Advanced Dental Implantology
Precision-placed single and multiple implants restoring function and aesthetics, mentored to Straumann KOL standards.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Mr Bharath Puttur
BDS, PGDDS, MFDS RCS (Edin.), FDS RCPS (Glasgow)
Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with a special interest in advanced dental implantology, complex reconstruction, and full-arch rehabilitation.
- 25+
- Years in surgery
- 2
- Royal College fellowships
- KOL
- Straumann key opinion leader
- National
- Trainer & examiner
About
Precision surgery, delivered with reassurance
Mr Bharath Puttur is a Locum Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with a special interest in advanced dental implantology. His practice spans full-arch rehabilitation, subperiosteal and extramaxillary implants, complex bone regeneration, and facial reconstruction.
Alongside his NHS consultant work, he is Clinical Director of The Ackerman Clinic in Hampshire and has held sub-specialty training in head and neck oncology, surgical dermatology, and distraction osteogenesis.
He is a Key Opinion Leader and mentor for Straumann implants, an educational supervisor for OMFS core trainees, and a panel member for the national recruitment of Dental Core Trainees for NHS England. He lectures and trains internationally in trauma, deformity surgery, and distraction osteogenesis.
Procedures
Comprehensive oral & maxillofacial expertise
From routine implants to the most complex reconstruction, treatment is planned with precision and tailored to each patient.
Subperiosteal & Extramaxillary Implants
Modern solutions for severely resorbed jaws, eliminating the need for extensive grafting in complex cases.
Bone Grafting & Regeneration
Complex osseo-regeneration and augmentation to rebuild volume and create a stable foundation for implants.
Full-Arch & Preprosthetic Surgery
Custom-made implant solutions and preprosthetic surgery for complete oral rehabilitation.
Distraction Osteogenesis
Staged bone lengthening of the maxilla and mandible for deformity and reconstruction.
Credentials & Education
A career built on training and teaching
Experience
Locum Consultant, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
2014 — PresentNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Director
PresentThe Ackerman Clinic, Hampshire
Regional Advisor, East of England
2022 — 2025Faculty of Dentistry, RCPS Glasgow
Locum Consultant, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
2013 — 2014Southampton General Hospital
Registrar, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
2009 — 2013Peterborough & Stamford Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Education & Fellowships
- 2021
FDS RCPS (Glasgow)
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow
- 2012
MFDS RCS (Edin.)
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- 2007
Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Sciences
Queen Mary, University of London
- 2004
BDS
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore
Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow
- Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
- S.O.R.G. Craniomaxillofacial Surgery Group
- Health Education England Faculty
- Dentinal Tubules Group
Upcoming Lectures
3 September 2026
Camouflage Surgery — Beyond Fillers
Royal Society of Medicine
22 — 25 October 2026
End of Grafting: Subperiosteal Implants in the Modern Surgical Armamentarium
S.O.R.G., Las Vegas
Consulting Locations
Available to consult at three clinics
Consultations and treatment are offered across the following practices. Please contact the relevant clinic to arrange an appointment.
Bond Dental — Marylebone
- Address
- 109 Gloucester Place, London, W1U 6JF
- Consulting
- By appointment
- Phone
- 020 7043 3007
The Ackerman Clinic — Hampshire
- Address
- Suite 2, 1 Ashley Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6BA
- Consulting
- Monday–Thursday, 9am–5pm
- Phone
- 01425 628987
Clinic Three — details to confirm
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Testimonials
Trusted by patients and colleagues
After years of being told I needed extensive grafting, Mr Puttur offered a subperiosteal solution that transformed my quality of life. His precision and reassurance were exceptional.
A true expert in his field. The 3D planning meant I knew exactly what to expect, and the result exceeded my hopes. I finally feel confident smiling again.
As a referring dentist, Mr Puttur is my first choice for complex implant and reconstruction cases. His communication and surgical outcomes are consistently outstanding.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
I manage a broad range of oral and maxillofacial conditions, with a special focus on dental implants, full-arch rehabilitation, bone loss, jaw deformity, TMJ disorders, and facial trauma reconstruction.
Referrals are welcomed from general dental practitioners and physicians, and self-referrals for private implant consultations can also be arranged. Please get in touch to discuss your case.
These modern techniques allow implants to be placed in patients with severe bone loss without the need for extensive grafting, often reducing treatment time and the number of surgical stages.
Yes. Complex reconstruction, orthognathic surgery, and custom implant cases are planned using 3D imaging and custom fixations to improve accuracy, predictability, and outcomes.
I practise across NHS and private settings in the East of England and Hampshire. Please contact me to arrange a consultation at the most convenient location.
Contact
Book a consultation
For patient consultations, referrals, and speaking enquiries, please get in touch. I welcome referrals from dental and medical colleagues.
- Phone
- 07809 576046
- Practice
- The Ackerman Clinic, Hampshire
- Suite 2, 1 Ashley Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6BA