Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Managerial Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Academic Responsibilities
Administrative Responsibilities- As a Head of the Department
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Responsibilities- Prosthodontist & Implantologist
Maxillo Facial Prosthesis
Organising skills
Publications
References
Timeline

Sudhakar A

Bangalore

Summary

Passionate Prosthodontist and Implantologist with over 12 years of experience in diagnosing, planning, and managing complex dental cases. Highly proficient in restoring fully edentulous patients using advanced dental implant techniques. Demonstrates exceptional skill in operative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and Implant restorations, consistently delivering functional and aesthetic outcomes that enhance patient quality of life. Proven leadership as Head of Department with a strong track record in teaching, curriculum development, and research facilitation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant and Head

Bangalore Baptist hospital
09.2020 - Current
  • Consultant and Head of the Dental & Maxillo facial surgery Department, Bangalore Baptist hospital 17th. September 2020 till date.

Honorary Mentor

Scudder Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - Current
  • Honorary Mentor At Dental Department, Scudder Memorial Hospital, Ranipet 08-2020 till date.

Associate professor

krishnadevaraya college of dental sciences
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • Associate professor at krishnadevaraya college of dental sciences from 02-05- 2019 to 05-09-2020.

Visiting Consultant

Bangalore Baptist hospital
10.2014 - 07.2020
  • Visiting Consultant in Bangalore Baptist hospital from 01-10-2014 to 31st July 2020.

Senior Lecturer

KLE institute of dental sciences
01.2014 - 04.2019
  • Senior Lecturer at KLE institute of dental sciences in the field of Prosthodontics, Bangalore-17-01-14 to 30-04 2019.

Education

PhD -

MDS - Prosthodontics

KLE institute of dental sciences
01.2013
University: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore

BDS - undefined

M.S.Ramaiah Dental College
01.2006
University: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.

Skills

  • Possessing superior clinical and diagnostic skills, expertise in identifying issues, forming hypothesis, designing & conducting analysis, synthesizing conclusions into recommendations & implementing change
  • Proficient in digital dentistry workflows and technologies
  • In depth knowledge and good clinical skill in the area of Prosthodontics and Implantology (placed more than 600 implants with prosthesis)
  • Good clinical skills in the field of Esthetic, full mouth rehabilitation, Maxillofacial prosthesis, digital dental work and General dentistry
  • Thorough knowledge of medical issues related to areas of oral medicine & professional care, replacement of missing teeth, the treatment of gum disease & discolored/damaged teeth
  • Highly personable, competent & team spirited physician with excellent communication skills & the innate ability to strike rapport with supervisors, colleagues & general public, motivating fellow team members towards common goals
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact easily with people & thus enhance competence
  • Basic trauma management
  • Demonstrated self-awareness and a commitment to continuous learning and growth by effectively multitasking and communicating in various roles, including delivering lectures, training young graduates

Affiliations

  • Executive council Member OF Indian Prosthodontic society.
  • Life time member of south Asian society of Oral & Maxillofacial Implantology
  • Indian Dental Association.

Certification

  • Underwent Implantology training from International Congress of Oral Implantology.
  • Completed my certificate training in ICOI Prosthetic Mastership.
  • Six months certificate course in medical tourism conducted by Medvarsity and Apollo hospital and research foundation 2015-02-11.
  • Secured First place in Innovations at 18th Indian prosthodontic society convention.
  • Completed hands on workshop on sinus lift and Graft materials – 2017-09-21
  • Advance dental surgical techniques in soft and hard tissue training under Dr Gerhald Iglahaut 2019-08-21 to 2019-08-25.
  • Residential training program in nanotechnology at Indian institute of sciences 2019-09-16 to 2019-09-25.
  • Completed Digital smile system and direct veneer system training– Edelweiss dentistry, Austria
  • 4 day live surgical training in loading of corticobasal implants, Mazumdar medical hospital, Bangalore
  • Secured First place in paper presentation national osseointegration of India conference ,2024-06-23.
  • Panelist in 22nd Asia specific implant society conference, Bangalore, 2025-01-17 to 2025-01-19.
  • BLS and ACLS Training – 2025-04-02, 2025-04-03, 2025-04-04
  • Real guide software suite - 2025-04-19, 2025-04-20

Managerial Responsibilities

  • Staff Management: Recruit, hire, and evaluate departmental staff, including faculty, administrative, and support personnel.
  • Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular performance evaluations of faculty and staff, providing feedback and support for improvement.
  • Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts within the department, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Clinical Oversight: Supervise the clinical activities of the department, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance programs to maintain and improve clinical outcomes.
  • Patient Care: Provide direct patient care and oversee the clinical training of students and residents.

Academic Responsibilities

  • Curriculum Development: Oversee the development and revision of the dental curriculum to ensure it meets educational standards and industry needs.
  • Teaching: Engage in teaching activities, including lectures, seminars, and clinical instruction.
  • Research: Promote and support research activities within the department, including securing funding and publishing findings.
  • Faculty Development: Mentor and support faculty members in their professional development, including teaching, research, and clinical practice.
  • Student Support: Ensure the academic and professional success of students through advising, mentoring, and providing academic resources.

Administrative Responsibilities- As a Head of the Department

  • Department Leadership: Provide leadership and direction for the dental department, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals.
  • Policy Development: Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies and procedures.
  • Budget Management: Oversee the department's budget, including resource allocation and financial planning.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance the department's performance and growth.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with institutional, local, state, and federal regulations and standards

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Work closely with other dental specialists, such as oral surgeons, periodontists, orthodontists, oncologist, neurosurgeon etc to provide comprehensive care.

Clinical Responsibilities- Prosthodontist & Implantologist

  • Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough examinations and assessments of patients to diagnose dental and oral health issues.
  • Treatment Planning: Develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients requiring prosthetic solutions, considering their medical history, oral health, and aesthetic goals.
  • Restorative Procedures: Design and place dental prosthetics, such as crowns, bridges, dentures, and veneers.
  • Restore function and aesthetics to teeth and oral structures affected by damage, decay, or congenital issues.
  • Full Mouth Rehabilitation: Plan and execute complex full mouth rehabilitation cases, often involving multiple types of prosthetics and interdisciplinary care.
  • Aesthetic Dentistry: Perform cosmetic procedures to improve the appearance of patients' smiles, including teeth whitening, bonding, and reshaping.
  • Implantology: Evaluate patients for dental implants, including assessing bone density and overall oral health.
  • For implant placement.
  • Design and place implant-supported prosthetics.
  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders: Diagnose and manage TMJ disorders, often through the use of occlusal splints and other therapeutic devices.
  • Maintenance and Follow-up: Provide ongoing care and maintenance for prosthetic devices, ensuring they remain functional and comfortable for patients.

Maxillo Facial Prosthesis

Cranial, Occular, obturators post trauma, radiation therapy, fungal infection

Organising skills

  • 2006-2015- Organized medical and dental camps in rural and urban Bangalore.
  • 2018- Organized National level PG Convention
  • 2020- Treasurer for Indian prosthodontic cricket tournament at national level.
  • 2021- Capability to educate, mentor, and develop dental professionals
  • 2025- organised south Asian implantology conference.

Publications

  • Velopharyngeal defect management: A case report. World J Adv Healthc Res. 2022;2(6):47–51.
  • Prosthesis for a case of subtotal orbital exenteration. Int J Clin Dent Sci. 2012 Mar;3(1).
  • Precision attachment. KLE Dent J. 2013 May;2(1).
  • Thumb prosthesis – simplified approach: A case report. J Dent Orofac Res. 2014 Jan-Jun;10(1).
  • Treatment of edentulous patient using implant supported mandibular overdentures. KLE Dent J. 2014 May;3(1).
  • Evaluation of the various drying methods on surface hardness of Type IV dental stone. J Int Oral Health. 2015;7(3):1–4.
  • Reconstruction of cranial defect with a preformed acrylic implant. Clin Dent. 2018 Dec.
  • Effect of time and method of drying on bond strength of tray adhesive with vinyl polysiloxanes. J Contemp Dent Pract. 2019 Jan;20(1):108–12.
  • Comparative analysis of the effects of two different drill designs on insertion torque and primary stability during osteotomy: An in vivo animal study. J Pharm Bioall Sci. 2024 Jun 20.
  • Comparative evaluation of osseodensification vs conventional osteotomy technique on primary and secondary implant stability in rabbit model: Split-body RCT. J Contemp Dent Pract. 2024 Nov;25(11).
  • Evaluation of the effects of two different drill designs on temperature measurements during osteotomy: An in vivo animal study. South East Eur J Public Health. 2025;27.

References

Anandakrishna, GN, MDS, Diplomate ICOI, Diplomate IBP Prosthodontist and Implantologist, dranandakrishnagn@gmail.com, 91 9845002398, Indian Board of Prosthodontics, Hon. Secretary

Timeline

Consultant and Head - Bangalore Baptist hospital
09.2020 - Current
Honorary Mentor - Scudder Memorial Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Associate professor - krishnadevaraya college of dental sciences
05.2019 - 09.2020
Visiting Consultant - Bangalore Baptist hospital
10.2014 - 07.2020
Senior Lecturer - KLE institute of dental sciences
01.2014 - 04.2019
KLE institute of dental sciences - MDS, Prosthodontics
M.S.Ramaiah Dental College - BDS,
- PhD,
Sudhakar A