★55+ years · Est. 1969★Aligner Specialist of the Year — Famdent
Dr. Gowds Dental HospitalDr. Gowds Dental Hospital
Awards & Achievements

Milestones, Awards & Accreditations

A legacy of advanced dental care since 1969

For decades, Dr. Gowds Dental Hospitals has been associated with advanced dentistry, clinical innovation, and patient-focused care in Hyderabad. From introducing newer dental technologies to being recognised by leading dental, healthcare, and professional bodies, our journey reflects one consistent commitment: to bring world-class dental care closer to patients and families. Our milestones, awards, and accreditations are not just achievements. They represent the trust of generations of patients, the dedication of our doctors, and our continued investment in better diagnosis, safer treatment planning, and more precise dental outcomes.

Our journey of innovation

  1. 1969

    The beginning of an advanced dental care legacy

    Dr. Gowds began its journey with a vision to offer advanced dental care in India at a time when specialised dentistry was still evolving.

  2. 1984

    Pioneering cosmetic dentistry conversations

    Dr. Gowds helped introduce and popularise the concept of cosmetic dentistry, making smile aesthetics an important part of modern dental care.

  3. 1994

    Introducing dental laser technology in South India

    Dental laser technology was introduced as part of our effort to bring more precise and minimally invasive treatment options to patients.

  4. 1998

    Early adoption of immediate dental implants

    Dr. Gowds was among the early centres in the region to place immediate dental implants.

  5. 2012

    CAD/CAM-based dental crowns

    Enabled more precise, digitally planned restorations with improved fit and aesthetics.

  6. 2015

    Invisalign treatment expertise

    Dr. Gowds became one of the early providers of Invisalign in the region.

  7. 2018

    3D intraoral scanning

    Introduced to improve comfort, accuracy, and digital treatment planning.

  8. 2023

    5D scanning technology

    Further strengthened our digital dentistry capabilities.

  9. 2024

    Expansion to Nanakramguda

    Making advanced dental care more accessible across Hyderabad.

Awards and recognitions

Prof. Dr. Snigdha Gowd

  • Famdent Digital Dentistry Award, Excellent Aligner Dentist of the Year, 2026
  • Indian Orthodontic Society recognition, 2025 and 2026 (59th Indian Orthodontic Conference, 29th IOS National PG Convention)
  • Invisalign Platinum Provider, 2023, 2024 and 2025
  • World Federation of Orthodontists Fellowship, 2025–2028
  • AAO Certification and International Membership, 2019
  • Hi9 Best Orthodontist Award, 2018
  • Business Mint Most Promising Orthodontist of the Year, 2023
  • HealthBuzz Doctors Excellence Generation Award, 2024
  • FICD Best Orthodontist Recognition, 2024
  • Align Asia Pacific Expert Exchange Appreciation, 2025

Prof. Dr. T. Shankar

  • Zygoma Implant Treatment Concept Certification, 2024 (Rajan Dental Institute, Chennai; Dentech, Nobel Biocare)
  • Felicitated by AP Police, 2025 (Police Innovation Hackathon 2025)
  • Raj News VISSA Health X Awards, 2025 (Architects of Healthy Smiles)
  • Suman TV Doctor Awards, 2025
  • HMTV Healthcare Top 10 Dentist Awards, 2023
  • ADIN Appreciation, 2012
  • Colgate and IDA Certificate of Appreciation, 2015

Institutional recognitions

Times Health Survey, Best Hospitals Recognition, 2025

Times of India Best Clinic Award, 2018

Accreditations, memberships and professional associations

  • Indian Orthodontic Society
  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • World Federation of Orthodontists
  • Asian Pacific Orthodontic Society
  • Invisalign / Align Technology
  • Indian Dental Association
  • International dental and implant training platforms

What these recognitions mean for patients

  • Experienced specialists across orthodontics, implants, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative care
  • Digitally planned diagnosis and treatment workflows
  • Continuous adoption of advanced dental technology
  • Focus on precision, safety, comfort, and long-term outcomes
  • A multi-speciality approach for complex dental cases
  • A legacy trusted by generations of families

Trusted by generations. Recognised by the profession.

Since 1969, Dr. Gowds Dental Hospitals has continued to evolve with dentistry while staying rooted in patient trust.

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