Dr Anupam Sinha
BDS, MDS - Orthodontics
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A-6723 (2015).
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Braces for Adults in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi
Straightening teeth is no longer only for children and teenagers. At Orion Dental Clinic, a dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), South Delhi, adult braces are planned by Dr Anupam Sinha, who holds a master's degree in orthodontics. This page explains the choices open to adults, how long treatment takes, how to keep your teeth healthy meanwhile, and what the research says about aligners, in plain language.
Treatment is planned by Dr Anupam Sinha (BDS, MDS), and Dr Natalia DeSilva (BDS, MDS) also sees patients at the clinic. For the wider picture, read our guide to braces treatment. Ask as many questions as you need before you decide.
- Orthodontics is no longer limited to children and teenagers 1
- Any age
- Typical fixed brace treatment 3
- 18 to 24 months
- Between adjustment visits 2
- 6 to 8 weeks
These statements come from British Orthodontic Society and NHS patient information, listed at the end of the page. Your orthodontist will give the timeline for your own teeth.
Medically reviewed by Dr Anupam Sinha, BDS, MDS - Orthodontics, .
Quick answer
Braces for adults at Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi include metal, ceramic and lingual braces and clear aligners. Dr Anupam Sinha plans each case after an examination and records. Fixed braces usually take 18 to 24 months, with visits every six to eight weeks and a retainer afterwards.
01 Overview
What are braces for adults, and how do they work in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
The British Orthodontic Society says that teeth straightening is no longer limited to children and teenagers. Adults have braces for a straighter, more attractive smile and for a better bite, which may reduce the risk of future dental problems, and straighter teeth are easier to clean.1 The NHS also notes that adults can have braces, although they are often recommended for children and teenagers.2
Adults can choose from appliances designed to be less noticeable, to suit their work and lifestyle.1 Ceramic braces are popular with adults, lingual braces are hidden behind the teeth, and aligners are described as ideal for adults whose work makes visible braces difficult, within limits that this page explains.34
Some adults need only a small change. The British Orthodontic Society describes limited treatment, sometimes called short-term orthodontics, which typically involves only the six front teeth in one or both jaws.1 Your orthodontist will say whether that would meet your goals or whether full treatment is needed.
Adults can choose between fixed braces and aligners, and between full and limited treatment, so the first step is knowing what you want to change.
02 Candidacy
Who can have braces as an adult in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
There is no upper age limit in the British Orthodontic Society information, which says orthodontics is open to adults.1 The orthodontist decides after an examination and records, and checks the health of your teeth and gums first.
Who adult braces may suit
- Adults with crowded teeth, teeth that stick out, an overbite, an underbite or gaps.2
- Adults who want a better bite, as well as a better smile.1
- Adults who need only the front teeth moved, who may suit limited treatment.1
- Adults who will clean around the braces every day, keep to the visits and wear a retainer.23
Who needs extra care or a different plan
- Adults with tooth decay or gum disease that has not been treated, who need that treatment first.
- Adults with severe crowding, who need extractions or have a jaw-size problem, for whom aligners alone may not be enough.4
- Adults who want to straighten their teeth with a do-it-yourself kit bought online, which the British Orthodontic Society warns carries serious risks.1
- Adults who cannot keep to the visits every six to eight weeks.2
Being an adult is not a barrier, and the health of your teeth and gums matters more than your age.
03 Options
Which types of braces can adults have in Greater Kailash 1?
Adults can choose between several types, and the main differences are how visible they are and how they feel.
Ceramic braces for adults
Tooth-coloured brackets that are popular with adults. They can be as effective as metal, but they are sometimes not recommended for the lower teeth if the bite is deep.3 See ceramic braces.
Popular with adults 3
Lingual braces
Brackets bonded behind the teeth, so they cannot be seen. Speech difficulty, tongue soreness and harder cleaning are the drawbacks.3 See lingual braces.
Hidden 3
Clear aligners
Removable clear trays worn full-time except at meals, ideal for adults whose work makes visible braces hard, in mild to moderate cases.4 See clear aligners and Invisalign.
Removable 4
Metal braces remain the most robust choice if appearance matters less to you.
| Metal | Ceramic | Lingual | Aligners | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How visible | Silver brackets | Tooth-coloured | Hidden behind the teeth | Clear trays |
| Removable | No | No | No | Yes, but worn full-time except at meals 4 |
| Main advantage | Robust 3 | More discreet, as effective as metal 3 | Cannot be seen 3 | Suits adults who want an invisible option, in mild to moderate cases 4 |
| Main drawback | Visible 3 | Not always advised on lower teeth in a deep bite 3 | Speech and cleaning 3 | Worse occlusal results than braces in a review of adults 5 |
The right type depends on how your teeth need to move and on how much the appearance and the feel matter to you.
04 Procedure
How does braces treatment work for adults, step by step?
Every case is planned individually, so your steps may differ. This is the usual order for fixed braces.23
Adult treatment follows the same steps as for younger patients, with extra attention to gum health and to the choice of appliance.
Consultation and records for adult braces
The orthodontist asks about your health and what you would like to change, examines your teeth, gums and bite, and takes X-rays, photographs or scans to plan the treatment.2
Treating decay and gum problems first
Decay and gum problems are treated first so that the teeth and gums are healthy when the braces go on. If space has to be made, your orthodontist will explain whether any teeth need to come out and why.
Choosing between fixed braces and aligners
You compare the types, including what the research says about each, and decide with your orthodontist.34
Fitting the braces
For fixed braces, brackets are attached to each tooth with dental glue and a wire joins them, with elastic modules tying the wire in many designs.2
Adjustment visits every six to eight weeks
You come back every six to eight weeks to have the braces adjusted.2 Fixed braces usually stay on for 18 to 24 months.3
Taking the braces off
At the end the brackets are removed and the teeth are left intact.3
Retainers after adult braces
All fixed appliance treatment is followed by retention, and aligner treatment needs retainers too, so that the teeth keep their corrected positions.34
05 Aftercare
Living with braces as an adult in Greater Kailash 1: care and cleaning
Your orthodontist will give you written advice for your braces, and that comes first. These are the basics from NHS patient information.2
The first few days
Teeth can be sore for a few days after the braces are fitted and after adjustments. Soft food and pain relief taken as directed may help.2
Every day
Brush with fluoride toothpaste in the morning, at night and after meals, and use an interdental brush every day between the teeth and under the braces.2
Food and drink
Cut back on sugary food and drink, avoid hard, crunchy and sticky food that can break the braces, cut food into smaller pieces and do not chew gum.2
Check-ups
Keep seeing your regular dentist for check-ups while you have braces, and ring the clinic if a bracket or wire breaks.2
When to call us
Ring the clinic on 098115 01995 the same day for a loose bracket, a wire that digs into your cheek or tongue, gums that bleed more than before, or a tooth that feels loose. Adults who notice gum recession, or whose teeth stay sore for more than a few days, should say so at the next visit. If you cannot breathe or swallow easily, or swelling spreads across your face or neck, go to a hospital emergency department.
Clean around the braces every day, choose food carefully and keep your dental check-ups.
06 Limits and risks
When are braces not the right choice for adults?
Braces do not suit every adult at every time. A good orthodontist is willing to say wait. These are situations where braces may be delayed or a different plan made:
- Tooth decay or gum disease that has not been treated.
- A wish to straighten the teeth with a do-it-yourself kit and no examination.
- Not being able to keep to the visits every six to eight weeks.
- Not being ready to wear a retainer afterwards.
- Severe crowding or a jaw-size problem, if you are hoping for aligners alone.
In these cases the first step may be treatment of the teeth and gums, a different appliance or a combined plan.
Risks and complications
Decay and gum problems. Food and plaque collect around brackets, so sugary food and drink can lead to tooth decay, and gums can become red, swollen and painful if the teeth are not kept clean.2
Do-it-yourself kits. The British Orthodontic Society warns that online and social media adverts for straightening teeth at home, without a dentist or orthodontist, carry serious risks.1 A proper orthodontic assessment is essential for aligner treatment.4
Aligners may give a worse result. A review of 11 studies, with patients whose average age was 28, found worse occlusal results with aligners than with fixed braces and concluded the evidence does not support aligners as equally effective.5
Teeth can move back. All fixed appliance treatment is followed by retention, and aligner treatment needs retainers too.34
A good plan names these risks before treatment starts, and an examination comes before any appliance.
07 Your visit
What happens at your first adult braces consultation?
At your first visit, a dentist at Orion Dental Clinic asks what you would like to change about your smile and bite, how you feel about visible braces, and about your health, medicines and earlier dental work, including any past orthodontic treatment. Bring any old retainers or X-rays.
The orthodontist examines your teeth, gums and bite, and checks that your gums and teeth are healthy enough for braces, which is part of adult treatment. You then compare fixed braces, tooth-coloured braces and clear aligners for your own mouth, with the time, the visits and the risks of each, and take as long as you need to decide.
For adults the first visit also checks that gums and teeth are ready for braces.
08 Why this clinic
Why choose Orion Dental Clinic for adult braces in Greater Kailash 1?
You meet the doctors who plan your treatment, and you can ask them anything about starting braces as an adult.
Dr Natalia DeSilva
BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A 11417 (2013), and Karnataka State Dental Council A-13203 (2003).
Orthodontic training
Dr Anupam Sinha holds a master's degree in orthodontics (MDS) and belongs to the Indian Orthodontic Society and the Indian Dental Association.
Adults among the braces patients
Adults describe their braces treatment at the clinic in reviews of Dr Anupam Sinha, alongside parents of children and teenagers.
Imaging on site
Imaging is available at the clinic, so the records used to plan braces can be taken there.
Hours that suit work
The clinic is open Monday to Saturday from 9:30 am to 8:00 pm, so that visits can be fitted around a working day.
Ask to meet the doctor who will plan your braces before you decide.
09 Reviews
Patient reviews of Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1
“I am extremely happy with the treatment by Dr. Anupam Sinha. I got my braces done by him and I would surely recommend it to all. The Staff and Doctor himself is very polite and co-operative. I am very grateful and thankful to Orion Dental Clinic for such an incredible work.”
“I whole heartedly recommend Dr. Anupam Sinha and his clinic for his remarkable expertise to anyone who seeks top-notch wellness in their dental health. I got my braces done from him, and I am completely satisfied with the treatment I got. The welcoming nature of the staff, scheduling appointments as per the patient's convenience and the cleanliness made the environment really comfortable for me. Happy smiling :)”
“I had an amazing experience getting orthodontic treatment (braces) from Dr. Anupam. He solved my problem of severe crowding and misaligned teeth without any teeth extraction, which was my primary concern. Highly recommended”
10 Visit us
Adult braces clinic in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), Delhi: location and hours
Mon to Sat, 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Orion Dental Clinic Basement, E 75, Greater Kailash-1,Greater Kailash Enclave I
New Delhi, Delhi 110048
098115 01995
| Monday to Saturday | 9:30 am to 8:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
If you are looking for braces for adults in Greater Kailash or nearby, Orion Dental Clinic is in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1 (GK 1), opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1, so call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment and use the map for directions. More about the clinic: dentist in Greater Kailash.
11 Travelling patients
Living outside Delhi and thinking about adult braces?
Fixed braces need a visit every six to eight weeks for about a year and a half to two years,23 so they suit adults who can come to the clinic regularly, for example if you work nearby. If you live in another city or country, tell us where you are and how often you could visit, and we will say frankly whether treatment here is practical.
You can read about braces and Invisalign for international patients.
Start braces only if you can keep to the visits for the whole treatment.
12 Questions
Adult braces questions patients ask in Greater Kailash 1
Am I too old for braces?
How long do braces take for adults?
What types of braces can adults have?
Are aligners as good as braces for adults?
Can I have braces on just my front teeth?
Sometimes. Limited treatment, also called short-term orthodontics, typically involves only the six front teeth in one or both jaws.1 Your orthodontist will say whether it would reach your goal.
Can I straighten my teeth with a kit I buy online?
The British Orthodontic Society warns that adverts for straightening teeth at home without a dentist or orthodontist carry serious risks.1 A proper assessment comes first.
Will I need a retainer?
How do I look after my teeth in braces?
Brush with fluoride toothpaste in the morning, at night and after meals, use an interdental brush every day and keep sugary and hard food to a minimum.2
Where can I find braces for adults near me in South Delhi?
Orion Dental Clinic is an adult braces clinic in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1, opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1. Patients come for braces for adults in Greater Kailash from Kailash Colony, CR Park, Nehru Place, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension. Call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment.
13 Second opinion
Thinking about braces as an adult?
A consultation will show whether braces or aligners suit your teeth and your work, and how long treatment may take. Bring any old retainers or X-rays you still have. The orthodontist will examine you, explain the options, including doing nothing, and answer every question. Message us on WhatsApp or call; there is no form to fill in.
14 Related
Related treatments and guides
Ceramic Braces
Read this for tooth-coloured braces, which are popular with adults.
Invisalign clear aligners
Read this for one well-known brand of clear aligner and the research on it.
Metal Braces
Read this for the most robust fixed braces.
Patient guides
How Long Do Braces Take?
How long fixed braces and aligners usually take, what the research found on average, and the factors that make treatment shorter or longer.
How Does Invisalign Work?
How Invisalign aligners are planned, made and worn, what each stage of treatment involves, how long you wear them and why retainers follow.
Invisalign: How It Works and Who It Suits
Who Invisalign suits and who it does not, what the research says about its results, the questions to ask before starting and how to get the most from it.
Sources (5)
- British Orthodontic Society. Orthodontics for adults (patient information). bos.org.uk/patients/treatments/orthodontics-for-adults/
- NHS website. Braces and orthodontics (patient information). Page review date 29 June 2026. www.nhs.uk/conditions/orthodontics/
- British Orthodontic Society. Conventional fixed braces (patient information). bos.org.uk/conventional/
- British Orthodontic Society. Clear aligners (patient information leaflet). www.bos.org.uk/Public-Patients/Patient-Information-Leaflets/Clear-Aligners
- Papageorgiou SN, Koletsi D, Iliadi A, Peltomaki T, Eliades T. Treatment outcome with orthodontic aligners and fixed appliances: a systematic review with meta-analyses. European Journal of Orthodontics, 2020;42(3):331-343. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31758191/
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.