Dr. Preethi V C

Dr Preethi V C is a passionate and experienced paediatric dentist in Gachibowli, Hyderabad with over 16 years of clinical experience in children's oral health, preventive dentistry, dental sedation, and early orthodontic intervention.

She currently practises as a Visiting Consultant at Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Gachibowli and as a Consultant at Kids Smiley World, Manikonda, Hyderabad.

Parents looking for the best paediatric dentist in Hyderabad or a trusted children's dental specialist near Gachibowli can consult Dr Preethi for her child-friendly approach and gentle dental care.

Whether your child needs a routine dental checkup, cavity treatment, dental trauma care, habit counselling, or dental treatment under sedation, Dr Preethi is known for making an easy connection with children of all ages.

Her warm personality and gentle approach make her a favourite among her young patients. She consults in English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.

Area of Expertise

Preventive and Restorative Paediatric Dentistry

Comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, and adolescents focused on early detection, prevention, and treatment.

• Comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, and adolescents
• Age-appropriate preventive dentistry including fluoride treatments and dental sealants
• Early cavity detection and tooth-coloured fillings
• Root canal therapy for primary (baby) teeth
• Treatment for early childhood caries (ECC)
• Space maintainers for proper jaw and tooth alignment
• Management of gum diseases in children

Dental Trauma, Sedation and Special Needs Care

Expert management of dental injuries, behaviour guidance, and treatment under sedation for anxious or special needs children.

• Management of dental trauma including chipped, knocked-out, or fractured teeth
• Paediatric oral sedation and behaviour management techniques
• Treatment of children under sedation and general anaesthesia
• Nitrous Oxide inhalation sedation for anxious children
• Care for children with special healthcare needs and medically compromised individuals
• Minor oral surgical procedures for children

Early Orthodontics and Habit Counselling

Proactive guidance and intervention to support healthy jaw development and correct oral habits early.

• Early orthodontic intervention in growing children
• Myofunctional Orthodontic Appliances
• Habit counselling for thumb sucking, mouth breathing, and bruxism
• Guidance on teething, oral hygiene, and diet for healthy teeth

Professional Experience

Dr Preethi V C is currently associated with:

• Visiting Consultant Paediatric Dentist, Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Gachibowli, Hyderabad
• Consultant, Kids Smiley World, Manikonda, Hyderabad

She has previously served at:

• Consultant, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
• Consultant, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Kondapur, Hyderabad

Dr Preethi joined the paediatric dentistry team at Rainbow Children's Hospital in 2014 under the leadership of Dr Srinivas Namineni and has since built extensive experience in managing dental care for children across all age groups, including those with special healthcare needs.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Registration

Educational Qualifications

• BDS from Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, 2010
• MDS Paediatric Dentistry from AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, 2014, AK Munshi Gold Medallist (NITTE University)

Dr Preethi has undergone special training in Nitrous Oxide inhalation sedation and Myofunctional Orthodontic Appliances, enabling her to provide safe sedation-based dental care and early orthodontic intervention for growing children.

Research, Publications and Awards

Dr Preethi V C has published multiple scientific papers in reputed journals and has authored a book on "Naso-alveolar Molding in Cleft Lip and Palate Children".

She received the Best Paper Award for Research in Oral Sedation at the ISPPD National Conference 2017, Chennai and has won multiple best paper awards at national ISPPD and TSDC conferences. She is a regular guest speaker at dental conferences and IDA programmes.

Memberships

• Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry (ISPPD)

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on children's dental care, cavity treatment, dental trauma, baby tooth root canals, sedation dentistry, habit counselling, early orthodontics, or dental care for special needs children in Hyderabad, book an appointment with Dr Preethi V C through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.