Dr. Shankar Bala
BDS B(Med)Sc Hons PGDip PGDip MFDS RCS
Dentist
12 years of experience
London, W9 1RU
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6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Mafalda Santos Vilhena, Dr. Arup Sen and 1 other professional
12 years of experience
London, W9 1RU
(+1 more)
6 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr. Mafalda Santos Vilhena, Dr. Arup Sen and 1 other professional
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About Dr. Shankar Bala
With over 12 years of experience in dentistry and more than a decade dedicated solely to orthodontics, I provide expert care across all types of treatments—fixed braces, aligners, lingual braces, functional appliances, and early interceptive orthodontics. Whether it’s a straightforward case or a complex, multidisciplinary treatment, my focus is always on achieving the best results for my patients.
I believe orthodontic treatment should be a collaboration. I always ask my patients about their dream smile and work closely with them to make it a reality. It’s never just about what I think is best—it’s about ensuring they feel confident and happy every step of the way.
My patients often describe me as down-to-earth, approachable, and relaxed, which helps make the treatment journey as stress-free as possible. I take pride in being detail-oriented and patient-focused, making sure everyone feels supported—not just at the end of treatment, but throughout the entire process.
I genuinely love what I do. Orthodontics allows me to combine my passion for working with people with the precision and mechanics of tooth movement. I also believe in being available for my patients, which is why I provide my contact details so they can reach out with any questions or concerns before, during, and after treatment.
If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, I’d love to help guide you toward the smile you’ve always wanted
Subspecialties
- Orthodontics
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Registered with
General Dental Council
No. 245214
Qualifications
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Orthodontics
- Primary Dental Care Diploma
- Graduated from Barts and The Royal London 2013 for dentistry
- Biomedical science with psychology
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £115
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Dr. Shankar Bala demonstrates professional, friendly, and attentive patient care. Patients achieve positive results with various orthodontic treatments, including Invisalign, braces, and Angel Aligners. He gives clear explanations, conducts thorough assessments, and develops tailored treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes. Patients feel satisfied with their new smiles and successful results from overall teeth straightening.
Dr Shankar was an amazing professional, he answered all my questions, which there were many… and put me at ease throughout the entire process. I’m extremely happy with my results and gained my confidence back. I highly recommend!
I came to see Dr Shankar after seeing a number dentist and the advice he gave was by far the best and after year cosmetic braces, i am over the moon with the results 10 out 10 service
Dr Shankar is a true artist my teeth have never looked better The whole process was conducted in a very professional and supportive manner. Truly money well spent
I had Invisalign treatment with Dr Shankar Bala over the course of several months. He was super attentive, professional, patient and answered all of the questions I had about the treatment. I felt comfortable being treated by him, and I‘m very satisfied with my results. Thanks Shankar!
A really great experience with Dr Shankar, provides a really comfortable environment for you to talk about your oral health and had fantastic results with my Invisalign treatment. Really happy with my teeth and Dr Shankar is really attentive!
Dr Shankar, firstly thank you for making my Invisalign treatment effortless. Your warm and friendly personality is really settling. My teeth look amazing and i can’t thank you enough.
I am really pleased with how my teeth came out, Dr. Shankar and the team in Waldron have been great, professional and a pleasure to work with. I happy and pleased with my results. Fingers crossed for the years to come.
Fabulous experience with Dr Bala on my Invisalign journey. He is incredibly thorough and is intent on getting the best possible result. I couldn’t recommend his service more highly. Thank you!
I am halfway through the Invisalign treatment with a more complex case requiring mini implants and my experience with Dr. Shankar so far was absolutely fantastic. During every appointment, I always had a very good understanding of what the next steps are and how my treatment is going. Dr. Shankar answered all questions in a fully professional manner with a good insight into every single detail. I would highly recommend orthodontic treatment with Dr. Shankar to everyone who wants to improve their smile.
Very pleased that I decided to get my Invisalign with Shankar and his team. They were really friendly, supportive and informative. The end results are great and although it took a little bit longer than I hoped for (I had an annoying teeth that just needed to move a bit more), the team always gave me plenty of objective information to make an. Informed decision.
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Dr. Mafalda Santos Vilhena
DentistDr Shankar is an exceptionally skilled and experienced dentist/orthodontist. His meticulous attention to detail, compassionate patient care, and relentless pursuit of perfection are consistently reflected in the outstanding reviews he receives from his clients. Dr Shankar’s professionalism, expertise, and genuine dedication make him a highly trusted and highly recommended practitioner in his field.
09 May 2025
Dr. Arup Sen
General (Internal) MedicineDr Shankar is an highly skilled professional in the industry. He has provided fantastic results to his patients as demonstrated on his social media accounts. Very approachable for advice and an industry leader with Invisalign
21 Feb 2025
Dr Vimalendran Ratheesh
General Practitioner
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What are Dr. Shankar Bala's reviews like?
Dr. Shankar Bala's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 57 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Shankar Bala speak?
Dr. Shankar Bala speaks English
Where is Dr. Shankar Bala located?
Dr. Shankar Bala primarily practices at Maida Smiles Dental Clinic, located at 207-209 Sutherland Ave, London, United Kingdom, W9 1RU
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What are Dr. Shankar Bala working hours?
Dr. Shankar Bala is working Wednesday (10:00 - 18:00), Thursday (10:00 - 20:00), Saturday (10:00 - 18:00)
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