Check-up & cleaning
Full exam, intraoral photos, scaling & polish, and a written care plan. No upsell — most visits end here.
₹1,20045 min
Consultant Endodontist
Dental Surgeon, BDS – 6 years | 1,500+ root canal treatments
Endodontist (MDS, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics) with 6 years across two private clinics in Pune. Handles rotary endodontics, re-treatments and post and core work using an apex locator, RVG and CBCT when indicated. Receives referrals from 5 general dentists.
13Years in practice
12k+Patients treated
0Surprise bills
Treatments & pricing
Honest menu, honest prices
Fixed prices published upfront. Complex cases get a written plan with staged costs — approved by you before we begin.
Tooth-coloured fillings
Composite fillings matched to your tooth, rubber-dam isolated, bite-checked twice.
₹1,800 – 3,000per tooth
Root canal (single sitting)
Rotary endodontics under magnification. Numb first, music on, done in 60–90 minutes.
₹6,500 – 9,000incl. X-rays
Crowns & bridges
Zirconia and e.max, digital impressions (no goop), 5-year written warranty on lab work.
₹8,000 – 15,000per unit
Aligners & braces
Clear aligners or ceramic braces, with a simulation of your end smile before you commit.
₹45,000+EMI available
Implants
Single-tooth to full-arch, placed with surgical guides. Includes crown and two-year reviews.
₹28,000+per implant
* Prices as of 2026, applicable to standard cases. X-rays ₹200; consultation free with any treatment.
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Photograph — chairside, smiling, no mask
About
The dentist for people who avoid dentists
Endodontist with an MDS in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics and seven years of clinical practice. Performs rotary root canal treatment, retreatments and post-endodontic restorations, supported by apex locators and CBCT planning. Also mentors junior associates.
Registered Dental Surgeon…Hands-on course in dental…Basic Life Support (BLS)
Nervous patients
Scared? That's normal. Here's how we handle it
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Talk first, chair later
Your first visit can be just a conversation at the desk. Nothing happens until you're ready.
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Your playlist, your pace
Headphones, breaks whenever you want, and a hand-signal that stops everything instantly.
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Numbing that's numb
Topical gel before every injection, warmed anaesthetic, and we wait until it works. Fully.
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No surprise add-ons
The estimate you sign is the bill you pay. Anything new waits for a new conversation.
Credentials
Training & experience
Practice
2016 — Present
Founder & Principal Dentist
Kulkarni Dental Studio, Koregaon Park
12,000+ patients; special focus on anxious patients and single-sitting endodontics.
2012 — 2016
Associate Dentist
Smile Line Endodontic Centre, Mumbai
2,000+ root canals under magnification; microsurgical endodontics.
Education
2010 — 2012
MDS, Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
Government Dental College, Mumbai
2005 — 2010
BDS
Government Dental College, Mumbai
University gold medal, operative dentistry.
2019
Invisalign & digital dentistry certification
Align Technology · 3Shape
Book a visit
Your slot, your pace
Booked slots are yours alone — the clinic runs on time, average wait under ten minutes.
Clinic hours
Mon – Sat10:00 – 14:00 · 17:00 – 21:00
SundayBy appointment only
WednesdayClosed
Dental emergency? Knocked-out tooth, swelling, unbearable pain — call +00 00000 00000. Same-day slots are held daily for emergencies.
Patients say
People who used to hate dentists
Ten years of avoiding dentists ended here. She talked to me for twenty minutes before I even sat in the chair. Root canal done — I felt nothing.
Prateek S.Root canal · 2026Showed me the camera feed, gave me three options with prices, and recommended the cheapest one. Where else does that happen?
Manasi D.Fillings · 2025My 7-year-old asks when she can go back to the dentist. I have no further questions.
Rohit & NehaFamily patients · 3 yearsFAQ
Before you book
Does a root canal hurt?+
Not in this clinic. We numb completely and verify before starting — most patients say the anaesthetic injection (with topical gel first) was the only thing they felt, and barely.
Do you treat children?+
Yes, ages 4 and up — first visits are short, playful "counting teeth" sessions. For complex paediatric work I refer to a paedodontist I trust.
Is EMI available for big treatments?+
Yes — implants, aligners and full-mouth work can be split over 3–12 months, interest-free for 3 months. Details in your written estimate.
What if I just want a second opinion?+
Bring your X-rays and the other clinic's plan. Second-opinion consultations are ₹500, fully honest, and I'll happily tell you if your current plan is good.
This website provides general information and is not a substitute for a clinical examination. Treatment plans and prices are confirmed only after an in-person consultation.