Specialist Orthodontist – Dublin
Excellence in Orthodontics with Care that Puts People First

Dr Erfan Salloum, Specialist Orthodontist in Dublin City Centre and North County Dublin

Dr Erfan Salloum is widely recognised as one of Ireland’s most qualified and experienced specialist orthodontists. Based in Dublin City Centre and North County Dublin, he provides advanced orthodontic care for children, teenagers, and adults. His approach combines exceptional academic training with genuine warmth and meticulous attention to detail.

Over the years, Dr Salloum has helped thousands of patients achieve confident, healthy smiles through individually tailored treatment plans. His reputation has been built on precision, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to clinical excellence.


Academic & Professional Background

Dr Salloum graduated from dental school before completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Orthodontics in the United Kingdom. Afterwards, he obtained a Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics (DClinDent) from University College Cork, where he received specialist training in diagnosing and managing complex orthodontic problems.

To further refine his expertise, he pursued advanced training in lingual orthodontics under Professor Dirk Wiechmann, the inventor of the WIN and Incognito systems. He then completed a Master’s Degree in Lingual Orthodontics at the University of Padova in Italy, one of Europe’s leading centres for advanced orthodontic education.

In addition to his academic achievements, Dr Salloum is the only orthodontist in Ireland to hold Active Membership of both the European and World Societies of Lingual Orthodontics (ESLO and WSLO). This rare dual recognition highlights his dedication to excellence in hidden brace techniques and establishes him as the leading authority in lingual orthodontics in Ireland.

Furthermore, he is also the only orthodontist in Ireland to have attained Diplomate status from the European Board of Aligner Orthodontics (EBAO). This distinction recognises his world-class expertise in clear aligner treatment, including Invisalign, Spark, and Angel Aligners.


Professional Qualifications

  • BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
  • PG.Cert(Orth) (Postgraduate Certificate in Orthodontics, UK)
  • DClinDent(Orth) (Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics, University College Cork)
  • Ms.Ling(Orth) (Master’s in Lingual Orthodontics, University of Padova, Italy)
  • MFD RCSI (Membership of the Faculty of Dentistry, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland)
  • MFDS RCPSG (Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow)
  • MOrth RCSEd (Membership in Orthodontics, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh)
  • FFD(Orth) RCSI (Fellowship in Orthodontics, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland)
  • MOrth RCSEng (Membership in Orthodontics, Royal College of Surgeons of England)
  • FDS(Orth) RCSEng (Fellowship in Orthodontics, Royal College of Surgeons of England)
  • FDS (Orth) RCPSG (Fellowship in Orthodontics, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow)
  • Diplomate, European Board of Aligner Orthodontics (EBAO)

In addition, Dr Salloum currently serves as Scientific Secretary of the Orthodontic Society of Ireland (OSI).


Areas of Expertise

Dr Salloum is known for his advanced clinical expertise in:

  • Lingual orthodontics (WIN and Incognito systems)
  • Clear aligner therapy (Invisalign, Spark, Angel Aligners)
  • Comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children, teenagers, and adults
  • Complex and interdisciplinary orthodontics involving restorative or surgical planning
  • Skeletal expansion and airway-focused orthodontics (MARPE, MSE, DOME)
  • Digital orthodontics and CBCT-guided diagnosis

Because of his skill and experience, he is recognised as the leading user of the WIN lingual braces system in Ireland and among the largest users in Europe.


Clinical Philosophy

Orthodontics is not only about straightening teeth — it is about restoring balance, function, and confidence. Every patient deserves a thoughtful, individualised approach that combines scientific precision with aesthetic understanding.

For this reason, Dr Salloum focuses on creating smiles that are not just beautiful but also healthy and stable in the long term. His philosophy is simple:
Deliver world-class orthodontic results through clinical excellence, compassion, and care that puts people first.


Lusk Orthodontics – Opening 2026

Dr Salloum is currently establishing Lusk Orthodontics, a purpose-built specialist orthodontic clinic opening in North County Dublin in 2026. Designed with precision and patient comfort in mind, the clinic will bring world-class orthodontic care to the growing communities of Lusk, Skerries, Rush, Swords, Donabate, Balbriggan, Malahide, and the surrounding areas.

Click here to check Lusk Orthodontics.


For Patients Searching Online

Patients searching for an orthodontist in Dublin City Centre or North County Dublin can rely on Dr Erfan Salloum for the highest standards of specialist orthodontic care. Whether it involves lingual bracesclear alignersskeletal expansion, or complex jaw surgery, Dr Salloum offers world-class expertise and unique clinical skills that are rare to find in Dublin or anywhere else in Ireland.

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Approach

I recommend and prescribe orthodontic treatments to my patients as if they were my own family and I value meaningful relationships based on communication, confidence and trust.

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“We highly recommend Dr Erfan Sallom, he transformed our daughter's teeth and she’s extremely happy with her beautiful smile! We were looking for a Orthodontist...”

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“I have just finished my two year orthodontic treatment with Dr Erfan and I would highly recommend. He explained everything perfectly about the treatment plan...”

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