Orthoestetic Studio

Orthoestetic Studio is a private dental clinic in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The facility operates from a single building and focuses on orthodontics and specialized dentistry. It treats children, adolescents, and adults with a focus on family-wide oral health.### Clinical Expertise and Team**Dr. Fabiola Alvarez** founded the clinic and serves as its CEO. She holds a PhD and MSc in Orthodontics from the University of São Paulo in Brazil. Dr. Alvarez has over 10 years of experience in maxillofacial orthopedics and dental aesthetics.The team also includes Dr. Leyli Salvador, a general dentist. Dr. Salvador manages essential dental services:

• Professional cleanings and whitening
• Fixed and removable prosthetics
• Endodontic root canal treatments
• Oral surgeries and extractions

Treatment plans start with precise digital measurements and staged adjustments.

### Orthodontic SpecializationThe clinic offers two main orthodontic paths: braces and invisible aligners. Specialists use digital, tooth-by-tooth planning to design each treatment. This method gives patients controlled, predictable tooth movement. For braces, the clinic uses titanium and steel alloys.Options for orthodontic systems include:

• Self-ligating braces – These use a smart gate instead of elastics. This reduces friction, so visits are needed only every 8 weeks.
• Invisalign – Removable clear aligners changed every 1–2 weeks for staged correction.
• SmartClip and Damon braces – Brackets designed for comfort and efficiency.
• Pediatric interceptive care – Early guidance of jaw growth to avoid future bone surgery.

The clinic also treats patients with periodontitis (bone loss). These cases move slowly to protect the patient's bone health.

### Diagnostic and Treatment TechnologiesOrthoestetic Studio uses **digital planning software** for all invisible aligner cases. This allows exact measurements before appliance fabrication. Diagnostic tools at the clinic include:

• Periapical X-rays for detailed views of individual teeth and surrounding bone
• Consultations with maxillofacial surgeons for complex structural cases
• CT scans for three-dimensional imaging

Specialists use these tools to build treatment plans based on precise diagnosis.

### Services for International PatientsThe clinic serves the entire family, from childhood through adulthood. The medical team and support staff offer consultations in Spanish. Patients receive guidance on dental health topics throughout treatment. The clinic manages follow-up care for long-distance patients through systems that require fewer in-person visits.