Dr.P.L.Ravi Shankar

Dr.P.L.Ravi Shankar, MDS

Professor and HOD
Name Dr.P.L.RAVISHANKAR, M.D.S.
Designation Professor and Head
Under Graduation College & Year Rajah Muthiah Dental College & Hospital in 1991
Post Graduation College & Year Rajah Muthiah Dental College & Hospital in 1997
Teaching Experience 27 Years
Expertise Periodontist and Implantologist
Area of Interest Local drug delivery, Lasers and Perio esthetics
No. of Publications 120
Ph.D Currently Guiding 4 Scholars (part time)
SCOPUS ID ID No:56024939300
ORCID ID ID No:0000-0001-5955-8162
  • Recipient of special jury award – Educator of the year in Famdent excellence in dentistry awards 2024.
  • Molaris Senior Academician Award -2024
  • Received “Asian icon award- Best academician in periodontology of the year 2023”
  • 2nd Global Outreach Award 2022 for excellence in “Academics & Research Activities”
  • Received “Manav Bhushan Award -2020” for his innovative research
  • Eminent Academician in Periodontology Award by Global Outreach Award 2020.
  • India health care awards—Best Dentist-2018
  • Efficacy of Triphala, Ocimum sanctum and Chlorhexidine Mouth Wash on Gingivitis: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2023 May 1;16(5):2137-4
  • Synthesis and Characterization of Naringin Functionalized Nano-Hydroxyapatite for Bone Tissue Engineering. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences. 2023 Jul 1;15(Suppl 1):S372-6.
  • Antimicrobial capacity of Triclosan and Aloe vera against E. coli strain (ATCC 25922) in Toothbrushes: An in vitro study. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2023 Apr 1;16(4):1705-8.
  • Antimicrobial Efficacy of Blended Essential Oil and Chlorhexidine against Periodontal Pathogen (P. gingivalis)–An In Vitro Study.Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice.2023;26(5):625-629
  • Evaluation of Antibacterial and Antibiofilm Property of Naringin loaded Nano-Hydroxyapatite against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results. 2023 Feb 8:3013-20.
  • Root surface changes following manual and ultrasonic instrumentation-a scanning electron microscopic study. European Review for Medical & Pharmacological Sciences. 2023 Jun 15;27(12).
  • In vitro Remineralization effectiveness of grape seed extract on primary tooth:A systematic review and analysis.Journal of International of oral Health. 2023 April 15 ( 2) 127-30.
  • Effect of amnioguard and Biomesh GTR membrane with Nova bone Putty In the Treatment of Periodontal Osseous Defects- A Communication. International Journal of Environmental Research And Public Health .2023 Jan (20 ) 816
  • Estimation of calprotectin and osteopontin levels in the gingival crevicular fluid and serum of aggressive periodontitis patients before and after scaling and root planing- a clinical and biochemical study Vol.: 27Issue: 2, 2023
  • Estimation And Comparison of Red Complex Bacterial Level in Mal-occlusion Patients with And Without Fixed Orthodontic Appliances- A Clinical and Microbiological Study Journal of Positive School Psychology  2022, Vol. 6, No. 3, 1232–1245
  • Clinical assessment of curcumin containing herbal toothpaste in patients with chronic gingivitis: A randomized controlled trial Journal of Positive School Psychology 2022, Vol. 6, No. 2, 1840 – 1846
  • An In-Vitro Evaluation of the Efficacy of the Essential Oils from Leptospermum Scoparium and Melaleuca Alternifolia as an Antimicrobial Agent against P. Gingivalis. Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology. 2021 Apr 25:10291-6.
  • Indocyanine Green-Mediated Photodynamic Therapy as Adjuvant to Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment in Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Clinical and Microbiological Study. Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology. 2021 May 2:363-7
  • The Varied Proportion of Filifactor alocis in Periodontal Health and Disease in the South Indian Subpopulation Contemporary Clinical Dentistry Volume 12 | Issue 4 | October-December 2021
  • Prevalence of periodontal disease and oral hygiene practices in Kancheepuram districts population : an epidemiological study J Pharm Bioall Sci J Pharm Bioall Sci, supplement 2, Aug 2021
  • 3D Bioprinting: Print the Future of Periodon Systematic Review Pharmacy 2021; 12(8): 477-483
  • Patient‑centered comparative outcome analysis of platelet‑rich fibrin‑reinforced vestibular incision subperiosteal tunnel access technique and Zucchelli’s technique J.of Indian  society of Periodontology 2021;25:320-9
  • A comparative study between effectiveness of curcumin containing herbal and conventional dentifrices on subjects Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science
  • Digital Revolution in Periodontology IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences.
  • Antibacterial efficacy of commercially available activated carbon tooth powder: An in vitro study International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences 2020, 11(4), 6748-6753
  • Modified coronally advanced flap design in management of isolated gingival recession: Saddle flap technique J.of Indian  society of Periodontology 2020; 24:486-90.
  • Midline Pyogenic Granuloma Of The Tongue: A Rare Case Report International Journal of Oral Health Dentistry January – march ,2020 6(1): 55-57.
  • Socket-shield technique of mandibular anterior teeth: A case report  J Pharm Bioall Sci  2019; 11:S495-8.
  • In vitro antibacterial efficacy of sutures Coated with Aloe vera and ciprofloxacin: A comparative evaluation J Pharm Bioall Sci 2019; 11:S164-8.
  • Curcumin gel and diode laser: A new duo in the treatment of chronic periodontitis International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research Volume 5 / Issue 3 / July-
  • Persistent HSV And CMV viral load in periodontal pockets after non surgical therapy Research journal of biotechnology 3(6):49-51 · June 2018
  • Determining the gingival biotype based on dent papillary compound Journal of ICDRO Journal of ICDRO.
  • Halitosis- An Unbearing odor International Journal of Scientific  2018;7(4):61-62
  • Periodontitis and systemic diseases- an elemental catastrophe International journal of information research and review 2017;4(11):4712-4715
  • Estimation of serum triglycerides, cholesterol, total protein, IgG levels in chronic periodontitis- A crossectional study Journal of international society of preventive and community dentistry 2017;7:120-124.
  • Periodontal disease – a risk of cardiovascular disease International Journal of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Science Vol. 8, Issue 2, Apr 2018, 29-32
  • Effect of local application of Curcumin and Ornidazole gel in chronic periodontitis patients International Journal Of Pharmaceutical Investgation  2017;7:188-92.
  • Upper Crossed syndrome and Dentistry .Why the Need for  Concern Biomed J Sci & Tech Res Volume 1- Issue 7 : 2017
  • Bacteraemia – a transient blood invasion after periodontal  procedures International Journal of Preventive and Clinical Dental Research. (Ukraine health university)  April-June 2017;4(2):1-3.
  • Chairside diagnostics in periodontics SRM Journal of Research in Dental Sciences        April-June 2017 Volume 8 | Issue 2  Page Nos. 51-98
  • Detection of Porphyromonas Gingivalis in the deeper Tissues of Gingival Squamous Cell  carcinoma Using Polymerase Chain Reaction  Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research Vol-2, Iss-5(May, 2017):123-125
  • Effect of Gudakhu (Smokeless Tobacco) on Periodontal Health: A Case–control Study International Journal of Oral Care and Research, (Ukraine health university) April-June 2017;5(2):1-4 .
  • Advances inGCF biomarkers as a diagnostic aid in periodontitis World journal of pharmaceutics Vol 6,issue 2, 2017 .
  • Evaluation of anticardiolipin antibodies in smokers and non smokers in chronic periodontitis patients Journal of international society of preventive and community dentistry             6,256-60:2016
  • Comparison of clinical outcomes of gingival depigmentation procedure using 3 different surgical modalities-a clinical case study  Journal of dental and medical sciences Vol14,issue 10,88-92,2015 Oct.
  • Retracing capacity of pathologically migrated upper anterior teeth after surgical intervention. Journal of international oral health 7 (11):75-79, 2015.
  • Periodontal considerations of abutment tooth Archives of Dental and Medical Research      Vol 1,Issue 2, 19-23;2015
  • Unpleasant odor in dental clinics International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research Vol 2,Issue July, 2015.(348-350)
  • Does increasing dental education improve the oral hygiene status of dental students? Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences 2015; Vol. 4, Issue 51, June 25; Page: 8792-8801
  • Subpedicle graft-  A case report National Research, Denticon.(Rajasthan health university journal Vol 3,issue 1,Jan.2014
  • Effect of Tetracycline Hydrochloride and Spiramycin Sub Gingival Irrigation with Pulsated Jet Irrigator in Chronic Periodontitis Patients: A Clinical Study Journal of International Oral Health 2015; 7(7):1-6
  • A comparative evaluation of the efficacy of probiotic and chlorhexidine mouth rinses on clinical inflammatory parameters of gingivitis- a randomized controlled clinical study Journal Of Indian Society of  Periodontology Vol 19,issue 6.nov –dec.2015
  • Clinical effects amlodipine on periodontal status National Research, Denticon (Rajasthan health university journal) Vol 3,issue3,2014
  • Plasma Cell Gingivitis - Two Case Reports 
  • Probiotics in the treatment of periodontal diseases-A natural way to go Discovery Medical science Journal Vol.10, No.38,July 2014
  • Tissue engineering revisited with recombinant proteins Journal of  Research & Advancements in Dentistry(Magadh Health University) October, Vol2; No; 3, 2013.
  • Prevalence of Dental caries and oral Hygiene Status among school going children: An epidemiological study The Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice July-August,14(4);2013.
  • Lymphangioma of tongue- a case report International Journal of Clinical Dental Sciences May 23(1):2013.
  • Cone beam computed topography Journal of  Research&Advancements in Dentistry(Magadh Health University) June 2013;2.2.
  • Exostoses-  A case report Journal of Research&Advancements in Dentistry(Magadh Health University) June 2013; 2:2:29-36.
  • Vericous carcinoma of buccal mucosa-case report IDA-Sullia,Karnataka July2013
  • Sialarrhea-A management challenge in dental practice Annals and essence of dentistry Vol.5,Issue.2, June 2013
  • Periodontal disease and Respiratory infection -A link IDA- Tamil Nadu State Dental Journal Vol:5,Issue:16,Jan-Mar 2013
  • Periodontal Microsurgery-A perspective Guident Vol 5, Issue 7.Jun, 2012.
  • Solo dental practice and group dental practice-A philosophical approach IDA- Tamil Nadu State Dental Journal Vol 3, Issue 11, April 201
  • Gingival tissue retraction-make  the perfect final impression Guident Vol 4, Issue 7, June 2011
  • An unusual case of ectodermal dysplasia; case report Indian Journal of Dental Sciences Vol.1, issue 4, October 2010
  • Structure of scientific paper IDA Students Digest IDA Students Digest September.2010
  • Management of palatogingival groove- A case report Journal of Indian Dental Association Vol 4, No9.September 2010
  • Role of Ozone in dentistry- An over view Indian dentist Research&review Vol 4.issue 11,july 2010
  • Referral protocols of general dentist to a periodontist Dental journal June .2010
  • Chair side diagnosis in periodontics Indian journal of dental sciences Vol 1,Issue 1, Jan 2010
  • The Rush Hour-VivaVoce IDA Students Digest Vol. 2 , November, 2009.
  • Antioxidants: Soldiers against periodontal disease Journal of the Society of Periodontists and
  • Implantologists of Kerala Vol 2, Issue 2, May 2009
  • Focus on toothpicks AP state dental journal Vol 1,Issue2, 2008.
  • Periodontal disease recognition: Perspective of general dentist Coastal Andhra Dental Journal Vol 6, No.2, 2007
  • Basic periodontal flaps MehboobNagar (A.P) Dental Journal Vol 1, No 1, 2006.
  • The role of diet in periodontal disease Kerala State Dental Journal 2006
  • Focus on sports dentistry Coastal Andhra Dental journal 2005
  • Periodontal therapy-Prospects for future Journal of Indian Society of Periodontolgy Vol.21, No.1, 1997
  • Progression of periodontal disease-A histopathological classification Journal of Indian Society of Periodontolgy Vol.20, No.3, 1996
  • Periodontal regeneration- A focus on growth factors.Journal of Indian Society of Periodontolgy Vol.20 ,No.2,1996
  • Periodontal status in I D D M patients Kerala Dental Journal Vol.19, No.3, 1996.
  • Surgical crown lengthening – A case report Journal of Indian Dental Association Page no, 271, October 1996
  • Effect of Sub gingival irrigation devices- A review Journal of Indian Dental Association Vol.16, July 1996
  • Uncommon gingival lesions, Kerala Dental Journal Vol.19, No.2, 1996. 
  • Anti-bacterial effect of Essential oils- Cashew nut oil and Clove oil on P. gingivalis. An In-vitro study (Pipeline)
  • A cross-sectional survey to assess the Dental Postgraduates knowledge regarding Ethical standards in Scientific Research(Pipeline)
  • Antimicrobial Efficacy of Essential Oil against Periodontal Pathogen, an in-vitro Study ( In pipeline)
  • Anti-oxidant and osteogenic potential of  polymer encased Nanohydroxyapatite using MG-63 cell line. ( In pipeline)
  • Cytotoxicity and genotoxicity of Naringin biofunctionalized Nanohydroxyapatite ( In pipeline)
  • Effect of annealing on nanoparticles of hydroxyapatite synthesized via wet chemical precipitation: Structural and spectroscopic studies( In pipeline)
  • Changes in LL – 37 gene expression with non-surgical treatment of subjects with chronic periodontitis (In pipeline)
  • Comparative evaluation of Folic acid mouthrinse with chlorhexidine mouthrinse in management of generalised chronic periodontitis.(pipeline)