About Dr. Priyanka

Dr. Priyanka Balakrishnan is a highly accomplished Pediatric Dentist, celebrated for her expertise in behavior management, advanced pediatric treatment protocols, and child-sedation dentistry. With a distinguished academic background—including a Gold Medal, five academic distinctions, and multiple national research grants—she is recognised as one of the most skilled and compassionate pediatric clinicians in the region.

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Sri Venkateshwara Dental College and Hospital, she brings strong academic leadership and evidence-based clinical knowledge into her practice at Dentalwise.

Role at Dentalwise

At Dentalwise, Dr. Priyanka leads the Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry Department, offering comprehensive dental care for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents.

She is known for:

• Creating a safe, friendly, anxiety-free environment for young patients
• Expertise in treating children under conscious sedation, ensuring comfort and cooperation
• Specialized protocols for children with special needs, sensory challenges, and dental anxiety
• Using preventive, minimally invasive dentistry and laser-based pediatric techniques

Her behavioural skills, patience, and calm chair-side manner make her one of the most trusted pediatric dentists for families visiting Dentalwise.

Core Specialisations at Dentalwise

• Behavior Management (Tell–Show–Do, Desensitisation, Visual Reinforcement)
• Sedation Dentistry for Children
• Pediatric Laser Dentistry
• Pulp Therapy (Pulpotomy, Pulpectomy)
• Early Childhood Caries Management
• Space Maintainers & Habit Correction
• White Spot Lesion Management
• Preventive Dentistry (Fluoride, Sealants, Myobrace-based protocols)
• Emergency Dental Care for Children

What Dr. Priyanka Brings to Dentalwise

• A child-centric approach that ensures comfort and trust
• Advanced clinical skills backed by research and academic expertise
• A strong focus on minimally invasive, pain-free pediatric care
• Parental counselling and guidance for healthy oral habits
• Special training to manage children with medical comorbidities or behavioural concerns

Her work perfectly aligns with Dentalwise’s philosophy of offering modern, ethical, and comforting dental care for every family.

Treatment Philosophy

Dr. Priyanka believes that early, positive dental experiences shape a child’s lifelong oral habits. Her philosophy revolves around:

• Gentle, empathetic communication
• Minimising fear and discomfort
• Educating both kids and parents
• Using techniques backed by the latest pediatric research
• Providing safe and predictable outcomes, especially during sedation-based treatments

Languages Spoken

• English
• Tamil
• Hindi

Short GMB / Brochure Bio

Dr. Priyanka Balakrishnan (MDS) is the Consultant Pediatric Dentist at Dentalwise and Assistant Professor at Sri Venkateshwara Dental College. A gold medalist with multiple distinctions, she specialises in behaviour management, sedation dentistry, pediatric laser dentistry, and minimally invasive treatments for children. Known for her gentle, child-friendly care, she ensures that every visit— especially for anxious or special needs children—is safe, comfortable, and positive.