Welcome to Brandon Dental Centre

Our attentive dentists and dental team are committed to providing you with the personalized dental care you deserve.

We provide a slate of dental services and treatment planning focused on preventive care, restorative procedures and cosmetic services to help you achieve excellent oral health. With convenient location and hours, quick check-up appointments, dental technology and support for anxious patients, we strive to make each and every appointment as comfortable, convenient and efficient as possible.

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Meet Our Brandon Dentists

Aiming for a straighter, whiter smile? Our team of dental professionals are here to help.

Our Dentists

Dr. James Wilkie

General Dentist

Dr. Jim Wilkie was born in Souris, Manitoba and grew up in Brandon. He obtained his degree in dentistry at the University of Manitoba in 1980. After practicing elsewhere in Manitoba for two years, Dr. Wilkie joined Brandon Dental Centre in 1982.

As a general dentist, Dr. Wilkie is well versed in examinations, fillings, crowns, root canals, extractions as well as partial and complete dentures.

He is married with two grown sons (and one grand dog). His hobbies include a passion for nature, horticulture, photography, history and music.
Dr. Jerry Baluta

General Dentist

Dr. Baluta will build a treatment plan for you that will meet your oral health needs whether they be simple or complicated restorative plans, braces, Invisalign® or anything in between.

He is a Member of the Canadian Dental Association, Manitoba Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, and the International Association of Orthodontics.

When not taking care of his patients, Dr. Baluta is a Clinical Instructor at U of M College of Dentistry for the last 10 years, a Chair of the Communications Committee at the Manitoba Dental Association (MDA) and he is also a member of the board at the Ukrainian Cultural and Education Centre.

He was honored to be the Recipient of the President’s Award of Merit from the MDA in 2017 for his long-term volunteer work and chairmanship of the Open Wide program at the MDA.

Dr. Baluta is married to his wife Olga and has 5 grown children all pursuing their individual passions. When Jerry has time to get out and enjoy the outdoors, he is an avid cyclist and golfer.
Dr. Harika Thatipalli

General Dentist

I am Dr. Harika Thatipalli, born and raised in India, and graduated dental school with a BDS degree in 2008. Before immigrating to Canada in 2016, I practised as a general dentist in India for over 6 years. Proud alumni of Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, London ON where I earned Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) in 2020 and practised for 2 years as a general dentist in the “Forest city” before moving to the “Wheat city”.

I believe that dentistry is a fascinating blend of “Art & Science”. Providing exceptional patient care is at the core of what I do, and the truly satisfying part of my job is when my patients are happy and leave with a smile. I am well versed with comprehensive initial assessments and treatment planning, restorations, crowns, root canals and extractions. I love to work with pediatric population.

Outside of the world of dentistry, I am a mother of two wonderful boys. In my free time I love to cook Indian cuisine, paint, play piano and have quality time with my husband Dr. Anurag Thatipalli and kids.

I am a strong believer of Karma- “What goes around comes around”. I strive to give my best to my profession, to the amazing team at Brandon dental centre, and to this beautiful city.

Welcome to Brandon Dental Centre

Preventive Guidance

Attentive Dentists

Full Service Offering

Current Technology

Convenient Location

Payment Options

Meet Our Brandon Dentists

Dr. James Wilkie

Dr. Jerry Baluta

Dr. Harika Thatipalli

Restorative Dental Services in Brandon

New Patients Always Welcome

Find Us in the Heart of Brandon