Meet Dr.
Manika Agarwal

A board-certified

orthodontic specialist at AOS

Dr. Agarwal’s

Philosophy

Mixing Science & Art To Give You The Perfect Smile

Passionate About Making Beautiful Smiles

“I absolutely love what I do. I feel like orthodontics is a perfect mix of science and art. It’s social, it’s scientific, it’s artistic and it’s fun. I don’t feel like I’m coming to work every day. I honestly feel like I’m going to just do what I love.”
– Dr. Manika Agarwal

Family

Dr. Agarwal got married last summer to her husband Sumit. They live in downtown Chicago but are both originally from New Jersey. During their free time, they love cooking, travelling, skiing, spending time with family, and trying out the amazing restaurant scene Chicago has to offer.

Dr. Agarwal is excited to continue to meet and bring beautiful smiles to all the wonderful families in the community. She loves forming unique relationships with each of my patients and giving them a reason to smile.

Professional Associations

Dr. Agarwal is a board-certified orthodontic specialists and Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. She regularly participates in continuing education courses to stay current with all the advancements in orthodontics. Dr. Agarwal also maintains active memberships in professional orthodontic societies in order to provide the highest level of care and to stay up to date with the latest advances in technology.

  • American Association of Orthodontists
  • American Dental Association
  • Chicago Dental Society
  • Midwestern Society of Orthodontists

Education

Dr. Agarwal received her Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She then continued her education by obtaining her Doctorate of Dental Medicine degree with honors from the prestigious Ivy-League school, the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. During her time in Philly, she discovered her passion for orthodontics and decided to pursue her specialty training at the University of Illinois in Chicago, where she received her Certificate in Orthodontics and Masters in Oral Sciences.