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Metal braces
Metal Braces in Kondapur, Hyderabad
Metal braces in Kondapur are the traditional kind: small stainless steel brackets bonded to the teeth and joined by a wire that is adjusted every few weeks. They are strong and reliable, and they can correct nearly every kind of crooked teeth and bite problem.
Elite Dental Clinic is a dental clinic in Kondapur, Hyderabad. This page is medically reviewed by Dr. Revathi Indukuri, a dentist at the clinic, and braces are planned by the clinic's orthodontists. It explains how traditional braces in Kondapur work, who they suit, the risks and how they compare with other types.
- Treatment
- About 1 to 2.5 years
- Brackets
- Stainless steel
- Visits
- Every 4 to 8 weeks
- Open
- Every day
Open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. If you have pain or swelling, call or send a WhatsApp message before you come so your visit can be planned.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Revathi Indukuri, BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics). Last reviewed . About the reviewer
Quick answer
Metal braces are fixed braces with stainless steel brackets and an arch wire that gradually move teeth into a better position. At Elite Dental Clinic in Hyderabad, the orthodontist plans them from records, fits them in one visit and adjusts them every few weeks.
01 Overview
What are metal braces and how do they straighten teeth?
Metal braces use a small stainless steel bracket bonded to the front of each tooth. A thin arch wire runs through the brackets and is held with small elastic ties. The wire tries to return to its curved shape, and in doing so it moves the teeth along gently. At each visit the orthodontist changes or adjusts the wire. The general process is on the braces treatment page.
Because steel is strong, metal brackets rarely break, they cope with larger tooth movements and they let the orthodontist use firm, precise forces. This is why they are the usual choice for complex bite problems and for children and teenagers.1
The elastic ties come in colours, which many younger patients enjoy choosing. The main drawback is looks: the brackets are visible. If that matters to you, see invisible braces, ceramic braces and lingual braces.
Braces can correct crowding, gaps, overbite, underbite and crossbite. The ADA describes them as the most common way of straightening teeth and fixing bite problems.1
In short, metal braces are strong and flexible, and their trade-off is that they show.
Coloured bands can be chosen at each visit, and careful brushing matters because white spots can form on enamel around the brackets.
02 Candidacy
Who are metal braces suitable for in Kondapur?
Metal braces suit most people. The orthodontist decides after an examination and records. The two lists below describe the general pattern.
Who often chooses metal braces
- Children and teenagers, including those who play contact sports
- Anyone with a complex bite or crowding that needs firm control
- People who want the most dependable fixed braces
- People who cannot rely on wearing removable aligners every day
Needs caution or a different plan
- Active cavities or gum disease, which are treated first
- A metal allergy, especially to nickel, which the orthodontist asks about
- Poor cleaning habits, because braces trap plaque and cause white marks2
- A strong wish for hidden braces, where another type may suit
Metal braces fit most mouths, and your cleaning habits matter more than your age.
03 Options
How do metal braces compare with other braces in Kondapur?
Metal brackets are one choice among several. The orthodontist helps you weigh them.
Traditional metal brackets with elastic ties
The classic setup: steel brackets, an arch wire and coloured elastic ties that hold the wire. It is the most widely used system and the one with the longest track record.
Most common
Self-ligating metal brackets without ties
These brackets have a small clip that holds the wire in place, so no elastic ties are needed. They are a variation on metal braces, see self-ligating braces.
Variation
Ceramic, lingual and aligner alternatives
For less visible treatment, see ceramic braces, lingual braces and clear aligners. Each hides braces differently and gives something up.
Alternatives
For children, orthodontists usually advise metal braces, see braces for kids.
| Compared on | Metal braces | Ceramic braces |
|---|---|---|
| How visible | Silver, easy to see | Blend with the teeth |
| Strength | Very strong, rarely break | More brittle, can chip |
| Staining | Only the ties change colour | Ties can stain |
| Suits | Complex cases and children | Adults who want discretion |
Metal is the strongest and the most visible, and the others trade strength for discretion.
04 Procedure
How are metal braces fitted, step by step?
Fitting takes one visit of about one to two hours and uses no needles. The steps below are what usually happens.
The brackets are bonded in one visit, and the wire is adjusted every few weeks.
Examination and records for metal braces
The orthodontist examines your teeth and bite and takes photos, X-rays and impressions or scans. You are told the plan, the likely length of treatment and whether any teeth need to be removed.
Treating cavities and cleaning the teeth
Cavities and gum problems are treated first. A teeth cleaning is done so the teeth are clean for bonding, and fluoride may be advised.
Bonding the stainless steel brackets
The teeth are cleaned and dried, and each bracket is bonded with a dental glue that is hardened with a blue light. It needs no needle, though it can feel long.
Fitting the arch wire and coloured elastic ties
A thin wire is passed through the brackets and secured with ties, which you can choose in colours. You are shown how to clean around the brackets and given wax.
Adjustment visits every few weeks
Every four to eight weeks the wire is changed and the ties replaced. The orthodontist checks that the brackets are firm and the teeth are moving as planned. Elastics may be added to correct the bite.
Removing the braces and fitting a retainer
At the end the brackets are removed, the glue is polished off and retainers are fitted. Retainers keep the teeth from drifting back, and the Cochrane review on retention covers how they are used.
05 Cost
What decides the cost of metal braces in Kondapur, Hyderabad?
Treatment is planned for one person, not sold as a product, so the cost follows your evaluation.
Every treatment is different, so Elite Dental Clinic does not quote a cost before an examination. You receive a written plan that lists each stage before any treatment starts.
What the evaluation looks at
- How complex the crowding or bite problem is
- How long treatment is expected to take
- Whether teeth need to be removed to make room
- The number of adjustment visits
What you decide with the dentist
- The type of bracket, traditional or self-ligating
- Retainers after treatment
- Treatment of cavities or gum problems first
Your own care matters too, because broken brackets and missed visits lengthen treatment.
The cost follows the plan, and the plan follows the evaluation.
06 Aftercare
How do I look after metal braces?
Braces trap food, so cleaning is the main task. The steps below help.
The first week
The teeth feel sore for a few days after fitting and after each adjustment. Eat soft food such as dal, rice, curd and idli. The orthodontist may advise pain relief, and wax covers a bracket that rubs the cheek.
Brushing and cleaning around brackets
Brush after every meal and before bed, angling the brush to reach above and below the brackets. Use interdental brushes or floss threaders. White marks on the enamel appear when plaque is left on the teeth around braces.
Foods to avoid
Avoid sticky sweets, toffee, chewing gum and hard foods such as nuts, ice and uncut apple. They can break brackets or bend wires. Cut hard fruit into small pieces.
Sports, retainers and visits
Wear a mouthguard for contact sports. Keep to your adjustment visits, and wear your retainers as advised once the braces come off.
When to call us
Call the clinic if a bracket comes off, a wire pokes into your cheek, or if a tooth is knocked. If a wire is poking and you cannot reach the clinic, cover it with wax. If swelling spreads to the face or neck, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Careful cleaning, soft food at first and avoiding hard food keep braces on track.
07 Limits
When are metal braces not the right choice?
The orthodontist may advise another option or delay braces in these situations:
- Active cavities or gum disease that has not been treated.
- A metal allergy that rules out steel brackets.
- A patient who will not clean well around braces.
- A strong need for hidden braces, where aligners, ceramic or lingual braces may suit.
- A bite problem that is due to the jaw and needs surgery as well as braces.
For hidden options, see invisible braces. For tooth removal before braces, see tooth extraction.
Risks and complications
The risks include sore teeth and mouth ulcers, white marks or cavities if cleaning is poor, shortening of the tooth roots in some patients, gum swelling and teeth moving back if retainers are not worn.2
In a published review, white spot lesions after fixed braces were common and were linked to poor cleaning, which is why fluoride and careful brushing matter.2
Results vary between people and no one can promise a particular outcome or finishing date.
Braces carry real risks, and careful cleaning lowers the most common one.
08 Your visit
What happens at your first metal braces appointment in Kondapur?
At the first visit the orthodontist listens to your concerns, examines your teeth and bite, and takes photos and X-rays if needed. You are told whether braces are suitable, what type, and what treatment would involve. You receive a written plan that lists each stage before any treatment starts.
Bring earlier dental records. Tell the orthodontist about any allergies, health conditions and habits such as thumb sucking or grinding.
The team speaks English, Telugu and Hindi. A parent or family member is welcome to join. You are under no obligation to go ahead with treatment.
The first visit ends with a plan, not a commitment.
09 Why this clinic
Why choose Elite Dental Clinic for metal braces in Kondapur?
Medical reviewer of this page
Dr. Revathi Indukuri
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
BDS, Sree Sai Dental College Research Institute, 2009
MDS, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, 2016
Metal braces are the oldest and most dependable kind of braces. They are strong, they cope with almost every kind of correction and they suit children and teenagers who are hard on their teeth. If you want a hidden option I will tell you honestly what you give up, but for many patients metal is simply the right tool.
Dr. Revathi Indukuri
Dr. Revathi Indukuri reviewed this page as a dentist at the clinic. The clinic's team board lists orthodontists, who plan and monitor braces, and a pediatric dentist, who can look after younger patients' teeth along the way.
Orthodontists on the team
The team board lists orthodontists, who plan and monitor braces from start to finish.
Honest about your options
Metal, ceramic, lingual and aligners are explained together, including where metal is the better tool.
A written plan before treatment
You receive a written plan before any treatment starts, so you know what is being done.
Healthy teeth under braces
Cleaning visits and fluoride advice are part of the plan, to lower the risk of white marks.
Orthodontists, honest options and a written plan are what this clinic stands behind.
10 Reviews
Patient reviews of Elite Dental Clinic in Kondapur
Recent patient reviews of Elite Dental Clinic
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11 Visit us
Dentist in Kondapur, Hyderabad: location, hours and access
Elite Dental Clinic
2nd floor, Artham's Arcade, above Vijaya Diagnostics
Kondapur, Raghavendra Colony, Gachibowli
Hyderabad, Telangana 500084
070320 78789
Kondapur, Raghavendra Colony, Gachibowli
Hyderabad, Telangana 500084
070320 78789
| Monday to Sunday | 9:00 am to 9:00 pm |
|---|
The clinic is on the second floor of Artham's Arcade, above Vijaya Diagnostics, in Raghavendra Colony.
Patients looking for traditional braces in Kondapur will find the clinic above Vijaya Diagnostics in Artham's Arcade, Raghavendra Colony. Languages spoken: English, Telugu and Hindi. More about the clinic: dentist in Kondapur.
The clinic is on the second floor above Vijaya Diagnostics and is open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
12 Travelling patients
Metal braces in Hyderabad for patients from other cities and countries
Braces need adjustment every few weeks for a year or more, so they suit people who live in or near Hyderabad. Connect with the clinic on WhatsApp or by phone before you travel, and the team will help plan an assessment visit.
If you are moving to Hyderabad for work or study, ask the team about the likely length of treatment and the visit schedule. If you travel often, ask whether another option would suit you better.
Ask for your records, X-rays and a written summary before you leave. The clinic is open every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, and the team speaks English, Hindi and Telugu.
Plan the visits before you travel, and take your records home.
13 Questions
Metal braces questions from patients in Kondapur
What are metal braces?
They are fixed braces made of small stainless steel brackets bonded to the teeth and joined by a wire. The wire is adjusted every few weeks to move the teeth gradually into a better position. They are the traditional and most widely used type of braces.
Are metal braces painful?
Fitting is not painful, as no needles are used. The teeth and gums feel sore for a few days after fitting and after adjustments. Soft food and the pain relief the orthodontist advises help, and the soreness settles within a week.
How long do I need to wear metal braces?
Commonly one to two and a half years, depending on the problem. A retainer is worn afterwards. The orthodontist gives an estimate after the records are taken.
Can I choose the colour of the ties?
Usually yes. The small elastic ties that hold the wire come in many colours, and they are changed at every visit. Younger patients often enjoy choosing them. Clear or silver ties are also available.
Are metal braces better than ceramic braces?
Neither is better for everyone. Metal is stronger, less likely to break and often a little quicker, but it is more visible. Ceramic blends in, but is more brittle and the ties can stain. The orthodontist helps you choose.
What foods should I avoid with braces?
Avoid sticky sweets, toffee, chewing gum and hard foods such as nuts, ice and uncut apples or carrots. They can break brackets or bend wires. Cut hard fruit into small pieces and chew on the back teeth gently.
How is the cost of metal braces decided?
The cost is given after the examination and records. The complexity of the problem, the treatment time, the type of bracket, any tooth removal, the retainers and any treatment needed first all change the plan. You receive a written plan before treatment starts.
Do I need a retainer after metal braces?
Yes. Teeth tend to drift back after braces, so retainers are needed. The orthodontist tells you how long to wear them each day and for how long. Not wearing them is the most common reason for teeth moving back.
14 Second opinion
Thinking about braces for yourself or your child?
Book an examination and the orthodontist will tell you whether braces are needed, which type suits, and what the process looks like. Call or send a WhatsApp message to book. The visit is the first step, and you are under no obligation to go ahead with treatment.
15 Related
Treatments often considered alongside metal braces
Self-ligating braces
Metal braces with clips instead of elastic ties.
Ceramic braces
A tooth-coloured alternative to steel brackets for adults.
Braces for kids
Guidance on the right age and the early treatment of children.
Sources
- Braces (Mouth Healthy), American Dental Association
- Critical evaluation of incidence and prevalence of white spot lesions during fixed orthodontic appliance treatment, Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry, 2015
- Retention procedures for stabilising tooth position after treatment with orthodontic braces (Cochrane review), Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.