Rajkot has become one of Saurashtra’s main centres for dental care, and many of its clinics now employ teams of postgraduate specialists under one roof. If you need a dependable clinic for a check-up, a child’s first visit, braces or something more complex, this guide covers 8 well-reviewed local dental clinics along the 150 Feet Ring Road, Kalavad Road, Raiya Road, Mota Mava and Mavdi areas, each offering general, family and cosmetic dentistry.
Key takeaways
We used publicly available information to assess dental clinics across Rajkot, looking at the strength of each clinic’s public patient review profile, the range of general and family services it provides, and how clearly its own website describes its dentists, treatments and location. We visited every clinic’s website to check it was working. This is not a paid list, and the clinics are not ranked in any particular order. Details such as timings and team members can change, so please confirm them directly with each practice before you book.
City Dental Hospital is led by implant dentist Dr Anand Jasani and Dr Rashmi Jasani and has several branches in the city, including Heera Panna Complex near Mota Mava, Virani Chowk and Kotharia. The hospital says it is NABH accredited, offers laser dentistry and, unusually, keeps all branches open on Sundays. Its large team covers most areas of dental care.
Aarogyam Dental Clinic & Implant Centre is in Nilkanth Plaza at Bapasitaram Chowk on the 150 Feet Ring Road in Mavdi. Its chief implantologist is Dr Pratik Pipalia, BDS, MDS, and Dr Sneha Pipalia looks after braces and orthodontic care. The clinic lists CBCT imaging, CAD/CAM dentistry and guided implant surgery, and it supports patients from overseas through its international programme.
Silver Smile Dental Specialists is at RK Supreme near Nana Mava Circle on the 150 Feet Ring Road. It was founded by Dr Digant Thakkar, MDS, an orthodontist, and Dr Prerna Thakkar, MDS, a paediatric dentist, and its wider team includes MDS endodontists, prosthodontists, a periodontist and oral surgeons. The clinic makes clear aligners in-house using digital scanning and 3D printing.
Sanjivani Dental Hospital & Implant Centre is in Silk Route near Ambedkar BRTS circle in the Mavdi area of the 150 Feet Ring Road. Chief dentist Dr Divyesh Patel holds a BDS and MDS and focuses on implants, wisdom tooth surgery and gum treatment, while Dr Nehal Patel concentrates on root canal treatment and veneers. The hospital lists 3D guided implant placement and opens on Sunday mornings.
Harsha Hospital is at Hanuman Madhi Chowk on Raiya Road. Dr Maitrey G. Bhalodia, MDS, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with a strong focus on implants, Dr Nupur M. Bhalodia, BDS, leads cosmetic and smile design work, and Dr Jeet Bhalodia, MDS in Paediatric Dentistry, is trained in conscious sedation for children. The practice opens until 8pm from Monday to Saturday.
Rughani Kidz & Braces Family Dental Care is in City Empire at the corner of Royal Park Main Road and University Road, just off the 150 Feet Ring Road. As the name suggests, it has a strong focus on children’s dentistry and braces, alongside general care for adults. The clinic lists digital X-rays, lasers and a conscious sedation unit.
OraFace Dental Hospital is on Chandresh Nagar Main Road near Mayani Chowk. Dr Hardik V. Shingala, MDS, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and implant dentist, Dr Prachi S. Shingala, MDS, is a paediatric dentist, and Dr Pooja V. Shingala, BDS, provides cosmetic dentistry. The clinic has an unusual focus on airway and sleep dentistry, tongue-tie treatment and myofunctional therapy.
Just Smile Family Dental Clinic is a family practice on Kalavad Road run by Dr Jay Pandya, BDS, MDS (Orthodontics), and Dr Dhvani Pandya, BDS, MDS (Endodontics). This pairing means that both braces and root canal treatment are handled by dentists with postgraduate training in those areas. The clinic emphasises flexible timings and a child-friendly environment.
A notable feature of dentistry in Rajkot is the number of clinics that bring together several MDS-qualified dentists, such as orthodontists, endodontists, paediatric dentists and oral surgeons. For patients this can be very convenient, because a child’s braces, a parent’s root canal treatment and a grandparent’s dentures can all be managed at the same practice, with records kept in one place.
That said, a team-based clinic is only as good as its coordination. Ask who your main point of contact will be, whether the specialist will see you personally and how often they are at the clinic. For simpler needs, such as check-ups, cleaning and small fillings, a general dentist is perfectly suited to the job, and a smaller family practice may offer more flexible appointments and a more personal feel.
Children’s teeth need attention from the very start. Book a first visit when the first tooth appears or by the first birthday, and keep that early appointment light and positive. Rajkot has several practices led or co-led by paediatric dentists, who are trained in managing young and anxious children and in preventive treatments such as fluoride varnish and fissure sealants.
At home, brush your child’s teeth twice a day with a smear of fluoride toothpaste for under-threes and a pea-sized amount after that. Avoid putting babies to bed with a bottle of milk or juice, and keep sweets, biscuits and namkeen with added sugar to mealtimes rather than constant snacking. If your child grinds their teeth, breathes through the mouth or snores, mention it to the dentist, as these can be linked to bite or airway issues.
Implants and orthodontic treatment are long-term commitments, so it pays to ask good questions before you start. For implants, ask whether a 3D scan will be taken, which implant system will be used, how many stages are involved and what happens if the implant does not integrate with the bone. Ask too about maintenance, because implants need regular check-ups and good cleaning just like natural teeth.
For braces or aligners, ask who will be supervising your treatment and whether they are an orthodontist. Ask how long treatment is expected to take, how often you will need appointments and what retainers you will need afterwards. Aligners are discreet but only work if worn for the recommended hours each day, so be honest with yourself and the clinic about what will suit your lifestyle.
Daily habits make the biggest difference. Brush twice a day for about two minutes with fluoride toothpaste, paying attention to the gumline, and clean between your teeth once a day with floss or interdental brushes. If your gums bleed when you brush, do not stop; bleeding is usually a sign of plaque build-up and gum inflammation, and it tends to improve with better cleaning and a professional scale.
Gujarati food often includes sweet elements, and snacks such as farsan are a big part of daily life. You do not need to give them up, but keeping sugary foods and drinks to mealtimes gives your teeth a chance to recover between acid attacks. Drink water through the day, especially during the hot months, and avoid tobacco and gutka entirely, as they are major causes of gum disease and oral cancer.
All dentists practising in India must hold at least a BDS degree and be registered with the relevant State Dental Council, which in Rajkot is the Gujarat State Dental Council. Specialists usually hold an MDS in their field. You can ask the clinic for the dentist’s registration number.
Some do. A few clinics in this guide publish Sunday hours, sometimes for a morning session only, while others are closed. Timings change, so it is always best to call ahead before visiting on a Sunday or public holiday.
A paediatric dentist has completed postgraduate training, usually an MDS, in the dental care of children. They are experienced in treating young or anxious children and in preventive care such as sealants and fluoride treatment.
Clear aligners can treat many mild to moderate alignment problems, but some complex cases still respond better to fixed braces. An orthodontist can assess your teeth and explain which option is likely to give the best result for you.
Many people benefit from a professional scale and polish every six months, but the right interval depends on your gum health and how quickly tartar builds up. Your dentist will recommend a schedule based on your individual needs.
Important Notice: This website is an informational dental health resource only. We are not dentists, dental hygienists, or registered healthcare providers. The information in this article is compiled from publicly available research and educational sources and is intended to help you understand dental topics better — not to guide treatment decisions. For personal dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment planning, always speak directly with a qualified dentist in your area.
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