Whether you’re here for a routine check-up, a dental concern or a smile makeover, our specialists work together to understand what you need, talk you through your options and plan care that makes sense for you, now and in the long run.
Welcome to
Wellness Dentistry
Experience a whole new way of oral care. Book your consultation with advanced dental facilities that come together in the most tranquil setting. The Root Cause, Indiranagar.
About Us
At The Root Cause, we believe Exceptional Care starts with a simple question:
what’s really causing the problem?
We’re Bangalore’s First Wellness Dentistry with Advanced Dental Technology in Indiranagar, Bengaluru. With in-house X-rays, an intraoral scanner, guided biofilm therapy and soft tissue lasers, we have advanced technology right here to support your care.
We’ve also designed the space around how you feel. Our approach to wellness dentistry brings together thoughtful care and calming interiors, with warm textures and greenery to help you feel at ease. If dental visits usually make you anxious, we want that feeling to start easing the moment you walk in.
Our Mission
To bring understanding to the heart of dental care: addressing the root cause, easing anxiety and building lasting confidence through care you can trust.
Precision meets care
Advanced dental technology and specialist expertise for thoughtful, precise treatment.
Calm begins here
A soothing space and a gentle approach to help you feel at ease.
Care that understands you
Personalised treatment that addresses the root cause, with your comfort and long-term wellbeing in mind.
Digital precision
Scanning, imaging and technology for more informed treatment planning.
Patients who smile back
Thousands of thoughtfully restored smiles, satisfaction measured one visit at a time.
Dr. Malathi’s practice record at Smile Care Dental Clinic 24 Years of trusted care Since 2002
5,000+ Smiles thoughtfully restored Across every specialty
Dr. Malathi’s practice record at Smile Care Dental Clinic Why the root cause
Because healthy smiles start beneath the surface.
Symptoms tell us where to look. Diagnosis tells us what to treat.
- 01 Understand
- 02 Plan
- 03 Restore
Treatments
Get to the
Root Cause.
From everyday preventive dentistry to advanced restorative and aesthetic treatments, our specialists work together to understand the whole picture and create care that is precise, personal and built for the long term.
Results
See the change.
Keep it natural.
Case highlightPorcelain veneer transformation
- Treatment
- Porcelain veneers
- Duration
- 1 week
- Check-ins
- 2 visits
- Approach
- Minimal-prep
Dr. Malathi VikramDental Surgeon & Cosmetic Dentist
24years of clinical practice
Dr. Malathi’s vision and experience of Root Cause
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Malathi created The Root Cause with a vision to redefine the dental experience: one where dentistry goes beyond treating symptoms to understand the cause, and oral health is viewed as an integral part of overall wellbeing.
The Root Cause brings together clinical experience, advanced technology, aesthetics and wellness in a calm, thoughtfully designed space. It is also a reflection of how Dr. Malathi believes dentistry should feel: calm rather than clinical, personal rather than transactional, and refined without compromising on science.
Meet the Team Gallery
Rooted in
every detail
A visual journey through the spaces and stories of The Root Cause.
Patient Stories
Trusted by patients,
one smile at a time.
★★★★★ Google
Great experience! Dr. Malathi is extremely professional and gentle and took the time to explain everything clearly. The clinic is clean and the staff is also very good. I felt comfortable throughout the visit and would highly recommend this practice.
Avni Butala4 months ago
Great experience!
Dr. Malathi is extremely professional and gentle and took the time to explain everything clearly. The clinic is clean and the staff is also very good. I felt comfortable throughout the visit and would highly recommend this practice.
★★★★★ Google
My mother had her root canal treatment done here. The doctor is excellent and made sure she experienced minimal discomfort during the procedure. Overall, a very good experience. Highly recommended
Priyanka Sonawane4 months ago
My mother had her root canal treatment done here. The doctor is excellent and made sure she experienced minimal discomfort during the procedure. Overall, a very good experience. Highly recommended
★★★★★ Google
I've been going to Dr.Malathi for over the period of a year. She has completely changed my appearance with her dental veneers. Even the additional procedures on the way were done in the least pain full manner. I got extractions and RCT done, I've never had a more perfect treatment. She takes the time to listen and adjusts the treatment according to what you need. And most importantly she's very reasonably priced. I felt so comfortable that I've kept going back for any minor checks and the Doctor always makes time.
Bollamma7 months ago
I've been going to Dr.Malathi for over the period of a year. She has completely changed my appearance with her dental veneers. Even the additional procedures on the way were done in the least pain full manner. I got extractions and RCT done, I've never had a more perfect treatment. She takes the time to listen and adjusts the treatment according to what you need. And most importantly she's very reasonably priced. I felt so comfortable that I've kept going back for any minor checks and the Doctor always makes time.
★★★★★ Google
I went to Dr. Malathi with a really bad bacterial infection that happened becuase of some wisdom tooth issue. Got my surgery done in 20 mins and healed within 4 days. Never thought that wisdom tooth extraction surgery can be like a cake walk.
Radha Seth8 months ago
I went to Dr. Malathi with a really bad bacterial infection that happened becuase of some wisdom tooth issue.
Got my surgery done in 20 mins and healed within 4 days.
Never thought that wisdom tooth extraction surgery can be like a cake walk.
★★★★★ Google
“I've been going to Dr. Malathi for years, and she has always been extremely professional and affable. She takes the time to explain procedures and treatment options in detail, which really puts you at ease. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and caring dentist.”
Sundar Kuppuswami7 months ago
“I've been going to Dr. Malathi for years, and she has always been extremely professional and affable. She takes the time to explain procedures and treatment options in detail, which really puts you at ease. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and caring dentist.”
★★★★★ Google
Dr Malathi is extremely professional, knowledgeable and gives you a good overview and always puts you at ease.Highly meticulous and great quality of work. Highly recommend the clinic for their hygiene, professionalism, ease of getting the procedures done and being made comfortable.
Anjum Khan10 months ago
Dr Malathi is extremely professional, knowledgeable and gives you a good overview and always puts you at ease.Highly meticulous and great quality of work. Highly recommend the clinic for their hygiene, professionalism, ease of getting the procedures done and being made comfortable.
★★★★★ Google
I had a very positive experience at this dental clinic. My wisdom tooth removal was done by a surgeon, and the procedure was surprisingly quick and painless. Dr. Malathi was excellent throughout the process. She clearly explained the problem and the treatment plan, which made me feel very comfortable and informed. The tooth extraction itself was smooth, easy, and completely painless. What I appreciated the most was how caring and attentive she was. She handled everything with great care, was very punctual with appointment timings, and even checked in to see how I was feeling after the treatment. Overall, a very professional and pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for quality dental care.
Preethi Raj6 months ago
I had a very positive experience at this dental clinic. My wisdom tooth removal was done by a surgeon, and the procedure was surprisingly quick and painless.
Dr. Malathi was excellent throughout the process. She clearly explained the problem and the treatment plan, which made me feel very comfortable and informed. The tooth extraction itself was smooth, easy, and completely painless.
What I appreciated the most was how caring and attentive she was. She handled everything with great care, was very punctual with appointment timings, and even checked in to see how I was feeling after the treatment.
Overall, a very professional and pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for quality dental care.
★★★★★ Google
I've been going to Dr.Malathi for over the period of a year. She has completely changed my appearance with her dental veneers. Even the additional procedures on the way were done in the least pain full manner. I got extractions and RCT done, I've never had a more perfect treatment. She takes the time to listen and adjusts the treatment according to what you need. And most importantly she's very reasonably priced. I felt so comfortable that I've kept going back for any minor checks and the Doctor always makes time.
Bollamma7 months ago
I've been going to Dr.Malathi for over the period of a year. She has completely changed my appearance with her dental veneers. Even the additional procedures on the way were done in the least pain full manner. I got extractions and RCT done, I've never had a more perfect treatment. She takes the time to listen and adjusts the treatment according to what you need. And most importantly she's very reasonably priced. I felt so comfortable that I've kept going back for any minor checks and the Doctor always makes time.
★★★★★ Google
I went to Dr. Malathi with a really bad bacterial infection that happened becuase of some wisdom tooth issue. Got my surgery done in 20 mins and healed within 4 days. Never thought that wisdom tooth extraction surgery can be like a cake walk.
Radha Seth8 months ago
I went to Dr. Malathi with a really bad bacterial infection that happened becuase of some wisdom tooth issue.
Got my surgery done in 20 mins and healed within 4 days.
Never thought that wisdom tooth extraction surgery can be like a cake walk.
★★★★★ Google
“I've been going to Dr. Malathi for years, and she has always been extremely professional and affable. She takes the time to explain procedures and treatment options in detail, which really puts you at ease. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and caring dentist.”
Sundar Kuppuswami7 months ago
“I've been going to Dr. Malathi for years, and she has always been extremely professional and affable. She takes the time to explain procedures and treatment options in detail, which really puts you at ease. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and caring dentist.”
★★★★★ Google
Dr Malathi is extremely professional, knowledgeable and gives you a good overview and always puts you at ease.Highly meticulous and great quality of work. Highly recommend the clinic for their hygiene, professionalism, ease of getting the procedures done and being made comfortable.
Anjum Khan10 months ago
Dr Malathi is extremely professional, knowledgeable and gives you a good overview and always puts you at ease.Highly meticulous and great quality of work. Highly recommend the clinic for their hygiene, professionalism, ease of getting the procedures done and being made comfortable.
★★★★★ Google
I had a very positive experience at this dental clinic. My wisdom tooth removal was done by a surgeon, and the procedure was surprisingly quick and painless. Dr. Malathi was excellent throughout the process. She clearly explained the problem and the treatment plan, which made me feel very comfortable and informed. The tooth extraction itself was smooth, easy, and completely painless. What I appreciated the most was how caring and attentive she was. She handled everything with great care, was very punctual with appointment timings, and even checked in to see how I was feeling after the treatment. Overall, a very professional and pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for quality dental care.
Preethi Raj6 months ago
I had a very positive experience at this dental clinic. My wisdom tooth removal was done by a surgeon, and the procedure was surprisingly quick and painless.
Dr. Malathi was excellent throughout the process. She clearly explained the problem and the treatment plan, which made me feel very comfortable and informed. The tooth extraction itself was smooth, easy, and completely painless.
What I appreciated the most was how caring and attentive she was. She handled everything with great care, was very punctual with appointment timings, and even checked in to see how I was feeling after the treatment.
Overall, a very professional and pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for quality dental care.
★★★★★ Google
Great experience! Dr. Malathi is extremely professional and gentle and took the time to explain everything clearly. The clinic is clean and the staff is also very good. I felt comfortable throughout the visit and would highly recommend this practice.
Avni Butala4 months ago
Great experience!
Dr. Malathi is extremely professional and gentle and took the time to explain everything clearly. The clinic is clean and the staff is also very good. I felt comfortable throughout the visit and would highly recommend this practice.
★★★★★ Google
My mother had her root canal treatment done here. The doctor is excellent and made sure she experienced minimal discomfort during the procedure. Overall, a very good experience. Highly recommended
Priyanka Sonawane4 months ago
My mother had her root canal treatment done here. The doctor is excellent and made sure she experienced minimal discomfort during the procedure. Overall, a very good experience. Highly recommended
FAQs
Every answer,
rooted in care.
01What happens during my first appointment?+
We begin with a detailed conversation and examination. Where needed, digital X-rays or scans help us explain the diagnosis and present clear treatment options.
02Do you offer emergency appointments?+
Same-day or priority appointments may be available for pain, swelling, broken teeth and urgent dental concerns. Please call the clinic directly.
03Can I discuss cosmetic treatment without committing?+
Yes. A consultation is an opportunity to understand suitable options, limitations, expected timelines and costs before deciding.
04Are payment plans available?+
For selected treatments, staged payments may be discussed during treatment planning. Availability and terms depend on the procedure.
05Do you treat children?+
Yes. Children’s dentistry is part of our preventive care, covering check-ups, cleaning, fillings and guidance on early habits. Visits are kept unhurried so younger patients stay comfortable, and specialist input is brought in when a concern calls for it.
06How long does a first consultation usually take?+
Around 30 to 45 minutes. That allows time for a full examination, any scans or X-rays needed, and an unhurried discussion of what we find and which options make sense before you decide anything.