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Do I Really Need Orthodontic Treatment or Can I Wait? If you are having uneven teeth or have noticed someone with uneven teeth, then chances are that you might have thought about orthodontic treatments. You may have noticed your teeth shifting slowly. Food gets stuck more often than it used to. Photos don’t feel as comfortable anymore. Or someone casually mentioned braces, and the idea stayed with you. Most patients don’t walk into Dev’s Oral

Quick Summary: How Do Braces Work? Braces work by applying gentle, continuous pressure to gradually move teeth into proper alignment over 18-24 months. The process involves three key steps: Metal brackets and wires apply controlled pressure to misaligned teeth Your body’s natural bone remodelling process dissolves old bone and builds new bone around moving teeth Teeth gradually shift into correct positions as the jawbone adapts to each adjustment. Timeline: Most patients see initial results in

Last night, during a family get-together full of food, gossip, and loud laughter, one man sat quietly in the corner. “I can’t sleep more than three hours,” he said. Everyone nodded, offered sympathy, and talked about stress, blue light, and late dinners. I moved closer. The moment he smiled, I saw it—his bite was way off. Jaw strained. Teeth clashing. I’ve seen that look before. It stuck with me. This morning, before seeing a single

By Dr. Kamal Kiswani, Dev’s Oral Care After 16 years of transforming smiles in Pune, I’ve noticed something interesting. When patients walk into my clinic asking about aligners vs braces, they’re not just seeking a list of differences—they’re looking for guidance on which option will truly work for their unique situation. Today, I want to share my perspective as both a dentist and someone who has guided hundreds of patients through this important decision. The