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Dr. Vivek Padmanabhan

Associate Professor & Chairperson, Clinical Sciences

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Educational Qualification
  • PhD in Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, 2017, NITTE University, India Starts with highest Degree, major / specialty, year of completion, & name of awarding institution
  • Master of Dental Surgery (MDS),2008, Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, RGUHS, India.
  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), 2002, RGUHS, India
Experience
  • Associate Professor, RAKCODS, RAKMHSU, Jan 2025- till date 
  • Assistant Professor, RAKCODS, RAKMHSU, Aug 2013-Dec 2024
  • Assistant Professor, Triveni Dental College and Hospital, Bilaspur, India, Jan 2011-Aug 2013
  • Senior Lecturer, Vyas Dental College and Hospital, Jodhpur, India, Jun 2008-Dec 2011.
Courses Taught
  • Pediatric and Preventive Children Dentistry
  • Comprehensive Clinical Dentistry
Publications

    2024 - 2025 publications only

  • Nallan’s Direct Ray: An Innovative Gyroscopic-Guided Radiographic Device for Intraoral Radiography. Diagnostics (Q1), Scopus — Jan 2026
  • Dental Anxiety and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Among Adults in the United Arab Emirates: A Cross-Sectional Study. Healthcare (Q1), MDPI, Scopus — Jan 2026
  • Prevalence and Patterns of Dental Caries in Emirati Schoolchildren in the UAE: A Cross-Sectional Study. Submitted to Journal of International Dental and Medical Research (Q3), Scopus — Dec 2025
  • Salivary and GCF Vitamin C Levels: Implications for Local and Systemic Periodontal Defense. International Journal of Dentistry (Q1), Scopus — Dec 2025
  • Accumulated Hard-Tissue Debris Removal Using Different Ultrasonic Power Settings: A Micro-CT Study. European Journal of Dentistry (Q1), Scopus — Aug 2025
  • Evaluating Dental Students’ Patient Safety Knowledge and Readiness: A Cross-Sectional Study.Journal of International Dental and Medical Research (Q3), Scopus — Jul 2025
  • Evaluating the Antiviral Potential of Polyherbal Formulation (Kabasura Kudineer) Against Monkeypox Virus: A Multifaceted Drug Discovery Approach. Life (Q2), Scopus — May 2025
  • Clinical Adjustment of Zirconia-Reinforced Lithium Silicate and Lithium Disilicate Restorations Should Be Performed Before Crystallization. Materials (Q2), Scopus — Apr 2025
  • The Global Burden of Periodontal Disease: A Narrative Review on Socioeconomic and Health Challenges. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (Q2), Scopus — Apr 2025
  • The Effect of Chemical Surface Modification on Repair Bond Strength of Resin Composite: An In Vitro Study. Polymers (Q1), Scopus — Feb 2025
  • New Insights in Natural Bioactive Compounds for Periodontal Disease: Molecular Mechanisms and Therapeutic Potential. Molecules (Q2), Scopus — Feb 2025
  • Salivary Alpha-Amylase Activity and Its Association with Early Childhood and Rampant Caries: A Cross-Sectional Study. Frontiers in Medicine (Q1), Scopus — Jan 2025
  • The Potential Role of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells in Peripheral Nerve Regeneration. Neurology International (Q2), Scopus — Feb 2025
  • Principles and Therapeutics of Yajna. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences (Q2), Scopus — Jan 2025
  • Salivary IL-6 as a Biomarker for Early Childhood and Rampant Caries: A Cross-Sectional Study. Biomedicines (Q1), Scopus — Jan 2025
  • Comparative Analysis of Whitening Outcomes of Over-the-Counter Toothpastes: An In Vitro Study. Dentistry (Q2), Scopus — Jan 2025
  • Oral Submucous Fibrosis: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Features, Pathogenesis, and Management. Journal of International Dental and Medical Research (Q3), Scopus — Jan 2025
  • Enhancing Intraoral Radiographic Technique: Introducing “Nallan’s Lines”. Frontiers in Oral Health (Q1), Scopus — Dec 2024
  • Impact of Pre-Treatment with Desensitizing Agents on the Effectiveness of In-Office Bleaching: An In Vitro Study. Materials (Q1), Scopus — Dec 2024
  • Microbial Dynamics in Periodontal Regeneration: Microbiome Shifts and Antifouling Materials. Current Issues in Molecular Biology (Q2), Scopus — Oct 2024
  • Factors Influencing Shade-Taking Accuracy Using Digital Shade Guides. Open Dentistry Journal (Q3), Scopus — Jul 2024
  • Impact of the Khartoum War on Dental Education. Pan African Medical Journal (Q3), Scopus — Jul 2024
  • Prevalence of Dentin Hypersensitivity Among Dental Students and Effectiveness of Desensitizing Agents. Open Dentistry (Q3), Scopus, PubMed — Jun 2024
  • Oral Hygiene Apps in Pediatric Dental Care: A Narrative Review. Journal of International Dental and Medical Research (Q3) — Jul 2024
  • Mechanical Alteration and Repair Bond Strength of S-PRG Filler-Based Resin Composites. Polymers (Q1), Scopus — May 2024
  • Understanding Patient Safety in Dentistry: Present State and Future Directions. BMJ Open Quality (Q2), Scopus, PubMed — May 2024
  • Endodontic Procedural Errors Among Undergraduate Dental Students. Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice (Q3), PubMed, Scopus — Feb 2024
Achievements 
  • Coordinator, Patient Safety in Dentistry, RAKCODS Annual Dental Conference — 25 February 2023
    Coordinated the patient safety track and moderated a panel discussion on Patient Safety in Dentistry.
  • Panel Moderator, Patient Safety in Dentistry, RAKCODS Annual Dental Conference — 25 February 2023. 
  • Invited Speaker, International Webinar conducted by Accreditation Canada — 7 April 2021.
    Topic: COVID-19: Challenges and Opportunities in Dentistry.
  • Lead Facilitator, Annual Patient Safety Training Programs — November 2019 to present. Conducted institution-wide patient safety training programs on an annual basis.  
  • Accreditation Coordinator, Accreditation Canada Survey, RAK College of Dental Sciences — 13–17 December 2020. Successfully led and completed the accreditation process.  
  • Chairperson, Clinical Sciences, RAK College of Dental Sciences — November 2019 to present. 
  • Head, Quality and Patient Safety, RAK College of Dental Sciences and RAKCODS Medical Center — 2019 to present. 
  • Accreditation Lead, Joint Commission International (JCI) Survey, RAKCODS Medical Center — 17–19 January 2021. Successfully planned, coordinated, and completed JCI accreditation.  
  • Project Lead, Design and Implementation of Hospital Information Management System (HIMS) for Dental Clinics, RAK College of Dental Sciences — Completed. 
  • Project Lead, Design and Implementation of HIMS for RAKCODS Medical Center — Implementation targeted by June 2023.