Department of Research

About Us

The Department was established in SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital on 5th July 2023 under the guidance and leadership of Dean, Prof and Head, Dr. Vivek N.
Promoting basic and applied research projects for faculty and students.
Supporting the faculty and the students in Scientific enquiry, manuscript formatting, manuscript uploading to various national and international journals.
Application of research grants.
Transferring the benefits of research to the community.

OUR VISION

To accelerate laboratory and clinical research that have a meaningful impact on oral health care requirements.

OUR MISSION

Empower students and early-career researchers to become the next generation of healthcare leaders in dental research through mentorship and experiential learning.
To foster interdisciplinary collaboration by bringing together researchers from the various specialities of Dentistry.

Infrastructure

Faculty

Dr. S. Mitthra

MDS

Professor & Research Co-ordinator

Research

Journal publications
Book/ Chapter publications

Sl. No	Publications
1	The impact of maleic acid, CHD-FA and EDTA on the flexural strength and modulus of elasticity of human radicular dentin: an in-vitro study. European Oral Research (Accepted for
2	Publication 2025) (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care)
3	Telemedicine Awareness Among Chennai-Based Dentists: A Web-Based Questionnaire Survey. Cureus Journal of Medical Science 2024; 16(7): e65349. (Indexed in Pubmed, Web of Science)
4	Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of University Students Regarding the Impact of Smokeless Tobacco, Areca Nut, E-cigarette Use on Oral Health. Cureus Journal of Medical Science. 2024; 16(8): e66828. (Indexed in Pubmed, Web of Science)
5	A Study on Materials Used and Longevity of Implant‑Supported Prostheses. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2024; 16(Supple 3): S2730- S2732. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
6	Factors Influencing the Success of Endodontic Retreatment: Insights from a Retrospective Study. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2024; 16(Supple 3): S2730- S2732. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
7	A case report on management of Radix distolingualis. African Journal of Biological Sciences. 2024; 6(5): 9494-9504. (Indexed in Scopus).
8	Comparative Evaluation of Stress Values in Different Class II Cavity Designs Restored with Composite and Amalgam Using Finite Element Analysis – An in-vitro study. Latin American Journal of Pharmacy. 2023; 42 (3): 1675-1686. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
9	Endodontic and surgical management of fused tooth- a case report. European Chemical Bulletin. 2023;12(Special Issue 10) :2444 – 2448. (Indexed in Scopus, UGC care)
10	Comparative Assessment of Pain during Infiltration by a Two-stage Infiltration Technique: A Double Blind Clinical Trial. The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice. 2022; 23 (10): 1016-1020. ( Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, web of science, UGC care)
11	Surgical management of periapical lesion using bone graft: two case reports. Specialusis Ugdymas. 2022; 1 (43): 6662-6670. (Indexed in Scopus).
12	Mid-root perforation repair with Mineral Trioxide Aggregate and Endodontic rehabilitation with Fibre Reinforced Post- A Case Report. Journal of Positive School Psychology. 2022; 6 (5): 641-649. (Indexed in Scopus)
13	Applications of cold atmospheric pressure plasma in Dentistry- a review. Journal of Pharmaceutical research international. 2022; 34(11A): 45-55. (Indexed in web of science, UGC care)
14	An overview of the etiology, clinical features, diagnosis and management of cracked and split tooth. International Journal of Life science and Pharma Research. 2021; special issue- Dec: 14-17. (Indexed in web of science, Copernicus)
15	Diagnosis And Treatment Planning Of Cracked Teeth– A Review. NVEO-Natural Volatiles & Essential Oils. 2021; 8(4): 6871-6876. ( Indexed in Scopus)
16	Role Of Different Collagen Cross-Linking Agents Like Proanthocyanidin, Riboflavin And White Tea On The Shear Bond Strength To Dentin- An In-Vitro Study. NVEO-Natural Volatiles & Essential Oils. 2021; 8(4): 6396-6407. (Indexed in Scopus)
17	Comparative Evaluation Of Effect Of Irrigants On The Mechanical Properties Of Dentin – An In-Vitro Study. NVEO-Natural Volatiles & Essential Oils. 2021; 8(4): 6379-6385. (Indexed in Scopus)
18	Aesthetic Management Of Midline Diastema Closure With Direct Composite Restoration- A Case Report. NVEO-Natural Volatiles & Essential Oils. 2021; 8(4): 6392-6395. (Indexed in Scopus)
19	Clinical Applications Of Chitosan In Dentistry- A Review. International journal of Aquatic Science. 2021;12(3):2110-2114. ( Indexed in Google scholar, UGC-CARE (Group II), Web of science)
20	XP endo shaper, a new era in Rotary Endodontics- a review. International journal of Aquatic Science. 2021;12(3):2095-2098. ( Indexed in Google scholar, UGC-CARE (Group II), Web of science)
21	Two Varied Morphologies Of Mandibular First Molar With Three Distal Root Canals: Case Report. International journal of Aquatic Science. 2021;12(3):2082-2088( Indexed in Google scholar, UGC-CARE Group II, Web of science)
22	Digital Smile Designing – ‘A New Era’ In Aesthetic Dentistry – A Review. International journal of Aquatic Science. 2021;12(3):2073-2077. ( Indexed in Google scholar, UGC-CARE Group II, Web of science)
23	Evaluation Of Three Root Canal Irrigants In Their Ability To Remove Smear Layer With Significantly Least Erosion – And SEM Analysis. International journal of Aquatic Science. 2021;12(3):2045-2054( Indexed in Google scholar, UGC-CARE Group II, Web of science).
24	Endodontic Management of Maxillary First Molar with Seven Root Canals Diagnosed Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography: A Case Report. World Journal of Dentistry. 2021; 12(1): 89-93. ( Indexed in Scopus)
25	Evaluation of the Antibacterial efficacy of Daptomycin, Gentamicin and calcium hydroxide -antibiotic combinations on Enterococcus faecalis dentinal biofilm- an in vitro study. The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice. 2021; 22(2): 128-133. ( Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care)
26	Applications of Micro-Computed Tomography in Dentistry. International Journal of pharmaceutical research. 2021; 13(1): 267-272. ( Indexed in Scopus)
27	Evaluation of irrigant- intracanal medicament regimen against Enterococcus faecalis biofilm count. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7 (5): 1219-1224. ( Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
28	Properties and clinical application of resin based sealers: a review. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(5): 1287-1292. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
29	Failure Of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block And How To Overcome It: A Review. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(5): 1266-1269. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
30	An Overview On Root Perforations: Diagnosis, Prognosis And Management. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(5): 1240-1244. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
31	Recent advances in the material aspects of veneers. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(3) : 2079-2085. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
32	Effect of aging in bond strength - A Review. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(3) : 2104-2109. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
33	Root fractures and its management in endodontics. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(3) : 1649-1657. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
34	Assessment of the relationship between the maxillary sinus floor and roots of maxillary posterior teeth - a MSCT study. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(3) : 2128-2134. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
35	Applications of laser in the field of Endodontics : an update. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(10) : 646-651. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science)
36	Comparison and Evaluation of Caries preventive efficacy of Resin infiltrant, Casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate and nanohydroxyapatite using Vickers microhardness tester- An in vitro study. European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine. 2020; 7(10) : 637-645. (Indexed in Scopus, Web of science).
37	Demineralization – An Overview of the Mechanism and Causative Agents. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2020; 14(4): 1173-1178. ( Indexed in Scopus)
38	Role of Silorane composites in Dentistry- an Overview of the Composition and Properties. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2020; 14(4): 1179-1183. ( Indexed in Scopus)
39	Dental Health and Pregnancy – An Overview. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2020; 14(4): 1189-1192 ( Indexed in Scopus)
40	100 Years of Calcium Hydroxide in Dentistry: A Review of Literature. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2020; 14(4): 1203-1209( Indexed in Scopus)
41	Efficiency of protaper retreatment files after each use with and without solvent in-vitro study. Journal of Critical reviews. 2020; 7(14):3415-3422. ( Indexed in cross ref, Orcid, creative commons)
42	Evaluation of the effect of collagen stabilizing agents like chitosan and proanthocyanidin on the shear bond strength to dentin and microleakage of resin composite at enamel and cemental walls: An in vitro study. Journal of Conservative Dentistry. 2019; 22(5) :483-489. ( Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of science, UGC care)
43	Role of Photodynamic Therapy in Endodontics―A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10 (12):2192-2195. ( Indexed in Scopus)
44	Occupational Hazards in Dentistry―A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10(12):2186-2191 (Indexed in Scopus)
45	Vertical Root Fracture-Diagnosis, Surgical Perspectives and Management―A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019, Vol 10(12):pg no:2167-2171(Indexed in Scopus)
46	Re-attachment of Tooth Fragment―A Case Report. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019, Vol 10(12):pg no:2163-2166(Indexed in Scopus)
47	Diagnosis of Vertical Root Fracture: A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10(12):2149-2152(Indexed in Scopus)
48	Veneers−Diagnostic and Clinical Considerations: A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10(12):2143-2148 (Indexed in Scopus).
49	Application of Metagenomics Analysis in Carious Lesions: A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10 (12):2131-2134. (Indexed in Scopus).
50	Hemisection of Mandibular First Molar: Clinical Management―A Case Report. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019;10(12):2126-2130. (Indexed in Scopus).
51	Buffered Local Anesthesia in Dentistry―A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (12):2115-2117. (Indexed in Scopus).
52	Management of medically compromised patients in Endodontic practice- a review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11): 3034-3040 (Indexed in Scopus).
53	Applications of Cone beam computed tomography in Endodontics- a review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11): 3029-3033 (Indexed in Scopus).
54	An update of pain management in Endodontic flare ups- a review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11):3011-3013 (Indexed in Scopus).
55	Effect of zinc oxide eugenol on shear bond strength of RMGIC and resin cement: an in vitro study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11):3003-3008 (Indexed in Scopus).
56	Closure of Midline Diastema by Composite Resin Build-up: A Case Report. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11):2845-2847. (Indexed in Scopus).
57	Importance of CBCT in Endodontic Failure: A Case Report. Indian Journal of Public Health Research and Development. 2019; 10 (11):2842-2844 (Indexed in Scopus).
58	Reconstruction of the red‑white boundary with pink composite. Indian Journal of multidiscliplinary Dentistry. 2019; 9 (2) : 123-125. ( Indexed in Copernicus)
59	Avulsion-Histological Perspectives and Storage Media-A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (9): 197-201 (Indexed in Scopus).
60	Nano in micro – The role of nanobrush in dentistry. Drug Invention today. 2019; 11(9): 2159-2161. (Indexed in Scopus).
61	Application of Silver Nanoparticles in Conservative and Endodontics. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1634-1638 (Indexed in Scopus).
62	Review on Inhibition of Osteoclastic Activity by Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA). Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1629-1633 (Indexed in Scopus).
63	Bonding System for Restorative Materials – A Review. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1624-1628 (Indexed in Scopus).
64	Effect of Composite Preheating on the Degree of Monomer Conversion, Polymerization Shrinkage and Micro Hardness of A Silorane based Composite-An In Vitro Study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1615-1620 (Indexed in Scopus).
65	Accidental Large Extrusion of Epoxy Resin Sealer in the Periapical Area – A Case Report with three Years Follow up. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1610-1614 (Indexed in Scopus).
66	Comparison of Centring Ability of Different Rotary and Reciprocating Systems- An In Vitro Study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2019; 10 (8): 1603-1609 (Indexed in Scopus).
67	Stress among dental students in a private dental college. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2019; 11 (3): 421-424. (Indexed in Scopus).
68	Effect of collagen stabilizing agents on the shear bond strength to dentin- an in vitro study. International Research Journal of Pharmacy- IRJP. 2019; 10 (5) : 127- 130. (Index Copernicus)
69	Maxillary first molar with two palatal canals- a case report. IOSR- Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) 2018; 17(9): 53-56. (Index Copernicus)
70	Management of cracked teeth: a report of two cases. Journal of Operative Dentistry and Endodontics. 2018; 3(1): 48-51 (Index Copernicus)
71	Antibacterial Efficacy of Nisin and Calcium Hydroxide with a Proton Pump Inhibitor as an Intracanal Medicament. World journal of Dentistry . 2018; 9 (2): 111-116. (Indexed in Scopus).
72	Smoking habits, Oral hygiene practices and self perceived malodor among arts and science college students of manimangalam, Chennai. Journal of International Oral Health 2018; 10 (1): 21-25. (Indexed in Scopus).
73	Effect of three different rotary instrumentation systems on post-instrumentation pain : A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Conservative Dentistry. 2017; 20 (6): 467-473. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
74	Holistic Endodontics. Journal of Ayurvedic and Medical Sciences. 2017; 3 (4): 229-233. (Index Copernicus)
75	Lasers- an asset to Endodontics. International journal of current research. 2017; 9 (10): 59805-59809. (Index Copernicus)
76	Separated instruments – a mind set between hard and rock- a review. Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences. 2017;6 (87):6077-6080. (Index Copernicus).
77	Nanodentistry – Problems and Challenges in research. International journal of current research. 2017; 9(10): 58855-58858. (Index Copernicus).
78	Dentistry at the nano level !!!- IOSR- Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS). 2017;16 (10):78-81. (Index Copernicus)
79	Evaluation of Polymerization Shrinkage, Polymerization Shrinkage Stress, Wear Resistance, and Compressive Strength of a Silorane‑based Composite: A Finite Element Analysis Study. Indian Journal of Dental Research. 2017; 28 (4): 375-379. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
80	Radix Distolingualis: A Case Report, Review and Endodontic Treatment Guidelines. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2017;11(6): ZD10-ZD13. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
81	Maxillary second molar with fused root and six canals- a case report. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2017; 11 (4): 35-37. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
82	Nanorobots- A small wonder. Biosciences Biotechnology Research Asia. 2016; 13 (4) : 2131-2134. ( Indexed in Scopus)
83	Gemination or fusion ? – A case report. Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal. 2016; 9 (3) : 1225-1228. ( Indexed in Scopus)
84	Comparison of apical debris extrusion of two rotary systems and one reciprocating system. Journal of Conservative Dentistry 2016; 19 (3): 245-249. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care)
85	Perception and pro-prioception in relation to masticatory act. Biomedical and pharmacology journal. 2015 ; 8(Special issue Oct); 149-154. ( Indexed in Scopus).
86	Comparison of variation in the light curing cycle with a time gap and its effect on polymerization shrinkage, degree of conversion and microhardness of a nanohybrid composite. Journal of Conservative Dentistry 2015; 18(2): 154-158. (Indexed in Pubmed, Scopus, Web of Science, UGC care).
87	Pantoprazole- Does it enhance the antibacterial efficacy of calcium hydroxide against Enterococcus faecalis? International journal of Pharma and BioSciences. 2015; 6(2): 734-739. ( Indexed in Scopus).
88	Clotting co-factor and bees extract in dentin stabilization. World Journal of Medical Sciences (WJMS). 2014; 10 (2):204-207. ( Indexed in Scopus).
89	The role of nanoparticles and nanodevices in nanomedicine. Research journal of pharmaceutical, biological and chemical sciences (RJPBCS). 2014 ; 5(2): 1869-1879. ( Indexed in Scopus).
90	Nanotechnology – an asset to dentistry!. International journal of community dentistry. 2014;5(1): 27-31 ( Index Copernicus)
91	Carbon nanotubes – a review. Streamdent- SRM journal of dental sciences 2011; 2(4): 313 – 319. (Indexed in UGC care Index Copernicus)
92	Nanorobotics. Nano digest magazine. 2011; 3(7): 34- 37.
93	Mineral loss before and after bleaching and mineral uptake on application of remineralizing agent. Indian journal of multidisciplinary dentistry. 2010; 1(1): 47-49. (Index Copernicus).
94	Nanorobotics – a furturistic approach. Streamdent- SRM journal of dental sciences 2010; 1(1): 86 – 90. (indexed in UGC care and Index Copernicus)

Sl. No	Book/ Chapter publications
1	CHAPTER ON Radix Distolingualis: A Case Report, Review And Endodontic Treatment Guidelines BOOK NAME – Endodent practical handbook – India’s first Endo publication for General Dentist- Chief editor : Dr. Anil Arora- 2020.
2	CHAPTER ON- Emphasizing the Applications of Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Endodontics; BOOK NAME- Challenges in Disease and Health Research- Book publisher International, Print ISBN: 978-93-90206-89-6, eBook ISBN: 978-93-90206-90-2. 2020; Vol 3; Pg 35-41.
3	CHAPTER ON- A Detailed Overview on Veneers– Diagnostic and Clinical Considerations, BOOK NAME – Challenges in Disease and Health Research- Book publisher International, Print ISBN: 978-93-90206-89-6, eBook ISBN: 978-93-90206-90-2. 2020; Vol 3; Pg 20-34.
4	BOOK NAME- Nanotechnology in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics- Book publisher: Sree Balaji Dental college & Hospital, BIHER. Print ISBN: 978-93-5437-792-1; year 2021.
5	BOOK NAME- Testing of Dental Materials; Book publisher: Sree Balaji Dental college & Hospital, BIHER; Print ISBN: 978-93-5437-793-8; year 2021.
6	CHAPTER ON (CHAPTER 3) : Multiple Myeloma: A Recent Update/ BOOK NAME: Advancement and New Understanding in Medical Science; B P International, 2024, Vol. 1, ISBN NO: 978-81-969208-2-1, Pages 32-44.
7	Chapter On : Comparison And Evaluation Of Caries Preventive Efficacy Of Resin Infiltrant, Casein Phosphopeptide Amorphous Calcium Phosphate And Nanohydroxyapatite Using Vickers Microhardness Tester- An In Vitro Study . Book name: Recent Trends in Medical pharmaceutical. Innovat Publisher , ISBN: 978-81-957687-3-8, Chapter 10; Vol 5; Pg 127-142; 2023.
8	CHAPTER ON : Nanomaterials in Restorative Dentistry/ BOOK NAME : Materials used in Dentistry By Dr. S. Mahalaxmi (third edition) 2024 ( Ongoing)
9	CHAPTER ON: Salivary Duct Cyst: A Rare Case Report, BOOK NAME: Achievements and Challenges of Medicine and Medical Science, Publisher : BP international, Print ISBN: 978-93-48388-45-2 E-ISBN: 978-93-48388-24-7, 2024, Vol. 2, Pg 1-14.

Achievements and Awards

July 2024- June 2025: Channel Admin for Medical & Health Sciences-SRMIST for The MHS-SRMIST Channel for Cureus Journal of Medical Sciences (A total of 208 publications achieved in the entire MHS)
April 2025- till date: ERP Co-ordinator for SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital from mainly for JUNO ERP.
July 2023 – till date: Professor and Research Co-Ordinator, SRM Kattankulathur Dental College and Hospital, SRMIST.
2023 – Best Guide Award- RESEARCH FEST - Scientific extravaganza U.G & P.G - E poster & Paper presentations- Organized by Dental Education Unit and Institutional Ethical Committee, Sree Balaji Dental college & Hospital- 6th & 7th Jan 2023
2021- Award for valuable inter-lectual contribution- organizing committee- International virtual conference (ONLINE) – 12th IFEA World Endodontic Congress 2021 & 29TH IACDE international conference- 12th to 14th Aug 2021.
2012- 2023 IQAC Secretary for Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Pallikaranai, Chennai.
2012- 2023 NAAC, NIRF, UGC inspection Co-ordinator for the Dept of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Pallikaranai, Chennai.
2015- 2021 faculty in charge for IIIrd BDS students for the Dept of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Pallikaranai, Chennai.
2021- 2023 faculty in charge for IVth BDS students for the Dept of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Pallikaranai, Chennai.
2011- 2023 P.G Guide for thesis and Library dissertation for the Dept of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, Pallikaranai, Chennai.
2010- Best paper award - “Single rooted maxillary second molar with six canals- a case report” at the Endo Club- Recapitulation- CDE Program at Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai on 24th July 2010.
2009 - Second best clinical innovative Endodontic model- “Apex locating gutta percha”-Spirit Convention, SRM dental college , Chennai on 10th &11th April 2009.
2008 - Best poster award - “Nanorobotics”, at the 23rd FODI & 16th National conference, Chandigarh on 21st – 23rd November 2008.