RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

Sl. No Name of the pg’s Year Name of the guide Title of dissertation
1 Dr. Jyoti ajbani 2015-2018 Dr. Shaila kothiwale Evaluation of effect of diode laser therapy as an adjunct to scaling and root planing in patients with chronic periodontitis:clinical and biochemical study
2 Dr . Mugdha

Gharat

2015-2018 Dr Abhishek Zingade Comparison of treatment of gingival recession associated with non- carious cervical lesion using resin modified glass ionomer cement and connective tissue graft and connective tissue graft alone- a randomized controlled clinical trial.
3 Dr.Murtaza Kaderi 2015-2018 Dr. Menaka K.B. Evaluation of the effect of diode laser on bacteremia associated with ultrasonic scaling in patients with

Chronic gingivitis.

4 Dr Pooja p naik 2015-2018 Dr Vinayak Kumbhojkar Evaluation of bacterial profile and its antibiotic sensitivity in endodontic  periodontal lesions namely primary periodontal, primary endodontic and true combined lesions-a cross sectional study
5 Dr. Priyanka Naik 2015-2018 Dr. Renuka metgud Assessment and comparison of the antibactrial activity of calendula officinalis extract with chlorhexidine against: porphyromoas gingivalis,  aggregatibacter actinomycetecomitans,and  prevotella intermedia.:an vitro study.
6    Dr. Aditi Mahajani 2016-2019 Dr. Menaka k.b. Assessment of pre diabetic and type 2 diabetic

Risk among patients diagnosed with chronic periodontitis.

7 Dr.Reshma M. Paithatale 2016-2019 Dr vinayak kumbhojkar Efficacy of 0.25% sodium hypochlorite as a subgingival irrigation in chronic periodontitis patient- a split mouth randomised controlled clinical trial.
8 Dr. Syed Asem Ahmed Jagirdar 2016-2019 Dr. Renuka metgud To assess and compare the gingival fibroblast cell proliferation and adhesion on titanium implant surfaces coated with and without fibronectin: an in vitro study.
9 Dr. Megh Mehta 2016-2019 Dr. Shaila kothiwale Assessment and comparison of diagnostic  accuracy of interproximal bone loss with radiovisiography ( rvg ) and intrasurgical measurements
10 Dr. Nivedita Rane 2016-2019 Dr Abhishek Zingade Comparative clinical evaluation of root coverage using vestibular incision subperiosteal tunnel access ( vista ) with platelet rich fibern and coronally advanced flap  (caf ) with platelet rich fibrin for treatment of multiple gingival recession
11 Dr. Mohit kulkarni 2018-2021 Dr. Vinayak Kumbhojkar Efficacy of Ocimum Sanctum  gel as an adjunct to scaling and root planing(srp) in the treatment of chronic periodontitis- a split mouth  randomised control trail .
12 Dr. Ritashna Kaur Kandhari 2018-2021 Dr. Shaila Kothiwale To compare the levels of tnf-alpha in the serum of gestational and non gestational diabetes patients with chronic periodontitis: a case-control study
13 Dr. Rohita Pendyala 2018-2021 Dr Abhishek Zingade Comparative evaluation of demineralized freeze dried bone allograft and gengigel along with a guided tissue regenerative membrane for the treatment of grade ii furcation defects: a randomized controlled trial
14 Dr. Alpana andrews 2019-2022 Dr. Neelamma shetti To assess and compare the antimicrobial activity of licorice gel and chlorhexidine gel against porphyromonas gingivalis, aggregaterbacter actinomycetamcomitans and tanerella forsythia – an invitro study.
15 Dr. Maria thomas 2019-2022 Dr. Renuka metgud To assess the effect of aqueous stem extract of Tinospora Cordifolia on proliferation and migration of periodontal fibroblasts – An invitro study.
16 Dr. Minal manolkar 2019-2022 Dr. Vinayak kumbhojkar Comparison of regenerative efficacy of two commercially available type 1 collagen membranes healiguide and ossix volumax in two and three wall intraosseous periodontal defects: a cross sectional study.
17 Dr. Vishakha padhye 2019-2022 Dr. Shaila kothiwale Evaluation and comparison of efficacy of polyherbal gel containing ashwagandha and ginger as an adjunct to scaling and root planing in chronic periodontitis- an in-vivo study.
18. Dr. Nikitha shetty 2019-2022 Dr. Menaka k.b. Assessment of the effect of advanced platelet rich fibrin (a-prf) on proliferation, migration and attachment of human periodontal ligament fibroblasts -an invitro study.

Short studies

1. Dr. Aditi and

Dr. Asem

2016-2019 Dr. Menaka k.b  Evaluation of antibacterial efficacy and healing with cynoacrylate tissue adhesive after periodontal  flap surgery
2. Potdar Raksha 2016 Dr. Rajeshwari

Dr. Shweta

Comparative evaluation of cranberry and chlorhexidine gel in the treatment of periodontal disease
3. Dr. Aditi and

Dr. Asem

2017-18 Dr. Abhishek  Evaluation of antibacterial efficacy and healing with cynoacrylate tissue adhesive after periodontal  flap surgery
4. Dr. Aditi and

Dr. Asem

2018-19 Dr. Abhishek Evaluation of role of saliva in colonization of periodontal microflora on titanium implant surfaces
5. Dr. Nivedita rane 2018-19 Dr. Renuka To study the effect of T.Cordifolia (ethnolic) methnolic & aqueonus extract an fibroblast proliferation.
6. Dr. Nivedita rane 2018-19 Dr. Renuka To study the effect of t. Cordifolia (ethnolic) methnolic & aqueous extract on MLC & MBA of periodontal micro – organisms A.A, P.G & T.F
7. Dr Maria Thomas 2020 Dr. Shweta Comparative evaluation of efficacy of gluma desensitizing agent versus diode laser in treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity – an in-vivo study
8. Dr Alpana  Andrews 2020 Dr. Neelamma Public knowledge and acceptance of dental implants as a treatment modality among patients visiting kle vkids, belgaum – a questionnaire study
9. Dr Nikitha Shetty 2020 Dr. Menaka Identification of oral lacto bacillus species in chronic generalized gingivitis  & periodontal health
10. Dr Mohit Kulkarni

Dr Rohita Pendyala

2019 Dr. Vinayak

Dr. Abhishek

Acacia catechu as an antimicrobial agent against  Aggregatibacter Actinomycetamcomitans, Porphyromonas Gingivalis, Prevotella Intermedia – an in-vitro assessment
11. Dr. Maria Thomas 2020 Dr. Renuka

Dr. Shweta

Evaluation of the anti fungal effect of ethanolic extract of ajwain seed(tachyspermum ammi) extract on Candida Albicans
12. Dr. Maria Thomas 2020 Dr. Renuka

Dr. Shweta

Evaluation of the anti bacterial effect of ethanolic extract of ajwain (tachyspermum ammi)seed extract on aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans an porphyromonas gingivalis

UG SHORT STUDY

Sl. No. Topics Year Investigator Co – investigator
1. Comparative evaluation of cranberry and chlorhexidine gel in the treatment of periodontal disease 2016 Potdar raksha Dr. Rajeshwari
2.  Evaluation of antibacterial efficacy and healing with cynoacrylate tissue adhesive after periodontal  flap surgery 2017-18 Dr. Aditi and  Dr.Asem
3. Evaluation of role of saliva in colonization of periodontal microflora on titanium implant surfaces 2018-19 Dr.Aditi and

Dr.Asem

4. To study the effect of T. Cordifolia (ethnolic) methnolic & aqueonus extract an fibroblast proliferation. 2018-19 Dr. Nivedita rane
5. To study the effect of t. Cordifolia (ethnolic) methnolic & aqueous extract on MLC & MBA of periodontal micro – organisms A.A, P.G & T.F 2018-19 Dr. Nivedita rane

PUBLICATIONS

Sl. No. Name of Author Publication Title Name of the Journal National/

International

Indexing agency
1 Dr.Nivethitha Divakara, Dr.Neelamma A Shetti,

Dr.Jasleen Thakker, Dr.Sneha Annaso Patil

Evaluation Of The Clinical Efficacy Of Locally Administered Probiotics As An Adjunct To Scaling And Root Planing In Patients With Chronic Periodontitis – A Systematic Review Journal of cuestiones de fisioterapia,

Feb 2025

54(3):5068-5077  ISSN:- 1135-8599

National Coparnicus
2 Dr.Jasleen Thakker , Dr,Neelamma Shetti  Dr.Shweta S Hugar Split Mouth De-epithelialisation Techniques for Treatment of Gingival Hyperpigmentation: A Case Report International Journal of Research and Reports in Dentistry

2025

Volume 8, Issue 1, Page 65-70, Article no.IJRRD.131586

International Google Scholar
3 Dr.Jasleen Thakker, Dr.Shruti Karvekar, Dr.Vilas Pattar

Dr.Nivethitha D.

Comparative Evaluation of Cyanoacrylate Bioadhesive Material & Silk Sutures on Healing of Periodontal Flaps: A Syatematic Review& Meta-Analysis. South Eastern European Journal of Public Health,

Feb 2025

Vol. XXVII,2025, ISSN: 2197-5248

International Coparnicus
4 Dr. Shweta Hugar, Dr. Akanksha A. Gugale,

Dr. Vilas Pattar,

Dr.Shruti Karvekar

Exploring Root Coverage and Gingival Augmentation: A Clinical Case Series International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (IJSDR)

March 2025

ISSN: 2455-2631, IJSDR | Volume 10 Issue 3

International Google Scholar
5 Dr.Patel R S

Dr.Metgud, RM Dr.Dodamani S

Dr.Nadaf R

Dr.Patil A

Comparative Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Anethum Graveolens Gel with Chlorhexidine Gel against Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum- an in vitro study Archives of Razi Institute,

Feb 2025

Vol. 80, No. 1 (2025) 225-232

International Web of Science

Scopus

6 Dr.Apeksha Annigeri

Dr.Abhirami Dr.Suresh babu Dr.Vinayak Dr.Kumbhojkar

Dr.Nivethitha Dr.Divakaran4

Treatment of Excessive Gingival Display using CAD-CAM Guided Aesthetic Crown Lengthening and Surgical Lip Repositioning as an Alternative to Orthognathic Surgery: A Case Report Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research.,

2025 Mar

Vol-19(3): ZD08-ZD11

National Web of Science
7 Dr.Shweta Vinayak Kumbhojkar

Dr. Punnya V. Angadi,

Dr.Karishma Dr.Madhusudan Desai

Osseous Choristoma of the Gingiva: A Case Report with Insight to Etiological Theories Journal of Microscopy and Ultrastructure

January-March 2025

Volume 13 ¦ Issue 1 ¦ P. No.40-41

National Scopus
8 Dr .Neelamma Shetti, Dr. Shahanaz Shaik, Dr. Nivethitha Divakaran Clinical Efficacy of Nanobiofusion Gel as an adjunct to non-surgical Periodontal Therapy in chronic Periodontitis Journal of chemical health risk

December 2025

National Scopus Q4
9 Dr.Shaik Shahanaz, Dr.Neelamma Shetti, Dr.Akanksha A. Gugale Zucchelli’s Technique for Multiple Gingival Recession Journal of the Scientific Society

July 2025

National Web of Science
10 Dr.Shaila  Kothiwale  Dr.Shaik Shahanaz  Dr. Dhanashree Patil · D. Nivethitha Processing of fresh frozen allograft and evaluation of its effect with platelet‑rich fibrin membrane in the treatment of periodontal osseous defects Cell Tissue Bank

2025

International Scopus
11 Dr.Shalini Kumari,

Dr . Menaka, K. B Dr.Vikrant Dr.Ghatnatti

Educating for Better Health: Exploring the Diabetes and Periodontitis Link with the Health Belief Model Journal of Indian Association of Public Health September 2025 Dentistry ¦ Volume 23 ¦ Issue 3 ¦ July-25 National Web of Science
12 Dr. Shruti Karvekar

Dr.Vilas Pattar

Dr. Jasleen Thakker

Dr.Ruturaj Bakare

Dr. Rutuja Patil

Dr. Medha Patki

Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Bioanalytical Methods for Periodontal Disease Assessment: A Clinical Biochemistry Perspective Journal Of Applied Bioanalysis

October 2025

International Scopus Q4
13 Dr.Neelamma Shetti,

Dr. Shahanaz Shaik,  Dr. Nivethitha Divakaran

Comparative  Evaluation  of  Iso  Amyl  2 -Cyanoacrylate  with  Braided Silk Suture After Periodontal Flap Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial Journa lof Chemical Health Risks

2025

National Scopus Q4
14 Dr Shruti Karvekar

Dr. Saranya Dr.Aathilingaperumal

Dr. Vani Sarada

Dr. Sunpreet Kaur Dr. Mudita Chaturvedi

Dr.Abhijit singh

Periodontal Tissue Response to Crown Margin Placement: A Comparative Evaluation of Prosthodontic Designs European Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry International 2025 Scopus Q2

SL No. Publication Title Author-name Journal-name
1 Evaluation and comparison of antibacterial effects of a licorice gel and chlorhexidine gel on Porphyromonas gingivalis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetamcomitans, and Tannerella forsythia – An in vitro study Alpana Andrews, Neelamma Shetti Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU
2 Evaluation of efficacy of 0.1% of chlorine dioxide mouthwash against oral malodor – A pilot study Prajakta Brahmankar, Shweta Shivayogi Hugar, Vinayak R. Kumbhojkar, Neelamma Shetti Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU
3 Evaluation on the efficacy of processed hydrated and dehydrated amnion chorion membrane on the proliferation of periodontal ligament fibroblasts Ayesha Khan, Shaila Kothiwale Cell Tissue Bank
4 Effect of platelet concentrates on treatment outcome of periimplantitis: A systematic Review Dr Nikita Shetty, Dr.Menaka Journal of Indian society  of Periodontology
5 Comparative evaluation of effectiveness of calibrated inter-dental brushes in maintaining oral hygiene and periodontal health: a randomized controlled clinical trial Shweta S. Hugar, Abhirami Sureshbabu*, Tanay Misra, Vinayak Kumbhojkar, International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health
6 Efficacy of coronally advanced flap in combination with platelet rich fibrin and enamel matrix derivative for root coverage procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis Dr. Ayesha Khan, Dr. Shaila V Kothiwale, Dr. Vinita Krishna International Journal of Dental Science and Innovative Research (IJDSIR)
7 Evaluation of audio-visual aids as a medium of periodontal health education for patients with periodontitis Menaka K. B, Sidra Raza, Sangeeta U. Nayak, Vinita Krishna International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health
8 Comparative evaluation of efficacy of gluma desensitiser vs diode laser in treating dentinal hypersensitivity: an in vivo study Shweta S. Hugar, Renuka Metgud, Maria Thomas, Abhirami Sureshbabu, Sneha Patil International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health
9 Assessment of Anxiety and Behavior Changes on Digital Education in Undergraduate Dental Students during COVID-19 Pandemic “Shaila V. Kothiwale, Vishakha Keshav Journal of scientific society
10 Evaluating the clinical effectiveness of a combination gel including aloe vera and neem as an adjuvant to scaling and root planing in patients with chronic periodontitis – a split mouth randomized controlled trial Dr. Renuka Metgud Dr. Sherin European Journalof Medical and Pharmaceutical Research
11 Gingival Depigmentation: A Case Report On Patient Perception Dr. Akanksha A. Gugale, Dr. Shruti Karvekar MDS, Dr. Vilas S. Pattar MDS, Dr. Shweta S. Hugar International Journal of Medical Science and Current Research (IJMSCR)

National -15

Sl. No. Title of Article Authors as in article Name of Journal Year of Publication
1 Comparison and assessment of the oral hygiene status and uses satisfaction of a novel toothbrush : A questionnaire study Rishi Ashok Bhimani, ShailaVeerappaKothiwale Indian Journal of Health Sciences, & Biomedical Research K.L.E.U. June 2017
2 In Vivo Comperative Evaluation of Mineral Trioxide Aggregate and Formocresolpulpotomy in Primery Molars :A60 Month follow-up study Dr. Shweta Huger

4th Author

Contemporary Clinical Dentistry April -2017
3 Comparative Evaluation of Inhibitory Effect of Curcumin and Doxycycline on Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 Activity in Chronic Periodontitis Guru SR1Kothiwale SV2Saroch N3Guru RC4. Indian Journal of Dental Research | November  2017
4 Granuloma gravidarum associated with pregnancy: A case report  MA Kaderi, AB Mahajani, NA Shetti Canadian Journal of Dental Hygiene 2018
5 Evaluation of Anti‑inflammatory effect
of chorion membrane in periodontal
pocket therapy: A clinical and
biochemical study
ShailaKothiwale, Jyoti Ajbani Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology 2018

International – 23

Sl. No. Title of Article Authors as in article Name of Journal Year of Publication
6 Formulation of thermoreversible gel of cranberry juice concentrate:

Evaluation, biocompatibility studies and its antimicrobial activity against

periodontal pathogens

Dr. Rajeshwari H R (first author)

Dr. Renuka Metgud

Dr. Shweta Huger

Materials Science & Engineering C March 2017
7 Comparative Evaluation of Clinical and Radiographic Success of Formocresol, Propolis, Turmeric Gel, and Calcium Hydroxide on Pulpotomized Primary Molars: A Preliminary Study Dr. Shweta Huger

3rd Author

International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, January-March 2017;
8 Cheilitis Granulomatosa –A Case report Dr. ShailaKothiwale

1st author

International Journal of Science and Research Methodology April 2017
9 Non Surgical Periodontal Management of Severe Generalized Gingival Enlargement in a Human Immunodeficiency Virus- positive Patient : A Case report Rishi Bhimani1 , Menaka K B2 , Renuka Metgud3 , Vimal Munot4 , Ramesh Nayakar5 International Journal of Scientific Study May 2017
10 Periodontal Regeneration for Intrabony Defect and class II Furcaion Involvement –A Case Series Dr. Shweta Hugar

Dr. Neelamma S Dr. Renuka Metgud

International Journal of Current Research July 2017
11 Comparative Evaluation Of Oral Microbial Profile In Periodontitis And Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Patients Villas S. Pattar1., Renuka Metgud2 International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research   Vol. 3, Issue, 08, pp.2219-2222, August, 2017
12 Knowledge And Attitude About Relationship Between Oral Hygiene Practices And Respiratory Diseases Among Medical Professionals In Belgaum City – A Questionnaire Study Vilas S. Pattar*., Renuka Metgud., Prashant A. Karni and Abhishek Zingade International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research Vol. 3, Issue, 09, pp.2286-2289, September, 2017
13 In –vitro evaluation of antibactrcal potential of cyanoacrylate tissue adhesives for intraoral wound closure Dr. Menaka K B ,

Dr. Renuka Metgud

Dr. Murtaza

JDMT September 2017

Volume -6 Issue  -4

159-165

14 “Evaluation of bacterial profile and its antibiotic sensitivity in

endodontic-periodontal lesions namely primary periodontic ,

primary endodontic and true combined lesions”-a randomized

controlled trial

Dr Pooja P Naik Dr Vinayak

Kumbhojkar

International Journal Of Scientific Research Volume-7 | Issue-7 | July-2018 | PRINT ISSN No 2277 – 8179
15 Assessment and comparison of the antibacterial activity of punica granatum with chlorhexidine against porphyromonasgingivalis, prevotella intermedia, aggregatibacteractinomycetemcomitans: An in vitro study Dr. Priyanka Naik,

Dr. Renuka Metgud,

Dr. Murtaza Kaderi,

Dr. Syed Asem

International journal of recent scientific research April 2018, Vol 9, Issue 4 (D)
16 Periodontal Regenerative Therapy in Deep Intrabony

Defects Associated with Maxillary Central Incisors

Using Cortico-Cancellous Block Allograft with Chorion

Membrane: A Case Report

ShailaKathiwale*, Murtaza Kaderi, Rishi Bhimani Journal of

Dentistry and Oral Case

Dec-2018) J Dent Oral Care 4(2): 47-51.
17 Effect of gallium‑arsenic laser on

photosensitized periodontopathic

anaerobic organisms: An in vitro study

Setu Mathur, ShailaVeerappa Kothiwale,1 Buddhi Prakash Nag,2 Tanu Mathur,3

Ashoka Bhansali,4 Rohit Kumar Khatri5

Jr. of Indian society of periodontology December 13, 2018

Vol-20 (4)

369-373

18 Comparative study of DFDBA and FDBA

block grafts in combination with chorion

membrane for the treatment of periodontal

intra-bony defects at 12 months post

surgery

ShailaKothiwale, Rishi Bhimani,

Murtaza Kaderi& Jyoti Ajbani

Cell and Tissue Banking

International Journal for Banking,

Engineering and Transplantation

of Cells and Tissues Incorporating

Advances in Tissue Banking

Feb-2019
19 Treatment of Gingival Recession Associated with Non-Carious Cervical Lesions Using Resin Modified Glass Ionomer Cement with Connective Tissue Graft a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial Mugdha R Gharat1, Abhishek N Zingade2, Renuka Metgud3, Jyoti M Ajbani4, Murtaza A Kaderi5 Journal of Dental Materials &Techniques 2019, Vol-8 (2), 85-94
20 Review article : Depigmentation: A novel classification and review Dr. Megh Mehta, Dr. Vilas Pattar and Dr. Aditi Mahajani International Journal of Current Research Vol 11, Issue 7 P. No. 5427-5430 July 2019
21 Salivary calcium as a diagnostic tool for screening of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women Shweta V. K, Alka D. Kale, Vinayak R. K. Journal of Oral Maxillofacial Pathology Volume 23 n Issue 2 n May-August 2019 P.No. 192-197
22 Management of recalcitrant oral pemphigus  Vugararis – A case report Neelamma A. Shetti

Kandhari R.K.

International journal of science research Volume -9 Issue -6 June 2020 P No 1-2
22 Research article pre-diabetic and type 2 diabetic risk in chronic periodontitis patients *Dr. Aditi Mahajani, 2Dr. Menaka KB and 3Dr. Vinayak Kumbhojkar International Journal of Current Research in Life Sciences Vol. 09, No. 07, pp.3297-3300, July, 2020

Ph.D. TOPICS

Dr. Shaila Kothiwale Periodontics Prof. Dr. B. R. Desai M.D

K. L. E. University J. N. Medical College,

Belgaum

Poor periodontal status as a risk factor for low birth weight infants 2011
Dr. Shabana Shaikh Periodontics Dr. Shaila Kothiwale InsilicoInritro and Invivo evaluation of antibactirial activity of terminatacchabnla, minorpselengi. Acacia nilotica and acacia catcchu on porphyromonas gingivalis strains 2016-17

LIST OF PATENTS

Total No. 04

Sl.No Name of investigator Name of patent Patent No. Year Granted
1. Dr. Shweta Hugar “Turmeric Gel Formulation as an adjunct to scaling and root planing” 4418/CHE/2013 A. 18-10-2013 Granted for Commercialization
2. Dr. Shweta  Hugar

Dr. AnushakaParakh

 Oral cleaning apparatus with audio signals for  enhanced oral hygiene 201741032328-A 22/09/2017 Applied for
3. Dr. ShailaKothiwale Chitosan based sustained release gingival patch containing aceclofenac as a novel localized drug delivary system for pain management post periodontal surgery 201941011167 A 29/3/2019 Applied for
4. Dr. Renuka Metgud

Dr. Shweta Hugar

“Green tea extract chip for local drug delivery system as an adjunct to scaling and root planning” 201741044061 A. 15/12/2017 Applied for