ANIDS - Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Dental Sciences, Visakhapatnam

Department Overview

Public Health Dentistry is a specialty of dentistry that goes beyond treating individual patients to improve and promote oral health at the community level. At Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences, we consider the overall well-being of the patients by integrating oral health with general health and addressing social, environmental, and behavioral factors affecting oral health. By integrating principles of public health, preventive dentistry, epidemiology, and health policy to address oral health disparities, it promotes dental health across different populations. Through research activities, we track and document oral disease epidemics and strive to increase vulnerable people's access to dental treatment.

Network of Facilities for Comprehensive Dental Care

The Department of Public Health Dentistry is designated as Room No. 5, located on the first floor of Anil Neerukonda Institute of Dental Sciences. It comprises a network of oral care facilities with three satellite centres and a dental wing housed in Anil Neerukonda Hospital. These centres serve as referral centres for patients, in addition to the camp patients. This department renders the best and most comprehensive oral health care in our specialty among all the dental institutions in our state. It is equipped with an intra-oral camera and RVG x-ray unit. Our team reaches up to a 200 km radius through camps, where screening and treatments are provided with a well-equipped mobile dental van and portable dental units. We ensure excellence in patient care, training, and research by adhering to the regulations of the Dental Council of India.

Tobacco Cessation Clinic (TCC)

The integrated Tobacco Cessation Clinic, established according to the Dental Council of India operational guidelines (2018), is located in the department and provides a comprehensive and encouraging approach to assist patients in overcoming tobacco addiction and enhancing their overall and oral health. A carbon monoxide breath analyzer is available in the TCC to monitor CO levels and motivate patients during cessation counseling. Considering the devastating effects of tobacco smoking on oral cancer risk, periodontal health, and general health, the clinic offers tailored support and evidence-based methods to help people successfully quit.

Excellence in Education and Training

The Dental Council of India curriculum is followed for training undergraduates and postgraduates. Undergraduates are trained in recording case history and formulating comprehensive treatment plans, including dental indices. With an intake of 3 postgraduates each year, the curriculum is rigorous and tailored to develop them into multi-competent professionals in areas such as research, academics, statistics, and general dentistry. Students are trained in delivering oral health education and are encouraged to organize dental camps and field visits, helping them grow as community leaders.

Core Areas of Focus

Research methodology and Biostatistics
Oral disease epidemiology
Comprehensive oral health care
Tobacco research
Preventive dentistry
Planning outreach activities
Multidisciplinary approach in oral health care

Co-curricular Activities

Students are encouraged to pursue activities that complement academics to improve learning and make them competent:

Postgraduates undergo an internship program in National Oral Health Program (NOHP) and National Tobacco Control Program (NTCP) by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Puducherry.
Postgraduates are encouraged to attend workshops on statistics conducted by reputed institutes like NIMHANS and CMC, Vellore.
Participation in National and International conferences, PG conventions, and CDE programs across the country.
Promotion of students in sports, cultural events, and various competitions.

Vision

“Promoting Oral Health, Protecting Smiles”

Mission

Promoting oral health in a diverse and inclusive setting through transformative education, research, clinical care, and advocacy.
To empower students with an understanding of the fundamentals of public health, dentistry, preventive dentistry, public health problems in India, nutrition, the environment and its impact on health, dental statistics, epidemiology, and national oral health policy.

Services Provided

Conducting Health Awareness Campaigns
Comprehensive Treatments
Dietary Counselling
Fixed Partial Dentures
Fibre Post and Core
Intra-oral Periapical Radiograph (IOPAR)
Oral Health Education
Pit and Fissure Sealants
Preventive Resin Restorations
Root Canal Treatments
Restorations - GIC & Composite
Screening Camps
Topical Fluoride Applications
Tobacco Cessation Counselling
Treatments at Dental Camps
Tooth Extraction
Ultrasonic Scaling

Special Equipments

Intra- Oral Camera

Portable X-Ray Unit

Intra-Oral Imaging Sensor (RVG)

Wall mounted Dental X Ray Unit

Ultrasonic Instrument Cleaner

Glass Bead Sterilizer

Fully Automated Class B Autoclave

Patient Education Models

Mobile Dental Van

Portable Dental Chairs

Portable Compressor Unit

List of Faculty

Dr. L. Vamsi Krishna Reddy
Professor & HOD

Professional Affiliations
Life Member : IAPHD

Teaching Experience
18 Years 3 months

BDS: 2001-05
College : Sri Siddhartha Dental College, RGUHS

MDS: 2006-09
College: M.S. Ramaiah Dental College, RGUHS

Association of Tobacco Smoking with Periodontal Health and Early Loss of Teeth among Adult Population in Visakhapatnam. Journal of Global Public Health 6 (1), 13 2024
Oral Health Status of Disabled Children Attending Special Schools in Vishakhapatnam City. Indian Journal of Dental Education 17 (1) 2024
Effectiveness of Egg Carton Simulation Model as a Method of Teaching Tooth Brushing in School going Children–A Quasi Experimental Study. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 22 (1), 107-111 2024
Honorary Secretary’s Message. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 21 (4), 286 2023
Sleep Quality Impact on the Oral Health Status of Thermal Power Plant Workers in Visakhapatnam: A Cross-sectional Study (39), 40-49 2023
Impact of Perceived Chronic Social Adversity on the Oral Health Status Among Eunuchs in Vishakhapatnam City: A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry 14 (2), 1-4 2023
Prevalence of oral Mucosal Lesions and its Impact on Oral Health Related Quality of Life among Fisherman Community in Visakhapatnam : A Cross-sectional Study. Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry 14 (2), 1-4 2023
Plaque Removal Efficacy With Powered And Manual Toothbrushes In Visually Impaired Children Using Three Different Sensory Input Methods In Dental Health Education-A Comparative Lat. Am. J. Pharm 42, 5 2023
Teledentistry: Knowledge, attitude, and perception among undergraduate and postgraduate dental students. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (4), 393-397 2022
Knowledge, Attitude, Perception of Practicing Dentists Toward Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Andhra Pradesh–A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (4), 356-361 2022
Honorary Secretary's Message. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (3), 228 2022
Utilization of dental health-care services by accredited social health activist and Anganwadi workers in Lucknow district: a cross-sectional study. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (3), 252-256 2022
The Impact of Lifestyles on the Periodontal Health Among 35–44 Years Old Adult Population in Lucknow District: A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (2), 147-152 2022
Impact of Perceived Chronic Social Adversity on the Oral Health Status among Eunuchs in Vishakhapatnam City: A Cross-Sectional Study 2022
Effectiveness of game-based oral health education method on oral hygiene performance of 12-year-old private school children in Lucknow City: A field trial. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 20 (1),43-48 2022
Dental Tourism: Affordable And Accessible Vacation In India 2021
Biomarkers Of Saliva: A Review Of Its Role In Predicting Dental Caries 2021
Recent Trends In Prevention Of Dental Caries And Periodontal Diseases: A Review 2021
Prevalence of Malocclusion and its Relationship with Socio-demographic Factors, Dental Caries and Oral Hygiene Status in 12-15 Years Children of Lucknow City. Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research 15 (5) 2021
A study on association of age, gender, and body mass index with hematological parameters. Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 19 (2), 109-114 2021
Effect of fluoride and non fluoride remineralizing agents in white spot lesions in mentally retarded children: A parallel randomized clinical trial. Int J Prev Clin Dent Res 2020;7:55-7.
Prevalence of tobacco use and effect of restrictions on smoking at home, at school, and in public places on teenagers in Lucknow City: A cross-sectional study. J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent.2020; 18:246-9
Latest Evolutions in Non-fluoridated remineralizing Technologies- An update. International journal of Recent Scientific Research.2020; 11(05):38408-38412.
Association of dentition status, treatment needs and tooth eruption sequence in relation with body mass index in school going children of Delhi, India. International Journal of Scientific Research. Volume-8 | Issue-8 | August – 2019.
Comparative Evaluation of Green Tea and Chlorhexidine Mouthwashes on Gingivitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Journal of Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2019; 17:269-74
Prevalence of Traumatic Dental Injuries among 5–16 Year old Children and Knowledge of Teachers in the Management of Traumatic Dental Injuries. Journal Of Indian Association Public Health Dent 2019; 17:328-32.
An Overview on Oral Health Literacy. International Journal of Oral Health Med Res 2018;5(5):32-34.
Effect of Socio economic Status, Social Exclusion on Dental Caries among 12 years old School going children of rural areas in Lucknow City –A Cross-Sectional Survey. International Journal of Oral Health Med Res 2018; 5(5):8-11
To assess relationship between obesity and dental Caries, and lifestyle factors among 12-15 years School going children in Lucknow city: a cross-sectional survey. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research. 2018; 7 (8):509-519
Effectiveness of a training program related to infection control and waste management practices in a dental college: A quasi-experimental study. International Journal of Oral Care Research. 2018;6:73-7

Presented 9 scientific paper, 3 poster presentations & one documentary in various National conferences

Guest Lecture in the webinar on “Environmental Resourcefulness” on the occasion of World Environment Day 2021 at Yenepoya Dental College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be) University Mangalore.

Guest Lecture on “Past, Present & Future of Dental Public Helath” on 19th June 2021 at Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College, Kolkata.

"President Elect" of IAPHD (Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry) - (2024)
"Honorary General Secretary" of IAPHD for two consecutive terms - (2020–2024)
Published about 80 publications with 460 citations (H-index: 10, I10-index: 11)
Published 5 books
Participated in the Global Conclave on Oral Health Innovation and Research organized by IDA on 15th–16th February 2025 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi
Keynote speaker at conferences
Organized 5 National Conferences and 1 International Conference
Chaired scientific sessions at national conferences
"Core Committee Member" for the development, validation, and implementation of a training manual for dental professionals under the National Resource Centre of Oral Health and Tobacco Cessation at MAIDS, New Delhi
"National Level Trainer" for the delivery of comprehensive primary health care through Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres
Received the "Distinguished Public Health Dentist Award 2019" at the Indian Health Professionals Awards
Member of the curriculum development committee
Expert interviewer
Member of the Board of Studies for multiple universities

Dr. Siva Kumar Pydi
Professor

Professional Affiliations
Life Member : IAPHD

Teaching Experience
10 Years 8 months

BDS: 2005-2010
College : GITAM Dental College, Visakhapatnam, DR. NTRUHS

MDS: 2011-14
College: Sibar Institute of dental sciences , Guntur, DR. NTRUHS

Smoking and COVID-19 Search Engine Trends: An Explanatory Study - Journal of Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (2024); 13(4): 306-310
Oral Health Status of 12 and 15 Years Old School-Going Children in Rural and Urban Areas of Madhurawada Town - JIDA: Journal of Indian Dental Association (2024); 18(7)
Effectiveness of Egg Carton Simulation Model as a Method of Teaching Tooth Brushing in School-Going Children – A Quasi-Experimental Study - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2024); 22(1): 107-111
Caries Risk Profiles in 13–15-Year-Old Schoolchildren in Guntur City Using Cariogram: A Cross-Sectional Study - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2024); 22(1): 66-70
Prevalence of Oral Mucosal Lesions and Its Impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Among Fisherman Community in Visakhapatnam - A Cross-Sectional Study (2023)
Sleep Quality Impact on the Oral Health Status of Thermal Power Plant Workers in Visakhapatnam: A Cross-Sectional Study (2023); (39): 40-49
Oral Health Status and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life in Kodhu Tribes – A Descriptive Cross-Sectional Study - Indian Journal of Community and Family Medicine (2022); 8(2): 137-142
Bibliometric Analysis of the Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry from 2014 to 2020 - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2021); 19(3): 180-183
Career satisfaction among dental practitioners in Srikakulam, India - J Int Soc Prev Community Dent. 2015; 5(1):40-6
Caries removal by chemo mechanical (carisolvtm) and conventional (airotor) methods – A comparative in-vitro study - IOSR-JDMS, Volume 14, Issue 7
Dental pain and self-care: a cross-sectional study of people with low socioeconomic status residing in rural India - Int Dent J 2015 Oct; 65(5): 256-60
Effects of green tea on streptococcus mutans counts – A randomized control trial - J Clin Diagn Res 2014 Nov
Perceptions on faculty development among dental faculty in Andhra Pradesh - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2017; 15:151-6
Microbial contamination of the white coats among preclinical and clinical dental students: a comparative cross-sectional study - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2015; 13:193-6
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Health Care Ethics Among Medical, Dental and Nursing Colleges Students and Faculty in Visakhapatnam: A Questionnaire Study - International Healthcare Research Journal 2020; 4(4): 92-97
Oral Health Status and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) among steel factory workers of Visakhapatnam - A cross-sectional study - J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:5309-15
Teledentistry: Knowledge, attitude, and perception among undergraduate and postgraduate dental students - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2022; 20:393-7
Knowledge, attitude, perception of practicing dentists toward coronavirus disease 2019 in Andhra Pradesh – A cross-sectional study - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2022; 20:356-61
Knowledge Attitude and Preparedness among Different Health Professionals Towards Potential Bioterrorism Attacks - International Healthcare Research Journal 2020; 4(4): 92-97
Oral Health Status and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) among steel factory workers of Visakhapatnam - A cross-sectional study - J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:5309-15

Secured 74% in NPTEL course on “Health Research Fundamentals” conducted by National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE)-ICMR, Chennai
Guided the student who received UG-NTRUHS research financial grant 2021
Reviewer in Journal of Dr. NTRUHS and JIAPHD
Chairperson for scientific sessions in National conferences & conventions conducted by IAPHD (2022–2024)

Paper titled , financial management practice and attitudes of dentists in visakhapatnam city, at 25th iaphd national conference , Goa
Paper titled , effectiveness of E- Learning classes for undergraduates in dental colleges of Andhra Pradesh

Dr. Pottem Nagarjuna
Reader

Professional Affiliations
Life Member : IAPHD

Teaching Experience
6 Years 9 month

BDS: 2008-2013
College : Narayana dental college, Nellore, DR.NTRUHS

MDS: 2014-2017
College: : Narayana dental college,Nellore, DR.NTRUHS

Dr. Baburajan Kandasamy, Dr. Ahmad Saib Jameel & Dr. Nagarjuna P; Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry, 1st Edition; Weser Books, 2025
Smoking and COVID-19 Search Engine Trends: An Explanatory Study - Journal of Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences (2024); 13(4): 306-310
Oral Health Status of 12 and 15 Years Old School-Going Children in Rural and Urban Areas of Madhurawada Town - JIDA: Journal of Indian Dental Association (2024); 18(7)
Effectiveness of Egg Carton Simulation Model as a Method of Teaching Tooth Brushing in School-Going Children – A Quasi-Experimental Study - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2024); 22(1): 107-111
Sleep Quality Impact on the Oral Health Status of Thermal Power Plant Workers in Visakhapatnam: A Cross-Sectional Study - (2023); (39): 40-49
Impact of Sense of Coherence on Oral Health Among Steel Plant Employees of Visakhapatnam City: A Cross-Sectional Study - (2023)
Teledentistry: Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception Among Undergraduate and Postgraduate Dental Students - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2022); 20(4): 393-397
Knowledge, Attitude, Perception of Practicing Dentists Toward Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Andhra Pradesh – A Cross-Sectional Study - Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2022); 20(4): 356-361
Utilization of Dental Health Care Services and Its Barriers Among the White-Collar Port Workers in Visakhapatnam, India - Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry (2022); 13(3): 1-5
Beliefs and Barriers Associated with COVID-19 Vaccination Among the Outpatients - Acta Scientific Dental Sciences (2022); 6(4): 20-27
Assessment of Periodontal Status in Smokeless Tobacco Chewers and Non-Chewers Among Industrial Workers - Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry (2022); 13(3): 1-4
Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception Towards COVID-19 Among Dental Students in Andhra Pradesh - (2022)
Dental Diseases and Factors Defining Utilization of Dental Care Services Among Rural Children - Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences (2021); 13(Suppl 2): S1422-S1427
Tobacco Cessation Counseling Among Dental Professionals of Visakhapatnam City - IJMSIR (2021)
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Health Care Ethics Among Medical, Dental and Nursing Colleges - International Healthcare Research Journal 2020; 4(5): 126-135
Oral Health Status and OHRQoL among Steel Factory Workers of Visakhapatnam - J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:5309-15
Comparative Evaluation of Microleakage of Various Glass-Ionomer Cements - Int J Prev Clin Dent Res 2018; 5:17-20
Assessment of Periodontal Health in Institutionalized Elderly - J Pharm Bioall Sci 2019; 11:S188-93
Procrastination among Dental Postgraduate Students in Maharashtra - J Res Adv Dent 2018; 8(1):125-132
Frequency of Periodontitis and Gingivitis in Pregnancy - IJMSIR 2018; 3(5): 79-86
Utilization of Dental Health Care Services Among White-Collar Workers in Nellore - Int J Curr Res 2018; 10(2):65603-65607
Erosive Tooth Wear Among 3-6 Year Old Kindergarten Children in Nellore - J Res Adv Dent 2018; 8(1):114-124
Assessment of Fluoride Content in Various Popular Indian Tea Brands - EJPMR 2017; 4(11): 590-594
Probiotics in Prevention of Dental Caries: A Systematic Review - IOSR-JDMS 2016; 15(11): 89-101
Utilization of Dental Health-Care Services in Nellore District - J Indian Assoc Public Health Dent 2016; 14:451

25th National Conference of the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry, January 2020 (Virtual)
Best Scientific Paper Award: “A Content Analysis of Oral Health Messages in Indian Mass Media”
39th AP State Dental Conference conducted by IDA, 2019, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
23rd National Conference of the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry, 2019, Divya Jyothi Institute of Dental Sciences, Modinagar – Attended
24th National Conference of the Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry, 2019, Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery, Hyderabad
Scientific Paper Presented: “Comparison of Dental Caries Experience Among 12-Year-Old School Going Children in Rural and Urban Areas of Nellore District Using CAST Index and WHO Criteria”

Presented a lecture on “e-Adhyana”, Faculty Development Programme conducted by IQAC, ANIDS.
Presented a lecture at Faculty Development Programme on "e-Content Development and Digital Tools" as a Resource Person, conducted by IQAC, ANIDS.
Presented a lecture at Faculty Development Programme “TEHYA” on “Active Learning in Dental Education & E-Content Management”, conducted by IQAC, ANIDS.
Conducted an interactive session with college faculty regarding “Patient Education Committee”, organized by IQAC, ANIDS.

Executive Committee Member of IAPHD (Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry) – 2024–2025.
Best Scientific Paper Award: “A Content Analysis Of Oral Health Messages In Indian Mass Media” – 25th National Conference of IAPHD, January 2020 (Virtual).
Secured “Silver Medal” (74%) in NPTEL course on “Health Research Fundamentals” conducted by National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE)-ICMR, Chennai.
Secured “Gold Medal” for distinction in Oral Surgery subject in NTRUHS University Examination, 2013.
Chairperson for scientific session at 39th APSDC – Andhra Pradesh State Dental Conference, 2017, Rajahmundry.
Guided the student who received UG-NTRUHS Research Financial Grant – 2021.
Editorial Board Member in Dental Sciences Journal from Acta Scientific Open International Library – 2023–2025.
Reviewer in Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research and JIAPHD – 2022–2025.
Chairperson for scientific sessions in National Conferences & Conventions conducted by IAPHD – 2023–2025.

Dr. Swathi P
Reader

Professional Affiliations
Life Member : IAPHD

Teaching Experience
5 Years 7 months

BDS: 2015
College : Gitam Dental College, Visakhapatnam, Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, AP

MDS: 2019
College: : Oxford Dental College, Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, AP

Acceptance of Hospital Information Management to Improve the Quality of Healthcare in a Teaching Dental Hospital of Visakhapatnam City - A Mixed-Method Study
RVSSK Kinneresh, L Vamsi Krishna Reddy, P Swathi, B Suma Priyanka
RFP Journal of Hospital Administration (2024); 8(1)
Effectiveness of Egg Carton Simulation Model as a Method of Teaching Tooth Brushing in School-Going Children – A Quasi-Experimental Study
S Polapala, AS Praharsh, LVK Reddy, P Sivakumar, P Nagarjuna
Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry (2024); 22(1): 107-111
Prevalence of Oral Mucosal Lesions and Its Impact on Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Among Fisherman Community in Visakhapatnam - A Cross-Sectional Study
Boddeda Suma Priyanka, L. Vamsi Krishna Reddy, P. Siva Kumar, P. Swathi
J Res Adv Dent (2023); 14(2): 1-5
Assessment of Impact of New Work Posture Adaptations of Dentists on Musculoskeletal Discomfort by RULA and QEC
MK Pasupuleti, J Koneru, P Swathi, KV Pv, SA Kukutla
International Journal of Disabilities Sports and Health Sciences (2023); 6(2): 161-170
Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Among Practicing Dentists Regarding Bio-Medical Waste Management in Visakhapatnam (AP) – A Cross-Sectional Study
International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research, December 2018; Vol 4(Issue 12): 3918-3923
Predictors of Smoking Cessation and Its Association with Health Literacy – A Cross-Sectional Study
International Journal of Current Medical and Pharmaceutical Research, 2019; Vol 5(Issue 02): 4043-4047
Sports Dentistry – A Review
International Journal of Current Research, 2019; Vol 11(Issue 1): 177-183 (Review Article, 6th author)
Assessment of Periodontal Status in Smokeless Tobacco Chewers and Non-Chewers Among Industrial Workers in Visakhapatnam City
Journal of Research and Advancement, 2022; Vol 13(Issue 3): 1-4

26th IAPHD National Conference, Goa - “Prevalence of elevated levels of hypertension among the patients attending a private dental college- A hospital based study"
1st IAPHD International conference, Bangkok “Oral health related self efficacy fatalism and dental care utilization among regional south Indian population: A cross sectional study”

National Level Best Essay Writing - Dr. C.V.K. Endowment Award (PG Category)
ACPM Dental College, Dhule, IAPHD National Conference, 2017
Best Poster Award - “Social Media in Dentistry”
IAPHD National Convention, 2018
First Prize - “Mobile Photography” Contest
On the occasion of IDA Women’s Day Celebrations, 2021

Dr.BANDELA SUJITH ANAND
Assistant Professor

Professional Affiliations
Life member IAPHD

Teaching Experience
6 Years 6 months

BDS: 2012
College : Vishnu Dental College, Bhimavaram
University: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

MDS: 2017
College:Mamata Dental College, khammam
University: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Assessment of Attitude Toward Community Service Among Dental Students of Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in South India
Indian Journal of Dental Sciences, 9(3):181-183, Jul–Sep 2017. DOI: 10.4103/IJDS.IJDS_48_17. (2022)
Oral Premalignant Lesion - Oral Leukoplakia with Fungal Infection (Case Report)
Volume 3, Pages 395–397.
Epidemiological Study of Oral Premalignant Lesions: An Institutional Experience
Global Journal for Research Analysis, Volume 11, Issue 02, February 2022.

Paper titled prevalence of elevated levels of hypertension among the patients attending a private dental college - A hospital based study at 25th IAPHD national conference Goa 2022.

Dr ANAKAPALLI SAI PRAHARSH
Assistant Professor

Professional Affiliations
Life Member : IAPHD

Teaching Experience
2 Months

BDS: 2020
College: Anil Neerukonda institute of Dental Sciences, Visakhapatnam
University: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

MDS: 2024
College: Anil Neerukonda institute of Dental Sciences, Visakhapatnam
University: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh

Effectiveness of Egg Carton Simulation Model as a Method of Teaching Tooth Brushing in School going Children–A Quasi Experimental Study S Polapala, AS Praharsh, LVK Reddy, P Sivakumar, P Nagarjuna, ... Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry 22 (1), 107-111

26th National IAPHD Conference – Periodontal Health Status, Oral Mucosal Lesions and Oral Habits Among Sea Food Industry Employees of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
14th IAPHD National Convention – Assessment of Anxiety Associated With Chemo-Mechanical Caries Removal Method Compared to Conventional Method and Atraumatic Restorative Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Trial
27th National IAPHD Conference – Testing a New Questionnaire for Child Dental Neglect in Autistic Children in Visakhapatnam City
1st International IAPHD Conference, Bangkok – Effectiveness of CBT & BHE for Tobacco Cessation: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Best Scientific Poster Presentation at 26th National IAPHD Conference, Goa – 2022
Best Scientific Paper Presentation at 1st IAPHD International Conference, Bangkok – 2024
2nd Rank in Dr. NTRUHS Postgraduate Examinations – 2024

Department Highlights

Awarded the "Pierre Fauchard Academy Community Service Excellence Award" on 25.11.2024
Awarded "Pierre Fauchard Best Community Service Award" for the year 2024
Dentofair 2.0 organized with Dept. of Pedodontics; Over 1000 school children participated (Feb 10-12, 2024)
School Oral Health Programme at Bheemunipatnam: Health education and preventive treatments (Pit and fissure sealants)
Guinness World Record recognized by IAPHD for official representation at Bhubaneswar on 7 Nov 2019

Faculty Achievements

Dr. L. Vamsi Krishna Reddy

President Elect of IAPHD (2024)
Honorary General Secretary of IAPHD (2020-2024)
Published 80+ publications, 460 citations (H-index: 10)
Authored 5 books
Keynote speaker and session chair at national conferences
Organized 5 National & 1 International Conference
National Level Trainer – Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres
Core Committee Member – Training manual at MAIDS
Distinguished Public Health Dentist Award – 2019

Dr. Sivakumar Pydi

Secured 74% in NPTEL "Health Research Fundamentals"
Reviewer – Journal of Dr. NTRUHS and JIAPHD
Chairperson at IAPHD National Conferences

Dr. Pottem Nagarjuna

Executive Committee Member of IAPHD (2024-2025)
Best Scientific Paper Award – IAPHD Conference 2020
Gold Medal – Oral Surgery, NTRUHS
Reviewer and Editorial Board Member in reputed journals

Dr. Swathi P

Dr. C.V.K. Endowment Award – Essay Writing (2017)
Best Poster Award – IAPHD 2018
1st Prize – Mobile Photography (IDA Women’s Day, 2021)

Dr. Anakapalli Sai Praharsh

Best Poster – 26th IAPHD Conference (Goa, 2022)
Best Paper – 1st IAPHD International Conference (Bangkok, 2024)
2nd Rank – Dr. NTRUHS PG Examinations (2024)

Postgraduate Achievements

Our department post graduates, A.S. Praharsh, P. Sai Krishna, K. Reena Evangeline, S.D. Hadassah and K. Sumajasree won the Best Scientific Paper Awards at the 1st IAPHD International Conference at Bangkok, Thailand in September 2024.
Our Post Graduates, P.S.S. Srinivas, S.D. Hadassah and K. Sumajasree secured the Best Poster Awards at the 15th National IAPHD PG Convention organized at Sinhgad Dental College & Hospital, Pune on 20th April 2024.
Our first-year postgraduate K. Sumajasree bagged Best Poster Award, second-year postgraduate Sai Krishna and Dr. Reena Evangeline, and third-year postgraduate Dr. Sugeetika received Best Scientific Paper Awards at the 27th IAPHD National Conference, Gurugram.
Our Post Graduate, S. Vara Prasad secured the Best Poster Award at the 14th National IAPHD PG Convention organized at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi on 12th February 2023.
Our first-year postgraduates, A.S. Praharsh and P. Sugeethika bagged Best Scientific Poster Award and second-year postgraduate RVSSK Kinneresh got Best Scientific Paper Award at the 26th IAPHD National Conference, Goa.

Undergraduate Achievements

UGSRS Grants:
- Diddekunta Geetha Madhuri – Guided by Dr. L. Vamsi Krishna Reddy (2024-2025)
- Bhogi Himabindu – Guided by Dr. R. Yashwanth Sai (2024-2025)
- Dalli Jyothi Swarupa – Guided by Dr. P. Swathi (2024-2025)
- Chinthapalli Likhitha & Chaitanya Reddy – Guided by Dr. P. Nagarjuna (2023-2025)
- Galidevara Padmasri – Guided by Dr. R. Yashwanth Sai (2023-2024)
- Alekya – Guided by Dr. L. Vamsi Krishna Reddy (2022-2023)
- S. Mounica – Guided by Dr. R. Yashwanth Sai (2022-2024)
B. Tarun – Consolation Certificate in Reels Competition for World No Tobacco Day 2024 (ICD)