Are you looking for orthodontic care from a doctor who strives to be the areas best? If so, then youre in the right place! Selecting a new orthodontist can be a challenging task, especially when youre looking for one who is experienced, uses cutting-edge technology, and provides top-notch care. Dr. Balakrishnan knows what it takes to provide all this and more! We offer 5-star-rated personalized orthodontic care with lasting results. Below are just some of the reasons why people choose Downers Grove Orthodontics in Downers Grove, IL.

It is critical to choose a doctor with extensive experience when it comes to orthodontic health. The ability to provide efficient and comfortable care improves with practice and an experienced doctor has performed various treatments, meaning that we have likely seen a case similar to yours.

Since 2007, our expert team has transformed over 10,000 smiles in Chicagoland. Additionally, our outstanding team is committed to professional improvement and constantly seeks new technology and knowledge in the field of orthodontics. You can expect nothing less than the best from Dr. Balakrishnan and our team!

At Downers Grove Orthodontics, we believe that it's important for you to get to know your orthodontist and understand their processes before committing to treatment. Thats why we offer our FreeDowners Grove Smile Assessment to our patients who are looking for orthodontic care. This assessment covers:

You can also start treatment on the same day as your exam if you would like to. We will take the time to explore your unique needs and answer your questions prior to recommending the next steps. We always provide a straightforward plan with a consultative approach to make sure you feel comfortable and ready to proceed with treatment.

At Downers Grove Orthodontics, we're so confident that you'll love your experience with us, we stand behind our treatments and offer asatisfaction guarantee. We want you to be completely satisfied with your results and will do what it takes to make sure you are happy!

Many orthodontic providers have the tools to provide basic services, but a truly committed practice strives to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and treatments for the best possible care. Our office is proud to be on the cutting edge of orthodontic technology and offers the following options:

A great orthodontist is appreciated by their patients and community! Downers Grove Orthodontics in Downers Grove, IL, believes in top-notch customer service and the best possible care. Dr. Balakrishnan is proud to have received multiple awards throughout her schooling, career, and service to her community, including:

Dr. Balakrishnan and our team are so grateful for our patients continued support and patronage. Because you continue to choose us as your orthodontic office of choice, we have the opportunity to give back to our community and beyond in numerous ways.

Dr. Balakrishnan has been named an Excellence in Orthodontics orthodontist in Downers Grove, IL. Excellence in Orthodontics is a highly prestigious program only ONE doctor for a particular area or market is selected each year! The criteria for selection that an orthodontist must meet include:

Only doctors who meet these criteria are considered, and of those considered, only one is chosen. Dr. Balakrishnan and our team are proud to represent Excellence in Orthodontics in the Downers Grove, IL, area.

Discussing health concerns can be stressful if you or your loved one doesnt speak English as your first language. In some cases, it can even lead to poor treatment due to miscommunications. At Downers Grove Orthodontics, we understand the importance of being able to communicate effectively with our patients for the best possible care.

When youre looking for a high-quality orthodontist, its helpful to find one who is not only educated and experienced but also recognized as an industry leader. We are grateful to our local media for recognizing our efforts to provide excellent orthodontic care to the people in our community.

Downers Grove Orthodontics has been featured in People Magazine as one of the best orthodontic practices in North America. We have also been recognized by Family Fun and Parents. We pride ourselves on the appreciation we have received!

When seeking dental or orthodontic treatment youll want to go to top-rated, highly trained, and experienced experts who use state-of-the-art treatment options. In fact, why not go to the practice where celebrities go for their award-winning smiles? Since 2007, our elite team has transformed smiles for over 10,000 happy patients, including celebrities!

At Downers Grove Orthodontics, we believe that everyone deserves access to the best quality orthodontic treatment regardless of financial status. Thats why we offer flexible payment options to help you pay your treatment balance over time with options such as 0% in-house financing and CareCredit.

Thanks to our partnership with CareCredit, you never have to sacrifice treatment quality for financial reasons. We will work with you and help get your treatment covered with one of our in-house payment plans or through CareCredit. This is just another way we show our commitment to your orthodontic health!

I am board-certified and a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a national dental honor society, the American Association of Orthodontists, and the Midwest Society of Orthodontists. I have held faculty positions in multiple countries and have spoken at professional conferences both nationally and internationally.

I have won several awards throughout my career. I received Gold Medals for 1st rank in Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics, Periodontology, and Prosthodontics from Bangalore University. I was awarded Master Carver of the Clinic and Research Day at the University of Illinois at Chicago, and received the merit award for Periodontology in 2003 from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.

I have participated in various studies in the orthodontic industry and have published multiple articles, including Anzilotti C, Vanarsdall RL, and Balakrishnan M: Adolescents Treated with Rapid Palatal Expansion An Evaluation of Post-Retention Gingival Recession, 2003 and Biological Markers for Root Resorption, 2001. I was a keynote speaker at the 41st Indian Orthodontic Society Annual Conference in Chennai, India, and have given professional presentations to groups such as the American Academy of Dental Research Annual Conference in Orlando, FL.

Committed to continuing a family tradition of excellence, my husband and I both practice in the greater Chicago area. My husband (Dr. Balu Natarajan), a Downers Grove North High School graduate, is a Sports Medicine physician practicing in Chicago.

He also won the National Spelling Bee in 1985 and is the only Chicagoan ever to win the title. Both my husband and I are proud Chicagoans. We have been married for over 20 years and have two sons, named Atman and Advaith.

Our eldest son, Atman has also competed in the National Spelling Bee which in turn is keeping our family tradition of excellence alive. Our younger son Advaith is also an aspiring speller. You can find out more about how we keep the tradition alive by watching the video featuring Atman and our family below.

Not only am I committed to my family but my hobbies include running, biking, cooking, reading, and yoga. I am also trilingual in English, Hindi, and Tamil, which allows Downers Grove Orthodontics to help as many patients in Chicagoland as possible.

Our Downers Grove Orthodontics team is extremely caring, knowledgeable, and will go beyond your expectations to provide a first-rate experience every time you visit our office. As a team, we are dedicated to our patients and believe in excellence in all that we do.

Our goal is to provide you with the best professional orthodontic care to enhance your smile and improve your overall self-confidence. We love our job and the feeling of making a difference in our patients' lives is priceless!