Braces
Traditional fixed orthodontic treatment that gradually moves teeth into proper alignment.
What is Braces?
Braces use small brackets bonded to each tooth, connected by a thin wire, to apply gentle, continuous pressure that gradually moves your teeth into proper alignment over time. Your orthodontist periodically adjusts the wire tension during follow-up visits to guide your teeth along a carefully planned path toward their final position. Modern options include traditional metal brackets, more discreet ceramic brackets that blend with your tooth colour, or brackets placed behind the teeth for even less visibility. Treatment typically lasts between one and two years, depending on the complexity of your case.
Why is this procedure performed?
- Significantly crowded, overlapping, or crooked teeth
- Moderate to severe bite misalignment
- Complex orthodontic cases requiring more precise, continuous control than aligners provide
- Jaw alignment issues requiring orthodontic correction
- Cases in children and teens where fixed appliances are often more practical
How does this procedure help?
Braces provide precise, continuous control over tooth movement, making them highly effective for even complex orthodontic cases that might be more challenging to correct with removable aligners. The result is a properly aligned bite and straighter smile that also supports better oral hygiene and reduces uneven wear on your teeth over the long term. While the adjustment period involves some initial discomfort after each tightening, most patients adapt quickly to daily life with braces.
How quickly can this be arranged in India?
Typical timeline in India
Same day to 1 week
Compared to Canada / USA
90%+ faster
Cost savings vs. Canada / USA
60–70% less
Context
Most dental procedures in India can be scheduled within days. Complex multi-session treatments are completed in 1–2 weeks — compared to months-long waits in Canada and the USA.
Timeline data based on publicly available data from the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and NHS/Commonwealth Fund comparative studies. Cost estimates based on publicly available medical tourism cost comparisons, including Patients Beyond Borders. Actual costs vary by hospital and case complexity and are confirmed during your clinical assessment.
How does Medicay Global help?
We coordinate access to this procedure through our vetted hospital network in India, handling everything non-clinical along the way. Your Personal Medical Representative manages scheduling, logistics, and communication on your behalf, so you can focus on your health. Medicay Global coordinates access — all clinical decisions are made by licensed physicians.
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