Crooked Teeth: The Health Problems Beyond Appearance

Health problems caused by crooked and misaligned teeth

What Happens If You Never Fix Crooked Teeth? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 Crooked teeth are often treated as a cosmetic problem. Something you fix because you want a straighter smile. But that is […]

Braces and Aligners for Adults: Is It Too Late?

Adult orthodontics — braces and aligners for adults explained

Am I Too Old for Braces or Aligners? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 “I should have fixed my teeth when I was younger.” I hear versions of this surprisingly often. Someone may have wanted […]

How Long Do Clear Aligners Take? Realistic Timelines

Clear aligner treatment timelines by case complexity

How Long Does Aligner Treatment Actually Take? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 One of the first questions patients ask before starting orthodontic treatment is: “How long will I have to wear aligners?” It is […]

Clear Aligner Cost in India: What Drives the Price

What drives clear aligner cost in India — explained by a dentist

What Do Clear Aligners Actually Cost in India? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 8 minutes · Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 Ask three clinics what clear aligners cost and you may get three very different answers. That does not necessarily mean one […]

Swelling After Tooth Extraction: Normal vs Warning Signs

Swelling after tooth extraction — normal healing versus warning signs

Swelling and Pain After an Extraction: What’s Normal, What Isn’t Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 10 September 2026 The day after an extraction, patients often look in the mirror and think something has gone wrong. One cheek […]

Invisalign vs Braces: An Honest Comparison by a Dentist

Invisalign versus traditional braces — a dentist's comparison

Invisalign vs Braces: Which One Is Right for You? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 8 minutes · Last reviewed: 11 September 2026 Almost every patient who asks me this question already has a preference. Usually, they want clear aligners. They are not […]

Tooth Extraction Healing Time: What to Expect, Day by Day

Tooth extraction healing timeline — day by day recovery stages

How Long Does a Tooth Extraction Take to Heal? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 10 September 2026 One of the most common questions after a tooth extraction is not “Will it hurt?” It is: “When will this […]

Dry Socket After Extraction: Signs, Causes & Treatment

Dry socket after tooth extraction — signs, causes and treatment

Dry Socket: Signs, Causes and What to Do About It Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 10 September 2026 The pain after an extraction should gradually get better. That is the pattern I want patients to remember. If […]

What to Eat After Tooth Extraction: Day-by-Day Guide

Day-by-day guide to eating after a tooth extraction

What Can I Eat After a Tooth Extraction? A Day-by-Day Guide Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 10 September 2026 The first question patients ask after a tooth extraction is usually, “When can I eat?” The second is […]

Why Does My Mouth Taste Bad After a Tooth Extraction?

Why your mouth tastes bad after a tooth extraction — causes explained

Why Does My Mouth Taste Bad After a Tooth Extraction? Written by Dr. Shailee Swarup Maxillofacial Prosthodontist & Implantologist · Founder, The Tooth Company, Jubilee Hills Reading time: 7 minutes · Last reviewed: 10 September 2026 Patients rarely call me about pain after an extraction. They call about the taste. Something metallic on day one. […]