Best Dental Clinic in Vile Parle: What to Expect, Treatments, Costs and How to Decide

"Which is the best dental clinic in Vile Parle?"

We hear this question a lot, usually from someone who has just moved to the area, or someone who needs bigger work done and doesn't want to take a chance.

The honest answer is that "best" depends on what you need. The best clinic for a quick filling isn't always the best one for a full smile makeover or a set of implants. What you really want is a clinic that is good at the thing you need, is clean and honest, and is easy to get to for every visit that treatment takes.

So instead of just telling you we're the best, this guide gives you everything you need to decide for yourself. What we treat, what it costs, who will treat you, what other people say about us, and what your first visit will look like.

If you want a general checklist for judging any clinic, read our earlier guide on how to choose a dentist in Vile Parle East. This one is about us, and whether we're the right fit for you.

Quick facts about Designer Smiles

• In Vile Parle East since 1995. That's more than 30 years in the same neighbourhood.
• Led by Dr. Kavita Bhat Kumar, featured in Forbes India's 2026 series on India's 10 leading dentists.
• Multispeciality team under one roof: orthodontist, periodontist, endodontist, pedodontist, prosthodontist and implant team.
• Certified Invisalign® Provider.
• ISO 9001:2015 certified for hygiene, sterilisation and clinical consistency.
• Rated 4.9 on Google from more than 800 patient reviews.
• Open 7 days a week, 10 AM to 8 PM, including Sundays.
• Address: Shop No. 5, Samikaran, Sant Janabai Road, Off Hanuman Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai 400057.

What makes a dental clinic "the best"?

Before we talk about ourselves, here's what we think actually matters.

1. Doing the right treatment, not the most expensive one. A good clinic tells you when a simple filling will do, or when you don't need treatment at all.
2. The right specialist for the job. Implants, braces and root canals all need different skills.
3. Hygiene you can see. Sealed instruments, fresh gloves, a separate sterilisation area.
4. Clear costs in writing. No surprises halfway through.
5. Feeling looked after. Especially if you're nervous.
6. Being easy to reach. Treatment with several visits only works if you can actually make those visits.

Everything below is about how we handle each of these.

Treatments we offer, with starting costs

Here's everything we do at our Vile Parle East clinic. Prices are starting figures. Your exact cost is given in writing after you're examined.

Cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers

Smile makeovers are what Dr. Kavita is best known for. She trained in aesthetic dentistry in Germany, and most of her work is planning smiles that look natural rather than "done."

Dental implants and missing teeth

Teeth straightening

Everyday and general dentistry

Want to understand costs in more detail? We have full guides on dental implant costs, Invisalign costs, veneer costs and smile makeover costs.

Who will treat you

Designer Smiles is a multispeciality clinic. That means your treatment is handled by the dentist with the right training for it.

• Dr. Kavita Bhat Kumar leads the clinic and focuses on cosmetic dentistry and smile makeovers. She trained in aesthetic dentistry in Germany, in soft and hard tissue laser dentistry at the University of Bonn, and holds a diploma in healthcare management from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences.
• An orthodontist plans and supervises Invisalign and braces.
• An implant team handles implants, All-on-4 and All-on-6.
• A prosthodontist designs crowns, bridges and full mouth work.
• An endodontist handles root canal treatment.
• A periodontist treats gum problems.
• A pedodontist looks after children.

When your plan needs more than one of these, for example aligners first, then veneers, the team plans it together. You don't have to run between clinics.

Recognition and reviews

Awards don't fix teeth. But they do show that other dentists and independent bodies have looked at the work.

• Featured among India's 10 leading dentists, Forbes India, 2026
• Best Practising Dentist of the Year, 2020 (Indian Healthcare Professionals Awards)
• Excellence in Clinical Dentistry, 2020 (Indian Healthcare Professionals Awards)
• Iconic Dental Health Expert, 2021 (Times Applaud)
• Famdent Excellence in Dentistry Award, Clinic of the Year, Highly Commended, 2021

Dr. Kavita is also a member of the Indian Academy of Aesthetic & Cosmetic Dentistry, a Life Member of the Indian Society of Oral Implantologists (ISOI), and has held office in the Indian Dental Association.

What matters more is what patients say. You can read our Google reviews and watch patient video testimonials. We'd suggest reading the detailed ones that mention a specific treatment. They tell you far more than a star rating.

How we keep things clean

Hygiene is the one area where we don't bend.

• ISO 9001:2015 certified protocols covering hygiene, sterilisation and clinical consistency
• A separate sterilisation area, away from the treatment rooms
• Instruments cleaned in an ultrasonic bath, then sterilised in an autoclave, and opened from sealed pouches in front of you
• Distilled water in the dental chair lines
• Fresh gloves and disposables for every patient
• Private treatment rooms, not one open hall with several chairs

You're always welcome to ask us how we sterilise. We're happy to show you.

The Signature Comfort Menu

Honestly, this is the thing we're proudest of.

A lot of people avoid the dentist because of fear. So every visit at Designer Smiles comes with a free comfort menu:

• Noise-cancelling earphones and your own music or podcast
• An eye mask if bright lights bother you
• A fleece blanket and soft pillow in the chair
• A warm towel and neck and shoulder massage after treatment
• A cup of Kashmiri Kahwa, masala chai or coffee
• Ice cream after surgical procedures

It sounds small. But it changes how a dental visit feels. See the full comfort menu, or read our guide on handling dental anxiety.

Who comes to us

Over 30 years, our patients have come for all kinds of reasons. Some of the most common:

• Families from Vile Parle East and West who want one clinic for parents, grandparents and children
• Working professionals from Andheri East, BKC and the airport area who need evening or Sunday slots
• People planning a wedding or a big event who want a smile makeover on a deadline
• Older patients tired of loose dentures, looking at implants or All-on-4
• Patients from other cities and abroad who fly in for treatment. We're about 1 to 2 km from Terminal 1. Read about dental tourism at Designer Smiles.

Where we might not be the right fit

We'd rather be honest about this.

If you're only looking for the lowest possible price, there will be clinics that quote less. We use established implant systems like Nobel Biocare® and Straumann®, genuine Invisalign®, and skilled dental labs. That costs more than generic options, and we don't cut corners on materials or sterilisation to bring the price down.

What we promise instead is a clear plan, a written cost, honest advice and work that's built to last.

What your first visit looks like

1. A short form about your health and what's bothering you.
2. A conversation. We ask what you want to change, what worries you, and what you've tried before.
3. Examination. Teeth, gums, bite and jaw, with digital X-rays or intraoral photos if needed. Digital imaging uses less radiation than older X-rays, and you'll see the images on screen yourself.
4. Your options. Every option explained simply, including the cheaper ones.
5. A written cost for the plan you choose, with no hidden charges.
6. No pressure. You can take the plan home, think it over, and come back when you're ready.

How to reach us

Designer Smiles
Shop No. 5, Samikaran, Sant Janabai Road, Off Hanuman Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai 400057

• From Vile Parle station: a short walk from the east side, off Hanuman Road.
• From Vile Parle West, Juhu and JVPD: cross to the east side near the station, then a few minutes to Hanuman Road.
• From Andheri East, Santacruz East and the Western Express Highway: usually a 10 to 20 minute drive, depending on traffic.
• From the airport: Terminal 1 is about 1 to 2 km away, and Terminal 2 about 5 to 6 km.

Timings: Monday to Sunday, 10 AM to 8 PM.

Come and meet us

The easiest way to decide whether we're the right clinic for you is to visit. Have a check-up, ask all your questions, and see how it feels. There's no pressure to start anything that day.

Designer Smiles
Shop No. 5, Samikaran, Sant Janabai Road, Off Hanuman Road, Vile Parle East, Mumbai 400057
Phone and WhatsApp: +91 98206 43274
Open 7 days, 10 AM to 8 PM

Book a consultation or message us on WhatsApp

Related reading: Dentist in Vile Parle East: How to Choose the Right Dental Clinic · Smile Makeover in Mumbai: Treatments, Cost, Timeline and How to Plan Yours

This article is for general information. Please get a personal examination before starting any treatment.

Dr. Kavita Bhat Kumar

Founder, Designer Smiles · 30+ years of clinical experience

30+ years of experience · Aesthetic Dentistry, Germany · Invisalign® Provider · Life Member, ISOI · Featured in Forbes India 2026

Trained in aesthetic dentistry in Germany, Dr. Kavita has been caring for patients in Vile Parle East since 1995.

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