Founder & CEOMineers Smile Center · Fixaligner
Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh DDS · Beirut, Lebanon
Pioneering aesthetic dentist.
Founder & CEO of Mineers Smile Center. Founder & CEO of Fixaligner.
- Precision
- Design
- Technology
- Natural beauty
In brief
Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh founded Mineers in 2005. His work is microscopic digital cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers.
His patients include public figures from Europe and the Arab world.
01 / About Dr. Elias
The founderof Mineers.
Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh was born and raised in upstate Beirut, Lebanon. From the young age of six, he dreamed of becoming a dentist — a goal he pursued with passion and dedication.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Dentistry from Beirut University, followed by advanced specializations in Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, Occlusion, and Digital Implantology from Saint Joseph University. He also completed a one-year master’s programme in Maxillofacial Radiology.
After graduation, Dr. Elias fulfilled his dream of working alongside experienced cosmetic dentists in Italy, between Rome and Napoli.
02 / In practice
Dr. Eliasat work.
03 / Beyond the chair
Founder ofFixaligner.
Wanting precise, design-led smile work to reach more people, Dr. Elias expanded the Mineers brand into Bulgaria, where he established a digital dental clinic in Sofia.
In parallel with his clinical practice, Dr. Elias founded Fixaligner, a digital clear aligner company whose aligners are the ones used at Mineers. The company’s awards are listed below.
- 01
Top 5 in Silicon Valley
Selected among the Top 5 startups during the Draper University program.
- 02
Registered in Delaware, USA
With operating entities in Lebanon and Bulgaria.
- 03
Vertically integrated
A fully operational aligner production centre of its own.
- 04
Qatar Web Summit
Participated in both the 2023 and 2024 editions.
- 05
BOAS Bulgaria
Featured at the BOAS Bulgarian Event for Digital Innovations.
04 / Education & recognition
Education& training.
Bachelor in Dental Surgery
Beirut Arab University, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Beirut, Lebanon.
- 2013
Residency in Maxillofacial Radiology
Lebanese University, Faculty of Dental Medicine.
- 2014
University Diploma in Implant Dentistry
Saint-Joseph University, Faculty of Dental Medicine.
- 2015
University Diploma in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry
Saint-Joseph University, Faculty of Dental Medicine.
- 2015
University Diploma in Occlusion and TMJ Disorders
Saint-Joseph University, Faculty of Dental Medicine.
Awards & recognition.
- 2023–24
Incubation and Acceleration Program Award for Fixaligner
American University of Beirut.
- 2024
Qatar World Web Summit Award
- 2024
Top 5 Startups from Silicon Valley
Key Opinion Leader
GC Europe, Dentsply Sirona, and Dentiq Solutions.
National and International Speaker
Regular presenter at dental conferences and workshops across the Middle East and Europe.
05 / In the press & on stage
National andinternational coverage.
Television, radio and the lecture stage.
Television · Sky News ArabiaDr. Elias Abou Tayeh on Sky News Arabia.
Television · Sky NewsMineers, a Sky News segment.
Television · AlhurraDr. Elias Abou Tayeh on Alhurra TV.
On stage.
Talk · BIDMLecturing at the Beirut International Dental Meeting.
Talk · IDALecturing at an IDA event.
Talk · BeirutAt the Beirut Scientific Dental Meeting.
Mineers · Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh
Smiles by Mineers.
On air · Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh
Ten questions, answered on air.
From his television interviews, one question at a time, with English subtitles. Pick one, or let them play one after the other.
On air
01/05 The question
06 / Philosophy
How I thinkabout a smile.
FilmDr. Elias Abou Tayeh introducing the Mineers smile.
FilmThe Mineers concept.
FilmDigital implantology, explained.
“A beautiful smile extends beyond aesthetics — it contributes to overall well-being. Through integrating the latest digital technologies, I craft personalized treatment plans that transform not just smiles, but lives. My mission is to make advanced dental care accessible while ensuring optimal outcomes for every patient.”
Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh, DDS
Mineers · Dr. Elias Abou Tayeh
Smiles by Mineers.
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Designed around you.
Founder & CEO of Mineers Smile Center and Fixaligner.
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