Faculty

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BDS – H.K.E.S Dental College, Gulbarga
MDS – 2000 – College of Dental Surgery, Manipal.
Professional Affiliations:
- Certified for Direct Printed Aligners (DPA) – Graphy Inc. (Republic of Korea) .
- Certified in In-House Aligner Systems.
- Life member – Indian Academy of Orofacial Genetics. Life member – Indian Orthodontic Society.
- Fellow of the Academy of General Education (FAGE), Manipal.
- Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy.
- Executive Committee member elect Indian Orthodontic Society (2019- Present).
2026
- April 2026: Speaker; Recipient of Certificate of Excellence – Aligner Knowledge Forum, Ragas Dental College & Hospital (organized by MOSG / IOS).
- February 2026: Chairperson (Scientific Sessions) – 29th IOS National PG Convention, Rajahmundry.
2025
- 2025: Scientific Chairperson – 59th Indian Orthodontic Conference (59th IOC 2025), Visakhapatnam.
- July 2025: Workshop Conductor – Clear Aligner Therapy, Vishnu Dental College (12 DCI Credit Points).
- November 2025: Resource Person – Introduction to Aligners and Clinical Applications, VDC Academy of Continuing Education (ACE).
2023
- 2023: Invited Guest Speaker – 3D Orthodontics and Its Application, Tagore Dental College.
- Invited Guest Lecture on Direct printed Aligners at the 2nd Invisible Symposium 2023, GITAM Dental College, Visakhapatnam.
2022
- 2022: Invited Guest Speaker – Class III Malocclusion: A Clinical Dilemma, KLE Society’s Institute of Dental Sciences.
- Guest lecture presented at the 56th IOC, Pune (September 2022) on molar distalization using IZCs.
2021
- 2021: Invited Guest Speaker – Orthodontic-Surgical Interface, Manav Rachna Dental College.
- Chairperson at scientific session at the 55th Indian Orthodontic Conference (September 2021).
- Scientific Committee member at Orthosynergy by IOS (May 2021).
2017
- Photography in Orthodontics – GSL, Rajahmundry (2017).
2016
- Standard Edgewise technique Typhodont, St. Joseph Dental College, Eluru (2016).
- Deep bite correction – A learning curve, GSL Dental College, Rajahmundry (2016).
2002
- Supernumerary teeth – An Orthodontic Concern presented at the 1st Interstate, 31st Karnataka State Dental Conference, Mangalore (2002).
- Treatment of twins – Two approaches presented at the 1st Interstate, 31st Karnataka State Dental Conference, Mangalore (2002).
2001
- Tongue Volume, Pressure and Size with and without Bimaxillary Protrusion in Kerala Subjects – Comparative Study Evaluation presented at the Asian and 36th Indian Orthodontic Conference, Cochin (21st September 2001).
2000
- Comparative evaluation of gingival response to Fuji IX glass ionomer cement and right on composite resin. Indian Society of Dental Research Annual Conference and Symposium on “ART” restorations in Chennai (2000).
1999
- Unusual Supernumerary teeth presented at the Academy of Orofacial Genetics, Mangalore (1999).
1998
- Magnetodontics presented at the Society for Biomaterials and Artificial Organs, Trivandrum (November 1998).
- Cephalometric evaluation of bilateral asymmetry presented at the 34th Indian Orthodontic Society Conference (Bangalore).

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BDS – 1998 – Ragas Dental College & Hospital, chennai– The Tamilnadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai
MDS – 2001 – Ragas Dental College & Hospital, chennai– The Tamilnadu Dr MGR Medical University, Chennai
Professional Affiliations:
- Life member Indian Orthodontic Society
- Life Member IDA
- Faculty Development Workshop for Indian Association of Oral Medicine & Radiology Members at VEDIC, Hyderabad, 30.09.2016 to 02.10.2016.
- Faculty Development Workshop on “Educational Science & Technology” at Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, 21.04.2016 to 23.04.2016.
- DCI Inspector from 2/8/2021 to 3/8/2021 for ARMY DENTAL COLLEGE HYD
- DCI Inspector from 7/08/2021 to 8/8/2021 for TAGORE DENTAL COLLEGE CHENNAI
- DCI Inspector from 16/08/2021 to 17/08/2021 for Karpagar Vinayagar Dental College
- DCI Inspector from 8/9/2021 to 9/9/2021 for Inderprastha dental college and hospital, Zhaziabad

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 1997 – College of Dental Sciences , Manipal.
MDS – 999 – Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal.
Professional Affiliations:
- Life Member Indian Orthodontic Society
- Life Member IDA

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BDS – Gitam Dental College, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, 2010, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India.
MDS – April, 2015 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, A.P. Dr NTR UHS, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
- Surgical Enucleation of Dentigerous cyst and forced eruption of Impacted teeth at 3rd Women’s Dental Conference, 2018 – First prize for paper presentation.
- Evaluating patient’s attitude towards pain and discomfort after placement of posterior GIC bite blocks and thereby assessing for any changes in the dento-alveolar structures especially in those requiring bite opening. It helps us understand the biology of adaptation of the tissues to simple methods adopted by clinicians to facilitate uninterrupted treatment.
- Assessing the change in micro flora after the use of Probiotics and thereby evaluating its importance in maintaining a disease free oral environment in patients undergoing Orthodontic therapy.
2026
- Guest Speaker – Webinar (Online) – Adjunctive Orthodontics for Meghana Institute of Dental Sciences (2026).
2025
- Guest Lecture & Chairperson for Scientific Sessions at the 59th Indian Orthodontic Conference (IOC), Visakhapatnam (28th–30th Nov 2025).
- Guest Speaker: Digital Trends in Pediatric Dentistry at the Dr. NTRUHS Zonal CDE Program, Vishnu Dental College (2025).
2023
- Guest Lecture: Digital Workflow at Vishnu Dental College (2023).
2022
- Paper Presentation: Class III Mechanics at the 56th Indian Orthodontic Conference, Pune (2022).
2021
- Guest Lecture: “Knowledge Engineering – When Machine Starts to Think?” (Artificial Intelligence) at the 55th Indian Orthodontic Conference (24th–26th December 2021).
2017
- Presentation: Correction of Class II Malocclusion by second molar extraction and en-masse distalization using skeletal anchorage at Showcase, Saveetha Dental College (2017).
- Presentation: Muscle deprogramming and mandibular arch distalization to correct facial asymmetry in a growing patient at Saveetha Dental College (2017).
2016
- Guest Lecture: Biological Basis of Orthodontic Therapy at Vishnu Dental College (2016).
2015
- Guest Lecture: CBCT Imaging in Orthodontics – A 3D Imaging at CDE Oral Surgery, Vishnu Dental College (2015).
2012
- Presentation: Mishaps in Orthodontics at the 17th IOS PG Convention (2012).
Year
- Presentation: Surgical Enucleation of Dentigerous Cyst and Forced Eruption of Impacted Teeth at the 3rd Women’s Dental Conference.
- Presentation: Public Awareness Regarding Orthodontics at the 48th Indian Orthodontic Conference.
- Presentation: Magical Loops – A Loop to Line Your Teeth at the IDA TNGDC PG Convention.
- Presentation: Miniesthetics and Microesthetics.

AboutResearchPublicationsAwards & RecognitionsPaper/Poster presentations
BDS – October 2010 Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, A.P. Dr NTR UHS, Vijayawada
MDS – April, 2016 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, A.P. Dr NTR UHS, Vijayawada
Professional Affiliations:
- Life member IOS
- INVISALIGN PROVIDER
- Membership in Orthodontics from Royal College Of Surgeons, Edinburgh (Morth RCS,Ed)
- Faculty Exchange Program Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, September 2017.
- Membership in World Federation of Orthodontist.
- International Member of American Association Of Orthodontists.
- Third molar agenesis and associated dental anomalies among orthodontic patients. The prevalence of third molar agenesis in this geographical region and the results could serve as an important hypothesis for evaluation in future studies in the quest of improving our knowledge on the etiology of agenesis of third molars.
- Knowledge of Orthodontic Treatment among Patients attending a dental institute: A cross-sectional questionnaire study. Guide for UGSRS 2021.
- Knowledge and Awareness about retention Protocol in Patients Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment. A questionnaire based study. Guide for UGSRS 2023.
- Assessment of perception and knowledge of dental students regarding Digital Dentistry. A cross sectional Questionnaire Study. Guide for UGSRS 2024.
- AI-driven Assessment of over thinking and decision making among Dental Students in Clinical Scenarios. Guide for UGSRS 2025.
2026
- Prakash, Varma PK, Priya CV, Kandikatla P, Babu NH, Manojna NL. Biomechanical impact of attachment design on canine retraction and stress patterns following first premolar extraction: An in silico study. APOS Trends Orthod.
- Perumalla BP, Kandikatla P, Bhupathi A, Manda A, Varma PK, Babu H. Assessing colour stability of direct printed and thermoformed aligners: An in vitro study on aesthetics longevity. International Orthodontics. 2026 Jun 1;24(2):101105.
- Chang, T. R., Pradeep, K., Padma Priya, C. V., Anoosha, M., Hari Babu, N., & Sodhi, A. S. (2026). Effect of Immediate Loading on the Stability of Orthodontic Mini‐Implant—An Ex Vivo Study. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research.
2025
- Khan, Azaram Mohamad1; Attar, Juberahamad Rajjak2; Chawdhary, Abrar Ahad2; Datla, Praveen Kumar Varma3; Mishra, Vishveshwar4; Kandikatla, Pradeep5. A Prospective Clinical Trail to Evaluate the Role and Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Type-A for Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy. Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences ():10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_1496_24, February 28, 2025.
- Khan AM, Attar JR, Chawdhary AA, Datla PK, Mishra V, Kandikatla P. A Prospective Clinical Trail to Evaluate the Role and Efficacy of Botulinum Toxin Type-A for Masseter Muscle Hypertrophy. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2025 Sep 1;17(Suppl 3):S2347-9.
- Negi P, Srinivasalu DV, Kumar OR, Kandikatla P, Dewan H, Kommuri S, Patel V. Evaluation of Longevity in Immediate and Delayed Loading of Crowns in Single-Piece Implants: A Prospective Study. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2025 Oct 13:10-4103.
- Mohanty B, Kolekar S, Adarsh K, Fatma N, Kandikatla P, Datla PK, Kubavat AK. Evaluation of Relapse in Orthodontic Treatment in Pediatric Patients: A Clinical Study. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2025 Dec 1;17(Suppl 5):S3509-11.
- Konakanchi A, Alla RK, Rao SP, Kandikatla P, Ganta GK, Vallabhaneni S. Dental Amalgam Waste in Dentistry: Sources, Environmental Impact and Management Strategies. International Journal of Dental Materials. 2025;7(04):109-19.
2024
- Pasupuleti MK, Penmetsa GS, Ponnapati K, Yalla S, Salwaji S, Kandikatla P. Assessment of awareness,knowledge and attitude towards oral health among Sri Vishnu knowledge and attitude towards oral health among Sri Vishnu Educational Society students, Bhimavaram, India during COVID-19 health crisis. Front Oral Maxillofac Med 20.
- Sahoo, Sanjay Kumar1; Chekka, Manjunath2; Chawla, Riddhi3; Naimatullah, Mohammed Nehal4; Misra, K. Kumar5; Kandikatla, Pradeep6; Prashant, M. C.7. Comparative Study of Mini-implants versus Standard Implants in Orthodontic Anchorage for Space Closure. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences 16(Suppl 3):p S2458-S2460, July 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_310_24.
- Kambala, M. L. R., Dalli, S. R., Kandikatla, P., & Marna, A. K. (2024). Biodegradable materials in dentistry: A comprehensive review of current trends. International Journal of Dental Materials, 6(3), 70-76.
2023
- Reddy , V. S., Priya , C. V. P., Bhupathi, P. A., Datla , P. K. V., Manda , A., Kandikatla , P., & Alla, R. K. (2023). In-vitro Effectiveness of Herbal Mouthwashes on the Force Degradation of Two Orthodontic E-chains. UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY, 44(8), 40–46.
- Manda A, Mahendra TV, Pradeep K, Babu NH, Velagala SK. Assessment of Knowledge of the DCI Point System among Orthodontists associated with a Dental College to Develop a Colour-coded Guide of Orthodontics Journals. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH. 2023 Jun 1;17(6):ZC15-8.
- Polineti P, Manda A, Kandikatla P, Padmapriya CV, Datla PK, VD T, Mahendra V. A Comparative Evaluation of the Shear Bond Strength of Two Different Orthodontic Bonding Agents on Artificial Crown Surfaces: An Invitro Study.
- RS Usha Sree, D Praveen Kumar Varma, Pradeep Kandikatla, M. Anoosha, N. Hari Babu, Galam Raviteja. Glass Fiber Layer Effect on Chemico-mechanical Properties of Light Cure Adhesive Systems. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2023; 11(1): 1–9p.
- Devi AH, Manda A, Priya CP, Datla PK, Kandikatla P, Babu NH, Alla RK. Correlation of Sagittal Skeletal malocclusion and Growth patterns between Digital and Conventional Dermatoglyphics. UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY. 2023 Jul 10;44(13):106-14.
- Marella Y, Chandu VC, Almalki A, Bommireddy V, Lanka D, Kandikatla P. Development and psychometric validation of the orthodontic health literacy tool. Indian J Dent Res 2023;34:2-7
- Knowledge And Awareness of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs)Among Post Graduate Residents A Multicenter Retrospective Survey.IntJOrthodRehabil2023;14(3)20-29.
2018-2022
- Kandikatla P, Kallepalli SS, Ravada SUS, Chiluvuri P. Materials used to maintain integri- ty of enamel in Orthodontics: an update. Int J Dent Mater 2021;3(4): 127-133.
- Kandikatla P, Pandraveti RR, Bommireddy V, Darisi R, Kapalavayi A, Karra SR. Differential manifestation of COVID-19 anxiety and adherence to precautionary measures as a function of socioeconomic status: A longitudinal study in coastal Andhra Pradesh. J Prim Care Spec 2021;2:85-90.
- Krishna Kishore R, Jeevan M, Pradeep K, Anoosha M, Padma Priya CV, Praveen Varma D. Face Mask with ALT RAMEC- A Case Report. J Med SciClin Res. 2019;7(2):172-178.
- Harsha GVD, Anoosha M, Pradeep K, Padmapriya CV, Ravi Varma M, UshaSree RS. Fibre Reinforced composite and surface coated esthetic archwires: a review. Int J Dent Mat;1(3):85-88.
- Meesala N, Harsha GV, Kandikatla P, Karteekvarma PV, Nandakuditi SR, Kakarapathi sk. Measuring the impact of COVID 19 on mental helthas a preliminary procedure in primary care provision: A cross-sectional study using COVID-19 anxiety scale. J Family Med Prim Care 2020;9:5554-8.
- Yaragani A, Sushuma KV, Guduri V, Thirumalasetty SS, Vishnubhotla G, Kandikatla P,et al. The influence of tobacco consumption on periodontal health: A stratified analysis based on type of tobacco use. J Family Med Prim Care 2020;9:2061-6
- Sreedevi KS, Kandikatla P, Padma Priya CV, Varma DP, Anoosha M, Babu NH. Smartphone-based Cephalometric Tracing App versus Computerized Cephalometric Tracing Program for Orthodontic Cephalometric Analysis: How Reliable? J Res Adv Dent 2022;13(1):1-5.
- Raviteja G et al.,Comparison of Bond Strengths of Nano and Microhybrid Flowable Composites for Orthodontic Bonding: An Invitro Study Journal of Polymer & composites2022:10(3):1-8.
- J, Ravada US, Kandikatla P, Kumar A, Varma PK, Thakur S, et al. Role of orthodontic tooth movement on temporomandibular joint: An original research. J Pharm Bioall Sci
2022;14:S264-6.
- Third best paper presentation for Bilateral congenitally missing permanent mandibular canines in a non-syndromic male subject: A very rare case report. At IDA TNGDC PG convention.
- Second best Table clinic presentation for Temporomandibular Joint: A Dynamic Model at 19th IOS PG Convention 2015, Bangalore.
- Third prize in QUIZ atRayala Andhra Orthodontic Study Group (RAOSG) Convention.
- Session best paper presentation for Swift Orthodontics-Rap at 37th AP State Dental Conference.
- Best paper presentation for Fate of Transmigrated canine . A success story, at Showcase, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai.
- Torquing rachet for orthodontic mini implant IOS Conference 2019 – 3rd WINNER
- Second best poster in 55th IOC 2021.
- Session Best Paper Presentation at 41st AP State Dental Conference, Vishakhapatnam 2022.
2026
- Guest speaker in Kalinga PG Academic RECAP 3 held on 24th June 2026, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar.
2025
- Guest Lecture & Chairperson for Scientific Sessions at the 59th Indian Orthodontic Conference (IOC), Visakhapatnam (28th–30th Nov 2025).
- Guest Speaker: Clinical Dental Photography at the Dr. NTRUHS Zonal CDE Program at Sree Sai Dental College & Research Institute, Srikakulam (30th Aug 2025).
2023
- Guest Speaker: Beyond Braces: A Pathway To Aligners at the Dr. YSRUHS Zonal CDE Program at St. Joseph Dental College, Eluru (29th Dec 2023).
- Guest Speaker: Orthodontic Clear Aligner Masterclass at the CDE Program at Meghna Institute of Dental Sciences, Nizamabad (27th Oct 2023).
- Paper Presentation: Direct Printed Aligners at the 42nd AP State Dental Conference, Vijayawada.
2022
- Poster Presentation: “Fate of A Transmigrated Canine: A Success Story” at the 56th IOC (Indian Orthodontic Conference), Pune (2022).
- Paper Presentation: “Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry: Boon or Bane. A Look into the Future” at the 41st AP State Dental Conference, Visakhapatnam (2022).
2021
- Poster Presentation: “Corticotomy Facilitated Orthodontics in Severe Mandibular Anterior Crowding” (Corticotomy assisted expansion) at the 55th Indian Orthodontic Conference (IOC), Amritsar (24th–26th December 2021).
2017
- Paper Presentation: “Fate of Transmigrated Canine. A Success Story” at Showcase, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai (2017).
2016
- Paper Presentation: “Swift Orthodontics-Rap” at the 37th AP State Dental Conference (2016).
2015
- Table Clinic: “Temporomandibular Joint: A Dynamic Model” at the 19th IOS PG Convention, Bangalore (2015).
2014
- Poster Presentation: “Conditions requiring braces” at the 48th Indian Orthodontic Conference (2014).
- Poster Presentation: “Can the facial form be changed by aesthetic mandibular surgeries?” at the 7th Annual Conference Andhra Pradesh State Chapter AOMSI (2014).
- Poster Presentation: “Obstructive sleep apnea – an orthodontic perspective” at SAMVID, Hyderabad (2014).
- Table Clinic: “Smartphones in orthodontic practice” at the 18th IOS PG Convention, Meerut (2014).
2013
- Paper Presentation: “Bilateral congenitally missing permanent mandibular canines in a non-syndromic male subject: A very rare case report” at the IDA TNGDC PG Convention (2013).

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 2014 – Vishnu Dental College & Hospital, Visakhapatnam., Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
MDS – 2020 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
2026
- Chang, T. R., Pradeep, K., Padma Priya, C. V., Anoosha, M., Hari Babu, N., & Sodhi, A. S. (2026). Effect of Immediate Loading on the Stability of Orthodontic Mini‐Implant—An Ex Vivo Study. Orthodontics & Craniofacial Research.
- Karri K, Manojna NL, Padma Priya CV, Alla R, Uyyala V, Haribabu N. Effect of printing layer thickness on the mechanical properties of a direct-printed orthodontic aligner resin: An in vitro study. APOS Trends Orthod.
- Prakash, Varma PK, Priya CV, Kandikatla P, Babu NH, Manojna NL. Biomechanical impact of attachment design on canine retraction and stress patterns following first premolar extraction: An in silico study. APOS Trends Orthod
2025
- Bypalli V, Pasupuleti MK, Yaganti MV, Penmetsa GS, Ramesh MV, Haribabu N, Mounika SV. A data analysis of periodontal health services provided during COVID-19 pandemic in a dental institute. Indian Journal of Forensic and Community Medicine. 2025;12(2):86-90.
- Kaur P, Mahapatra N, Roja NL, Salama MT, Haribabu N, Ausare SS, et al. Prospective evaluation of emerging paradigms and evidence based practices in oral health outcomes: An original research. J Pharm Bioall Sci 2025;17:S2428-30.
- Perumalla BP, Kandikatla P, Bhupathi A, Manda A, Varma PK, Babu H. Assessing colour stability of direct printed and thermoformed aligners: An in vitro study on aesthetics longevity. International Orthodontics. 2026 Jun 1;24(2):101105.
2023
- Manda A, Mahendra TV, Pradeep K, Babu NH, Velagala SK. Assessment of Knowledge of the DCI Point System among Orthodontists associated with a Dental College to Develop a Colour-coded Guide of Orthodontics Journals. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH. 2023 Jun 1;17(6):ZC15-8.
- RS Usha Sree, D Praveen Kumar Varma, Pradeep Kandikatla, M. Anoosha, N. Hari Babu, Galam Raviteja. Glass Fiber Layer Effect on Chemico-mechanical Properties of Light Cure Adhesive Systems. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2023; 11(1): 1–9p.
- Devi AH, Manda A, Priya CP, Datla PK, Kandikatla P, Babu NH, Alla RK. Correlation of Sagittal Skeletal malocclusion and Growth patterns between Digital and Conventional Dermatoglyphics. UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY. 2023 Jul 10;44(13):106-14.
2022
- Sreedevi KS, Kandikatla P, Padma Priya CV, Varma DP, Anoosha M, Babu NH. Smartphone-based Cephalometric Tracing App versus Computerized Cephalometric Tracing Program for Orthodontic Cephalometric Analysis: How Reliable? J Res Adv Dent 2022;13(1):1-5.
- Raviteja G et al.,Comparison of Bond Strengths of Nano and Microhybrid Flowable Composites for Orthodontic Bonding: An Invitro Study Journal of Polymer & composites2022:10(3):1-8.
- Praveen G, Pasupuleti MK, Penmetsa GS, Nagisetti H, Indukuri SD, Akkaloori A. Systematic reviews in dental research: A bibliometric analysis of contribution from Indian dentists during 1948–2022. J Int Soc Prevent Communit Dent 2022;12:571-6.
- Evaluation of changes in sounds produced during speech with labial and lingual orthodontic appliances in different malocclusions.
- comparision of quality of clinical photography with DSLR and smartphone.
- Assessment of soft tissue and airway changes after various surgical procedures–23nd IOS PG students convention held at ITS Dental College, Greater Noida from 21st -24th February 2019.
- Class repair- Meliorism in Orthodontics held at Satyabama Dental College, Chennai on 20th July 2018.
- Digital photography- 22st IOS PG CONVENTION held at DY PATIL, Navi Mumbai from 15th – 18th February 2018.
- Wilkodontics-39th AP STATE DENTAL CONFERENCE held at Narayana dental college from 7th to 9th DEC 2017.
2026
- Guest speaker in pre conference workshop 29th IOS NATIONAL PG CONVENTION on condylography-a precision diagnostic tool in orthodontics.
2025
- Guest Lecture(Raising star) & Chairperson for Scientific Sessions Event: 59th Indian Orthodontic Conference (IOC), Visakhapatnam (28th–30th Nov 2025) .
- Guest Speaker: Interdisciplinary orthodontics-Current trends integrating digital technology Event: Dr. NTRUHS Zonal CDE Program at KIMS Dental college, Amalapuram (20th Dec 2025) .

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 2015 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
MDS – 2021 –Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
2026
- Katru S, Bodduboina M, Koneru J, Tumarada P, Velagala SK, Avula AR. Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice towards disposal of unused and expired medicines among dental professionals and students: a cross-sectional study. Sigma Journal. 2026 Aug;13(8):254-271.
- Katru S, Javvadi KM, Tumarada P, Koneru J, Cheeli S, Velagala SK. Assessment of sexual dimorphism using supraorbital ridge and occipital bone prominence in lateral cephalogram: a radiographic study. Indian J.Applied &Pure Bio. 2026;41(1):`116–124.
- Tivanani VD, Dalli SR, Datla PK, Manda A, Velagala SK, Cv PP. Effect of varying thicknesses and temperature changes on shape memory behaviour in 3D DPA versus thermoformed clear aligner materials: An in vitro study. International Orthodontics. 2026 Mar 1;24(1):101073.
2025
- Mahendra TV, Rahul S, Ramesh KS, Pasupuleti S, Velagala SK, Mulakala V. Quantitative determination and antibacterial properties of TiO2 nanoparticle-doped glass ionomer cement: an in vitro study. European Oral Research. 2024 Jan 1;58 (1):8-13.
- Kollabathula P, Katru S, Tumarada P, Ravuri S, Zainab A, Velagala SK. Harnessing Recombinant DNA Technology for Modern Innovations: A Review. Int J Dent Mater. 2025;7(1): 27-31.
- Farheen M, Anoosha M, Satyanarayana Raju M, Padmapriya CV, Praveen Kumar Varma D, Sai Keerthi V. Comparative evaluation of accuracy between dynamic navigation and freehand method during orthodontic implant placement: a split-mouth study. Angle Orthod. 2025 Jul 24. doi: 10.2319/100424-812.1.
2024
- Tivanani MV, Mulakala V, Keerthi VS. Antibacterial properties and shear bond strength of titanium dioxide nanoparticles incorporated into an orthodontic adhesive: a systematic review. International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry. 2024 Jan;17(1):102.
- Tivanani MV, Majji P, Velagala SK, Manda A, CV P. Comparative Evaluation of Anterior Malar Projection in Hyper and Hypodivergent Growth Patterns: A Combined Cephalometric and Photographic Study. InForum Ortodontyczne/Orthodontic Forum 2024 (Vol. 20, No. 2, pp. 104-111). Termedia.
2023
- Reddy VS, Tivanani VM, Mounika M, Kalyan KS, Padmapriya CV, Keerthi VS. Case Report Ortho-Surgical Management of An Adult Patient with Gummy Smile-A Case Report.
- Mahendra TV, Rahul S, Ramesh KS, Pasupuleti S, Velagala SK, Mulakala V. Quantitative determination and antibacterial properties of TiO2 nanoparticle-doped glass ionomer cement: an in vitro study. European Oral Research. 2024 Jan 1;58(1):8-13.
- Manda A, Mahendra TV, Pradeep K, Babu NH, Velagala SK. Assessment of Knowledge of the DCI Point System among Orthodontists associated with a Dental College to Develop a Colour-coded Guide of Orthodontics Journals. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH. 2023 Jun 1;17(6):ZC15-8.
- Knowledge And Awareness of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMDs)Among Post Graduate Residents A Multicenter Retrospective Survey. Int J Orthod Rehabil 2023;14(3)20-29.
2022
- Raviteja G, C. V. Padma priya, Pradeep Kandikatla, M. Anoosha, N. Hari babu, Velagala Sai Keerthi. Comparison of Bond Strengths of Nano and Microhybrid Flowable Composites for Orthodontic Bonding-An Invitro Study. Journal ofPolymer&Composites.2022;10(3) :1-8.
- Evaluation of changes in sounds produced during speech with labial and lingual orthodontic appliances in different malocclusions.
- Evaluation of Shear Bond Strength and Antibacterial Effects of Orthodontic Composites Containing Titanium dioxide nanoparticles, Silver nanoparticles and Fluoride – An Invitro study.
- Efficiency of Magnifying Loupes and LED Handpiece for Enamel Clean up after Debonding.
- Scientific Paper Presentation: MEA-A Novel Multifunctional Ergonomic Appliance for Enhanced Clinical Efficiency In Orthodontics.
Event: Orthodontic Innovation Conclave, ITS Dental College, Hospital and Research centre, Greater Noida

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 2018 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
MDS – 2025 –Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
- 2ND PRIZE for presenting best paper on “Management of Class-II Malocclusion Using Fixed Functional Appliances: Case Series” – at Granduer 2024 held on 14th April 2024.
- Got 1ST BEST PAPER OF THE SESSION in scientific paper presentation on “Comparative Analysis of Recording Accuracy in Impression Model and Intra Oral Scanning of Inter Dental Areas in Crowded and Spaced Dentition” – at 28th IOS National Pg Students Convention, Manav Rachna Dental College, Faridabad on 20th – 23rd February 2025.
- Comparision of antibacterial efficacy of different Nanoparticle coated aligner´s on streptococcus mutans & lactobacillus – an in vitro study.
- Influence of Mouthwashes on the Surface Roughness of Orthodontic Clear Aligners – An Invitro Study.
- Management Of Class-II Malocclusion Using Advansync 2: A Case Report on – 42nd Andhra Pradesh State Dental Conference, Vijayawada held from 6th – 8th October 2023
- Management Of Class-II Malocclusion Using Fixed Functional Appliances: Case Series – 27th IOS National PG Students Convention, Mumbai held at Terna Dental College, Navi Mumbai from 08th -11th February 2024
- Of Class-II Malocclusion Using Fixed Functional Appliances: Case Series – Granduer 2024 held on 14th April 2024.
- Comparative Analysis of Recording Accuracy in Impression Model and Intra Oral Scanning of Inter Dental Areas in Crowded and Spaced Dentition – 28th IOS National PG students Convention, Manav Rachna Dental College, Faridabad on 20th – 23th February 2025.

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 2020 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
MDS – 2025 –Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
- Karri K, Manojna NL, Padma Priya CV, Alla R, Uyyala V, Haribabu N. Effect of printing layer thickness on the mechanical properties of a direct-printed orthodontic aligner resin: An in vitro study. APOS Trends Orthod.
- Effect of thickness on mechanical properties of thermoformed and direct printed aligner.
- Effect of printing layer thickness on the mechanical properties of a direct-printed orthodontic aligner resin: An in vitro study.
2026
- Paper Presentation on Mechanical Properties of Thermoformed and Direct Printed Aligners. At UDAAN IDA Hyderabad Dental Convention on 25th – 26th July 2026 HITEX Exhibition Centre,Hyderabad,
2024
- Ortho-Surgical Management of an Adult Patient with Gummy Smile in The Grandeur 2024- 3rd IOS Case Report
Symposium & Online IBO Awareness on 28-29 th March, 2024
Program ,Cuttack - Table Clinic Titled Smiles Are Free but They Worth a Lot – The World of Orthognathic Surgeries presented at 27th National PG Convention on 09th February, 2024 held at Terna Dental College, Navi Mumbai.
2023
- Intraoral Scanners: The Key to Modern Dentistry – Types and Technologies at 42nd Andhra Pradesh State Dental Conference on 6th – 8th October, 2023 Held at SS Convention Hall,Vijayawada.
2022
- Evaluating the impact of shell thickness and orientation on the accuracy and material efficiency of 3d-printed dental models at 28th National PG Convention on 25th November, 2022,Held at Manav Rachna Dental College,SDS,MRIIRS,Faridabad

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – 2018 – Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
MDS – 2025 –Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, Dr. N. T. R. University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Life Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
- A quantitative analysis of bisphenol-a release from resin based orthodontic materials using high performance liquid chromatography – an invitro study.
- Comparative Evaluation of Accuracy of Cephalometric Analysis: Manual Tracing Versus AI-Assisted and Computer based Platforms.
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- Fixing The Intermaxillary Relation with Fixed Functional Therapy: A Case Report -Granduer 2024 held on 14th April 2024.

AboutPublicationsAchievementResearchPaper presentationPosters PresentationGuest Lectures
BDS – October 2008 Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram, A.P. Dr NTR UHS, Vijayawada.
M.Tech (Nanotechnology) – 2012 – Amritha Viswa Vidya Peetham, Kochi.
Professional Affiliations:
- Indian Dental Association
- Society of Biomaterials and Artifical Organs (India)
- Materials Research Society of India
2025
- Perumalla BP, Kandikatla P, Bhupathi A, Manda A, Varma PK, Babu H. Assessing colour stability of direct printed and thermoformed aligners: An in vitro study on aesthetics longevity. International Orthodontics. 2026 Jun 1;24(2):101105.
2023
- Reddy , V. S., Priya , C. V. P., Bhupathi, P. A., Datla , P. K. V., Manda , A., Kandikatla , P., & Alla, R. K. (2023). In-vitro Effectiveness of Herbal Mouthwashes on the Force Degradation of Two Orthodontic E-chains. UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY, 44(8), 40–46.
2012-2018
- SujithKalluri, Asha A M, P. ArunBhupathi, R. Vani, Anjali PA, Sreekumaran Nair, Sivakumar N, K. R. V. Subramanian, Shantikumar V. Nair, and AvinashBalakrishnan. Electrical Properties of Electrospun Polyaniline-Carbon Black Composite Nanofibers. Science of Advanced Materials 2012;4(12):1220-1225.
- Anusha A, Gowd GS, Vijay HS, ArunBhupathi, Reshmi P, Unni AKK, Shanmugasundaram P, Shantikumar V Nair and ManzoorKoyakutty. Multifunctional calcium phosphate nano-contrast agent for combined nuclear, magnetic and near-infrared in vivo imaging. Biomaterials. 2013;34(29):7143-57.
- G. S. Anjusree, ArunBhupathi, AvinashBalakrishnan, SajiniVadukumpully, Seeram Ramakrishna, Shantikumar V Nair and A. SreekumaranNaiR. Fabricating fiber, rice and leaf-shaped TiO2 by tuning the chemistry between TiO2 and the polymer during electrospinning. RSC Adv. 2013; 3(37):16720-16727.
- ArunBhupathi P, Visalakshi V. Confidential Information Non-Disclosure Agreement. Supreme Court Cases Journal 2014;1:46-56.
- N.Govind Raj Kumar, Bina Kashyap, ArunBhupathi, Ghanta Suresh Babu, A.Nagaraja, SmitaBirajdar. Cancer stem cells: Recent advances, signaling and molecular markers. Clin Cancer Investig J. 2014;3(3):189-195.
- Girija S Sajjan, Mohammed Mobeena, P ArunBhupathi, RavikanthManyam, K Madhu Varma. In-vitro evaluation of fluoride release and caries inhibition of glass ionomer modified with chlorhexidine diacetate. International Journal of Advanced Research in Engineering and Applied Sciences 2015;4(3):62-75.
- P ArunBhupathi, GR Ravi. Comprehensive Format of Informed Consent in Research and Practice: A Tool to uphold the Ethical and Moral Standards. Int J ClinPediatr Dent. 2017;10(1):73-81.
- A Vaishali, K Madhu Varma, P ArunBhupathi, T SreenivasaBharath, MV Ramesh, P VenkataKarteek Varma. In vitro evaluation of antimicrobial efficacy of 2% chlorhexidine loaded electrospunnanofibers.J Pierre Fauchard Acad. 2017;31(2):105-8.
- Arunbhupathi P, Visalakshi V. Informed consent-Right to Information. Shri Ji Socio-Legal Journal 2018;14(1):50-52.
TextBook Published/Chapters Contributed:
- ArunBhupathi. Textbook of Pediatric Dentistry: Advancements in Pediatric Dentistry, Chapter 80. Third Edition 2014. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd. Pg:979-983. (ISBN: 978-93-5152- 232-4).
- ArunBhupathi. Textbook of Pediatric Dentistry: Advancements in Pediatric Dentistry, Chapter 80. Fourth Edition 2018. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., Pg:989-993. (ISBN: 978-93-5152- 232-4).
- Visalakshi V, Arun BP. Fair use and educators right to photcopy copyrighted material for class room use. Development of digital libraries in IPR regime – A compendium, Dr. RML NLU (Lucknow) – 2013:351-355.