Dentist
Dr. Arjun Balakrishnan
BDS, MDS Prosthodontics (IND), (DEN0002092742)
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His passion for continued learning led him to complete a Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics in India. Prosthodontics focuses on the replacement of missing teeth and supporting structures using treatments such as dental veneers, crowns, bridges and dental implants, as well as the management of worn teeth.
He has undertaken further training in implant dentistry during his Master’s program and has completed additional education including an Edentulous Implant Prosthetics Mini Residency with the Anacapa Dental Implant Study Club (USA) and an Advanced Regenerative Implant Surgery Programme through the University of Detroit Mercy (USA).
Dr Arjun has a particular interest in jaw joint disorders, tooth wear, sleep-related breathing conditions and facial pain. He has completed training at the Dawson Academy in Florida and a Mini Residency in Sleep Disordered Breathing and Craniofacial Pain.
He supports a minimally invasive approach to treatment and incorporates modern technology to assist with diagnosis and treatment planning. He has also completed further training in biomimetic restorative dentistry and continues his professional development in implant dentistry through ongoing education.
Get to know Arjun!
The exact moment that I decided I wanted to become a dentist was…
My experience at my orthodontist left a lasting impression, as I saw how treatment could improve both dental health and overall wellbeing. It felt like a profession where I could make a positive difference.
What I love most about my job…
Being able to help improve a patient’s oral health and comfort is very rewarding, particularly when patients notice meaningful improvements.
My favourite type of treatment…
Restoring or replacing missing or damaged teeth, helping to improve both function and appearance. Treatment approaches vary depending on individual needs.
If I wasn’t a dentist, I would be…
In the music industry, a food critic or a beer sommelier.
My favourite thing to do on the Gold Coast in my spare time…
I enjoy travelling, exploring food, listening to music and keeping up with technology. Spending time with my young son also keeps me busy.
