Meet Our Accomplished Chief Dentist and Educator
Introduction
Meet the accomplished chief dentist and educator who has dedicated his life to changing the landscape of dentistry. Learn about his journey from graduation to becoming a renowned specialist and leader in the field.
Education and Specialization
In 1988, he graduated with honors from Annamalai University, Chidambaram. His passion led him to specialize in prosthodontics, focusing on the art and science of restoring smiles and oral function through crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, and more.
International Recognition
In 2003, he made history by becoming one of the first Indian dentists to receive a Diplomate in Oral Implantology from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, New York.
Establishing the iDentity Dental Clinic
After a decade of private practice, he founded the iDentity Dental Clinic in 2003. His vision was to offer world-class, painless, patient-centered, and affordable dental care.
Teaching and Mentorship
He’s not just a practitioner but a passionate teacher. With over a hundred lectures and workshops, he has groomed numerous dental professionals. Currently, he serves as the Professor and Head of the Department of Prosthodontics at Sri Venkateswara Dental College, Chennai.
Leadership and Advocacy
A natural leader, he has held prominent roles in top dental organizations. As the President of the Indian Prosthodontic Society in 2022, he spearheaded nationwide campaigns promoting prosthetic rehabilitation and dentistry.
Professional Involvement
His contributions extend to being a member of the Dental Council of India, past secretary cum treasurer, and past secretary and president of the Indian Dental Association, Madras Branch. He also holds positions in the Asian Academy of Prosthodontics and the Postgraduate Board of Studies at Kerala University of Health Sciences.
Authorship and Media Appearances
He’s the author of the widely acclaimed “Textbook of Prosthodontics” published by Elsevier, embraced by dental students nationwide. He’s also made appearances on popular local TV programs, including ‘Mangayar Choice,’ to raise dental awareness among women.
Academic Achievements
His pursuit of knowledge continues. He’s among the first Indian dentists to achieve a Fellowship and a Mastership in orofacial pain, dental sleep medicine, and temporomandibular disorders from Roseman University. He’s reached the pinnacle of academic achievement as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial Pain.
Contributions and Awards
As an authority in his field, he has contributed multiple articles to esteemed journals. Annamalai University recognized his contributions to dentistry with the ‘Distinguished Alumnus’ award.
Beyond Dentistry
Beyond dentistry, he’s an avid sports enthusiast, excelling in table tennis, tennis, golf, and cricket. He’s also passionate about music and theater, having performed in college music and theater productions.
Patient-Centric Care
At iDentity Dental Clinic, he and his team strive to provide patients with a comfortable and pleasant dental experience.
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