About Dental Braces
Key Highlights
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Corrects misaligned teeth and jaws for improved oral function.Enhances facial aesthetics and boosts self-confidence.Prevents long-term dental issues like uneven wear, gum disease, and tooth decay.Can improve speech and chewing efficiency.Offers various aesthetic options like ceramic or lingual braces.Provides a long-term solution for a stable, healthy bite./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Malocclusion (misaligned bite) such as overbite, underbite, or crossbite.
- Crowded or overlapping teeth that are difficult to clean.
- Excessive spacing or gaps between teeth.
- Misaligned jaw position causing discomfort or TMJ disorders.
- Teeth that are erupted out of position or impacted.
- Preparatory orthodontics for other dental procedures like implants or bridges.
How to prepare
- Initial comprehensive consultation with an orthodontist for examination and diagnosis.
- Dental X-rays (panoramic and cephalometric) and impressions or digital scans of the teeth.
- Discussion of treatment plan, brace type options (metal, ceramic, lingual), and duration.
- Professional dental cleaning to ensure teeth are plaque-free before bracket placement.
- Addressing any existing cavities or gum disease prior to starting treatment.
- Understanding the commitment to oral hygiene and regular adjustment appointments.
Risks & possible complications
- Initial discomfort, soreness, and possible mouth ulcers from brackets and wires.
- Increased risk of tooth decay and gum inflammation if oral hygiene is not meticulous.
- Root resorption (shortening of tooth roots) in rare cases.
- Allergic reactions to materials used (e.g., nickel in some metal braces).
- Temporary loosening of teeth during movement, which is normal.
- Potential for relapse if retainers are not worn as directed post-treatment.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial adjustment period of 3-7 days with soft diet and over-the-counter pain relief as needed.
- Meticulous oral hygiene is critical: brushing after every meal and using interdental brushes/floss threaders.
- Regular adjustment appointments every 4-8 weeks for wire tightening and progress checks.
- Avoiding hard, sticky, or chewy foods (popcorn, nuts, caramel) that can damage braces.
- Using orthodontic wax to cover any brackets causing irritation to cheeks or lips.
- Wearing a retainer full-time initially, then nightly, as prescribed after braces removal to maintain results.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 18-36 months (full treatment duration)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dental braces in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with dental surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform dental braces. MediFyr helps you compare dental surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dental braces compare across other countries where we have data.
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