About P. Pillay Dental
Gentle, ethical, and patient-centred — since 2010
Meet Pooveshni Pillay
Dental Therapist · Bachelor of Dental Therapy (UKZN, Dean's Commendation)
Pooveshni graduated from the University of KwaZulu-Natal with a Bachelor of Dental Therapy and a Dean's Commendation for academic excellence. She established P. Pillay Dental in 2010 with a clear vision: to provide gentle, ethical, patient-centred oral healthcare in a safe and friendly environment.
Over 16 years, she has built a practice grounded in preventive and restorative dentistry, where educating patients about their oral health is just as important as treating them. Her approach has earned an exceptional 5.0-star rating across more than 150 Google reviews — a testament to the trust and comfort her patients feel.
"My aim is to create a safe and friendly environment which allows my patients to feel comfortable and to leave my practice with a positive experience and improved oral health. I strive to provide the very best, caring and gentle treatment. I am passionate about preventative and restorative dentistry while educating my patients to consistently maintain good oral health."
— Pooveshni Pillay, Dental TherapistWhy Patients Choose Us
Gentle & Compassionate
Patients consistently praise Pooveshni's gentle touch and calming manner. If you've been avoiding the dental chair out of fear, you're in safe hands here.
Family-Focused
From your child's first dental visit to your own routine care, we provide a welcoming dental home for every member of your family.
16 Years of Experience
Established in 2010, P. Pillay Dental brings over a decade and a half of dedicated service to the Tongaat community.