Dr. Shalini Thakur – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Bangalore

Dr. Shalini Thakur is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with specialised expertise in oral oncosurgery and the multidisciplinary management of head and neck cancer patients. She practices at HCG Cancer Hospital, K. R. Road, Bengaluru, where she is associated with the Head and Neck Surgical Oncology Department.

Her primary clinical interest is oral onco surgery, with additional focus on interdisciplinary rehabilitation following head and neck cancer treatment and tobacco cessation. She is actively involved in helping patients regain important functions and improve quality of life following cancer surgery.

Dr. Shalini is also involved in clinical research related to head and neck cancers and has contributed to more than 20 publications in national and international scientific journals. Her academic achievements include a Best Paper Award at the National Conference on Oral Medicine and Radiology and recognition as a gold medallist during her academic training.

Along with surgical cancer care, she has contributed to integrated head and neck rehabilitation initiatives and participates in awareness programmes focused on preventing tobacco-related diseases. Her approach combines cancer surgery, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary care tailored to the individual needs of patients.

Oral Cancer Surgery

Surgical treatment of cancers affecting the oral cavity, planned according to the tumour location, stage and surrounding structures.

Head and Neck Cancer Surgery

Surgical management of selected cancers affecting the mouth, jaw and related head and neck structures.

Maxillofacial Tumor Surgery

Surgical treatment of tumours involving the jaw, facial bones and surrounding maxillofacial structures.

Tongue Cancer Surgery

Surgical management of tongue cancers with attention to cancer control and preservation of speech and swallowing function.

Jaw Tumor Surgery

Evaluation and surgical treatment of tumours affecting the upper or lower jaw and adjacent structures.

Neck Dissection

Surgical removal of affected lymph nodes in the neck when required as part of oral or head and neck cancer treatment.

Post-Cancer Oral Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation after oral cancer treatment to support speech, swallowing, nutrition and overall oral function.