Ankita Sharma, BDS, MDS, DMD

Dr. Ankita Sharma, BDS, MDS, DMD, is a skilled and compassionate dentist at Family Health Care in Baldwin, Michigan, where she provides comprehensive preventative and restorative dental services for patients of all ages. With a deep commitment to improving oral health outcomes in her community, Dr. Sharma combines clinical precision with a patient-centered approach to care. Her practice philosophy emphasizes education, prevention, and personalized treatment plans that help patients achieve lasting oral and overall wellness.

Dr. Sharma earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Boston University’s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Oral Biology and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology from Manipal College of Dental Sciences in India, where she also served as a resident and lecturer. Her background in oral pathology and clinical research has given her a strong foundation in diagnosis and complex case management. Dr. Sharma has also been recognized for her academic excellence, including receiving the prestigious TMA Pai Gold Medal for outstanding research.

Before joining Family Health Care, Dr. Sharma gained valuable experience practicing dentistry in both academic and clinical settings, including her role at Royal Dental in Michigan. Her professional interests include pain management, oral cancer treatment, and advancing access to quality dental care in underserved areas. Fluent in English and Hindi, Dr. Sharma takes pride in connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds and helping them feel confident in their smiles through compassionate and evidence-based care.

• Boston University - Doctorate of Dental Medicine, Dentistry
• Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore - MDS, Oral Biology and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
• Manipal College of Dental Sciences,Mangalore - BDS, Oral Biology and Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

• TMA Pai Gold Medal for outstanding research
• Certificate of Recognition
• Poster Presentation-2nd Prize
• Post Graduate Dissertation Grant for M.D/M.S/M.Ch/MDS
• Session Winner and Travel Grant recipient
• Innovation Day Award and Grant

• ADA
• International Papillomavirus Society
• Indian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

Clear Cell Odontogenic Carcinoma
Understanding patterns of invasion: a novel approach to assessment of podoplanin expression in prediction of lymph node metastasis in OSCC.
Rapidly Enlarging Swelling of the Palate: A Case Report
Dysgenetic Polycystic Disease of Minor Salivary Gland: A Rare Case Report and Review of the Literature
Vitality and accuracy of age estimation using tooth coronal index, cementum and sclerosis index.