Dr. Sai Sharath’s Oral Medicine philosophy embraces a physician-style diagnostic approach to complex oral conditions- bridging the worlds of medicine and dentistry.
Rather than focusing on routine dental care, Oral Medicine addresses chronic pain, burning sensations, ulcers, jaw dysfunction, and dry mouth- often linked to systemic diseases or cancer therapy. Oral Medicine is not just about treating the mouth- it’s about understanding the whole person behind the symptoms.
I chose Oral Medicine because it represents everything I value in healthcare: intellectual challenge, human connection, and advocacy.
For too long, I watched patients with unexplained oral symptoms bounce between offices- often dismissed or misdiagnosed. Oral Medicine fills that gap. It’s where I can tell patients:
“You’re not imagining this. I believe you. And we’ll work through it together.”
This specialty is where dentistry meets medicine, where listening meets logic, and where patients finally find clarity.
We start with presence. I listen not just to your symptoms, but to your story, your intuition, and your lived experience. Your voice is the foundation of your healing.
We explore with curiosity and care. Using advanced diagnostics and evidence-based medicine, I look beyond surface symptoms to uncover root causes and patterns.
Healing is rarely one-dimensional. I work closely with specialists in dermatology, oncology, neurology, rheumatology, ENT, and primary care to build a circle of support around you.
I walk beside you- not ahead of you. With clarity and compassion, I help you navigate your options, make informed choices, and feel truly seen and supported throughout your journey.
Current specialty training in one of the most comprehensive Oral Medicine programs in the country.
Advanced diagnostic training in oral imaging.
With a focus on epidemiology and biostatistics. I also worked as a clinical researcher, contributing to studies in cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, and hospital medicine.
Foundational training in dentistry.
