Braces vs Clear Aligners: Cost, Comfort and Results Compared

Both braces and clear aligners straighten teeth effectively — the right choice depends on your specific case, budget, and how much visibility bothers you day to day.

Cost

At Modern Dental Hospital, braces start from ₹25,000; clear aligners start from ₹40,000. Braces are generally the more budget-friendly option for complex cases, while aligners cost more partly because of the custom in-house manufacturing behind each tray.

Comfort & Visibility

Aligners are removable and nearly invisible — most people won't notice you're wearing them. Braces are fixed and more visible, though ceramic braces blend in better than traditional metal. Comfort-wise, aligners tend to cause less irritation since there are no metal brackets or wires against your cheeks.

Which Cases Suit Which

Mild-to-moderate crowding and spacing respond very well to aligners, on a comparable timeline to braces. More complex bite corrections — significant crowding, jaw discrepancies — are often still better suited to braces, which can apply more targeted force. Dr. Kumar Adarsh, M.D.S in Orthodontics, will tell you honestly which category your case falls into at your free consultation, rather than steering you toward the pricier option.