Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
TEACHING ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
International Paper Presentations
Recommenders
Journal Publications
Training
Timeline
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Dr. Nishitha Gowda

Dr. Nishitha Gowda

Newbury Park

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Professor (Academics and Clinicals)

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital (VSDCH)
01.2015 - 05.2024
  • Department Of Orthodontics
  • ( 9 years , 4 months)

Education

Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) - ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College And Hospital (VSDCH)
05.2014

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital (VSDCH)
12.2009

Skills

  • Orthodontic Diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Fixed orthodontic treatment (braces) and aligner treatment
  • Patient education and communication
  • Myofunctional appliances and growth modulation
  • Self – ligating Bracket systems
  • Orthodontic mini implants
  • Digital orthodontic technologies
  • Team leadership and Mentorship
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration

TEACHING ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

  • Accumulated nine years of extensive experience in academic instruction at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Specialized in delivering comprehensive and engaging classroom lectures.
  • Facilitated advanced and engaging clinical discussions.
  • Bridged theoretical knowledge with practical application, creating a cohesive learning experience.
  • Enhanced the educational experience and fostered critical thinking and analytical skills among students.
  • Actively participated in university examinations and assessments.
  • Demonstrated clinical procedures with precision and clarity.
  • Engaged in and contributed to continuing dental education programs.

International Paper Presentations

  • Scientific Paper : Effect of light curable fluoride varnish on white spot lesions – in vivo study Presented at Indian orthodontic Society mid year convention (2019) in Russia
  • Scientific Paper : Assessment of the clinical efficacy of Vitamin D3 versus prostaglandin E1 on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement Presented at Indian orthodontic Society mid year convention (2017) in Prague

Recommenders

  • Dr. Rajkumar G.C, Principal, Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital, +91 9845282113, rajk23in@yahoo.co.in
  • Dr. Shashanka P Kumar, Professor and Head, Department of Orthodontics, Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital, +91 9886644329, shashankpkumar@gmail.com

Journal Publications

  • Effect of Saliva on load deflection characteristics of super elastic NiTi,TMA and copper Ni Ti orthodontic wires : an in vitro study – Journal of Indian orthodontic Society 2020
  • A comparative clinical study on nickel hypersensitivity among orthodontic patients in Bengaluru, South India – International Journal Of Scientific Research 2017
  • Assessment of Palatal rugae pattern and its significance in orthodontics and forensic odontology – Journal of oral and maxillofacial pathology 2018
  • Vitamin D3 versus Prostaglandin E1 : A comparative clinical study on the rate of tooth movement 2017

Training

  • Efficient orthodontic mechanics and techniques – Dr Varun Kalra Feb 2023
  • Pitts 21 one day international course by Dr Peter Csiki and Dr. Prasad Chitra – March 2023
  • Aligners- An upgrade CDE Program and hands on workshop for in house aligners, by Dr Balaji and Dr. Tapasya Kapoor – July 2022
  • Ortho synergy , interdisplinary orthodontic symposium. May 2021
  • Masterclass on absolute anchorage systems – Dr Abhishek Gosh and Dr.Adith Venugopal – BOSG and KLE institute November 2022
  • Scientific Organizer at the 5th Indian Lingual orthodontic conference at Dayananda Sagar College, Bangalore, Karnataka

Timeline

Assistant Professor (Academics and Clinicals)

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital (VSDCH)
01.2015 - 05.2024

Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) - ORTHODONTICS AND DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College And Hospital (VSDCH)

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) -

Vokkaligara Sangha Dental College and Hospital (VSDCH)
Dr. Nishitha Gowda