Meet Dr. Bala Sankurati

At LADD Dental Group, we are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered dental care to the families we serve. That commitment begins with surrounding our patients with compassionate, highly skilled providers, and we are excited to introduce the newest member of our dental team—Dr. Bala Sankurati!

Dr. Bala will be seeing patients at both our Kokomo and Peru locations, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome him to the LADD Dental Group family.

Dr. Bala brings an impressive academic background and a passion for excellence in dentistry. Before earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Indiana University School of Dentistry, he completed a Master of Public Health at The University of Texas at Arlington. His dedication to advancing dental care and improving patient outcomes has earned him numerous prestigious honors throughout his education.

While at the Indiana University School of Dentistry, Dr. Bala received:

The Dean's Award for Research Excellence
The International College of Dentists USA Section Student Leadership Award

These achievements reflect not only his commitment to clinical excellence but also his passion for research, leadership, and lifelong learning.

What truly sets Dr. Bala apart, however, is his genuine desire to build lasting relationships with his patients. He believes every patient deserves to be treated with compassion, respect, and personalized care. Whether you're visiting for a routine cleaning, restorative treatment, or to improve your smile, Dr. Bala is dedicated to helping you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way.

As a family-centered practice, we are thrilled to have Dr. Bala caring for patients throughout the Kokomo and Peru communities. His expertise, warmth, and commitment to excellence align perfectly with our mission of serving Indiana families with the highest level of dental care.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Bala Sankurati to LADD Dental Group! He looks forward to meeting you and your family and providing the exceptional dental care you deserve for years to come.

We can't wait for you to meet him!

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