Dr Rafif Tayara
Patients often talk about how they look after children and gentle hands.
Patients most often mentionGood with children 18 · Gentle hands 7See the reviewsHide
Counted in the 44 Google reviews we read, up to October 2026.
Dr Rafif Tayara is a children’s dentist
Their focus is dental care for children and teens. They also offer emergency care, care for nervous patients and sedation and braces or Invisalign.
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Good to know before you call
- No opening hours online, so call to check
About Dr. Rafif Tayara
The DHA register lists Rafif Tayara as Specialist Pediatric Dentistry, registered at Invisalign Center LLC.
This is Dr. Rafif Tayara's own Google listing, and it links to the website of JuniorDental, which has its own page here with treatments, insurers and the full team.
Of the 44 written reviews about dental care for Dr. Rafif Tayara, 30 describe children’s treatment.
From its 44 written reviews about dental care, its listing and the DHA register.
How it compares in Umm Suqeim
- Patients mention children’s treatment 14.1 times as often as at the average Dubai clinic (30 reviews).
- Patients mention how they look after children 17.4 times as often as at the average Dubai clinic (18 reviews).
- Patients mention clear explanations 1.8 times as often as at the average Dubai clinic (7 reviews).
From its 44 written Google reviews about dental care to 7 October 2026.
What patients say: 44 written reviews
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Who you could see here.
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Co-Founder & Pediatric Dentist Dr. Rafif Tayara is a leading triple trained in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, Sleep Dental Medicine qualified from Tufts University, and a top Invisalign Provider based in Dubai and the Netherlands. She's the founder of JuniorDental and The Pediatric Academy, and a book author. Voted "Best Pediatric Dentist 2025 and 2026" she's a frequent speaker and educator, sharing on topics such as interceptive orthodontics, airway development, and modern pediatric dentistry. Her philosophy blends modern pediatric dentistry, timely interceptive pediatric orthodontics, and myofunctional therapy to address the root causes of dental and airway issues in growing children, and revolves around a multi-disciplinary team of ENT doctors, speech and feeding therapists, sleep surgeons and physiotherapists. As a proud mum of three, Her mission is simple yet powerful: to…
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Oral and maxillofacial surgeon Meet Dr. PhilippeChanavazDr. Philippe Chanavaz is a highly accomplished oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Dubai, dedicated to delivering advanced and patient-centric care. With a medical background rooted in both dental and surgical excellence, Dr. Chanavaz has earned a reputation as a pioneer in the fields of dental implantology, bone regeneration, and complex maxillofacial procedures.
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Pediatric dentist Dr. Julie SU is graduated from the Paris Descartes Faculty of Dentistry. She later completed postgraduate certificates (CES) in Prosthodontics and Periodontology, as well as certification in Conscious Sedation, reflecting her comprehensive and versatile clinical background. As a mother of three, Dr. Julie SU understands how important it is for children to feel safe, heard, and comfortable during dental visits. She is passionate about creating positive, stress-free experiences that help children build confidence and healthy dental habits from an early age. Fluent in French, English and Chinese, she has practiced in both France and the UAE, always caring for children with attention to detail, patience and empathy. Her practice includes a full range of pediatric dental treatments, including cavity management, pediatric crowns, pulp therapies, and nitrous oxide…
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Pediatric dentist & Invisalign First provider Meet Dr. Micheline Katramiz, our Specialist Pediatric Dentist at Junior Dental! Dr. Micheline brings warmth, expertise, and a deep passion for children’s oral health. As a mom of two herself, she understands how to make every child feel safe, heard, and comfortable at the dentist. She specializes in a full range of pediatric dental treatments including crowns, fillings, pulp therapy, laughing gaz, and general anesthesia (GA) for more complex cases. She is also a certified Invisalign First provider, offering early orthodontic solutions for growing smiles.
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Is your child's swallowing pattern affecting their bite? Dr. Michelin Katramiz explains how a lingering reverse swallow impacts teeth and speech after age six.
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Dr. Rafif Tayara Wins “Best Pediatric Dentist Award 2025” by Mother, Baby & Child Magazine
Care at Dr Rafif Tayara: children, emergencies and 2 more
- 18 parents say they’re good with children.
- Fluoride or sealants · their website covers this ↗
- Sedation, if it’s needed · their website covers this ↗
Offers emergency care. Read more on their website ↗
Offers care for nervous patients and sedation. Read more on their website ↗
- 5 nervous patients felt at ease.
- 7 patients mention gentle hands.
- Sedation or laughing gas · their website covers this ↗
Offers braces or Invisalign. Read more on their website ↗
Cost and insurance
Treatments
Everything Dr Rafif Tayara offers, with a link to read more on their website.
Checked on the DHA register
The Dubai Health Authority register confirms 3 dentists here: 2 specialists and 1 general dentist, including children’s dentist. 3 are women.
All 3 and their grades
- Micheline KatramizSpecialist children’s dentist
- Rafif TayaraSpecialist children’s dentist
- Julie SuGeneral dentist
Equipment and access
Questions the clinic answers
When should my child have their first dental visit?
Usually by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth erupting. Early visits help establish healthy oral habits and allow the dentist to monitor your child's dental development from the start.
How can I prevent cavities in my child's teeth?
Good oral hygiene, limiting sugary and sticky snacks and drinks, regular dental check-ups, and assessing your child's airway are all key steps to preventing cavities in children.
When should I start brushing my child's teeth, and how much toothpaste should I use?
Start brushing as soon as the first tooth appears. Use a rice-sized amount of remineralising toothpaste for children under 3, and a pea-sized amount for children aged 3 to 6.
Does my child need dental X-rays, and are they safe?
Yes, if necessary for diagnosis. Modern digital X-rays use 80% less radiation than traditional X-rays and are very safe for children. Our team at JuniorDental Dubai only recommends X-rays when clinically needed.
Will my child need braces?
It depends on your child's growth and tooth alignment. Early evaluations and interceptive orthodontics — available at JuniorDental — can help plan treatment and sometimes prevent the need for full braces later.
What is interceptive orthodontics for children?
Interceptive orthodontics is an early, preventive approach used between ages 6 and 12 to diagnose and treat bite and alignment issues before they become more serious. It can use expanders, aligners, or other appliances to guide jaw growth while the child is still developing.
Does JuniorDental offer sedation for children who are anxious about dentistry?
Yes. We offer nitrous oxide (happy gas / laughing gas) sedation to help anxious children go through dental treatment comfortably. For more complex cases, we also provide full dental treatment under general anaesthesia.
What are JuniorDental's opening hours?
JuniorDental is open 7 days a week, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. You can book an appointment by calling 800 1211 or via WhatsApp on +971 58 570 1255.
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