Specialist orthodontics in NW Calgary

Clear Aligners Planned by a Specialist and Made Here in Calgary

Your result depends on the plan more than on the plastic. The 3D plan, the 3D printing and your finished aligners all stay with us.

orthodontics

Certified specialist orthodontist

PhD in orthodontic biomechanics

Aligners made in our NW Calgary lab

No referral needed

Our approach

You Need a Treatment, Not a Product

We start with the gentlest approach that will work and add only what your case truly needs.

01

Diagnosis first, then the right tools

Aligners, braces or both: your exam decides.

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Planned by how teeth actually move

Every step is set by the forces each tooth needs.

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Designed to avoid attachments

Attachments and tooth filing kept to a minimum where your case allows.

See our numbers: How we measure our own results →

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One fee, braces included if needed

No itemized charges. Payment plans available.

We also offer: TMD therapy · sleep apnea adjunctive therapy · part-time (night-time) wear where your case allows · flexible payment plans

Clear aligners at Smile Elements Orthodontics

Under one roof

Our Aligners Are Made Here in Calgary

  1. The 3D plan. Written by your orthodontist, tooth by tooth.
  2. The 3D printing. Each stage printed in our own lab.
  3. Your finished aligners. Laser-trimmed, checked and fitted here.

Some clinics print aligners on site while the planning is done somewhere else. Here, the plan comes from the orthodontist who examines you.

In one study of 324 patients, 99.4% of aligner patients needed at least one revised plan along the way (Meade, Ng and Weir, 2023). Here, the same orthodontist plans every revision.

Meet your orthodontist

Dr. Hisham Badawi

A certified specialist orthodontist with a PhD from the University of Alberta in orthodontic biomechanics. He originated OSIM, a 3D orthodontic force simulator, and leads every plan made in our clinic.

Smile Elements

Getting started

Start in Three Steps

1

Book your consultation

Online, by email or with a quick call to (403) 730-6400.

2

Fill out the intake form

Complete it online before your visit. Open the intake form.

3

Visit us

A complimentary 60-minute consultation: your exam, your options and the fees, before you decide.

From our Google reviews

What Our Patients Say

★★★★★

“Dr. Hisham Badawi is very easy to talk to. Staff are friendly. The clinic is clean and organized well. We have had a great experience here.”

Sara C., Google review

★★★★★

“Dr. Badawi’s attention to detail, to ensure my son has the perfect bite, and smile is fantastic. He goes the extra mile to ensure everything is just right.”

Leanna K., Google review

★★★★★

“Dr. Badawi has worked with our family for years. He is kind, professional, patient, and skilled. He also has a great staff.”

Kham M., Google review

Common questions

Before Your First Visit

Is the first consultation free?

Yes. Your first consultation is complimentary, and you learn whether aligners or braces suit your bite, how long treatment is expected to take, and what it costs.

Do I need a referral from my dentist?

No. You can book directly. If your dentist has referred you, bring the referral or ask them to send it to us.

Who will plan my treatment?

Dr. Hisham Badawi, a certified specialist in orthodontics, plans every treatment himself, and our own lab in Calgary makes the aligners.

What does treatment cost?

Treatment fees typically range from $3,000 to $10,000. Your fee depends on your bite, the treatment you need and how long it takes. At your complimentary consultation you receive your exact fee in writing, with what it includes, before anything starts. Payment plans are arranged to fit your budget.

How do fees and payment plans work?

Fees depend on your treatment plan, and you receive them in writing before you start. Payment plans are arranged to fit your budget. We accept cash, debit, Visa and Mastercard, and our team can help you understand your insurance coverage.

What ages do you treat?

Adults, teens and children. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic check by age 7.

Can I get a second opinion on my aligner treatment?

Yes. If your aligners have stopped fitting or treatment keeps getting extended, we review your teeth, your bite and the plan behind your aligners, with no commitment.

Where are you, and when are you open?

#250, 15 Royal Vista Place NW, Calgary, close to Royal Oak and Rocky Ridge. Monday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday 9:30 am to 5:00 pm; Thursday and Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Not Sure What You Need? Start Here.

A complimentary 60-minute consultation at #250, 15 Royal Vista Place NW. No referral needed.

Dentists: refer a patient.