Dr. Karthik Jayakumar: Your Specialist for a Straighter, Healthier Smile

Dr. Karthik is a highly qualified orthodontist; a specialist focused on straightening teeth and correcting jaw problems. He holds a bachelor’s dental degree (B.D.S.) from Ragas Dental College, Chennai (1999) and an advanced specialty degree (M.D.S.) in orthodontics from the prestigious Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Tamil Nadu (2002). He’s been a key part of the Dr. Sirajudeen Medical Centre team since 2006 and is widely recognized for his exceptional patient ratings.

With over 22 years of experience in orthodontics and more than 25 years in general dentistry, Dr. Karthik brings a wealth of knowledge to his practice. He welcomes patients from 7 years old and up for orthodontic and general dental check-ups and treatment.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Karthik has a wide range of expertise to help patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles:

• Advanced Braces: He’s experienced with various types of braces, including traditional metal and ceramic braces, as well as “self-locking” (Damon) braces that can be more comfortable.
• Hidden Braces (Lingual Orthodontics): He holds a special certification from Germany for lingual orthodontics, which means he can place braces on the inside of your teeth, making them virtually invisible.
• Invisalign Expert: Dr. Karthik is a Platinum level provider for Invisalign, the popular system of clear, removable aligners that straighten teeth discreetly. He uses advanced 5D scanners to create precise treatment plans for his Invisalign patients.
• Complex Cases: He’s skilled in using micro-implants (TADs) with braces, which helps treat more complicated orthodontic issues.
• Functional jaw orthopedics: He can address jaw growth problems in children using special appliances.
• Micro implant-assisted (TAD) braces: This advanced technique employs small, temporary anchors (TADs) gently placed in the jawbone to provide stable points for controlled tooth movement, often shortening treatment time and achieving outcomes not possible with traditional braces.
• Smile Design: For those looking to improve the look of their smile, Dr. Karthik specializes in “smile design,” crafting a plan to achieve your desired aesthetic results.
• General Dentistry: Besides orthodontics, he’s also certified in rotary endodontics (root canal treatments) and handles general dental needs.