Dr. Bhavani comes to us with 34 years of private practice experience in general dentistry. She graduated from Boston University School of Dentistry. She is a visiting faculty at Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona, where she mentors other dentists to learn the latest technology and techniques in dentistry. She is a member of various dental organizations and study clubs.
In 2011, Dr. Bhavani was the recipient of the Top Doc Boston award. She has mastered the most challenging cosmetic procedures including CEREC crowns, porcelain laminate veneers (Lumineers), ClearCorrect clear aligners, and Philips Zoom! Teeth Whitening.
Dr. Bhavani enjoys martial arts and is a fourth-degree black belt in karate. Her husband Manohar is a CPA who specializes in tax services for dental and medical offices. They lived in Boston for the past 26 years with their two children. Her son Ravi graduated and works in a law firm in Boston, and her daughter Lakshmi goes to school in Austin. Dr. Bhavani enjoys spending her time with their dog Rhia.
Dr. Kolathu has lived in the Austin area since 2012. She graduated as valedictorian from Christian Medical College India in Dental Surgery. From there she attended the University of Texas Dental School at San Antonio, earning her DDS with teaching honors in 2017. She is working towards getting Fellowship in Advanced General Dentistry.
Following her belief in giving back to the community, Dr. Kolathu has participated in Texas Mission of Mercy Camps in Texas and has participated in several dental mission trips to serve those in need.
We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice.
Deanna has been a registered dental hygienist for 22 years! She enjoys assisting her patients to achieve optimum oral and overall health! She also really likes getting to know her patients on a personal level. When she is not in the dental environment she enjoys gardening, church and spending time with her family.
Hello, my name is Julie Ann. I was raised in the Philippines and graduated from Ama Computer Learning Center in Makati City with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Services. I moved to the United States in 2013. I recently found that I wanted to do more with my life so I attended dental assisting school in Kyle and earned a certificate to become a dental assistant.
I am married to Ruben and we have two beautiful children, Josh and Evan. Outside of work, I am very family-oriented. I love spending time with my kids, going to their sports activities, or just simply taking them to the park. My most enjoyable thing to do with my family is to cook a full family meal for us to enjoy together.
I have a deep passion for providing the best customer service for all clients who enter our doors. Every customer is deeply appreciated and we hope to convey that through superior customer service. In the office, I oversee payments made and verify that insurance companies provide payments in a timely manner to provide a quick and seamless visit for the customer. I hold a degree in hospitality, as well as billing and coding.
My name is Vaishali, but my friends call me Shelly. I have been working in healthcare since 2008. I attended Austin Dental Assistant School in CircleC to get my Dental Assistant Certification. I am passionate about getting to know all of our patients and making sure they receive quality service and attention.
I grew up in South Texas and I am new to the Austin area. I spend most of my time with my husband and kids. You can catch us at the track racing, exploring trails on our dirt bikes in different state forests, or on the couch watching movies.
At APEX Dental, we are committed to providing the highest quality clinical care and personalized service in a warm and compassionate atmosphere. Our doctors and staff enjoy getting to know each patient and their families, and love creating relationships that last multiple generations.