Tongue Tie Tongue Tie in Older Children: Signs Parents Often Miss By Dr. Rachayta Parikh Gala | Pediatric Dentist & Orofacial Myotherapist | Milky Whites, Juhu Mumbai When most people hear “tongue tie,” they think of newborns and breastfeeding. And while it’s true that tongue tie is commonly identified in the early weeks of life...
What is Orofacial Myotherapy? A Mumbai Pediatric Dentist Explains | Milky Whites Orofacial Myotherapy What is Orofacial Myotherapy? A Mumbai Pediatric Dentist Explains By Dr. Rachayta Parikh Gala | Certified Orofacial Myotherapist | Milky Whites, Juhu Mumbai If you have recently heard the term “orofacial myotherapy” at your child’s dental appointment, you are not alone...
Is My Child a Mouth Breather? 7 Signs Mumbai Parents Should Know | Milky Whites Child Health & Development Is My Child a Mouth Breather? 7 Signs Mumbai Parents Should Know By Dr. Rachayta Parikh Gala | Pediatric Dentist & Orofacial Myotherapist | Milky Whites, Juhu Mumbai Most parents assume their child breathes normally. After...
MDS (Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry)
Dr. Rachayta Parikh Gala, B.D.S., M.D.S. (Mum) received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree in 2012 from Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai, where she stood first in the institute in her final year. She was a gold medallist in the Maharashtra University during her Masters of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, which she completed from YMT Dental College, Navi Mumbai in 2016. She has received multiple awards at National Conferences, and is affiliated with various charitable trusts in the city. She is a member of the Indian Society of Pediatric and Preventive Dentists (ISPPD), and the Indian Dental Association (IDA).
MDS (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Dr. Purnima Parikh, B.D.S., M.D.S. (Mum) has been practicing oral surgery in Mumbai since 1988. She received a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree in 1985 and a Masters in Dental Surgery (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery) from the Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai. Over the years, Dr. Parikh has practices oral surgery in various hospitals such as, B.J. Wadia Hospital for Children, Parel, CMPH Hospital, Parle, Hindusabha Hospital, Ghatkopar and various nursing homes. .
Dr. Parikh is a member of the Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India (AOMSI), and the President of the Andheri Dental Association.
If your child plays sports or struggles with teeth grinding, our pediatric dental office would be happy to create a custom-made mouth guard for him or her. An athletic mouth guard will protect your little one’s smile while he or she is active. Meanwhile, a special appliance known as a night guard can prevent excessive wear and tear for young patients who struggle with teeth grinding. If you have questions about either service, don’t hesitate to let us know.
