How do I find the best dentist in Andheri Lokhandwala?
By Make Me Smile Dental Health Centre, Shastri Nagar Lane 2, Andheri West · Updated 1 October 2026
The short answer
Look for a qualified dentist (BDS, ideally with further training in what you need), strict sterilisation you can see, a long record of genuine reviews, timings that suit you, and someone who explains your options before starting. In Lokhandwala, also check how easy the clinic is to reach and whether it opens on weekends.
“Best” means different things to different people. For some, it’s the gentlest hands. For others, it’s Sunday timings, or a dentist who explains everything before picking up an instrument. Here’s a checklist that works whichever clinic you choose.
1. Check qualifications and training
Every dentist in India must hold a BDS degree and be registered with the State Dental Council. Beyond that, look for further training in the treatment you need. Implants, root canals and smile design all reward extra training and experience. Ask how often the dentist does your procedure.
2. See the hygiene for yourself
A good clinic is happy to show you how it sterilises instruments. Look for instruments sealed in pouches after autoclaving, single-use items being opened in front of you, and surfaces wiped down between patients.
3. Read reviews properly
Don’t stop at the star rating. Read a dozen recent reviews and look for patterns:
- Do patients mention painless or comfortable treatment?
- Do they say things were explained clearly?
- Do people come back for follow-ups and bring their families?
- Has the clinic been reviewed consistently for several years?
4. Make sure the timings work for you
Many people in Andheri West and Lokhandwala work long weekday hours. If that’s you, a clinic that’s open in the evenings and on Sundays makes it much easier to start and finish treatment. Half-finished root canals cause more problems than they solve.
5. Notice how your first visit feels
At a good first visit, the dentist examines you properly, shows you what they see (on an X-ray, a camera or a model), explains your options including doing nothing, and tells you what each will involve before anything starts. You should never feel rushed into treatment.
How Make Me Smile measures up
We’d rather you judge us on facts than adjectives:
- Dr. Vaishali Machhi graduated from the Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, in 2006, and holds a postgraduate certification in implantology from Nair Dental College.
- 5.0 stars from 730 Google reviews, with “painless treatment”, “root canal” and “hygiene” among the most mentioned topics.
- Open 9 am – 9 pm, every day including Sunday, in Shastri Nagar, behind PVR Citi Mall.
- Runner-up, Best New Practice of the Year, Indian Dental Diva Awards 2023.
If that sounds like what you’re looking for, request a visit and we’ll call you back within a couple of hours.
More questions
Should I just pick the dentist with the most reviews?
Volume helps, but read what the reviews actually say. Look for repeated mentions of things that matter to you, like painless treatment, clear explanations, hygiene and follow-up, and check that reviews keep coming in over several years.
Is a specialist better than a general dentist?
For most check-ups, fillings, cleanings and many root canals, an experienced general dentist is the right first stop. A good dentist will tell you when a case needs a specialist and refer you.
Which dentist in Lokhandwala is open on Sunday?
Make Me Smile in Shastri Nagar is open every day from 9 am to 9 pm, including Sundays. It’s worth calling any clinic to confirm before you go.