Dr. ANITHA  ALAGESHAN – ORTHODONTIST

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

1. Reader in Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics in Al-Ameen Dental College – Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, August 2016 onwards.
2. Worked as Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics in A. J. Institute of Dental Sciences – Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, from November 2011 to January 2016.
3. Worked as Consultant Orthodontist in Dr. Rohan Mascarenhas’s Orthodontic & Dental Clinic and Dr. Suryakanth Pai’s Densure Clinic; Mangalore, from November 2011 to January 2016.

• Serving as Reviewer for British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research since 2016.
• Serving as Editor for SciFed Dental and Oral Research Journal since 2016.
• Serving as Assistant Editor for Lawarence Press since 2016.
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D Scholar) from Yenepoya University, Jan 2012 (Ongoing).
• Post Graduate Diploma in Bioethics and Medical Ethics (PGDBEME) from Yenepoya University, Jan 2014.
• Cleared Part-II (written test) of Indian Board of Orthodontics, Feb 2011.
• Masters in Dental Surgery (M.D.S) from Yenepoya Dental College – Yenepoya University, May 2011.
• Bachelors in Dental Surgery (B.D.S) from A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences –  Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, March 2008.

AWARDS

• “Kalmegh Award for Innovation & Research in Dentistry of The Year” – Famdent awards, Mumbai 2016.
• Best oral presentation at “National Conference on Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications” – Yenepoya University, Mangalore 2017.

RESEARCH SKILLS

• Primary Patent holder for a material – “Composite Coating on Metal Strips for Orthodontic Application”. Provisional patent is approved under Yenepoya University.
• Primary Patent holderfor a device – “Laser Guided Automated Calibrating Positioning System for Bracket Placement”. Complete patent is approved under Yenepoya University. Patent Application no – 2304 /CHE/2011 dated 5.7.11
• D Scholar Thesis on “In vitro Evaluation of Tribological Factors in Improving the Efficacy of Fixed Mechanotherapy in Orthodontics”.
• PGDBME Project Work on ““Assessment of Knowledge and Awareness among Practicing Orthodontists in Dakshina Kannada with regard to Informed Consent in Clinical Practice And Research”
• Master’s Thesis on “Evaluation of Efficacy of a Calibrated Positioning System for Bracket Placement”.
• Library Dissertation on “Automation in Orthodontics”.

PUBLICATIONS

• “Finite element analysis for stress-strain distribution in bracket-archwire configuration” – International Journal of Current Research, 2017;9(6):52645-48. *Pubmed Indexed
• “Comparison of buccal and palatal cortical bone thickness changes during en-masse retraction using skeletal anchorage – A CBCT study” – International Journal of Current Research, 2017;9(4):1-7. *Pubmed Indexed
• “Carbon Naonotubes in Orthodontics” – Research & Reviews: Journal of Dental Sciences, 2017;5(1):84-86. Short communication.
• “Active Lingual Retainer – A case series” – Webmed Central, 2016;7(8):1-7.
• “Informed Consent in Orthodontics – An Ethical Consideration” – Latin American Journal of Orthodontics and Pedodontics, 2015;41:1-6.
• “An Automated Calibrated Orthodontic Bracket Placement Device” – SIIC Database, 2015. Short Communication.
• “Knowledge and Awareness of Informed Consent among Orthodontists and Patients: A pilot study” – Contemporary Clinical Dentistry, 2015;6:S242-7. *Pubmed Indexed
• “Anterior Malar Projection as a Guideline for Midface Esthetics: An Alternative View” – Journal of Postgraduate Dentistry, 2015;5(1):21-24.
• “Automation in Orthodontics” – 1^sted; Lambert Academic Publishing, 2015. ISBN: 978-3-659-45373-1.
• “Laser Guided Automated Calibrating System for Accurate Bracket Placement” – Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, 2015;5(1):42-44. *Pubmed Indexed
• “Tribology: A New Frontier in Orthodontics” – Virtual Journal of Orthodontics, 2014;10(4): 11-17.
• “Fusion in Deciduous Mandibular Anterior Teeth-A Rare Case” – Dentistry, 2014.
• “Management of Gummy Smile with Botulinum Toxin Type-A: A Case Report” – Journal of International Oral Health, 2014;6(1):111-115. *Pubmed Indexed.

PRESENTATIONS

• Paper presentation: “Carbon Nanotubes Coated Archwire and Bracket: A Outlook in Orthodontics” – NBA, Mangalore, March 2017.
• Poster presentation: “New nanoparticle-reinforced archwires and brackets in orthodontics: A field-emission scanning electron microscope and atomic force microscope study” – 9^th KSTA, Bangalore, Dec 2016.
• Paper presentation: “Nanoparticle-reinforced archwires and brackets: A new frontier in orthodontics” – 51^stIOC, Goa, Nov 2016.
• Poster presentation: “Whose Right is it anyway? Knowledge and Awareness of Informed Consent among Orthodontists and Patients: The Empirical Reality” – 20^thAAEDC, Dubai, Feb 2016.
• Paper presentation: “Laser Triangulation Technique for Accurate Bracket Placement” – 48^thIOC, Ahmedabad, Nov 2013.
• Poster presentation: “Role of Tribology in Orthodontics” – 33^rdAnnual Conference of Indian Association of Biomedical Scientists, Nitte University, Mangalore, Nov 2013.
• Paper presentation: “A Laser Guided Automated Calibrating System” – 14^thIOS Post Graduate Student’s Convention, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, Jan 2010.
• Poster presentation: “Robodontics” – 13^thIOS Post Graduate Student’s Convention, Davangere, March 2009.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Life Member of the Indian Orthodontic Society – LM-2631.
• Karnataka State Dental Council – A-21725.
• Member of Bangalore Orthodontic Study Group.

CLINICAL SKILLS

• Certified member of Invisalign – Clear Aligners
• Certified member of Incognito Appliance System.
• Certified member of ClearPath Systems – Clear Orthodontics.
• Well acquainted with Lingual Orthodontics.
• Worked on Self-Ligating Systems such as Smart Clip-3M Unitek and Damon Bracket System.
• Also:
• Straight Wire Appliance – MBT.
• Tip-edge and Tip-edge Plus Appliance.
• Begg Appliance.
• NAM Techniques.
• Orthodontic intervention in Cranio-facial patients.
• Several cases performed with:
• Extra-oral devices like: Headgear, Facemask and Chincup.
• Myofunctional appliances like: Twin-Block, MIS.
• Habit-breaking appliances.
• Fixed Functional appliances like: Forsus, Powerscope.
• Maxillary expansion with RME, Quad helix.

WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

• “Invisalign Certification Course” – Bangalore, April 2017.
• “Workshop on Clinical Photography” – Bangalore, June 2016.
• “Research Methodology and Writing a Research Proposal” – Bangalore, August 2015.
• “Hands-on workshop on CBCT” – Mangalore, June 2015.
• “Intensive Short Training Course on Ethical Issues in Biomedical Research” – Mangalore, May 2014.
• “International Conference on Harmonization: Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) Guidelines” – Mangalore, May 2014.
• “Presentation Skills” – Mangalore, Dec 2013.
• “Incognito Certification Course” – Mumbai, June 2012.
• “The Clear Revolution in Orthodontics: A Hands on Course” – Mangalore, Dec 2010.
• “From Start to Finish for the Lingual Orthodontic Case: A Hands on Course” – Mangalore, Dec 2010.
• “Workshop on Cleft and Craniofacial Surgery” – Mangalore, Oct 2010.
• “Writing for Publication” – Mangalore, April 2010.
• “Modern Edgewise Mechanics: A Hands on Course” – Mangalore, March 2010.
• “Dento-Legal Aspects in Dental Practice” – Mangalore, Dec 2009.
• “Research Methodology” – Mangalore, Oct 2008.
• “National Workshop on Research Methodology and Scientific Publication” – Bangalore, June 2008.

CDE/CONFERENCE/CONVENTIONS ATTENDED

• “National Conference on Nanomaterials for Biomedical Applications” – Yenepoya University, Mangalore 2017.
• “9^thKarnataka Science and Technology Academy Annual Conference” – Bangalore, Dec 2016.
• “51^stIndian Orthodontic Conference” – Goa, Nov 2016.
• “20^thUAE International Dental Conference & Arab Dental Exhibition” – Dubai, Feb 2016.
• “Accelerating Orthodontic Mechanics – Current Trends and Biological Basis” & “How Hard is Ethical publishing” – Mangalore, June 2015.
• “Understanding the Damon System” – Mangalore, July 2014.
• “48^thIndian Orthodontic Conference” – Ahmedabad, Nov 2013.
• “Functional Occlusion and Self-Ligation and Treatment Efficiency” – Mangalore, Oct 2013.
• “Fundamentals of Epidemiology and Biostatistics” – Mangalore, March 2013.
• “17^thIOS P.G. Student’s Convention” – Mangalore, Feb 2013.
• “Lasers and Advanced Endodontics” – Mangalore, Jan 2013.
• “Current Trends of Tobacco Control in India and Dentists Role in Tobacco Control” – Mangalore, Dec 2012.
• “Recent Trends and Advances in Biomedical Research – An Integrated Approach” – Mangalore, Nov 2012.
• “Combined Orthodontic – Surgical Management of Dentofacial Deformities” – Mangalore, Jan 2012.
• “15^thIOS P.G. Student’s Convention” – Vishakapatnam, Feb 2011.
• “45^thIndian Orthodontic Conference” – Mangalore, Dec 2010.
• “Smart Orthodontics: Principles of Decision Making” – Mangalore, Dec 2010.
• “Naso-Alveolar Moulding for Cleft Lip and Palate” – Bangalore, Oct 2010.
• “Begin with the End in Mind” – Mangalore, July 2010.
• “Treatment Alternatives for Skeletal Class III Malocclusions” – Mangalore, June 2010.
• “Child Psychology and its Relevance in Dentistry” – Mangalore, May 2010.
• “Orthodontics – Gen Next” – Mangalore, March 2010.
• “14^thIOS P.G. Student’s Convention” – Chennai, Jan 2010.
• “44^thIndian Orthodontic Conference” – New Delhi, Nov 2009.
• “Tweed Merrifield Technique, Finishing Conundrum and Interdisciplinary Approach in Orthodontics: – Mangalore, Oct 2009.
• “Advances in Crown Bridge Concepts” – Mangalore, Sep 2009.
• “Orthodontics – A Matrix Unravelled” – Mangalore, Aug 2009.
• “13^thIOS P.G. Student’s Convention” – Davangere, March 2009.
• “Distraction Osteogenesis” – Mangalore, Feb 2009.
• “43^rdIndian Orthodontic Conference” – Mumbai, Dec 2008.
• “Pediatric Dental Anaesthesia” – Mangalore, Oct 2008.
• “Transverse Problems, Paradigm Shifts in Orthodontics and the Orthodontic Cornucopia” – Mangalore, Sep 2008.
• “IOS Mid-Year Convention” – Bangalore, Aug 2008.

 

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