Questions, answered.

We are at 107, Neelsagar, Swami Samarth Chowk, Hendra Pada, Badlapur West, Badlapur, Maharashtra 421503. Patients visit from Badlapur, Vangani, Neral, Ambernath, Ulhasnagar and Kalyan.

MDS Dental is open all 7 days, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Appointments are recommended so the doctor can give you enough time. Book by phone, WhatsApp or our online booking link.

All orthodontic treatment is planned and carried out by Dr. Mukund D. Sawant, MDS (Orthodontics) from PGIMER Chandigarh, All India Rank 1, with residency at AIIMS New Delhi.

We have a separate sterilisation room with an autoclave, and instruments are sealed in individual pouches for each patient.

Yes. We see children from their first dental visit, recommend an orthodontic check by age 7, and treat adults of all ages including braces and aligners.

Yes. There is no upper age limit as long as the gums and bone are healthy. Many adults choose clear aligners or ceramic braces.

Self-ligating metal braces, ceramic braces and clear aligners, often combined with skeletal anchorage or expansion where needed.

Usually every 6 to 10 weeks. Regular review by the same orthodontist is important to keep treatment on track.

The consultation (OPD) fee is ₹200. Starting prices: self-ligating braces from ₹45,000, clear aligners from ₹80,000, impacted canine treatment from ₹55,000, dental implants from ₹30,000 including the crown, root canal treatment from ₹4,000 and zirconia crowns from ₹8,000. The exact fee depends on your case and is explained in writing after examination, and EMI plans are available.

Yes. EMI plans are available for orthodontic and implant treatment. Fees and the payment schedule are explained in writing before treatment starts.

Digital intraoral scanning, low-radiation digital X-rays (Vatech RVG), CBCT-guided implant planning, rotary root canal systems and rubber dam isolation.

By age 7. Most children will not need treatment yet, but problems like crossbites, underbites and impacted canines are easier to manage when caught early.

Both work well when planned by an orthodontist. Braces are fixed and handle any movement; aligners are removable and discreet but need 22 hours of daily wear. We recommend based on your teeth, bite and lifestyle.

Simple cases can finish in 6 to 12 months; most comprehensive cases take 12 to 24 months; complex cases such as impacted canines may take longer.

Not always. Expansion, skeletal anchorage and careful planning can avoid extractions in many cases. Sometimes extractions give the most stable and attractive result, and we will explain why.

The exposure is done under local anaesthesia. Afterwards there is mild soreness for a few days, similar to the first week of braces.

Often yes, though success is higher at a younger age. In adults we assess the tooth on CBCT and discuss whether traction, or an alternative like an implant, is the better option.

Traction itself often takes 6 to 12 months, and the full orthodontic treatment usually takes 18 to 30 months depending on the depth and angle of the tooth.

Placement is done under local anaesthesia and most patients feel only pressure. Mild tenderness for a day or two is common.

No. Orthodontic mini-screws are much smaller, are used only temporarily as anchors, and are removed after treatment. Dental implants replace missing teeth permanently.

In some cases, yes. By moving molars back, mini-screws can create space that would otherwise need extractions. Dr. Mukund will tell you honestly if your case suits this.

Children usually feel pressure on the nose and teeth for a few minutes after each turn. It settles quickly.

The gap shows the two halves of the upper jaw are separating as planned. It typically closes by itself over the following weeks.

For true skeletal crossbites, treating while the child is still growing is simpler and more stable. An orthodontic check by age 7 to 9 helps catch it early.

In growing patients it can improve the relationship of the jaws and the chin position. The amount varies with growth, which is why timing is assessed carefully.

There is an adjustment period of a week or two for chewing and cheek comfort. Most teens adapt quickly.

For adults, options include camouflage with skeletal anchorage or, for severe cases, combined orthodontic and jaw surgery.

Usually between 7 and 10 years, while the upper jaw sutures respond well to forward pull.

Often a shorter second phase of braces is needed once permanent teeth erupt, to finish alignment.

In many mild to moderate skeletal problems, early treatment can reduce or avoid the need for surgery. Severe or genetic cases may still need it after growth.

Yes. We offer orthodontist-led clear aligner treatment, including Invisalign, planned and supervised by Dr. Mukund Sawant.

For many cases, yes, when planned by an orthodontist and worn as advised. Certain complex movements are more reliable with braces or with aligners plus skeletal anchorage.

Take them out to eat and drink anything other than water, then brush and put them back in.

They can make adjustments more efficient, but total treatment time depends mostly on the complexity of the case and on attendance.

Yes, tooth-coloured ceramic self-ligating brackets are available for a more discreet look.

Hard, sticky and very chewy foods such as nuts, toffees and hard bread crusts. Cut fruit into small pieces.

A 2D X-ray cannot show bone width or the exact path of the nerve. CBCT gives a 3D view, so the implant size, depth and angle can be planned safely and the crown can sit in the ideal position.

Typically 3 to 6 months from placement to final crown, while the implant bonds with the bone. In suitable cases a temporary tooth can be fitted sooner.

It is done under local anaesthesia. Most patients describe it as easier than an extraction, with mild soreness for a few days.

Yes. A full-mouth implant-supported prosthesis replaces a whole arch with fixed teeth on a small number of implants, planned on CBCT.

We will confirm the system and timeline at your planning visit; your treatment plan and costs are shared before anything begins.

With good anaesthesia and modern rotary instruments, root canal treatment feels much like a filling. It relieves the pain caused by the infection.

A rubber dam isolates the tooth from saliva and bacteria and protects the airway, which improves the success of the treatment.

Zirconia is very strong, metal-free and looks natural, with no grey line at the gum. It suits most back and many front teeth.

No. We remove them when they are impacted, decayed, causing infections or damaging the neighbouring tooth.