Dr.Sridhar.M (Senior Lecturer)

Dr. Sridhar M pursued his bachelor’s degree from the prestigious Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai in the year 2018 and completed his post-graduation in the field of Oral Medicine, Diagnosis, and Radiology at KLE Vishwanath Katti Institute of Dental Sciences, Belagavi, Karnataka in the year 2023. During his under graduation and post-graduation days, he has actively participated in various scientific conference and presented numerous papers and posters at national and international level and won several awards and laurels. He is academically prolific and has successfully completed his under and post-graduation with 15 distinctions and was a branch gold medalist in his post-graduation. He is also a prolific researcher, and his research works has been published in various peer-reviewed national and international journals. He has 21 publications to his name that are indexed in reputed databases like PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science etc.

Apart from publications, he has been part of various innovations that are registered in Indian Patent that includes 7 Design patents (published and granted), 1 utility patent (published) and Copyright (author) each. He has a strong interest towards oral radiology and forensic odontology and is actively involved in research that focuses on clinical trials using phytochemicals for management of oral potentially malignant disorders and forensic radiology.

Awards & Achievements

1.     2nd Best in Paper presentation titled “Establishing legal threshold by assessment of Mandibular molars using 4 methods – An observational study” at 33rd National IAOMR conference, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha dated 8thDecember – 10th December 2022.

2.     2nd Prize in Essay competition titled “Need for Geriatric Care Clinic in Oral Medicine and Radiology” at 33rdNational IAOMR conference, Bhubaneshwar, Odisha dated 8th December – 10th December 2022.

3.     2nd Prize in Poster presentation titled “Role of Artificial Intelligence and its applications in oral medicine and radiology – Knowledge, perception and attitude of dentists – A cross sectional study at National OMR Consortium – An Advocacy Season II, RAMA university dated 5th May – 7th May 2022.

4.     1st Prize in Paper Presentation titled “Gender determination from volumetric and linear analysis of paranasal sinuses and its reliability – A systematic review and meta-analysis at XIX National Triple O Symposium, Salem dated 29th April – 30th April 2022.

5.     2nd Prize in Poster presentation titled “Comparative accuracy of two dental age estimation methods – A radiograph-based pilot study” at XXV Scientific Convention, KAHERs KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences dated 10th March – 12th march 2022.

6.     3rd prize in Essay competition titled “Role of Oral Medicine and Radiology Specialist in Cancer Hospital” at 32ndNational IAOMR Conference, Khammam, Telangana dated 3rd - 5th December 2021.

7.     Won Best poster at scientific sessions of Saveetha Transdisciplinary Research Summit (STAR summit) conducted by Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences for three consecutive years (2017, 2018, and 2019).

Publications

1.     Sridhar M, Gopinath P. Detection of fimbriae mediated adhesion/mannose resistant hemagglutinin among urinary isolates of Escherichia coli. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2016;9(8):1036-8.

2.     Sridhar M, Dhanraj M, Thiyaneswaran N, Jain AR. A retrospective radiographic evaluation of incisive canal and anterior loop of mental nerve using cone beam computed tomography. Drug Invention Today. 2018 Sep 1;10(9).,

3.     Sridhar M, Jeevanandham G. Clinical measurement of maximum mouth opening in children and its relation with different facial types. Drug Invent Today. 2018 Oct 2;10(2):3069-73.

4.     Sridhar M, Dharman S. Assessment of Mandibular Condylar Morphology Using Digital Orthopantomogram in Chennai Population. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2020 Jul 1;14(3).

5.     Sridhar M, Ramasubramanian A. General Awareness of Diabetes Mellitus among a Hospital Population in Chennai: A Survey. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. 2020 Jan 31;11(1):12-5.

6.     Sridhar M, Mathew MG. Panoramic Radiographs and its importance in Pediatric Dentistry - A Retrospective Study. International Journal of Clinical Dentistry. 2022;15(4):669-76.

7.     Sridhar M, Charantimath S, Bagewadi A, Kumar S L, Panwar A, Keluskar V. Primary Oral Myiasis of Anterior Maxilla in An Intellectually Disabled Female–A Case Report. Journal of Dentistry Indonesia.;29(2):134-9.

8.     Sridhar M, Bagewadi A, Lagali-Jirge V, Kumar L, Panwar A, Keluskar V. Reliability of gender determination from paranasal sinuses and its application in forensic identification-a systematic review and meta-analysis. Forensic science, medicine, and pathology. 2022 Oct 6.

9.     Sridhar M, Bagewadi A, Kumar L, Fernandes A, Jayapriya T, Panwar A, Keluskar V. Knowledge, attitude, and perception of dentists regarding the role of Artificial Intelligence and its applications in Oral Medicine and Radiology: a cross-sectional study. Journal of Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery. 2023;29(2):22.

10.  Jayapriya T, Keluskar V, Sridhar M, Fernandes A. Correlation of chronological age with dental age estimated using modified Cameriere’s method and UT-age estimation software—a cross-sectional study. Egyptian Journal of Forensic Sciences. 2023 Jan 21;13(1):7.

11.  Jayapriya T, Patil N, Keluskar V, Sridhar M, Kumar L, Panwar A. An Unusual Presentation of “Two-Thirds Tumor” in the Mandible–A Diagnostic Quandary with a Review of the Literature. Galician Medical Journal. 2022 Dec 1;29(4):E202247-.

12.   Jayapriya T, Keluskar V, Lagali-Jirge V, Sridhar M. Efficacy of bioadhesives in the management of oral mucositis in patients undergoing radio-chemotherapy for treatment of head and neck cancer—a systematic review and meta-analysis. Supportive Care in Cancer. 2023 Aug;31(8):470.

13.  Kumar LS, Naik Z, Panwar A, Sridhar M, Bagewadi A. Prevalence of temporomandibular disorders and their correlation with gender, anxiety, and depression in dental students− A cross-sectional study. Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology. 2022 Jul 1;34(3):281-5.

14.  Kumar S L, Naik Z, Panwar A, Sridhar M Keluskar V, Kumar RS. Comparative evaluation of the efficacy of Nigella sativa (75% v/v) cream and clobetasol propionate (0.05% w/w) gel in oral lichen planus—a double-blinded randomized control trial. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 2022 Dec 22:1-0.

15.  Lokesh KS, Naik Z, Panwar A, Sridhar M, Keluskar V, Ram Surath KK. Knowledge, attitude, and practice among healthcare professionals regarding myths of covid-19 vaccination: A cross-sectional questionnaire study and demystification. Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management. 2023 Mar 1;18(1):74-88.

16.  LK S, Naik Z, Lagali-Jirge V, Sridhar M, Panwar A, Keluskar V. Salivary Lactate Dehydrogenase as a Potential Biomarker in Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders and Head & Neck Cancer-A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. The Gulf Journal of Oncology. 2023 Jan 1;1(41):78-99.

17.  Panwar A, Keluskar V, Kumar SL, Sridhar M. A Rare Case of Oral Field Cancerization Due to Nutritional Deficiency with an Update on Current Concepts. Asian Oncology Research Journal. 2022 Apr 21;5(1):16-23.

18.  Panwar A, Keluskar V, Jirge V, Kumar SL, Sridhar M. Evaluation of superoxide dismutase, an antioxidant enzyme, in oral squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review and meta‑analysis. J Datta Meghe Inst Med Sci Univ 2023 Jul 1;18(3):575-82.

19.  Panwar A, Keluskar V, Charantimath S, Kumar S L, Sridhar M. Bilateral elongated styloid process (eagle’s syndrome)-a case report and short review. Acta Oto-Laryngologica Case Reports. 2022 Dec 31;7(1):33-8.

20.  Panwar A, Keluskar V, Verenkar R, Kumar S L. Sridhar M An Unusual Presentation of Inflammatory Fibrous Hyperplasia: A Case Report with a Brief Literature Review. International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports. 2022 May 11;15(3):19-23.

21.  Panwar A, Keluskar V, Verenkar R, Kumar L. Sridhar M. Stafne Bone Cyst in the Right Mandibular Angle Region: A Case Report with Literature Review.

Patents & Innovations

A.     Utility Patent: The method of synthesizing a topical cream formulation for intraoral use containing Nigella sativa (Black seed) oil -202241026295 - Published.

B.     Design Registry:

1.     Modified dental mirror - Application no: 356463-001; Granted.

2.     Integrated portable toothbrush sanitizer - Application no: 357881-001; Granted.

3.     Dual dental suction tip - application no: 357962-001; Granted.

4.     Guide plate with lingual retainers- application no: 360902-001; Granted.

5.     Adjustable and convertible dental impression tray set – Application no: 375716 - 001; Granted.

6.     Tongue retractor with incorporated suction – Application no: 374389 - 001; Granted.

7.     Pediatric syringe with extension – Application no: 382975 - 001; Granted.

C.     Copyright: Effectiveness of Interactive game based Visual Performance Technique (IGVP) in 12 to 15 years old school children – An Interventional Study. Diary No. 7394/2022-CO/L.