A dental clinic in Lucknow for implants, aligners and full-mouth care
Redefine Dental and Facial Aesthetic is the practice of Dr. Dhanya Saxena, oro-dental surgeon and aesthetic physician. Examination and imaging first, a written plan second, treatment third.
Dr. Dhanya Saxena, your dentist
- BDS
- MHA
- FMC (Germany)
- FAOI
- Dental Council Reg. 20935
Fellow of the Academy of Oral Implantology, with a Fellowship in Medical Cosmetology awarded in Germany.
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Treatments
What the clinic treats
Dental Implants
A titanium root placed in the jaw, restored with a crown. The closest replacement to a natural tooth for a missing one.
Read moreClear Aligners
A sequence of removable transparent trays that move teeth in small increments. Nearly invisible in normal conversation.
Read moreBraces & Orthodontics
Fixed brackets and wires that correct crowding, spacing and bite problems, including cases aligners cannot reach.
Read moreRoot Canal Treatment
Removes infected pulp from inside the tooth, disinfects the canals and seals them, so the natural tooth can be kept instead of extracted.
Read moreCrowns & Bridges
Caps that rebuild a broken or root-treated tooth, and fixed bridges that replace a missing tooth using the teeth on either side.
Read moreSmile Design & Veneers
A planned change to the shape, shade and proportion of the front teeth, using veneers, crowns, whitening and gum contouring.
Read moreGum Treatment
Treatment for bleeding gums, bad breath, tartar buildup and the bone loss that follows untreated gum disease.
Read moreKids Dentistry
Preventive and restorative dental care for children, built around keeping the first visit calm and the milk teeth healthy until they are meant to go.
Read moreFull Mouth Rehabilitation
A single sequenced plan that rebuilds an entire worn, damaged or collapsed bite, rather than treating one tooth at a time.
Read moreTooth Fillings
Removes decay from a tooth and rebuilds it with a filling, so a cavity is stopped at the stage where treatment is smallest.
Read moreYour first visit
What a first appointment covers
Bring previous X-rays, prescriptions or treatment records if you have them, and a list of any medicines you take.
- 01
A full examination, not just the tooth that hurts.
- 02
Imaging where the diagnosis needs it, such as an OPG or CBCT scan.
- 03
A written plan with the conservative option named alongside the definitive one.
- 04
A written estimate covering the complete course, not the first stage.
In patients' words
What patients say
Reviews left by patients on Google, condensed and corrected for grammar without changing what was said. Individual results vary, and nothing here should be read as a promise of a particular outcome.
The approach
How treatment is planned here
Dentistry goes wrong in predictable ways: a quote given before a scan, a stage of treatment left out of the estimate, an irreversible procedure chosen when a reversible one would have done. The working method here is built around avoiding those.
Diagnosis before quotation
No treatment figure is given over the phone. Examination and imaging come first, because bone volume, canal count and gum condition are what actually set the price, and none of them are visible from a phone call.
The whole cost, stated upfront
A root canal quote that omits the crown is not a quote. Estimates here cover the complete course of treatment, including what follows in three months.
The conservative option is always named
Where a tooth can be saved instead of extracted, or aligned instead of veneered, you are told so, along with what each choice costs and what it gives up.
Implantology as a stated focus
Fellowship of the Academy of Oral Implantology, with case planning built on CBCT imaging rather than on a panoramic X-ray alone.
The dentist
Dr. Dhanya Saxena
BDS, MHA, FMC, FAOI · Reg. No. 20935
Oro-dental surgeon and aesthetic physician, with a Fellowship of the Academy of Oral Implantology and a Fellowship in Medical Cosmetology awarded in Germany. Clinical focus on implantology, full-mouth rehabilitation and aesthetic dentistry.
- 5+ years
- in clinical practice
- 1,000+
- patients treated
BDS
Bachelor of Dental Surgery, the primary dental qualification.
MHA
Master of Hospital Administration.
FMC (Germany)
Fellowship in Medical Cosmetology, awarded in Germany.
FAOI
Fellow, Academy of Oral Implantology.
Dental Council registration
Registration number 20935.
Find the clinic
Dentist near me in Indira Nagar, Lucknow
Basement 14/881, Sector 14, RLB School Road, Indira NagarLucknow 226016, Uttar Pradesh
- Monday – Saturday
- 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Sunday
- By appointment
- Phone
- +91 83036 12717
+91 97937 50317
Patient questions
Answers by topic
Dental implants and tooth replacement23 questions→
- Dental Implants →
- Dental implant or bridge: which is better?
- How long do dental implants last?
- How do I look after dental implants?
- What should you expect from full mouth rehabilitation?
- What are the side effects of dental implants?
- What types of dental implants are there?
- What is All-on-4, and who is it for?
- What are implant-supported dentures?
- Do I need a bone graft for a dental implant?
- Dental implants or dentures: which is better?
- What types of dentures are there?
- How should denture cleaning be done?
- What happens during dental implant surgery?
- What are the parts of a dental implant?
- What are zygomatic implants, and who needs them?
- What is an implant-supported bridge?
- What is osseointegration, and how long does it take?
- Can you get a dental implant for a front tooth?
- What are supraerupted teeth and how are they treated?
- What is the full form of RPD in dentistry?
- What is a prosthodontist and what do they treat?
- What does edentulous mean in dentistry?
- What are dentures, and how do they work?
Braces and clear aligners38 questions→
- Braces & Orthodontics →
- Clear aligners or braces: which is better?
- What is the best age for braces?
- Veneers or braces for crooked teeth?
- How long do braces take?
- Do I need a retainer after braces, and which type?
- What types of braces are there?
- Metal or ceramic braces: which is better?
- Do braces change your face shape?
- What are the side effects of braces?
- Do braces hurt, and what can I eat?
- Do braces for overbite work?
- Do clear aligners work, and what can't they fix?
- Are self-ligating braces better than regular braces?
- What are lingual braces, and who are they for?
- What is orthodontic wax, and how do you use it?
- What is the right way of brushing with braces?
- What do braces rubber bands do?
- Can adults get braces?
- What are metal braces and how do they work?
- What causes crooked teeth, and can they be fixed?
- What is an overbite?
- What is an underbite, and how is it treated?
- What are aligners, and how do they straighten teeth?
- What is overjet, and how is it treated?
- What does malocclusion mean?
- What are buck teeth (proclined teeth), and can they be corrected?
- What is a narrow jaw, and can it be corrected?
- What causes an asymmetrical jaw, and does it need treatment?
- What is an orthodontist and what do they do?
- What is a crossbite, and does it need to be fixed?
- What is a palatal expander, and how does it work?
- What is a snaggle tooth, and can it be fixed?
- What is a deep bite, and how is it treated?
- What is an open bite, and can it be corrected?
- What is a permanent retainer, and how does it compare with clear and removable retainers?
- What is headgear for braces, and when is it used?
- What is an impacted canine, and how is it treated?
- What does occlusion mean in dentistry?
Root canal and crowns23 questions→
- Root Canal Treatment →
- Is single sitting root canal treatment safe?
- Does a root canal hurt?
- Zirconia or metal-ceramic crown: which is better?
- Do I need a crown after a root canal?
- What are the types of dental crowns?
- What are the side effects of a root canal?
- What happens during root canal treatment, step by step?
- What happens when you get a crown (cap)?
- Filling or root canal: which do I need?
- Save the tooth with a root canal, or extract and implant?
- What causes root canal tooth pain years later?
- Can you get a crown without a root canal?
- What can I eat after a root canal?
- How is a root canal on a front tooth different?
- What is a temporary crown, and how do you look after it?
- What is a zirconia dental cap, and is it a good choice?
- When does a front tooth need a crown rather than a veneer or bonding?
- How can I prevent a root canal?
- What is the full form of RCT in dentistry?
- What is the full form of PFM in dentistry?
- What is the full form of FPD in dentistry?
- What is an endodontist and when do you need one?
- What is a tooth cap, and when do you need one?
Fillings and tooth decay13 questions→
- Tooth Fillings →
- How do I stop tooth decay?
- What does a cavity in teeth look like, and what happens if it is left?
- Are black spots on teeth cavities?
- Which type of filling is best?
- What is a temporary filling, and how long does it last?
- Is replacing silver fillings worth it?
- What should I do if a filling falls out?
- Why is my tooth sensitive after a filling?
- What causes tooth enamel erosion, and can enamel grow back?
- What is amalgam, and is a silver filling safe?
- What is the teeth filling process, and is it painful?
- What are hypoplastic teeth (enamel hypoplasia)?
- What is the full form of DMFT in dentistry?
Wisdom teeth and extractions13 questions→
- Wisdom tooth pain →
- What is dry socket, and how do I avoid it?
- What is pericoronitis (a swollen gum over a wisdom tooth)?
- What is recovery after wisdom tooth removal like, day by day?
- Do wisdom teeth need removing?
- Does wisdom tooth removal hurt?
- Can a wisdom tooth cause headaches or ear pain?
- What are wisdom teeth, and why do we have them?
- What is an impacted tooth?
- What happens in a tooth extraction procedure?
- Do you need stitches after wisdom tooth removal?
- What are extra teeth, and do they need to be removed?
- What is an ankylosed tooth and how is it managed?
- What is a dental cyst and does it need to be removed?
Gum disease18 questions→
- Gum Treatment →
- How do I remove plaque from my teeth?
- What is teeth scaling?
- Can you cure gum disease without a dentist?
- Can gum recession treatment fix receding gums?
- What is pyorrhea, and can it be treated?
- What is deep cleaning (scaling and root planing)?
- What are the stages of gum disease?
- What toothpaste for gum disease actually helps?
- Can gum disease affect your health beyond your mouth?
- Why are my gums swollen?
- What is a gum boil, and is it an abscess?
- What causes a white tongue?
- What is tartar on teeth, and how is it removed?
- What is plaque on teeth?
- What is gingivitis?
- What is a periodontist and what do they treat?
- Why is my tooth loose and what should I do?
- What is chlorhexidine mouthwash and how do I use it?
Children's teeth16 questions→
- Kids Dentistry →
- When should a child have their first dental visit?
- Do cavities in milk teeth need treatment?
- What is a pulpectomy (a root canal for a milk tooth)?
- What are pit and fissure sealants, and does my child need them?
- What are normal teething symptoms?
- What is the milk teeth falling age, and in what order do they fall out?
- Is fluoride treatment safe for children?
- What is the right way of brushing children's teeth?
- Why do some adults still have milk teeth?
- What should you do about a broken milk tooth?
- What causes childhood tooth decay, and how can it be prevented?
- What are primary teeth (milk teeth), and why do they matter?
- What is the milk teeth schedule, and when does each tooth come in?
- What is a pediatric dentist and when should my child see one?
- What is a space maintainer and does my child need one?
- Does thumb sucking damage a child's teeth?
Whitening, veneers and gaps20 questions→
- Smile Design & Veneers →
- Is teeth whitening safe?
- Do whitening toothpastes actually work?
- What are the options for dental gap filling between front teeth?
- Can you whiten teeth at home safely?
- What happens in a professional teeth whitening procedure?
- What are the side effects of veneers?
- Do teeth whitening strips work, and are they safe?
- Do teeth whitening pens work?
- Does purple toothpaste whiten teeth?
- What is dental fluorosis, and can the spots be removed?
- Why did my gums turn white after teeth whitening?
- How does chipped tooth repair work?
- Does baking soda teeth whitening work, and is it safe?
- Is hydrogen peroxide teeth whitening safe?
- What is a cosmetic dentist and is it a recognised specialty in India?
- What are veneers, and what does veneers mean?
- What causes stains on teeth and can they be removed?
- Why are my teeth turning black or brown?
- What does betel nut, paan and gutka do to your teeth?
- What causes a gap between teeth and how can it be closed?
Toothache and emergencies10 questions→
- Toothache →
- What should I do in a dental emergency?
- Which teeth pain medicine works for toothache?
- Does clove oil work for toothache?
- Does a salt water rinse help a toothache?
- Can a toothache cause a headache?
- Why do I get tooth pain when eating sweets?
- Which teeth pain home remedies actually work?
- Is ibuprofen for tooth pain safe, and who should avoid it?
- What can I do about tooth pain during pregnancy?
- What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?
Mouth ulcers and tongue problems29 questions→
- Mouth ulcers →
- What are aphthous mouth ulcers?
- What are the best mouth ulcer home remedies?
- What are the signs of a mouth infection?
- What causes white patches in the mouth?
- What is the meaning of stomatitis?
- What causes a mouth ulcer in a newborn?
- What is the treatment for angular cheilitis?
- What are Fordyce granules in the mouth?
- What is a herpetic ulcer in the mouth?
- Which doctor should I see for a mouth ulcer?
- Which vitamin deficiency causes mouth ulcers?
- What to eat in a mouth ulcer?
- What causes inflammation of the tongue?
- What causes a tongue infection and how is it treated?
- What causes black spots on the tongue?
- What is a pimple on the tongue or inside the mouth?
- What causes blisters on the tongue?
- Are bumps on the back of the tongue normal?
- What is leukoplakia on the tongue?
- Why do I have sores on my tongue?
- What is the treatment for a bitten tongue or a tongue cut by teeth?
- What is the best treatment for a burnt tongue?
- What do changes in tongue colour mean?
- What is geographic tongue and is it serious?
- What is a fissured tongue and does it need treatment?
- What is burning mouth syndrome and what helps?
- What is oral lichen planus and is it serious?
- Which gel is good for a mouth ulcer?
- Which tablet is used for mouth ulcers?
Bad breath and mouth taste10 questions→
- Bad breath →
- What causes a bitter taste in the mouth?
- What causes a metallic taste in the mouth?
- Why do I have a sour taste in my mouth?
- What causes a strange taste in the mouth?
- Does a tongue scraper help with bad breath?
- Which home remedies for bad breath actually work?
- Can bad breath come from the stomach?
- What do the different types of bad breath smells mean?
- Which mouthwash is good for bad breath?
- Which toothpaste is good for bad breath?
Sensitive teeth4 questions→
Teeth grinding and jaw problems5 questions→
Oral hygiene3 questions→
Types of teeth and tooth anatomy8 questions→
- What are the types of teeth, and what does each one do? →
- What are molar teeth, and when do they come through?
- What are premolar teeth, and how many do you have?
- How does the tooth numbering system work?
- What is enamel, and can it grow back?
- What is dentin (dentine), and why does it make teeth sensitive?
- What are canine teeth, and why are they also called fang teeth?
- What does incisors mean, and what do incisor teeth do?
- What does dentition mean, and what are deciduous teeth?
Dental X-rays6 questions→
- What are the types of dental X-ray, and when is each used? →
- What is a bitewing X-ray in dental check-ups?
- What is the full form of OPG, and what does an OPG dental X-ray show?
- What is an RVG dental X-ray?
- What is the full form of CBCT, and what is it used for in dentistry?
- What does a dental cavity look like on an X-ray?
- What is the full form of IOPA in dentistry?
Mouth cancer awareness5 questions→
Dentists and dental specialists2 questions→
Common questions
Before you book
Where is Redefine Dental located in Lucknow?
The clinic is at Basement 14/881, Sector 14, RLB School Road, Indira Nagar, Lucknow 226016. It is a short drive from Munshi Pulia, Bhootnath Market, Mahanagar and Gomti Nagar.
What are the clinic timings?
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Sunday is by appointment. Calling or messaging on WhatsApp before you come is advisable, since treatment appointments are scheduled by slot.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are seen where a slot is free, and emergencies such as acute pain or a swelling are prioritised. For a planned consultation, booking ahead means you get the full appointment rather than a gap between cases.
Which dentist will I see?
Dr. Dhanya Saxena, BDS, MHA, FMC, FAOI, an oro-dental surgeon and aesthetic physician, Dental Council registration number 20935.
Do you give a written estimate before starting treatment?
Yes. After examination and any necessary imaging, you get a written plan and a written estimate covering the full course of treatment, including the parts that come later such as a crown after a root canal.