Discover Bunny Teeth Advanced Dentistry
For over 20 years, Bunny Teeth Advanced Dentistry has been dedicated to delivering exceptional dental care with compassion, expertise, and innovation. We believe that oral health is intimately connected to overall wellbeing, which is why our approach extends beyond teeth to include airway health, restorative sleep, jaw function, and long-term preventive care.
As one of Chennai’s most progressive multi-specialty dental centers—uniquely run entirely by women—we combine cutting-edge technology (3D intraoral scanning, CBCT, laser surgery, and laughing gas sedation) with a gentle, patient-first philosophy for children, adults, and seniors.
"Every child deserves the opportunity to breathe well, sleep well, and thrive."
— Dr. Santosh Kumari Rathod
Dr. Santosh Kumari Rathod
MDS (Pediatric Dentistry) • Fellowship in TMJ & Sleep Apnea (USA) • Fellow AAID (USA) • Laser Specialist
Dr. Santosh Kumari Rathod is a distinguished dental surgeon, academic, author, and healthcare entrepreneur with over two decades of clinical mastery. As the Founder and Chief Director of Bunny Teeth – Advanced Dentistry, Dental | Sleep | TMJ, she leads Chennai’s premier multi-specialty practice known for its all-women specialist team and compassionate care.
Her journey began with a deep passion for pediatric dentistry and evolved into pioneering holistic treatment models bridging airway health, sleep medicine, TMJ disorders, and full-jaw implantology. Inspired by personal experience with her daughter’s sleep-disordered breathing, Dr. Santosh dedicated her post-doctoral career to mastering airway development, authoring "Breathe Right. Sleep Tight." to empower families across India.
Under her leadership, Bunny Teeth has grown from a solo practice in 2006 to a comprehensive center of excellence with 12+ specialized clinicians, state-of-the-art 3D CBCT imaging, laughing gas sedation units, and painless laser surgery.
Key Qualifications & Fellowships
Fellowship in Dental Implantology
American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Smile USA, New Jersey
Master’s in Preventive Pediatric Dentistry
Shri Balaji Dental College, Chennai (Best Outgoing Student, 2011)
Fellowship in Orofacial Pain, TMJ Disorders & Sleep Apnea
Roseman University of Health Sciences, USA
Fellowship in Pediatric Sleep & Myofunctional Dentistry
Myobrace Pre-Orthodontic System, Australia
Certificate in Full Mouth Rehabilitation (Implants)
TeethXpress Academy / BioHorizons, Mumbai
Certificate in Corticobasal Implantology
International Implant Foundation (IF), Switzerland
Certificate in Densah® Osseodensification
Versah LLC, USA
Diploma in Laser Dentistry
Asian Pacific Society of Laser Dentistry (2011)
Certificate in Soft Tissue Grafting & Bone Augmentation
Pearl Academy & Dio Implant
Certificate in Digital Guided Implant Surgery
Dio Implant Academy / 3D Surgical Guided Systems
Certified Nitrous Oxide Sedation Practitioner
Indian Dental Sedation Academy
MRC Myofunctional Orthodontics Certification
Myofunctional Research Co. (MRC Australia)
groups Professional Affiliations
Awards, Recognition & Social Impact
Celebrating Dr. Santosh Kumari Rathod's contributions to clinical excellence, healthcare innovation, and community service.
Best Orofacial Pain Specialist Award
Global Healthcare and Wellness Award & Conference 2025
Honored globally for clinical excellence and compassionate, evidence-based non-invasive treatment of chronic TMJ dysfunction, migraines, and orofacial pain.
President, Rotary Club of Chennai Central Elite
Rotary International (2024–2025)
First woman president of Rotary Club of Chennai Central Elite, leading high-impact initiatives in women's healthcare empowerment, Madras Food Bank, and community wellness.
Best Outgoing Student Award (2011)
Shri Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Chennai
Awarded top academic and clinical honors in Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry.
Gold Foil Study Club Clinical Recognition
Indian Academy & American Academy of Gold Foil Operators
Recognized for clinical precision and restorative mastery in operative conservative dentistry.
Author of 'Breathe Right. Sleep Tight.'
Airway Health & Pediatric Sleep Advocate
Authored an empowering, evidence-based book connecting pediatric airway development, craniofacial growth, and lifelong restorative sleep.
Former Associate Professor & Hospital Senior Resident
Venkateswara Dental College & Stanley Medical College
Over a decade of academic teaching, chairing national MIDAS conventions, and hospital-based pediatric dentistry leadership.
Fellowships & Clinical Accreditations
Conferred by leading global universities and dental surgical associations
Fellowship in Orofacial Pain & TMJ Disorders
Conferred by Roseman University USA with faculty and global experts
Rotary President Elect Leadership Seminar
PETS Leadership Seminar 2024, Malaysia — President, Rotary Club of Chennai Central Elite
Full Mouth Rehabilitation & TeethXpress
BioHorizons / Katara Dental Implantology Certification
Versah Densah® Osseodensification Mastery
Advanced Bone Preservation & Maxillary Sinus Autograft Training
Best Outgoing Student Award
Shri Balaji Dental College Post-Graduate Convocation
Gold Foil Study Club Excellence
Awarded by Academy of Gold Foil Operators
Our Core Values
We stand behind these principles to ensure you receive the finest care imaginable.
Compassion
We understand dental anxiety. Our team approaches every procedure with empathy, making your experience as gentle and painless as possible.
Innovation
We continuously invest in 3D intraoral scanning, digital CBCT imaging, and soft tissue dental lasers to provide accurate, predictable treatments.
Excellence
From high-grade restorative materials to Class-B hospital autoclave sterilization standards, we deliver nothing short of the finest care for your smile.