Welcome to
GIA Clinics
Welcome to GIA Clinics, where the art of enhancing your beauty and well-being meets the tranquility of nature in a serene and peaceful environment. Nestled amidst lush greenery, our clinic is a harmonious oasis where dental, facial, and hair treatments converge under one roof, offering you a holistic approach to health and beauty. Step into our world of comprehensive care, where our expert team of doctors and hair specialists work together seamlessly to help you achieve your desired aesthetic and wellness goals. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide you with a comforting and inviting atmosphere, where you can unwind in the beauty of our garden space while receiving world-class treatments.
At GIA Clinics
Chief Oral and Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgeon
Qualification: MDS (OMFS), FCMFT (Ganga Hospitals), MCHT (Hair Transplantation-IGBAMS)
Professional Skills: Specialises in Advanced Implantology, Cranio-Facial Surgery and Hair Transplantation.
Education: Masters in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery.
Awards:An Award of accomplishment from Karnataka (AOMSI) for achieving the highest theory marks in RGUHS for the year 2018.
Dr Sai Santosh is our Chief Oral and Cranio- Maxillofacial Surgeon at GIA clinics and a consultant surgeon to the hospitals in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and Tirupati. He is the member of National and International organisation like AOMSI and AOCMF.
He finished his Masters in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery at M R Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bengaluru and has been awarded the coveted Dr Anuradha Navaneetham Award for the best outgoing post graduate student. He also received an award of accomplishment from Karnataka (AOMSI) for achieving the highest theory marks in RGUHS for the year 2018.
Dr Sai Santosh went on to join Cranio-maxillofacial surgery fellowship at the prestigious Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore where his surgical skills were further refined by Dr Kannan Balaraman (CMF surgeon) and legendary plastic surgeon Dr S Rajasabapathy, Dr Ravindra Bharati and Dr Hari Venkataramani.
His zist with Implantology began in Bangalore under the mentorship of Dr Anuradha Navaneetham (Diplomat, ICOI) for 3 years to the length and breadth of Implantology. He sucessfully finished his certification from Nobel Biocare implants in the year 2016. During his fellowship at Ganga Hospital, he mastered the art of Implantology in microvascular free flaps
He strongly believes that learning never ends, and in this era of COVID-19, he practices strategic Implantology with use of patient specific implants to treat the plethora of black fungus cases of functional rehabilitation. He also mastered Cortical Implantology to rehabilitate teeth in geriatric patients with insufficient bone, black fungus and oral cancer cases.
To add a feather to his surgical cap, he undertook the Masters course in Hair Transplantation certified by ILAMED in collaboration with Indo-German Board for Aesthetic Surgery to provide sterile and quality treatments.
He shared his expertise and research in several national and international publications. He currently specialises in Advanced Implantology, Cranio-Facial Surgery and Hair Transplantation.
Chief Pediatric and General Dentist
Qualification: MDS (Pediatric Dentistry, RGUHS)
Professional Skills:Specialises in Child dental care, child behaviour modification therapies, adult dental treatments like root canal, caps and bridges along with geriatric dental care.
She is also specialised in Facial prosthetic rehabilitation for syndromic children with face deformities.
Education: Masters in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry at M R Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bengaluru.
Dr Lalitya Dandamudi is a trained Pediatric and General Dentist at GIA Clinics. She has finished her Masters in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry at M R Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital, Bengaluru. Her academic and research expertise as well includes national and international publications to her name. She also pursued special training in rotary endodontics and conscious sedation in order to give comfortable treatment options.
Under the able guidance of Dr lla Srinivasan and Jyothsna V Shetty, she was able to undertake many challenging cases in pediatric dentistry. She also specialised in Facial prosthetic rehabilitation for syndromic children with face deformities.
Early in her career, she took challenges in doing successful pediatric and dental practice at Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam consecutively. Dr Lalitya is an expert in providing dental care for infants, children, and adolescents
She currently specialises in child dental care, child behaviour modification therapies, adult dental treatments like root canal, caps and bridges along with geriatric dental care.
Her empathetic attitude and proper treatment planning towards children, also carries to the adult and geriatric people. She aims to treat people of all ages with what is known best to her, Empathy and Expertise...!
Consultant Orthodontist
Qualification: MDS
Professional Skills: Specialises in Aligners & Braces Treatment
Education: Masters in Orthodontics
Awards:Certified Provider of Invisalign, the world’s leading clear aligner system
Dr. Naveen G is a highly experienced and compassionate Consultant Orthodontist at GIA Clinics, with over 15 years of dedicated clinical expertise in creating confident smiles. He completed his Master’s in Orthodontics from the esteemed Dr. Sudha & Nageswara Rao Siddhartha Institute of Dental Sciences and has since been a trusted name in orthodontic care across Andhra Pradesh.
With a strong focus on both traditional braces and modern aligner therapy, Dr. Naveen has successfully treated patients across 30+ dental clinics in the region.
He is a certified provider of Invisalign, the world’s leading clear aligner system, bringing advanced and aesthetic orthodontic solutions to patients of all ages.
Known for his calm demeanor, gentle approach, and exceptional patience, Dr. Naveen is deeply empathetic towards his patients' concerns. His commitment to precision, comfort, and ethical care makes him one of the most sought-after orthodontists in the state.
General Dentist
Qualification:
BDS, FDS (Fellowship in Dental Surgery)
Professional Skills:
Experienced in performing a wide range of surgical, restorative, and esthetic dental procedures. Trained in cortico-basal implantology with a strong focus on painless treatment, gentle care, clear patient communication, and predictable outcomes to ensure patient comfort and confidence.
Education:
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, affiliated with Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences
Fellowship in General Dentistry with intensive hands-on training in Cortico-Basal Implantology at GLS Dental Laser & Implant Centre under the guidance of Dr. Sheshu Kumar (Periodontist & Implantologist) and Dr. Sumanth Krishna (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon)
Dr. Pravalika is a dedicated and compassionate Resident Dental Surgeon at GIA Clinics, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centric dental care. She has over five years of clinical experience, including her tenure at Lakshmi Multispecialty Dental Hospital, where she managed a wide spectrum of dental cases.
Her clinical approach emphasizes painless treatment, gentle handling, and clear communication, ensuring comfort and trust for every patient.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, she served as a Medical Officer at PHC/CHC/AH/District Hospital, Vizianagaram, dedicating six months to frontline healthcare services, reflecting her strong ethical values and social responsibility.
She has actively participated in free dental camps at Maanaveeya Foundation Old Age Home and Janani Nursing Home, Kakinada, contributing to community oral health awareness.
She regularly updates her professional knowledge by attending conferences focused on biofilms and periodontal diseases, sterilization and asepsis, and management of medical emergencies.
Beyond dentistry, Dr. Pravalika is passionate about environmental conservation and gardening and believes in maintaining a healthy work-life balance that supports both professional excellence and personal well-being.
Specialist Orthodontist & Dentofacial Orthopedist
Qualification:
BDS, MDS (Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics)
Professional Skills:
Specialized in evidence-based orthodontic care with expertise in fixed orthodontic appliances (MBT and self-ligating systems), clear aligner therapy, digital orthodontics, and skeletal anchorage systems (TADs). Experienced in managing complex malocclusions, growth-modification therapies, orthodontic camouflage, and non-surgical treatment planning with a strong foundation in orthodontic biomechanics.
Education:
Dr. Samata Avula is a qualified and academically accomplished Orthodontist and Dentofacial Orthopedist, dedicated to delivering precise orthodontic care with a strong focus on facial harmony, functional efficiency, and long-term treatment stability.
She has advanced clinical training in modern orthodontic techniques including aligner therapy, digital orthodontics, and skeletal anchorage, enabling comprehensive and individualized treatment planning.
Her academic and research orientation is reflected in her postgraduate dissertation on nanocoating technologies in orthodontics, where she evaluated surface roughness, frictional resistance, and antibacterial properties of orthodontic materials.
She has contributed to peer-reviewed scientific literature, with publications in indexed orthodontic journals, demonstrating her commitment to clinical innovation and evidence-based practice.
Dr. Samata actively participates in national conferences, continuing dental education programs, and hands-on workshops related to digital orthodontics, aligner systems, functional appliances, CBCT-based diagnosis, and skeletal anchorage to stay updated with evolving technologies and protocols.
Known for her calm demeanor, clear communication, and patient-centered approach, Dr. Samata emphasizes comprehensive diagnosis, individualized treatment planning, and patient education. Her clinical philosophy prioritizes ethical practice, comfort-focused care, and achieving stable, esthetic, and functional orthodontic outcomes.
