Mahua Bose Pillai, DDS

4.20 /5 (5 reviews)
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Dr. Mahua Bose Pillai, DDS, MDS, MMSc, BDS, stands as a beacon of excellence in endodontics, operating through her practice at Advanced Endodontics of New York, located at 30 E 40th St, Room 506, New York, NY 10016. With a career spanning prestigious institutions across India and the United States, Dr. Bose Pillai has dedicated herself to the art and science of saving natural teeth through advanced root canal therapies and specialized dental interventions. Her journey began in India, where she earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) from Gauhati University, igniting her passion for endodontics. After practicing as a consultant endodontist in multiple private clinics, she pursued further excellence in the USA, obtaining her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry in 2016. During her time at UCSF, she was elected social chair for the DDS Class of 2016, AGD secretary, and class representative for ASDA, while receiving the prestigious Nguyen T. Nguyen Scholarship for extraordinary achievement and excellence in endodontics[1][2][4][5].

Building on this foundation, Dr. Bose Pillai completed the rigorous Masters in Medical Sciences (MMSc) program in Endodontics at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, graduating in 2019. This elite training equipped her with comprehensive expertise in all phases of surgical and non-surgical endodontic therapy, including complex re-treatments of posts, silver points, and separated instruments, as well as pediatric trauma management through apexification and apexogenesis. Her externship at Children’s Hospital of Boston provided specialized skills in pediatric endodontics, while advanced microsurgery training at the Harvard School of Dental Surgery enables her to perform endodontic microsurgery routinely with precision[1][2][4]. Her accolades include the Dentsply Sirona Resident Award at the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) 2019 conference in Montreal for her innovative case presentation on autotransplantation of teeth, underscoring her commitment to cutting-edge research and clinical innovation[1][2].

At Advanced Endodontics of New York, Dr. Bose Pillai's mission is rooted in patient-centered care: listening attentively to individual needs, fostering a warm and welcoming environment, and delivering gentle, painless dentistry that transforms apprehensions about root canals into positive experiences. She frequently treats common concerns such as cracked tooth repair, dental consultations, emergencies, pain, and root canals, leveraging state-of-the-art technologies like surgical operating microscopes, digital radiography, 3D imaging/CBCT, and the GentleWave system—a highly effective method for cleaning complex root canal anatomies[1][2][5]. Her practice emphasizes saving teeth with success rates exceeding 97% for initial root canal treatments and 89% for retreatment cases at five years, far surpassing extractions and implants in predictability and patient comfort[5].

What truly sets Dr. Bose Pillai apart is her unique blend of global expertise, Ivy League pedigree, and compassionate approach. Unlike general dentists, her two-to-three years of additional CODA-accredited endodontic specialization post-dental school provides unmatched proficiency in diagnosing and treating pulp and root conditions[5]. Patients rave about her calming demeanor, gentle technique, attention to detail, and ability to answer questions thoroughly, often describing it as their 'best dental experience ever' with 5-star reviews highlighting her soothing voice, great music selections, and unwavering attentiveness[3][5]. As a member of the American Association of Endodontists, she remains at the forefront of technological advances, ensuring treatments are not only effective but also minimally invasive[4].

Dr. Bose Pillai's unique value proposition lies in her holistic philosophy: prioritizing comfort, precision, and long-term tooth preservation. Whether managing pediatric cases, performing microsurgery, or handling emergencies, she empowers patients with knowledge and confidence. In a field often associated with anxiety, her practice redefines endodontics as a seamless, rewarding process, making Advanced Endodontics of New York the premier choice for Midtown Manhattan residents seeking expert, empathetic care that preserves smiles for life[1][2][3][4][5]. (Word count: 612)

Additional Details

Specialization: Endodontics, specializing in root canals, surgical and non-surgical endodontic therapy, pediatric endodontics, microsurgery, re-treatment cases, and advanced procedures like apexification, apexogenesis, and autotransplantation[1][2][4][5]
Education & Certifications: BDS and MDS from Gauhati University (India); DDS from University of California, San Francisco (2016); MMSc in Endodontics from Harvard School of Dental Medicine (2019); Residency in Endodontics at Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Externship in Endodontics at Boston Children’s Hospital; Comprehensive training in microsurgery at Harvard School of Dental Surgery; Certified in GentleWave[1][2][4][5]
Professional Memberships: American Association of Endodontists (AAE)[4]
Awards & Recognitions: Nguyen T. Nguyen Scholarship for extraordinary achievement and excellence in Endodontics (UCSF); Dentsply Sirona Resident Award at AAE 2019 for case presentation on Autotransplantation of teeth[1][2]
Services Offered: Root canal treatment, cracked tooth repair, dental consultation, dental emergency care, dental pain management, surgical and non-surgical endodontic therapy, pediatric trauma management (apexification, apexogenesis), re-treatment of posts/silver points/separated instruments, endodontic microsurgery, GentleWave procedure[1][2][5]

Contact Information

📍 30 E 40th St Room 506, Floor -5, New York, NY 10016, USA
🏢 New York

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Customer Reviews

Penny Fun
January 7, 2026

Dr. Bose is truly amazing. She is so patient, calm, and reassuring. I’ve seen her on two different occasions for root canals, and each time she made me feel completely at ease. Because of past dental trauma, it is very hard for me to trust doctors, but Dr. Bose made the entire experience feel safe and manageable. My treatment healed nicely, and I am very happy with the results. A special shout out to Brigid, who helped with all the insurance-related matters and always answered my questions kindly and patiently. It is not easy to find a great doctor like this team, and I am truly grateful. Highly recommend!

Libby Ryasyk
January 15, 2026

Absolutely loved my experience with Dr. Bose She was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and made me feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. I got root canal done that was drilled to the wrong direction long time ago, nobody except Dr. Bose didn't want to redo this tooth. Great team, great service. Highly recommend!

Matthew Abraham
December 31, 2025

I was referred to Dr. Bose for a difficult root canal, and she handled it with confidence and care. The procedure was smooth and virtually painless, and I felt at ease the entire time. Her staff was professional and welcoming. I’m very grateful and highly recommend Dr. Bose. — Mathew

Robert Conkling
October 10, 2025

Nothing beats success. It was one year ago today when Dr. Mahua Bose and I met in her office in Manhattan, on my dentist Dr. Peter Mann’s recommendation, to discover if my lower cuspids would support the bridgework that Dr. Mann had proposed and which I am now delighted to report turned out to be an inspired solution to an urgent and compelling dental situation that I was struggling with, and in treatment for, for over 18 months. Being in Dr. Bose’s care that day turned out to be one of the most successful, memorable, educational, and enjoyable dental procedures I have undergone in my very long experience of sitting “in the chair”.  Dr. Bose’s work, along with that of Dr. Froum and Dr. Mann (who together as a team conceived what I now consider to have been an original and creative treatment plan par excellence), has proven to be an outstanding success and I could not be more pleased with the result. My five-hour journey with Dr. Bose that day was fascinating. From her high-tech imaging discovery of ancient drill-bit relics lodged deep in the roots of the lower cuspids in question, to her masterful excavation of those tiny souvenirs of the old-school dentistry of years gone by, to her absorbing play-by-play explanation of her step-by-step procedures, not to mention her infinite patience with my questions and requests, were all deeply impressive and yes, comforting to say the least. I’ll say it again: Nothing beats success. Congratulations, Dr. Bose, for your outstanding work and excellent care. P.S. I want to take this opportunity to also thank Dr Bose’s staff that day, dental assistants Winnie and Eunice, as well as Lucy and Linda who manned the front desk that day and were eminently gracious to me. My thanks to one and all.

Jora Cho
December 30, 2025

Very poor service. I asked for the front desk personal to give me an estimate.She failed to do it and then even after I gave them copies of X-ray that was taken within the same week they took additional X-rays without letting me know that they would be charging extra. Please avoid this place. It is a way to make money off of you without any transparency. I informed the front desk that next time when a customer comes in provide them with an estimate when asked, unfortunately they are not trustworthy service. Once you loose patient trust no one will come back again for service. Very unhappy with the transparency will not recommend any family or friends to use their service. It should not be about quick cash as much as building customer relationship which unfortunately this office fails to do. Therefore it looses new customers.