Dr. Kunal Banavali is an experienced periodontist and oral implantologist with more than a decade of clinical expertise in advanced periodontal surgeries, implant therapy, and laser dentistry. He serves as a consultant at leading hospitals including Bombay Hospital and Apollo Hospitals, and is also the appointed Dental Surgeon & Implantologist to the Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra. Dr. Banavali is known for his proficiency in complex implant rehabilitation, modern periodontal treatments, and minimally invasive laser-assisted procedures. He has an extensive research background with numerous publications in national and international journals.
Educational Qualifications:
- MDS (Periodontics & Oral Implantology), MUHS (2011–2014)
- BDS, MUHS (2005–2010)
Professional Experience:
- Consultant Periodontist & Oral Implantologist – Bombay Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Mumbai (2016–Present)
- Consultant Dental Surgeon & Oral Implantologist to Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra (2019–Present)
- Consultant Periodontist & Oral Implantologist – Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai (2016–2023)
- Full-time Periodontist & Oral Implantologist – Dentzz Dental Care Centres (2015–2016)
Professional Memberships:
- European Federation of Periodontology
- Indian Society of Periodontology
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- European Academy of Osseointegration
- World Clinical Laser Institute
Awards & Achievements:
- Young Healthcare Achiever (2022), conferred by the Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra at Raj Bhavan
Research Papers & Publications:
- Advances in calculus-detection technologies. Paripex—Indian Journal of Research (2013)
- Ozone therapy in periodontics. International Journal of Innovative Research & Development (2013)
- Light-energy conversion toothbrush (Soladey™): review. IOSR-JDMS (2013)
- Dentinal hypersensitivity—an overview. International Journal of Scientific Research (2013)
- Biomarkers re-engineered. Journal of Bio Innovation (2014)
- Comparative evaluation of tooth-mobility reduction post Phase-I therapy. International Journal of Current Research & Review (2014)
- Defective neutrophil chemotaxis in aggressive periodontitis. Elixir International Journal (2014)
- Managing gingival hyperpigmentation—techniques and outcomes. Dentomed Journal (2014)
- Simultaneous implant placement during sinus lift: clinical considerations. Famdent Practical Dentistry (2015)
- Development of the periodontium: an updated review. International Journal of Medical Science & Clinical Inventions (2015)
- Papillon-Lefèvre syndrome comprehensive review. Journal of Periodontal Medicine & Clinical Practice (2016)