Vishal Chitkara
Dr. Vishal Chitkara grew up in Centerville, Ohio, earned his bachelor's degree and doctorate from The Ohio State University, and has spent nearly 20 years building patient relationships across central Ohio. He went on to serve as part-time faculty at OSU's College of Dentistry, and has logged hundreds of hours of continuing education in implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, bone grafting, digital scanning and milling, Invisalign, SureSmile, and more. Dr. Chitkara has consistently been recognized by his peers as a Top Dentist, as published in Columbus Monthly Magazine. He founded Northwest Dental Studio in Powell to build the kind of practice he always believed patients deserved..
A Different Kind of Dental Experience
Dr. Chitkara started Northwest Dental Studio with one conviction: that patients deserve better than a rushed appointment in a sterile room where nobody explains anything. He designed this practice from the ground up to feel different because he believes the environment you walk into and the way your doctor communicates with you are just as important as the clinical care itself.
That belief shapes the way he works. Dr. Chitkara takes the time to walk every patient through their X-rays in plain language, explaining what he sees, what it means, and what their options are. For anything complex, he schedules a dedicated consultation at no charge, because a treatment plan only works if the patient actually understands it. He will never rush you through an appointment or hand you a list of things to do without telling you why.

Appears in Columbus Monthly's Top Dentists

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Education & Professional
- Bachelor of Science, The Ohio State University
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
- Former Part-Time Faculty, OSU College of Dentistry
- Completed Implant Seminars' Implant Continuum
- Enrolled in the Clinical Mastery Series
- Member, Spectrum Dental Society
- Participant, Dental OPTIONS Program
- Advanced training in bone grafting, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, digital scanning and milling, Invisalign, SureSmile, and Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
- Organizational Development Leadership training
- Appearances in local classrooms and news media on dental health topics
Philosophy on Patient Care
Dr. Chitkara believes every patient deserves the highest quality care, paired with clear, honest communication. He is committed to helping patients fully understand their options so they can feel confident and comfortable throughout every step of their treatment. Earning patients’ trust and helping them achieve a smile they feel excited about is one of the most rewarding parts of his work.
Giving Back
Community matters deeply to Dr. Chitkara. Over the years, he has volunteered at classroom events, free dental clinics through the Department of Health, and health education seminars. At Northwest Dental Studio, he and his team also look forward to donating a smile makeover each year to someone in the community who is in need.
His Approach to Anxiety
Dr. Chitkara knows that for many patients, walking into a dental office is genuinely hard. His approach starts before any instrument is picked up. He asks about your history, acknowledges what has been difficult, and makes clear that nothing happens until you are ready. Whether you need frequent breaks, a slower pace, or sedation options to feel comfortable, he meets you where you are. Every time.
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