Founder & Chief Orthodontic Specialist

Dr. Anand
Vinod Naik

B.D.S, M.D.S — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

South Gujarat's foremost specialist orthodontist with 20+ years of clinical expertise. Dr. Anand founded AVN Orthodontics with a singular mission — to bring world-class, digitally-guided smile correction to Navsari through precision braces and advanced clear aligner therapy.

20+
Years Practising
10k+
Smiles Transformed
4.9★
Google Rating

MDS

Orthodontics

Dr. Anand Vinod Naik – Orthodontist Navsari

Dr. Anand Vinod Naik

Certified Platinum Invisalign® Provider · IOS Member

Bio-Engineered
Smile Design

For Dr. Anand, orthodontics is far more than cosmetics. Each treatment plan is a precision engineering exercise — mapping exact root movement vectors, predicting jaw growth trajectories, and protecting airway and joint health alongside aesthetic outcome.

Root Vector Biomechanics

Planning force vectors at the root tip level ensures bone remodels correctly without causing root resorption, a critical concern in long treatments.

Airway & Breathing Alignment

Skeletal jaw corrections directly open nasal breathing channels, reducing risks of sleep-disordered breathing and improving overall health outcomes.

TMJ Joint Protection

An unbalanced bite forces jaw muscles to overwork, leading to chronic TMJ clicking and migraines. Correct bite alignment eliminates these systemic issues.

3D Digital Treatment Preview

Every patient sees a virtual 3D simulation of their final smile outcome before the first bracket is bonded or aligner is fitted — zero guesswork.

AVN Orthodontics Clinic Metrics

Invisalign Cases Completed 2,400+
Complex Jaw Corrections 800+
Teen & Kids Treated 3,200+
Average Treatment Satisfaction 98.4%
Years of Dedicated Practice 20+

"Every smile I design begins not at the bracket, but at the bone — where forces travel, where biology responds."

— Dr. Anand Vinod Naik, MDS Orthodontics

Orthodontist vs.
General Dentist

What 3 extra years of specialist training changes about your smile outcome.

AVN Orthodontics Specialist

Dr. Anand Vinod Naik

After completing BDS, Dr. Anand underwent an additional 3-year Master's Degree (MDS) residency dedicated entirely to orthodontic biomechanics, jaw growth modification, and clear aligner digital programming — skills no general dentist possesses.

  • 100% clinical focus on braces & aligners
  • 3-year MDS Orthodontics specialization residency
  • Advanced root torque & tipping mechanics
  • Certified Platinum Invisalign provider
  • Intraoral 3D scanner for digital precision
General Dental Clinic

General Dentist

A general dentist trains broadly across all dental disciplines — fillings, root canals, crowns, extractions, scaling — as well as basic orthodontics. They lack the specialization depth required for complex bite corrections and advanced alignment treatments.

  • Divides time across 10+ dental procedures
  • BDS only — no specialist orthodontic residency
  • Limited biomechanics training for complex cases
  • No Invisalign certification or limited provider status
  • Traditional impression trays, no digital simulation

Education & Achievements

Two decades of clinical excellence, continuous learning, and digital transformation.

2004
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Graduated with top academic honors from a leading dental institution in Gujarat, establishing the foundation in oral biology and stomatology.
2007
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) — Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
Completed a rigorous 3-year postgraduate residency program dedicated exclusively to braces biomechanics, facial growth guidance, and skeletal jaw correction.
2011
Founded AVN Orthodontics, Navsari
Launched South Gujarat's first clinical practice focused exclusively on orthodontics and clear aligner therapy, bringing specialist care locally to Navsari patients.
2016
Certified Platinum Invisalign® Provider
Achieved Platinum provider certification from Align Technology, authorizing Dr. Anand to deliver full-scope Invisalign treatment including complex bite correction cases.
2019
Advanced Self-Ligating Bracket Training
Completed advanced workshops in self-ligating bracket mechanics and low-friction orthodontics, enabling faster treatment times and fewer patient appointments.
2021
Integrated 3D Intraoral Digital Scanner Workflow
Deployed high-precision intraoral scanners at AVN Orthodontics, replacing alginate molds with 100% digital 3D models for virtual treatment simulation and aligner fabrication.
2024
10,000+ Smiles Milestone
AVN Orthodontics crossed 10,000 successfully transformed smiles across Navsari and South Gujarat — cementing Dr. Anand's status as the region's most trusted orthodontist.

Awards & Recognition

Milestones that validate Dr. Anand's commitment to clinical excellence.

Best Orthodontist Award

South Gujarat Healthcare Excellence Awards, 2022

Platinum Invisalign Provider

Align Technology Global Recognition, 2016–Present

IOS Active Member

Indian Orthodontic Society — Continuous CME participant

WFO & AAO Member

World Federation of Orthodontists · American Association

Professional Memberships

Dr. Anand maintains active membership in leading national and international orthodontic bodies.

IOS
Indian Orthodontic Society
Active Member
WFO
World Federation of Orthodontists
Active Member
AAO
American Association of Orthodontists
Affiliate Member

Meet Dr. Anand in Person

Schedule your free initial consultation at AVN Orthodontics, Navsari. Walk out with a complete 3D smile assessment and personalized treatment roadmap.