Prof. Dr. T. Shankar
Director · Chief Cosmetic Dental Implantologist
- 30+ Years Experience
- M.D.S. Prosthodontics (Government Dental College, Hyderabad)
- FICD, FICOI, DICOI
- Founder Member & Director, School of Dental Implants
About
Clinical practice and healthcare leadership
Prof. Dr. T. Shankar, beyond his clinical work, is a healthcare entrepreneur and business leader. He currently serves as Executive Director of Arvinda Hospitals, where he plays a role in strategic growth, healthcare innovation, and patient-focused service delivery.
Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership
With a vision to integrate clinical expertise with sustainable healthcare models, he has been involved in hospital administration, digital healthcare adoption, and multi-specialty collaborations.
- Strategic Growth & Innovator: involved in Arvinda Hospitals' expansion, integrating technology and sustainable healthcare models
- Digital Healthcare: supports digital adoption to enhance patient care and operational efficiency
- Multi-Specialty Collaborator: fosters partnerships across healthcare services
- Investor: contributes to the healthcare ecosystem through investments and initiatives
Academic Credentials
- M.D.S. in Prosthodontics – Government Dental College, Hyderabad
- Fellowship of the International College of Dentists (FICD, USA)
- Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (FICOI)
- Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (DICOI)
Professional Experience
- Chief Cosmetic Dental Implantologist – Dr. Gowd's Dental Hospitals, Hyderabad
- Founder Member & Director – School of Dental Implants
- Over three decades of clinical experience in full-mouth rehabilitation, sinus lift procedures, implant-supported prostheses, and advanced aesthetic restorations
- Dedicated mentor, educator, and advocate for evidence-based dental practice
Specializations
- Dental Implants & Implantology — advanced surgical and prosthetic solutions, including complex sinus lift and bone augmentation procedures
- Oral & Maxillofacial Prosthodontics — restoring oral function, esthetics, and confidence in complex cases
- Cosmetic Dentistry — smile design, veneers, crowns, and advanced restorative techniques
Awards & Recognitions
- Doctor's Award by Suma TV Hyderabad (2025), for excellence in dental implants and patient care and healthcare leadership
- Recognized by peers and institutions for advancing the practice of implantology in India
Thought Leadership & Impact
Widely regarded as a thought leader in dentistry and healthcare innovation, he frequently speaks at national and international conferences on: advancements in dental implantology, digital workflows in dentistry, entrepreneurship in healthcare, and the future of healthcare investments.
Contributions to Dentistry
- Introduced and popularized advanced implant protocols and sinus lift techniques in India
- Pioneered patient-centric care models focusing on comfort, esthetics, and long-term oral health
- Actively involved in training young dentists and fostering global collaboration in prosthodontics and implantology
- Advocate for integrating technology and innovation in modern dental practice