
BDS, MDS - Paedodontics And Preventive Dentistry
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Dr Akhilesh Sharma, with over 10 years of experience in Pediatric Dentistry, is currently associated with Dr Malathi Manipal Hospital, Bangalore. He specializes in Preventive Procedures, which include Sealants; Fluoride Applications and Cavity Fillings; Root Canal Treatment; Space Maintenance; Tooth Extractions; Trauma Management; Oral Surgical Procedures; and Complete Rehabilitation under General Anesthesia. Dr Sharma also treats dental problems in children who are diagnosed with Down's syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders, Type-1 Diabetes, Leukemia, Hemophilia, and Epilepsy. Dr Sharma completed his BDS from Government Dental College, Bangalore in 2003, and his MDS from A.B. Shetty Dental College, Mangalore in 2008. Dr Sharma is highly motivated about introducing better oral hygienic practices among his patients, and often advises parents to start dental care for their children at a very young age.
Happy with: Explanation of the health issueTreatment satisfaction
Doctor has explained the problem and root cause of the cavity and the possible way out to prevent further.
Visited For Dental Fillings
Done the treatment in Tooth story and the doctors are very supportive and co operative. We are advised to do the regular checkup once in a six months to take care of her teeth properly, which is appreciable.
Visited For Dental CrownsPaediatrics Preventive Dental Treatment
Hoped for better: Explanation of the health issue
I am extremely disappointed with the treatment my child received from Dr. Akhilesh at Gerry's Clinic. Initially, we visited for a cavity treatment, where a root canal was done, followed by a steel cap placement. ******** ** ***** ***** ********* * ****** ********* **** *** ********* ***** *** ****** ******* ******* *****
When we first consulted Dr. Akhilesh, he only prescribed medication to reduce the infection instead of addressing the root cause. The infection subsided temporarily *** **** **** ****** Upon seeking a second opinion from another dentist, ** **** ******* ** ***** **** *** **** ***** *** *** **** ********* ******* ** ************ ******* *********** we had to go through the heartbreaking decision of removing the tooth.
Had the treatment been done correctly in the first place, ** ***** ******** **** *** ** ******* I would not recommend Dr. Akhilesh for serious pediatric dental procedures.