Orthodontics Dentofacial Orthopaedics



Department Description
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics deals with preventive, interceptive and corrective treatment which involves preserving the normal occlusion, guidance of erupting teeth to occlusion, growth modification, and corrective orthodontics with a variety of appliances. The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics of Adhiparasakthi dental college and hospital was established in 2005. The post graduate department was started in the year 2013, currently functioning with 6 postgraduate students.
The Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics is a state of the art department known for its elegance and esthetics, with well distinguished under graduate and post graduate sections with ample working space and convenience. This department has to its credit, staffs with excellent academic and clinical achievements.
Facilities in the department include a modern orthodontic clinic and clinical laboratory, a spacious reception and waiting area, computer and, data-processing room, special equipment’s laboratory, Library, photography room, seminar room, digital cephalometric & OPG room and separate faculty & postgraduate rooms. The postgraduate students are trained in all the latest treatment methods. The department has state-of-the-art equipments like Biostar, Hydro solder, Plasma arc curing light, Diode curing light, Digital cephalogram machine, diagnostic treatment planning software like dolphin imaging software and Nemoceph software.

Vision
The vision of our department is to impart knowledge to our undergraduate and postgraduate students and promote the art and science of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, providing high-end orthodontic treatment to patients in an ethical manner. We aim at closely working with other specialities like Oral and maxillofacial surgery, Periodontics and Conservative dentistry and Endodontics and prepare a new generation of orthodontists to deliver excellent treatment with skill and compassion.



Mission
Our Department of Orthodontics is committed in giving high quality treatment for the patients of different age groups including growing children, teenagers and adults, fulfilling their expectations. We strive to provide excellent orthodontic appliance therapy with utmost comfort and care to patients seeking orthodontic treatment.
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Orthodontic appliance therapy given with complete heedfulness with regular pursue. on sequel itinerary was done for every treatment protocol. Clear communication, patient education, and prompt follow-up are the bedrocks of our patient care.
Faculty Details

Dr. V Sudhakar
Principal & HOD

Dr. R Ramya
Professor

Dr. R Sumanth Kumar
Professor

Dr. C Ananda Devi
Reader

Dr. M.J Kavichithraa
Lecturer

Dr. S Muruganandam
Lecturer
Lab & Equipments
Key features:
Best in-class infrastructure and faculty.
Highly equipped sterilization room and strict sterilization protocols.
Department organizes professional development programs to upgrade the knowledge of faculty and students.
Regular hands-on programs for students, facilitate insight into recent advances.
Department library and Wi-fi internet facility.
Equipped with Biostar, Hydrosolder, 3-D printer, Plasma-arc curing light, Diode-curing light and Digital cephalogram machine.
Latest computer software for cephalometrics.
Services Offered
The treatments offered in the department spans a wide range such as:
Preventive Orthodontics
Interceptive Orthodontics


Corrective Orthodontics
1) Retainers
• Fixed functional appliances
• Treatment of relapsed cases
• Growth modification appliances and Dentofacial Orthopaedics
• Fixed Orthodontics
1) Labial appliance
2) Lingual Orthodontics
• Clear aligners
• Mini-implant assisted orthodontics
Surgical Orthodontics
• Orthodontic treatment of Cleft lip and palate patients

Publications
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2010 -15 | Early intervtion of cross bite during mixed dentition with quad helix appliance- 2 case reports; Vol II, issue 2, April-June,2010; Pg 56-59 | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, |
Enamel Demineralization; Orthodontic Cyber Journal; 2011 | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, | |
Role of magnets in orthodontics 2011, vol 2 issue 4, 147-155; Indian Journal of Dentistry; 2011 | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Herbst fixed functional appliance-A case report – 2011, 2(6) 78-82; IJCD | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Mini-implants in orthodontics: an overview; Vol 3, issue 2, April-June, 2011; Pg 23-26; Dentaires Revista | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, | |
Molar Distalization- A review – vol 1 issue 1 Jan-June 2011; Journal of Scientific Dentistry | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Active Vertical Corrector – A Case report – vol 1 issue 2 July-Dec 2011; Journal of Scientific Dentistry | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Combined orthodontic and prosthodontic management of missing maxillary maxillary incisor and mandibular crowding: A case report; POJ 2011: 3(1) 32-35 | Dr.Suresh R | |
Surface roughness evaluation of enamel after various stripping methods by using profilometer; Vol 1, issue 4, pg 12-19; 2011; Archives of Oral Sciences & Research | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, | |
Management of maxillary midline diastema in early mixed dentition by 2×2 appliance; POJ 2011:3(2) 65-68. | Dr.Sathish, Dr.Suresh, Dr.Srinivasan, Dr.Sujith Sivarajan | |
En-masse retraction using skeletal anchorage in the tuberosity and retromolar regions;2011, Vol XLV, No 5, pg 268-273; Journal of Clinical Orthodontics | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, | |
Biomechanical variations of mini-implant placement: a clinical insight April-June 2012, Vol 46, issue 2, Pg 93-110; The Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr. A. Venkateswara Rao, | |
Management of impacted canine with surgical orthodontic procedure – 2(20),2012 34-40; Journal of scientific dentistry | Dr. K.Vijayalakshmi | |
Ellis-van Creveld. J Pharm Bioall Sci 2012; 4:153-6. | Dr.Suresh R | |
Indirect bonding with new transfer tray-light tray; Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences; Vol 1; Issue 1; July to Sep 2012; Pg-264-268 | Dr.Sathish, Dr.Suresh, Dr.Srinivasan, Dr.Sujith Sivarajan | |
Is nickel titanium superior to multistranded stainless steel wire in aligning crowded lower anteriors? A comparative in-vitro study Vol 9, issue 3 (July-Aug 2013) | Dr. R. Ramya | |
Correction of class III malocclusion using modified tandem appliance- two case reports; Oct-Dec;3, 2013 (4):286-91 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
Predictable outcomes of siblings treated simultaneously with similar orthodontic extraction plan- A case report; POJ; 2013:5(1) 23-26 | Dr. Suresh R | |
The efficacy of different pre- and post-operative analgesics in the management of pain after orthodontic separator placement: A randomized clinical trial. Jul;6, 2014 (Suppl 1):S80-4 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
Comparative study of shear strength using conventional self etching and nano bonding agent in-vitro;Vol 4, issue 3, May-July;2014; Indian Journal of Multidisciplinary Dentistry | Dr. R. Ramya | |
Evaluation of shear bond strength with different enamel pre-treatments-an invitro study; 2014; Vol 4, issue 25, pg 470-474; Indian Journal of Dental Research | Dr. R. Ramya | |
Surgical and Orthodontic Management of Fused Maxillary Central and Lateral Incisors in Early Mixed Dentition stage; Case reports in dentistry, 2014 | Dr.Priya K | |
Orthodontic camouflage treatment of Skeletal class II malocclusion with severe maxillary dental protrusion; Journal of Pierre Fauchard Academy; 2014 | Dr.Priya K | |
Changes in Quality of life during Orthodontic Correction of midline diastema; Journal OF Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences; 2014 | Dr.Priya K | |
Comparision of impact strength in three different types of denture base resin- An in vitro study- vol 34, no.2 (June 2014); Pakistan oral & dental Journal | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Prosthetic rehabilitation in partially edentulous patients with lost vertical dimension- vol 1, issue 2, 2014; Journal of Indian Academy of Dental Specialist Researchers | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Comparison of flexural strength in three types of denture base resins: an invitro study- Aug 7, 2015 [supplement 2]:S461-4 ; Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences | Dr. K .Vijayalakshmi | |
Critical evaluation of incidence and prevalence of white spot lesions during fixed orthodontic appliance treatment: A meta-analysis; Nov-Dec;5, 2015(6):433-9 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
In vitro assessment of competency for different lingual brackets in sliding mechanics; Journal of Orthodontic Science; Vol 4, Issue 1, Jan- March 2015 | Dr.Lalithapriya S | |
Treatment of Deep Overbite in High Angle Patient with segmented arch Technique: A case report; Journal of International Oral Health; 2015 | Dr.Priya K |
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2016 -17 | Reviewer in Angle Orthodontist; 2016 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, |
Mini-implant supported orthodontic extrusion and restorative treatment of fractured teeth;Vol L, no 6, June 2016, Pg 368-371; Journal of Clinical Orthodontics | Dr. Nivedita Kini | |
A Novel approach in the management of midline diastema combining corticotomy and loop mechanics; Journal of contemporary dental research; Vol 1 :issue 1/pg 29-31/2016 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr.R.Ramya | |
Mini implants in Orthodontics-A concept Review; e-MIDAS; 2016 | Dr.Priya K |
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2017-18 | Whether adequate attention given to confounding factors affecting tooth movement in canine retraction studies? – A literature review with systematic criteria. J Adv Med Dent Scie Res 2018;6(11):51-61. | Dr.Lalithapriya S |
Role of Interleukin-1 Beta in Orthodontics; International Journal of Health Sciences & Research; Vol.8; Issue: 11; November 2018 | Dr.Lalithapriya S |
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2018-19 | Orthodontic management of sleeping disorders Review Article. Volume 3 | Issue 1 / Pg 37- 39/ April 2018; Manipal Journal of Dental Sciences | Dr.SumanthKumar R |
Measurement of palatal bone thickness in different arch forms in late mixed and permanent dentition – a cone beam computed tomography study. Volume-7 | Issue-4 | Pg: 36-40 / April-2018; International journal of scientific research | Dr.SumanthKumar R | |
Cone-beam computed tomography in orthodontics; Vol 17/issue 4/ April 2018; IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS); | Dr. R. Ramya |
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2019-20 | A Novel Classification Method for Midpalatal Suture Morphology in South Indian Population: A CBCT Study. Vol 10: Issue 1s /Pg 175-180/2019; Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr.R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R |
Laser in Orthodontics; Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry; 2019 | Dr.Priya K | |
Role of Self Etching Primers in Orthodontics-A Review; Journal of Critical Reviews; 2020 | Dr.Priya K | |
Prevalence of Malocclusion Among Dental School Students in South Indian Population; Vol 11/issue 1/pg78-80/2020; Journal of Research and advancement in Dentistry | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr. R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr. Ananda Devi C, Dr.S.Muruganandam. Dr.Sakthidaran S | |
Patient Satisfaction Index Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment In Dental Hospital Based Institution Across Chennai: A Questionnaire Study; Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry; Vol-11/issue1/pg175-179 /2020 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr.R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr. Ananda Devi C | |
Microosteoperforation in orthodontics –a review; Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry; Vol 2/Issue 1 /pg-32-36/Jan-June 2020 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr.R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr. Ananda Devi C, | |
A View from Behind: History and Evolution of 2D and 3D Diagnostic Aids in Orthodontics; Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry; 2020 | Dr.Priya K | |
Micro-Osteoperforation; Journal of Contemporary Dental Research; 2020 | Dr.S.Muruganandam. Dr.Sakthidaran S |
YEAR | TITLE AND JOURNAL | AUTHORS |
2020-21 | Minor surgical orthodontic treatment –management of upper incisor impaction associated with supernumerary tooth; Journal of contemporary dental research; Vol 2/Issue 1 /pg 21-24 /Jan-June 2020 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr.R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr. Ananda Devi C, Dr.S.Muruganandam. Dr.Sakthidaran S |
Role of Molar Distalization in Orthodontics –A Review; Journal of Critical Review, 2020 | Dr.Priya K | |
Patient compliance with removable orthodontic retainer -a questionnaire study; Journal of contemporary dental research; Vol 2/Issue 2/pg-14-17/Jul -Dec 2020 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, Dr. R. Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar, Dr. Ananda Devi C, R, Dr.S.Muruganandam. Dr.Sakthidaran S | |
Effects of Autoclave sterilization on the surface parameters and Mechanical properties of Different composition of five Orthodontic Arch wires – An in vitro study; Journal of Contemporary Medicine and Dentistry; 2020 | Dr.Priya K | |
Effect Of Rapid Palatal Expansion In Management Of Conductive Hearing Loss- A Systematic Review; International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research; Vol 13/ Issue 2/pg-2612-2623/ 2 Apr – Jun 2021 | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
Facial Asymmetry Due to Hemifacial Microsomia Managed by an Interdisciplinary Approach: A Case Report; World Journal of Dentistry; Volume 12/ Issue 5 pg-427-432(September–October 2021) | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
Management of Class II Hyperdivergent Mandible by Surgically Altering occlusal Plane Pattern through Counterclockwise Rotation of Mandible; The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
In vivo Efficacy of Povidone-iodine Mouth Gargles in Reducing Salivary Viral Load in COVID-19 Patients: a Systematic Review; World Journal of Dentistry | Dr. V. Sudhakar, | |
A Cross –Sectional study to Evaluate Nuclear Changes in Buccal Mucosa following Panoramic Radiography; The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice; 2020 | Dr.Sakthidaran S | |
Evaluation of changes in surface enamel micro hardness in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic appliance therapy- a randomized control study; Journal Of Pharmacy And Bioallied Science; 2021 | Dr.R.Ramya, Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr.Ananda Devi C | |
Effect Of Rapid Palatal Expansion In Management of Conductive Hearing Loss- A Systematic Review; International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research; 2021 | Dr.SumanthKumar R | |
Evaluation of changes in surface enamel micro hardness in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic appliance therapy- a randomized control study; Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Science; 2021 | Dr.SumanthKumar R | |
Correlation of Infrazygomatic Bone Thickness With Cervical Vertebrae Maturation Stages CBCT Study; Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society; 2021 | Dr.SumanthKumar R, Dr. Ananda Devi C |
On Going Research
FACULTY/STUDENT NAME | DESIGNATION | ARTICLE TITLE |
Dr. Aswini Soundharya.S | 3rd year PG | Perception of pain and discomfort during orthodontic treatment– a questionnaire study |
Comparative evaluation of stress distribution patterns and location of centre of resistance during temporary anchorage device assisted molar intrusion with and without micro-osteoperforation – a 3 dimensional finite element analysis | ||
Dr. Pandi.G | 3rd year PG | Covid 19 awareness among the general dentist- a questionnaire study |
Evaluation of rate of orthodontic tooth movement by using microosteoperforation for decrowding of maxillary anterior – an in vivo comparative study | ||
Covid 19 awareness among the general dentist- a questionnaire study | ||
Dr.Sruthi J | 2nd year PG | Finite element model analysis of stress distribution pattern and centre of resistance in micro-osteoperforated assisted and conventional individual canine retraction-An invitro study |
Covid 19 awerness among the non-teaching staff members in APDCH- a questionnaire study | ||
Dr.Praveen | 2nd year PG | Evaluation of stress distribution patterns at infrazygomatic crest implant site during retraction – a three-dimensional finite element analysis |
BOOKS & CHAPTERS
Title | Authors | Publishers | ISBN Number |
Preclinical wire bending manual for Orthodontic Postgraduate students | Dr.Sudhakar.V, Dr.Ramya R, Dr.Sumanthkumar.R, Dr.Ananda Devi. C, Dr.Muruganandam S, Dr.Kavichithraa M J | MAHI publications | 978-93-91556-70-9 |
Awards & Achievements
Awards
AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
2nd prize in poster presentation | MELIORISM 2.0 | Sathyabama dental college and hospital | Dr.Pandi G |
AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
1st prize in poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Hyderabad | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Aswini Soundharya |
AWARD CATEGORY | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Excellence in Orthodontics | Global Outreach Healthcare Award | Dr.Sudhakar.V | |
Honours | 43rd Annual Conference of AOMSI, Chennai | AOMSI, Chennai | Dr.Sudhakar.V |
Emerging Academician in Orthodontics. | Global Outreach Healthcare Award | Dr.Ramya.R | |
Emerging Academician in Orthodontics | Global Outreach Healthcare Award | Dr.Sumanthkumar.R | |
Young researcher in Orthodontics. | Global Outreach Healthcare Award | Dr.Ananda Devi C |
Faculty
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ CHAIRPERSON/ GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Chairperson | Meliorism in orthodontics- currently trending | Sathyabama dental college, chennai | Dr.R. Sumanth Kumar |
Chairperson | All India Dental Students Conference | Dr.C.AnandaDevi |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ CHAIRPERSON/ GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Guest Lecture | Meliorism in orthodontics 2.0 | Sathyabama Dental College & Hospital , Chennai | Dr. V.Sudhakar |
Chairperson | Meliorism in orthodontics 2.0 | Sathyabama Dental College & Hospital , Chennai | Dr. R. Ramya |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ CHAIRPERSON/ GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Guest Lecture | ROAR | Sri Ramachandra Dental College, Porur | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Chairperson | Meliorism in Orthodontics | Sathyabama Dental College & Hospital , Chennai | Dr.R.Sumanth Kumar |
Moderator | ARRO-C | Melmaruvathur | Dr. Sakthidaran |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ CHAIRPERSON/ GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Organising chair person | ARRO-C | Melmaruvathur | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Guest lecture | ROAR 2020 | Ramachandra dental college, Porur | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Guest lecture | 73RD INDIAN DENTAL CONFERENCE | Trivandrum, Kerala | Dr.R.Sumanth Kumar |
Guest lecture | Orthobyte | Dr.R.Sumanth Kumar | |
Moderator | ARRO C | Melmaruvathur | Dr.C. Ananda Devi |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ CHAIRPERSON/ GUEST SPEAKER) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Guest Speaker | KIDS- APDCH Confluence Cephalometric tracing and surgical planning | KIDS,Madurantagam | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Guest Speaker | TAD 360 | Saveetha dental college | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Guest Speaker | ROAR | Ramachandra dental college, Porur | Dr. V. Sudhakar |
Guest Speaker | KIDS- APDCH Confluence Cephalometric tracing and surgical planning | KIDS,Madurantagam | Dr. R. Ramya |
Guest Speaker | KIDS- APDCH Confluence Cephalometric tracing and surgical planning | KIDS,Madurantagam | Dr.R.Sumanth Kumar |
Guest Speaker | IDA | Tenkasi | Dr.R.Sumanth Kumar |
Guest speaker | World dental conference | Webinar | Dr.C. Ananda Devi |
Guest speaker | World dental conference | Webinar | Dr. Muruganandam S |
UG/PG Student
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ QUIZ) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Poster presentation | MELIORISM 2.0 | Sathyabama dental college and hospital | Dr.Lavanya |
Poster presentation | MELIORISM 2.0 | Sathyabama dental college and hospital | Dr.Deepak |
Poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Mumbai | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Kishor |
Poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Mumbai | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Anubharathy |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ QUIZ) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Poster presentation | MELIORISM 2.0 | Sathyabama dental college and hospital | Dr.Pandi G |
Poster presentation | MELIORISM 2.0 | Sathyabama dental college and hospital | Dr.Aswini Soundharya |
Poster presentation | 54th IOC | Bhubaneshwar | Dr.Aswini Soundharya |
Poster presentation | 54th IOC | Bhubaneshwar | Dr.Pandi G |
Poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention- Noida | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Lavanya |
Paper presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Noida | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Kishor |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ QUIZ) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Hyderabad | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Aswini Soundharya |
Poster presentation | 24th – IOS PG Convention – Hyderabad | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Pandi.G |
ACTIVITY (PRESENTATION/ POSTER/ QUIZ) | TITLE OF CONFERENCE /MEETING | ORGANIZED BY | NAME |
Paper presentation | Orthosynergy | Indian Orthodontic Society | Dr.Lavanya |
Department Events
Programs Organised
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
7.4.2016-8.4.2016 | Orthosearch | CDE |
22.12.2016-23.12.2016 | National hands on Workshop in MBT mechanics | Workshop |
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
18.1.2017 | Orthosearch | CDE |
5.10.2017 | Ortho day | CDE |
21.9.2017-23.9.2017 | National integrated Typhodont workshop | Workshop |
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
13.8.2018 | Orthosearch | CDE |
5.10.2018 | Ortho day | CDE |
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
13.3.2019-14.3.2019 | ARRO-C | CDE |
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
10.3.2020-11.3.2020 | ARRO-C | CDE |
DATE | PROGRAM | TYPE OF PROGRAM |
24.3.2021 | ARRO-C | CDE |