Dr. Thankam
Orthodontist-gnathologist
EnglishCreating beautiful, healthy smiles is Dr. Thankam’s passion and professional mission. With over six years of dedicated experience in orthodontics, she combines advanced clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach, helping both children and adults achieve optimal oral health, facial harmony, and confident smiles.
Dr. Thankam is committed to providing personalized orthodontic care in a warm and welcoming environment where every patient feels comfortable and supported throughout their treatment journey. Whether considering braces for a child or clear aligners for an adult, patients receive individualized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
Dr. Thankam believes that successful orthodontic treatment goes beyond straightening teeth. Her approach focuses on creating healthy function, balanced facial aesthetics, stable long-term results, and a positive treatment experience for every patient.
She has extensive experience with modern self-ligating systems, including Damon and SmartClip (3M), and is particularly passionate about early orthodontic intervention in children and discreet orthodontic solutions for adults seeking aesthetic treatment options.
Education
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) – Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, A J Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India (2020)
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), S.J.M Dental College and Hospital, Karnataka, India
Dr. Thankam is an active member of the Indian Orthodontic Society and remains committed to continuous professional development through advanced education and evidence-based clinical practice.
Professional skills
Comprehensive orthodontic treatment for children, adolescents, and adults
Clear aligner therapy and invisible orthodontics
Metal, ceramic, and self-ligating braces systems
Early interceptive and preventive orthodontic treatment
Management of impacted and ectopic teeth
Rapid palatal expansion using Haas and other expansion systems
Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs), including palatal skeletal anchorage
Space maintenance and guidance of developing dentition
CBCT and cephalometric analysis for advanced orthodontic diagnosis
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder management, including splint therapy
Myorelaxation and repositioning splints for functional rehabilitation