Invisible Aligners and Braces in Kharghar

Invisible aligners are clear plastic trays you wear 20–22 hours a day and swap out every 1–2 weeks. They are nearly invisible, removable for eating and brushing, and need no in-clinic adjustments.

Traditional metal braces are fixed to the teeth and use wires to move them into position. They handle more complex movements than aligners, are usually less expensive, and require monthly check-ins for adjustments.

For mild to moderate crowding and spacing, aligners are usually the right call. For severe rotations, complex bite issues, or patients who would not reliably wear aligners 20+ hours a day, braces work better.

Aligners work best in specific situations:

• Mild to moderate crowding or spacing
• Adults who do not want visible orthodontics at work or in photos
• Patients who can commit to wearing the trays 20+ hours daily
• Cases where the bite is largely correct and only alignment needs work
• Smile makeover plans where the teeth need to move before veneers go on

Traditional braces are still the right answer for many cases:

• Severe crowding or large gaps
• Major bite correction — deep bite, crossbite, severe overbite
• Teenagers, where compliance with removable trays can be unreliable
• Patients on a tighter budget, since metal braces are usually less expensive
• Cases involving teeth that need to be rotated significantly

Whether you go with aligners or braces, the path is similar:

• Consultation — digital scan, photographs, X-rays, and a treatment plan with timeline
• Treatment start — aligners arrive in a series; braces are fitted in a single appointment
• Active treatment — aligners are swapped every 1–2 weeks; braces are adjusted monthly
• Retention — once teeth are aligned, retainers hold them in place. Lifelong retainer wear at night is the price of a straight smile

Most aligner cases at our Sector 20 Kharghar clinic finish in 6 to 18 months. Most braces cases finish in 12 to 24 months. Treatment time depends entirely on how much movement is needed and how consistently you follow the plan.

Cost varies by case complexity and method. Aligners are typically more expensive than metal braces. Exact pricing is shared at consultation once Dr. Mavleen has seen your scans and treatment plan.

Dental and Aesthetic by Dr. Mavleen sits at Shop No. 20, Green Heritage, Sector 20, Kharghar — within easy reach from CBD Belapur, Panvel and Sectors 7, 12 and 15 Kharghar. The clinic holds a 5.0★ Google rating with 53 reviews and is open 11am to 9pm so working professionals and college students can attend after-hours appointments.

Because Dr. Mavleen also handles smile designing and cosmetic work, orthodontic plans here are built with the end smile in mind — not just tooth-by-tooth movement.