A less visible appliance
Transparent trays offer a discreet treatment option, though attachments and elastics may still be visible.
Orthodontic care • shela, ahmedabad
Clear aligners, with orthodontic planning.
Explore a removable approach to straightening teeth and find out whether clear aligners suit your bite, your goals and your daily routine.
A consultation to understand your options. A decision at your pace.
What treatment can help with
What this could mean for you.
Your treatment plan is based on your examination and goals.
Start with your concern
What brings you to an orthodontist?
You do not need to know the name of a treatment before asking about your teeth.
Crowded teeth
Aligners may help some crowded teeth, depending on the space needed and movements involved. Suitability requires an in-person assessment.
Gaps you want assessed
Dr. Shreya considers the cause of spacing and the way your teeth meet before discussing whether aligners could be appropriate.
Teeth that have shifted
If teeth have moved after earlier orthodontic treatment, bring your previous records and retainers if available to help the discussion.
An uneven bite
Some bite concerns can be addressed with aligners; others may need braces or a different approach. The appliance follows the diagnosis.
From your first visit onwards
How treatment is planned at Grin & Brace.
- 01
Assess the whole picture
Discuss your concerns and history, examine your bite and oral health, and identify any treatment needed before tooth movement begins.
- 02
Understand your plan
Records are taken as appropriate. Review the intended changes, alternatives, limitations, likely duration and the commitment expected from you.
- 03
Wear, review and adapt
Follow the tray schedule and attend reviews. If teeth do not follow the intended movements, additional trays or changes may be discussed.
- 04
Move into retention
Finishing the aligner sequence does not end maintenance. Retainers and an individual follow-up plan help maintain the tooth positions achieved.
Meet dr. shreya
Dr. Shreya
Mehta Gandhi
B.D.S., M.D.S.
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics
Dr. Shreya is a certified Invisalign provider and also works with other local and international aligner systems.
Founder of Grin & Brace and a specialist orthodontist (B.D.S., M.D.S. — Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics).
Every case is reviewed with Dr. Shreya. Your teeth, bite and goals guide the plan. She is a member of the IOS and GOSG.
Meet Dr. ShreyaYour questions are part of the plan.
WHY GRIN & BRACE
A clear starting point, close to home.
Understanding the treatment
What clear aligner treatment involves
Clear aligners are a sequence of removable trays designed to guide teeth through planned movements. You progress through them on a prescribed schedule, with clinical reviews to assess how your teeth are responding. Treatment is more than simply receiving a box of trays.
Choosing aligners starts with an examination of your teeth, gums and bite. At Grin & Brace in Shela, your consultation is an opportunity to discuss the changes you want, ask about alternatives and understand the practical commitment before making a decision.
Understanding the treatmentWhat clear aligner treatment involves
Understanding the treatment
What clear aligner treatment involves
Clear aligners are a sequence of removable trays designed to guide teeth through planned movements. You progress through them on a prescribed schedule, with clinical reviews to assess how your teeth are responding. Treatment is more than simply receiving a box of trays.
Choosing aligners starts with an examination of your teeth, gums and bite. At Grin & Brace in Shela, your consultation is an opportunity to discuss the changes you want, ask about alternatives and understand the practical commitment before making a decision.
Discuss your options
Questions to settle before choosing trays
Your examination helps us recommend the options that suit you.
Discuss your optionsQuestions to settle before choosing trays
Discuss your options
Questions to settle before choosing trays
Your examination helps us recommend the options that suit you.
Living with treatment
A treatment that becomes part of your day
Follow your wear instructions
Wear time matters. Ask for a clear schedule and tell the clinic if work, travel or other circumstances make it difficult to follow.
Care for teeth and trays
Follow the cleaning instructions provided, keep your teeth and gums clean, and store removed aligners safely in their case.
Report a fit problem
Contact the clinic about a lost or damaged tray, persistent discomfort or an aligner that does not fit as expected. Contact the clinic for guidance on the next step.
Living with treatmentA treatment that becomes part of your day
Living with treatment
A treatment that becomes part of your day
Follow your wear instructions
Wear time matters. Ask for a clear schedule and tell the clinic if work, travel or other circumstances make it difficult to follow.
Care for teeth and trays
Follow the cleaning instructions provided, keep your teeth and gums clean, and store removed aligners safely in their case.
Report a fit problem
Contact the clinic about a lost or damaged tray, persistent discomfort or an aligner that does not fit as expected. Contact the clinic for guidance on the next step.
Your questions
A little more clarity
before your visit.
These answers are a starting point. Your consultation is where we discuss your individual situation.
Are clear aligners invisible?
Clear trays are less noticeable than many fixed appliances, but they can still be seen. Tooth-coloured attachments and elastics, if needed, may also be visible.
How often will I need to visit?
Review visits are usually every 8–10 weeks to check progress and fit. Your schedule is confirmed when treatment begins.
How much of the day do I wear them?
Plan on wearing your aligners for about 20–22 hours a day, following the schedule Dr. Shreya prescribes for your aligner system. Remove them as instructed for meals, drinks and cleaning. Consistent wear helps the planned tooth movements stay on track.
Can I eat and drink normally?
You will receive instructions about removing trays for food and drinks and cleaning before putting them back. Ask how to manage meals and snacks within your wear schedule.
Are aligners quicker than braces?
The time needed depends on the tooth movements and bite correction in your plan. Dr. Shreya will compare suitable options and explain the expected timeline for each, so you can choose with a clear picture of the treatment involved.
Will I need attachments?
Some plans use small tooth-coloured shapes bonded to teeth to help guide movement. Whether you need them, and where, depends on your treatment plan.
Will I still need appointments?
Yes. Clinical reviews assess tooth movement, fit and oral health. The visit schedule should be explained before treatment starts and may change as required.
What happens after the last aligner?
Dr. Shreya checks the result and discusses any further steps. Retainers are usually needed, with a wear and review plan tailored to you.
Are there any risks or limitations?
Aligners share the risks of orthodontic tooth movement, including gum problems, changes to roots and teeth moving again after treatment. Inadequate cleaning can contribute to decay. Trays may cause temporary discomfort or speech changes. Dr. Shreya should explain your individual risks and how treatment will be monitored.
Your next step
Let’s talk about
your teeth.
Request an appointment from Grin & Brace to discuss arranging an orthodontic consultation in Shela, Ahmedabad.
Prefer to speak to the clinic?
+91 93164 52768 ↗VISIT GRIN & BRACE
In Shela.
Here for your questions.
Find the clinic
C-231, Swati Trinity,
Applewoods Township,
Nr. Shantipura Circle, Shela,
Ahmedabad – 380054
Opening hours
Monday–Saturday
10:30 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday: by appointment
General patient information; treatment recommendations depend on a clinical examination.