Faculty

Dr. Suneetha Rao
Professor & HOD
BDS, MDS, BHA,
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Dr.Suneetha Rao completed her graduation from Govt Dental College, Hyderabad, Osmania university and went ahead to expertise in the speciality of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge and Implantology from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, in the years 1991 & 1993 respectively. She completed under grad with distinction in physiology and biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, microbiology and gold medals in OMFS and Periodontics. During her senior residency program in BHU, she underwent a workshop & hands-on course in the then popular Frialit-2 implant system and guided tissue regeneration from J.VAN STRATEN MEDISCHE TECHNIEK, HOLLAND, and also underwent ceramic work training sponsored by dentsply in Mumbai . She was instrumental in setting up the implant and ceramic lab in the department at BHU. With a vast experience of 28 yrs in academics, she has a passion for teaching and learning.

She believes a good teacher is a student forever and strives to keep updated by attending conferences, conventions, continuing dental education programs in the speciality and otherwise . She has chaired and judged scientific sessions, table clinics, poster presentations in various speciality national conferences. She has to her credit the organizing of many CDE programs in the institute along with a strong and supportive team of junior faculties. She has been a resource person and scientific speaker in various forums. She co-spear headed the 18^th IPS National PG convention hosted by Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences in collaboration with IPS Bengaluru branch 2016 . She was part of the organizing committee in the two day Maxillofacial Prosthetics Symposium held at Sri Shankara Cancer Foundation in 2019 .

To enhance & improve teaching skills, participated in the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences programs on educational methodology , clinical research programs, training of trainers etc. To hone the clinical skills, she has undergone implant training at ISG in collaboration with ICOI (skill enhancement training in surgical and prosthetic aspects of implant by restoring dental implants on patients held at Mukha Facial Surgery and implant center Bangalore) under the able guidance of Dr.Girish Rao and Dr.Anand Krishna.

She is a member of the Vydehi head and neck oncology team . Believing that holistic healing is the way,she has started a special councelling program for the onco patients which include specific breathing techniques, easy and effective yoga stretches and soothing meditations. She has a special interest in the area of maxillo facial prosthetics , implantology , geriartrics ,tmd besides regular prosthodontics. Future endeavours are to establish a TMD center and geriartric councelling clinic and to incorporate alternate techniques for the holistic upliftment of the patients.

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Her additional qualifications and interests are :

PG Diploma in Hospital Administration in July 2012 from Medvarsity Online Limited and Apollo Hospital Educational and Research Foundation, Hyderabad.India.Contact Program in PG Diploma in Hospital Administration in Octobe2012 at Apollo Hospitals Bangalore.

Certified BCLS Instructor from Jeeva Raksha (Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movements Initiative) -2021

Certified C-ECLS Provider from Jeeva Raksha (Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movements Initiative) -2021

Trained Art of Living faculty – 2013

Certified Yoga Teacher ( 300 hrs ) from Sri Sri School of Yoga 2016.

Publications:

SL.NO	NAME OF THE TITLE	JOURNAL
1.	Evaluation Of Indigenous Casting Alloy For Fixed Restorations In Dentistry	Jpfa ,1992,Vol 5,
2	Periodontal Status And Treatment Needs Of An Adult Rural Community	Jpfa ,1993,Vol 7,
3	Oral Health Assessment Of An Adult Rural Community	Jpfa ,1994,Vol 8,
4	Gag Reflex – Etiology And Management- A Review	Kles Dental Journal Volume 2, May 2013
5	Rehabilitation Of Velopharyngeal Incompetency With The Palatal Lift Prosthesis.	Kles Dental Journal,2013, Vol 2, Issue 2,
6	A Three- Dimensional Finite Element Analysis Of Stress Distribution In The Cortical Bone In Single Tooth Implant And Post Core- Treated Tooth Subjected To Variable Loads.	International Journal Of Prosthodontics And Restorative Dentistry. January-March 2017 Issue 1
7	Maximum Stress Generated In A Single Tooth Implant In Post Core Treated Tooth Subjected To Variable Loads. A 3d Finite Element Analysis.	Kles Dental Journal,2017.Volume 6,
8	3d Finite Element Analysis To Determine The Modification Of Stresses In The Supporting Bone Of A Tilted Molar After Introduction Of A Fixed Dental Prosthesis .	Kles Dental Journal 2018, Volume 7.
9	Comparative Evaluation Of Microleakage In Three Core Materials With Conventional And Unconventional Placement Of Crown Margins – An In-Vitro Study.	Journal Of Chemical And Pharmaceutical Research,2018,10(1):13-20
10	Effect of a customised chairside Polishing Protocol for zirconia- A Comparative analysis.	Annals Of International Medical And Dental Research,2019;l5(4),
11	Comparative Evaluation Of Stress Distribution Of Three Direct Restorative Core Materials with Conventional And Unconventional placement Of Crown Margins Under Vertical And Oblique Forces-A 3d Finite Element Analysis.	E-Newsletter/ Journal Ips Bengaluru Branch;2019;l2;( 1).
12	A Two Piece Hollow Bulb-Hollow Denture Magnetic Obturator Prosthesis – An Innovative Technique,	International Journal Of Scientific Research
13	Effect Of Vertical Interarch Space,Implant Abutment Height And Diameter On Stresses In The Bone- A 3d Finite Element Analysis.	Annals Of International Medical And Dental Research 2020 JAN-FEB; l6(1),
14	Stress On Bone With Different Framework Materials And Cantilever Lengths -3d	Fea Journal Of Prosthodontic Dentistry.July to Dec. 2020-Vol. 15, Issue-2,
15	Association between dentofacial aesthetics and personality traits through the concept of visagism-a cross sectional study.	Journal of Prosthodontic dentistry.;Jan. to June. 2021-Vol. 16, Issue-1,
16	Bone evaluation qualitative and quantitative for implant success-an overview	Journal of Bangalore Prosthodontic forum,2021;3(1)
17	Clinical guide to border moulding and secondary impression in complete dentures.	International Journal of oral health dentistry 2021;7(4):1-7
18	Guardians of the temporomandibular joint: the occlusal splints- anoverview.	Archives of Dental Research 2022(2):60-68

Dr. Ashok K
Professor
BDS, MDS
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Dr. Ashok. K graduated from V.S.Dental college, Bengaluru, Karnataka in the year 2004 and Masters in Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge and Implantology from Sibar Institue of Dental Sciences, A.P in the year 2012. He secured University fourth rank in his speciality.

He took up dentistry to make the experience patient friendly and comfortable for those who are in need and he specialised in Prosthodontics and mastered it as it is a creative field which needs a lot of foresight to recreate what is lost with the motto of recreating what God has created. He pursued academics with a zeal to impart the vast knowledge and experience gained to the students to make them better dentists in rendering best services to the patients keeping in mind the end result and decrease the morbidity which occurs with age, negligence or due to maladies.

He has several International, National and State publications to his credit. He has attended number of speciality conferences, conventions, CDE programmes, live demos and hands on work shops to expand and enhance his knowledge.

He also has additional training in Educational Methodology from RGUHS , is a Certified C-ECLS Provider from Jeeva Raksha (Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movements Initiative) -2021.

He is Qualified and Certified BCLS Instructor from Jeeva Raksha (Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences and Swami Vivekananda Youth Movements Initiative)-2021

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Publications:

SL.NO	TITLE OF THE ARTICLE	JOURNAL
1	Examination,Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Complete Denture Therapy – A review.	Journal Of Orofacial Sciences,Vol 2,Issue 3,2010
2	Prosthodontic management of an adult ectodermal dysplasia patient with a maxillary tooth supported Overdenture and mandibular conventional Complete denture.	Indian Journal of Dental Reseach; 201526:229-23
3	Immediater Implant placement- to the rescue- A case report.	JBR Journal of Interdisciplinary Medicine and Dental Science.2016;Vol 4;Issue 3
4	Contralateral Esthetic management of patient with Facial nerve palsy using cheek plumper.	International Journal of Applied Dental Sciences. 2016; Vol 2 ,Issue 3
5.	Clinical guide to border moulding and secondary impression in complete dentures.	International Journal of oral health dentistry 2021;7(4):1-7
6.	Stresses generated in Completely edentulous and Partially edentulous arch rehabilitated with four implants: A comparative 3D FEA study.	International Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry.Vol 11,Issue 4 October –December 2021
7.	A roadmap for scientific publications. Part I.	International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry.2022;8(2);116-123
8.	A roadmap for scientific publications. Part II	International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry2022;8(2);124-127
9.	Guardians of the temporomandibular joint: the occlusal splints- anoverview.	Archives of Dental Research 2022(2):60-68

Dr. Athira Krishnan V
Reader
Department of Prosthodontics
Crown & Bridge and Implantology
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Dr. Athira Krishnan V completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Coorg Institute of Dental Sciences and her Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics from KLE Society’s Institute of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru.

She has a keen interest in academics and is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, clinical training and academic activities in Prosthodontics. With over seven years of teaching experience, she has presented scientific papers at national and international conferences, published in peer-reviewed journals and undertaken research projects. She has also been involved in organising and mentoring various academic and professional programmes and is also a member of the International Team for Implantology.

She has completed courses in Dental Photography and Health Research Fundamentals through NPTEL, reflecting her interest in clinical documentation, academic research and evidence-based dentistry.

Her academic and clinical interests include implantology, aesthetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, and fixed and removable prosthodontics, with a particular interest in incorporating contemporary digital technologies into prosthodontic practice and education.

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Awards

Sl No.	Award	Title	Date	Venue	Event	State/ National
1.	Best Paper	Chitosan Biomaterial: A new alternative to chemical denture cleansers	15/11/2018 to 18/11/2018	Mangalore, Karnataka	46^th IPS Conference	National
2.	First Place	Prosthodontic Quiz	02/02/2019 to 03/02/2019	MRADCH, Bangalore	Proficiency Unlimited- The Prosthodontic Conference and Master Class Program	National
3.	Best Paper	Diabetes and Dental Implants: An update of Evidence	30/11/24	50^th Karnataka State & 9^th Interstate Dental Conference	Babu Jagjivanram Auditorium & Training Centre, Bengaluru	State

Publications

Sl No.	Title of the Paper	Name of the Journal	ISSN Number	Name of the indexing database
1	Systematic Application of Hobo Twin-stage Approach to Rehabilitate Worn Dentition: A Case Report	The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice 2025 Volume 26 Issue 2	1526-3711	Pubmed, Medline
2	Chitosan- A Biological Alternative to Chemical Denture Cleansers	Internati onal Journal of Innovati ve Science 2019 Volume 6, Issue 9	2348-7968	Scopus
3.	Tooth Supported Overdenture with precision attachment: A case report	KLES Dental Journal

Acheivements

Sl No.	Achievement	Date	Venue	Event	State/ National
1.	Participation	25/11/2017 to 26/11/2017	Srirampura, Hosdurga	Free complete denture camp by GDCRI and Health & Family Welfare, Chitradurga	State
2.	Participation	2021	Bowring & Lady Curzon Hospital	Mucormyosis Rehabilitation Camp organised by IPS Bengaluru & Bowring & Lady Curzon Hospital	State
3.	Chairing Scientific session	30/11/24	50^th Karnataka State & 9^th Interstate Dental Conference	Babu Jagjivanram Auditorium & Training Centre, Bengaluru	State
4	Chairing Scientific session	17/01/24 to 19/01/24	22^nd Asia Pacific Implant Society Conference	Royal Orchid Resort & Convention Centre, Bangalore	International
5.	Moderator	24/08/25	Preconference Course 2^nd UG National Convention	KLES Institute of Dental Sciences, Bangalore	National
6.	Organising Committee member	25/08/25 to 26/08/25	2^nd UG National Convention	V.S Dental College, Bengaluru	National

Presentations/ Guest Lecture

Sl No.	Title	Presentation	Event	Date &Venue	State/ National
1.	3D Stereo photogrammetry	Poster	44^th IPS Prosthodontic Society Conference	Navi Mumbai 1/12/2016 to 4/12/2016	National
2.	Implant biomaterials- A review	Paper	IPS Karnataka branch 5^th State Conference	KLEVK Institute of Dental Sciences, Belagavi 9/3/2017 to 11/03/2017	State
3.	Conservative tooth preparations	Table Clinic	19^th IPS PG convention	16/06/2017 to 18/07/2017 Seema Dental college & Hospital, Rishikesh	National
5.	Chitosan Biomaterial: A new alternative to chemical denture cleansers	Paper	46^th IPS Conference	Mangalore, Karnataka 15/11/2018 to 18/11/2018	National
9.	Tooth Supported Overdenture with Stud Attachments: A Case Series	Faculty poster	Dentist convention 2023	22/09/23 KLEPU College, Nagarabhavi	State
10.	Low level lasers: A Novel Approach in the Treatment of Oral candidiasis	Faculty paper	51st IPS National Conference	08/12/23 to 10/12/23 Dr Shyam Prasad Mukherjee stadium- Goa.	National
13.	Diabetes and Dental Implants: An update of Evidence	Faculty paper	50^th Karnataka State & 9^th Interstate Dental Conference	30/11/24 Babu Jagjivanram Auditorium & Training Centre, Bengaluru	State
14.	Photobiomodulation in Implant Dentistry: Advancing Osseointegration and Periimplant Healing	Faculty paper	22^nd Asia Pacific Implant Society Conference	17/01/24 to 19/01/24 Royal Orchid Resort & Convention Centre, Bangalore	International
16	Applied Anatomy and Physiology in Dental Implantology	Guest Lecture	Preconference Course 2^nd UG National Convention	24/08/2025 KLE institute of Dental Sciences, Bangalore	National
17	From Extraction to Function: Exploring the concept of immediacy in implants	Faculty Paper	53^rd IPS National Conference	05/12/25 to 07/12/25 Cidco Exhibition and Convention Centre, Vashi, Navi Mumbai	National
18	Removable Complete Dentures: Enhancing Legacy with Technology	Gurukul session	26/04/2026 28^th IPS PG Convention	KLE Convention Centre, Belagavi	National
19	Hard and soft tissue healing in Prosthodontics	Guest Lecture	25/08/26 Prostho sprint: The comprehensive master class 2026 by IPS Bengaluru	DAPMRV Dental college, Bengaluru	National

Faculty Development Programmes attended

Sl No.	Title	Date	Venue	State/National/ International
1.	Basic course in educational methodology by RGUHS	26/09/19 to 27/09/19	KLES Institute Dental Sciences, Bangalore	State
2.	Health Research fundamentals by NPTEL	2020	Online	National
3	International Masterclass in Scientific writing	05/07/21 to 07/03/21	Online	International
4	Dental photography	11/12/ 2021 to 13-12-2021	Bangalore	National
5	Project- Quality Initiatives in Theory Based Assessment (Pro-QIT)	16/02/24 and 20/02/24	KLES Institute Dental Sciences , Bangalore	Institution

Dr Siddharth Venugopal
Senior Lecturer
Department of Prosthodontics
Crown & Bridge and Implantology
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Dr Siddharth Venugopal is a dental professional with a specialization in Prosthodontics, Crown & Bridge and Implantology. He completed his undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from Dayananda Sagar College Of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru in 2019.

He pursued his postgraduate education and obtained his Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics, Crown & Bridge and Implantology from Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Center, Bengaluru in 2024

His areas of professional interest include contemporary prosthodontic treatment planning, Crown and Bridge procedures and implant prosthodontics.

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