Dr Rahul Bhageedharan
Plans and carries out braces and clear aligner treatment for teenagers and adults, and early treatment for children.
- Credentials
- MDS, Orthodontist
- Focus
- Braces, aligners and growing jaws
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Orthodontics Specialist care, Palarivattom
Crowded front teeth, a gap that keeps widening or a bite where the upper teeth sit far ahead of the bottom ones all have the same answer: moving the teeth, slowly and under control. That is what an orthodontist is trained to do, with braces or clear aligners.
At 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic in Palarivattom, Kochi, orthodontic treatment is planned and carried out by our MDS orthodontist, Dr Rahul Bhageedharan. Clinical protocols are overseen by our founder, Dr Nikita Menon, a dentist with 19+ years of clinical experience.
Broken bracket or a wire poking your cheek? Cover it with orthodontic wax or a small piece of sugar-free gum and call us. Most fixes take a short visit.
01 Conditions
An orthodontist treats teeth that are in the wrong place and jaws that do not meet properly. Some problems are mainly about looks, such as crooked teeth; others affect chewing, cleaning and wear on the teeth over time.
Send a clear photo of your smile and bite; we will tell you whether braces are worth discussing.
Call for an assessmentSend a smile photo02 Overview
An orthodontist is a dentist who has completed a three-year MDS in orthodontics: how teeth move, how the jaws grow and how the bite fits together. A general dentist can spot crowding or a bad bite; the orthodontist works out how far each tooth needs to move, in which order, and with what force, so the result stays stable.
The difference shows in planning. Moving one front tooth can push the back teeth out of their bite, and closing a gap in the wrong order can open another one elsewhere. An orthodontist plans the whole arch from records, then adjusts the braces or aligners every few weeks until the teeth reach their planned position, and finally fits retainers to hold them there.
Ask to see your planned end result before starting; a good orthodontic plan always shows where each tooth is meant to finish.
03 Our team
Orthodontic treatment at our clinic is led by one specialist, so the same person reviews your progress at each adjustment.
Plans and carries out braces and clear aligner treatment for teenagers and adults, and early treatment for children.
When a tooth needs a filling, a root canal or a crown before braces go on, our other specialists do it first, so the orthodontic plan is not held up. Children are often seen together with our pediatric dentist, Dr Pooja Kurup.
04 Treatments
Our orthodontist offers fixed braces in several materials and removable clear aligners. Each option has its own page with timings and costs.
Stainless steel brackets and wires. Strong, quick to adjust and the lowest cost.
Tooth-coloured brackets that are harder to notice from a distance.
A series of removable plastic trays, changed every week or two.
We also offer self-ligating braces, lingual braces fitted behind the teeth, Invisalign, and braces for kids. Not every option suits every bite, which is why the choice is made after records.
We show you braces and aligner samples at the consultation so you can compare them in hand.
Call to compare optionsAsk about braces05 How we work
Orthodontic treatment at 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic in Palarivattom starts with records, not with brackets. The plan is fixed before the first appointment for fitting.
The orthodontist checks how the teeth meet, how the jaws line up and whether any teeth are missing or impacted.
X-rays, photographs and a digital scan or impressions of both jaws are taken, so tooth movement can be planned and measured.
You are shown the problem list, the options, whether any teeth need removing, the expected time and the cost of each option.
Braces are bonded in one visit, or the first aligners are fitted. Adjustment visits follow every four to eight weeks.
When the teeth are in place, braces come off and retainers are fitted to stop them drifting back.
Plan for retainers from the start; teeth that are not retained can move back, and that is the most common reason treatment is repeated.
06 Cost
Braces in Kochi generally cost ₹15,000 to ₹1,20,000 for a full course, depending on the type and how long treatment lasts. Clear aligners usually start from about ₹80,000. These are indicative market ranges collected from Kochi clinic listings, not a quotation from 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic.
| Treatment | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Fixed braces, full course | ₹15,000 to ₹1,20,000 |
| Ceramic or clear braces | About ₹60,000 to ₹1,20,000 |
| Clear aligners | From about ₹80,000 |
| Invisalign, lingual braces | Quoted after records |
| Retainers | Quoted with the plan |
Longer treatment, ceramic or lingual brackets, aligners, extractions or minor surgery before braces, and complex bites that need extra appliances.
Mild crowding, metal braces, a shorter treatment time, and keeping adjustment appointments so the plan stays on schedule.
Your final cost depends on several factors, including how complex the bite is, how long treatment takes and the appliance chosen. An in-person evaluation with records is required before we can give you an estimate.
Orthodontic treatment is usually paid in instalments across the course. Ask at the front desk about the payment schedule and whether EMI is available.
Check whether retainers and the final records are included in the quote; they are part of a complete course and should not be a surprise at the end.
You get a written estimate for each appliance option before you decide.
Call to book an evaluationAsk for an estimate07 Second opinion
Already been told you need teeth removed for braces, or that aligners will not work for you? Send us your photos and X-rays. Our orthodontist will review the plan and explain the alternatives plainly.
Send your records on WhatsApp08 When to see one
The first visit to an orthodontist is useful around the age of 7, when the first adult teeth are in and jaw growth problems can be seen early. Most children who need braces start between 10 and 14, once most adult teeth have come in. Adults can have orthodontic treatment at any age, as long as the gums and bone are healthy.
Early treatment is not always needed. For many children the orthodontist simply monitors growth and starts later. When a crossbite, a habit such as thumb sucking, or a narrow upper jaw is affecting growth, a short phase of early treatment can make later braces simpler.
09 Your visit
A first orthodontist visit at 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic takes about 30 to 45 minutes. The orthodontist examines the teeth and bite, explains what is causing the problem and outlines the likely options and time frame.
Bring any previous X-rays and, for children, a parent or guardian. If treatment looks worthwhile, records are taken at this visit or the next, and the full plan and estimate follow once they have been studied.
10 Honest limits
Braces move teeth within the bone; they cannot change the size of the jaws once growth has finished. When the upper and lower jaws are badly mismatched in an adult, braces alone may only hide the problem, and jaw surgery with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon may be the honest answer.
Orthodontic treatment also needs healthy gums, good cleaning and steady attendance. We advise waiting, or choosing a different approach, when:
Ask whether your problem is in the teeth or the jaws; the answer decides whether braces alone can give a stable result.
11 Why us
Dr Nikita founded 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic in 2010 and has 19+ years of clinical experience in general, cosmetic and implant dentistry. Orthodontic treatment at the clinic is planned and carried out by our MDS orthodontist, Dr Rahul Bhageedharan.
Read Dr Nikita Menon's profileThe same specialist plans your case and reviews every adjustment, so decisions are consistent.
You are not steered to one system; the choice depends on your bite.
Fillings, root canals, extractions and gum care before braces happen at the same clinic.
Open until 7:30 pm Monday to Saturday and until 3 pm on Sunday, which helps with monthly adjustments.
Keep a calendar of adjustment dates; missed visits are what stretch an 18-month plan into two years or more.
12 Gallery
A look inside our dental clinic on MKK Nair Road in Palarivattom, where orthodontic records and adjustments are done.
13 Patients
Patient stories are on our patient testimonials page, with more reviews on Google. Before and after photographs of braces cases are shown only with written consent.
Read our reviews on Google14 Location
We are on MKK Nair Road in Palarivattom, convenient for families from Edappally, Mamangalam and Kaloor, with the Palarivattom Kochi Metro station nearby for teenagers coming after school. Our dental clinic in Palarivattom page has a map.
| Monday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am to 3:00 pm |
15 FAQ
The teeth feel sore for a few days after braces are fitted and after each adjustment. Soft food and ordinary painkillers help. The cheeks also get used to the brackets within a week or two.
No. Adults can have braces or aligners at any age if the gums and bone are healthy. Treatment may take a little longer than in teenagers.
Sometimes, when there is not enough room in the jaw. Many cases are treated without extractions. The decision is made from your records, not at a glance.
Usually every four to eight weeks for braces, and every six to ten weeks for aligner checks.
Yes. Wear a mouthguard for contact sport. Wind instrument players need a few weeks to adjust their technique.
Retainers are worn full time at first and then at night. Many orthodontists advise night-time wear in the long term, because teeth can move throughout life.
For mild to moderate crowding and spacing, aligners work well when worn 20 to 22 hours a day. Some complex bites still move more predictably with fixed braces.
16 Book
Tell us who the appointment is for and we will reply on WhatsApp with the next available slot.
Sources: NHS, Orthodontics.
This page is general information and not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Prices are indicative Kochi market ranges, not a quotation from 32 Sparkles Dental Clinic, and depend on clinical evaluation. Treatment outcomes vary between individuals.
