Editorial Board — Journal of Oral Care and Dentistry

Austin Lin Yee Graduated from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) with order of the laurel crown in DMD, after having also gained a double degree to complete an Intercalated BDS in KCL and PKU. completed Master of Clinical Dentistry in Periodontology awarded with Distinction by KCL. Fellowship of the RCSEng & RCSEd and Fellow of ACS & ACP(US)

Austin Lin Yee Research Interest includes The Diagnosis and Treatment of Intelligent Dental Surgery?Dental Materials?Implementation of Robotic Surgery in Dentistry

Priyankar Singh Research Interest includes Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate Surgery Head; Neck Oncology Head; Neck Congenital Deformity Oral Lesions

Dr Alah Dawood holds MSc and PhD degrees in Orthodontics from the College of Dentistry, University of Mosul, Iraq. Dr. Alah is appointed as an assistant professor of orthodontics at the same college above. She has published many articles in various National & International Journals and had participated in the discussion of three PhD thesis of orthodontics and had supervised one MSc thesis of orthodontics. In addition, she taught orthodontics to the final year dental students. She has attended several scientific conferences and workshops both nationally and internationally

Dawood Al-Dawoody Research interests includes Fixed orthodontic appliances, Myofuctional appliances

A.K.M. Shafiul Kadir, BDS, M.Phil.Fellow of Institute of Biological Sciences (IBSc) in University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from Rangpur Dental College, Rangpur, Bangladesh in the year of 2009. He was joined as Medical Officer of Gonoshasthaya Samaj Vittik Medical College (Dental Unit) [former Gonoshasthaya Samaj Vittik Dental College], Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh in 2014. After getting admission in M.Phil. Course in 2015, he left the job and he is in the fellowship of Institute of Biological Sciences (IBSc) in University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh till then. He published 6 scientific publications in Bangladeshi and International journals. He is one of the editorial board members of “ACTA Scientific Dental Sciences” Journal and the associate editor in the editorial board of the “South Asian Journal of Biological Research (SAJBR)” and “American Journal of Biomedical Science and Research”. He is the reviewer of the “COJ Biomedical Science and Research” and guest reviewer of “Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal” and “Biosciences, Biotechnology Research Asia” Journal from 2017 and got “Reviewer of the Month” recognition from the Biomedical and Pharmacology Journal and “Reviewer for the Year 2018-2019” recognition from both these journals. His work was concentrated on researches on oral and periodontal diseases. His current research project focuses on the effect of phytomedicines on cariogenic pathogens.

A.K.M. Shafiul Kadir research interest includes The antibacterial & therapeutic effects of green tea on oral & periodontal health – A review; Review of the anticariogenic effects of green tea catechins on teeth; Review of the versatility of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) in dentistry; CoEnzyme Q10: A new horizon in the treatment of periodontal diseases; Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis: Mystery yet to be Revealed !!; Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis: An overview.

Tom Spears Research Interest includes Dentistry and DentaL Surgery

Prof. Nikolaos Andreas Chrysanthakopoulos was graduated from Dental School, the University of Athens in 1998. He has also received another Degree from Faculty of Nursing from the University of Athens in 1993. He attended a program in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery in 401 General Military Hospital of Athens during 2003-2004. He is a specialist in Clinical Oncology, Cytology and Histopathology during 2013-2015. His MSc Thesis titled ‘‘Correlation Between Periodontal Disease Indices and Lung Cancer in Greek Adults: a Case-Control study’’ consists the first in the International literature that was examined the possible association between periodontal diseases and lung cancer. Prof. Chrysanthakopoulos is a 6th year Pre-Grdt Student in Medical School, University of Athens. He is also a Professor of Human Anatomy, Human Physiology and Sports Medicine in Public Institute of Vocational Training of Patra. Nikolaos Andreas Chrysanthakopoulos has published over 60 manuscripts in International Medical and Dental Journals as unique or the 1st author, he is an Editor in Chief in 2 International Dental Journals, Associate Editor in 3 International Medical Journals, Editor in 3 International Dental Journals, Advisory Board Member in 1 International Dental Journal, Editorial Board Member in 25 International medical and Dental Journals, Reviewer in 22 International Medical and Dental Journals, Editor in 1 International Oncological Journal, Editorial Board Member in 3 International Oncological Journals and Reviewer in 7 International Oncological Journals. He has received invitations for writing Chapters in several e-Books regarding Dental Anatomy, Oral Health and Periodontics and to participate in International Medical and Dental Congresses as a Speaker.

Nikolaos Andreas Chrysanthakopoulos research interests include Molecular Mechanisms of Carcinogenesis, Clinical Oncology and Histopathology, Lung Cancer in Oncology. His research interests in dentistry include Periodontology, Oral Health and Preventive Dentistry, etc.

Dr Shyamala Naidu, holds Master’s degree in Orthodontics and has been recently working as Assistant Professor and Department In-Charge in Penang International Dental College & Hospital, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Dr Shyamala has published her articles in various National & International Journal Publications. She has attended many CDE programs and community outreach programs to develop her knowledge and skills. She has done paper and poster presentations in many national and international conferences. She has won many awards for her academic excellence. She received the honorary fellowship from the prestigious International College of Dentists from United States which is added to her credit. She also received a fellowship from World Orthodontic Society.

Dr Shyamala Naidu research interest includes Fixed and Removable Orthodontics, Invisalign, Growth modifications treatment for children, Lingual Orthodontics.

Dr. Yasser Khaled is a son of a diplomat that has visited, worked and studied in 15 different countries in 6 different continents around the world. He has a BDS from Ain Shams University, Egypt; a MDSc in Oral Pathology from the same university; a MMSc in TMD/Orofacial Pain from the University of Alberta, Canada and finally, a GPR and Oral Medicine Certificate from Carolinas Medical Center, USA. He was awarded with hundreds of certificates from all around the world. He has won the Lester Burkett award from the American Academy of Oral Medicine for the best research in 2017. He is currently working as an Assistant Professor in Marquette University, School of Dentistry. He is specialized in Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine and TMD/Orofacial Pain. He is also the Vice-Chair of Marquette University Academic Senate

Dr. Yasser Khaled research interest includes Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine and TMD/Orofacial Pain

Prof. Dr. Nesreen El Mekawy well-known scholar in the field of Prosthodontic with many years of professional experience. Dr. Nesreen El Mekawy continues here academic career in Faculty of Dentistry – Mansoura University, Egypt, and teaches at the same faculty as Associate Professor. She has many international and national published articles. She supervised several M.Sc & Phd students as a main and a co-advisor and as an examiner for more than 60 theses in all the disciplines of removable Prosthodontics, Implantology, and implants superstructure.

Dr. Nesreen El Mekawy areas of special interest are Oral & Maxillofacial Removable Prosthodontics Research, Implantology Research, Complete Denture Research, Overdenture Research, and Partial Denture Research

Dr Mohamed hamed, Teaching Assistant of Endodontics, Al Azhar University, Assuit. – International speaker at many international dental conferences outside &inside Egypt. – Main author of (Reduction of Root Canal Bacteria) ISBN (978-3-330-35004-5) published by lambert academic publishing.

Dr Mohamed hamed research interest is endodontics and restorative dentistry

Amer A. Taqa: Professor at Dental Basic Science, College dentistry, Mosul University, Iraq. Have PhD degree in Dental chemistry. He has published more 100 researches papers in national and international academic journals and authored 22 books. His research interests include dental chemistry, medical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry. He is editorial member in more than 140 international journals. He Nominated as a member of the organizing committees for a number of international and local conferences.

Dr.Akhilanand Chaurasia, Associate professor and consultant at King George Medical University, Lucknow has dedicated meticulous efforts and supreme services pertaining to oral medicine, oral biology and community health. He has remarkable credit of contributing to academics for publishing 49 research papers, peer reviewer of more than 150 international journals with high impact factors, one of top 10 author in subject of Head and neck Radiology of Europe and member of several international organization related to field of Oral Medicine, Oral biology and community health. Dr. Akhilanand Chaurasia, a fellow of Pierre Fauchard Academy(PFA,USA), fellow of International college of continuing dental education(FICCDE, Singapore), fellow of international college of dentists(FICD,USA) fellow of Academy of General Education(FAGE), Fellow of International academy of Medical sciences(FIMSA) and International Travel Fellow from Indian Council of Medical Research (New Delhi).He is member of editorial board of 14 international journals, editor in chief of 2 national journals, Editor of 9 international journal and associate editor of 1 international journal. He was scientific committee chairman and treasurer of 25th national conference of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology. He has completed 7 intramural projects. Procuring many academic honors, attending many national and international conferences delivering many talks on All India Radio and Delhi Doordarshan , He has contributed in a commendable way to strengthen the nation’s competence in Oral Medicine, Oral biology and Community health. Currently He is perusing PhD in chronobiology of head and neck cancer.

Akhilanand Chaurasia Research Interests includes Temporomandibular Joints, Orofacial pain, New technology related to dentistry, Cyst and tumors of Oral Cavity, Dental Immunology, Oral Diseases, Dental Treatments and Strategies, Oral precancer and cancer

Dr. Ruchika Garg completed her BDS degree from Manipal University, Manipal, Karnataka, India in 2013 and MDS degree in Oral Medicine and Radiology from KLE V.K Institute of Dental Sciences, KLE University, Belagavi, Karnataka, India in 2017. After her post-graduation, she worked as a Consultant Radiologist at Insight CBCT centre, Mumbai. She has also presented various scientific posters and papers at national and international conferences. She has published articles in various peer-reviewed and indexed journals. She received invitations to publish articles by many international journals and present her research work at various international conferences. She is also a reviewer at Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. She has presently applied for Permanent Residency in Canada and is going through licensing exams to work in Canada.

Dr. Ruchika Research Interest includes Biomarkers of Oral Cancer, Oral biology, and Oral radiology.

Dr. Khadija AMINE D.D.S. She was born in Casablanca (Morocco) in 1972. Graduated from Hassan II University of Casablanca, Faculty of Dentistry in 1995. She Obtained the speciality degree in 2001 from Department of Periodontology of the same faculty; the CES A of Biomaterials in 1996 ; the CES B of Periodontology in 1997 from Paris V Garenciere ; a DESA in Immunology from Hassan II University of Casablanca, Faculty of medecine in 2001 ; a DU of peri-implant advanced surgery, Paris sud XI in 2011 ; a DU of Pedagogy of médical education in 2012 from Hassan II University of Casablanca, Faculty of Dentistry . She Attended as full Professor in 2002 and still continuing . She is the head of the Department of Periodontology of Hassan II University of Casablanca Faculty of Dentistry from 2013, She has 30 scientific articles published in international and national peer reviewed journals. She gave several lectures in international and national meetings as invited speaker.

Dr. Khadija AMINE Research Interest includes Periodontology, Oral plastic surgery , Bone regeneration, Implant surgery , Implant dentistry, Esthetic dentistry, Oral implantology

Dr. Mohamed Helal had finished high school in 1988, Cairo, Egypt. He received his undergraduate education in Dentistry from 1988 to 1993 at the Faculty of Dentistry of Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt. He had obtained the Bachelor Degree of Dentistry on May of 1993, also He obtained the Master’s Degree of Prosthodontics on April of 2000. He had worked as Guest scientist (Visiting Research Associate Professor) from Oct. 2001- Dec. 2003 at the Department of Prosthodontics, Propaedeutics and Dental Materials, School of Dentistry, Schleswig-Holstein University Hospital, Germany, and obtained DMD degree from School of Dentistry, Schleswig-Holstein University Hospital, Germany. Also he had obtained Doctor’s Degree of Removable Prosthodontics on Oct. of 2004. He is working now as Professor of Removable Prosthodontics at Faculty of Dentistry of Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.

Mohamed Helal Research Interest includes Complete Denture, Partial Denture, Tooth or/and Implant Overdenture. TMJ disorders research work, Biomaterial research work.

Dr Himani Swatantrakumar Gupta is a Periodontist & an Oral Implantologist, currently working in the capacity of Assistant Professor, Department of Periodontology, Government Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai, which is ranked as the third best college in India. She obtained her graduate course in dentistry from Padmashree Dr DY Patil Dental College & Hospital, Mumbai and pursued her post graduate degree in Periodontology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.

Himani Swatantrakumar Gupta Research Interest includes Periodontal plastic surgery; Research in the field of Periodontology especially osteoimmunology;Research in the field of periodontal regeneration using 3D printing; Teaching; Implant dentistry; Cosmetic dentistry; Veterinary dentistry

Wael M. Al-Omari is the former dean of the faculty of dentistry and currently a professor of prosthodontics and dental education at Jordan University of Science and Technology. He is mostly engaged in postgraduate teaching and clinical training, though he does contribute to undergraduate teaching and training. Wael M. Al-Omari is an Editorial Board Member of many international journals. He attended many annual meetings, symposium, and international conferences. His articles are accepted and published in many journals all over the globe.

Wael M. Al-Omari Research Interest includes aesthetic dentistry, implantology, occlusion, biomaterials, and dental education. He is also involved in policy making in dentistry in Jordan and one of the founders for the accreditation standards for dental schools.His activities cover a wide range of academic and administrative aspects.

Edson Luiz Cetira Filho, DDS, (Brazil), Resident in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology at Institute Doctor José Frota Hospital in Fortaleza / Ceará / Brazil. He finished him Bachelor (2015) from Faculty of Dentistry at Federal University of Ceará and diploma of Improvement in Implant Dentistry from Brazilian Association of Dentistry – Ceará section (2018). Professor of the preparatory course for Residence in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Brazilian Association of Dentistry. He published 06 scientific publications in Brazil and international journals. Him current Research project focuses on the peripheral traumatic nerve damage associated with facial trauma, Oral and Maxillofacial trauma, third molars surgery and oral diseases.

Edson Luiz Cetira Filho Research Interest includes Peripheral traumatic nerve damage associated with facial trauma; Approaches in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Traumatology; Approaches in patients with cleft lip and palate.

Dr. Vishal sahayata is well-known Periodontist and Oral Implantologist of Gujarat, India. He has completed his B.D.S and M.D.S from reputed Government Dental College and Hospital of Gujarat University, Ahmedabad. He is working as a senior lecturer at Department of Periodonology and Oral Implantology, Faculty of Dental Science, Dharmsinh Desai University, Nadiad, Gujarat, India since 2008. He has done many research and published many articles in national and international journals about periodontal diseases and treatment modalities. He is invited as editorial board member of International Journal of Dental and Oral Health, Scient open Access, Canada and International Journal of Dental Science, Acta Scientifica. He has also reviewed articles for international journals including Journal of Periodontology and Medical Research Archives. He has delivered many lectures on periodontology, esthetics, implants and mucogingival surgery at various levels including Indian dental association conferences. He is doing exclusive clinical work on periodontal surgeries, implants and lasers. His research interests are guided bone regeneration and various biomarkers in different oral inflammatory conditions.

Prof. Dr. Awadhesh Kumar Singh graduated in 2002 as BDS at the King George’s Medical College (KGMC), Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. He did his post graduation in 2005 as a MDS in Periodontics from King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Uttar Pradesh, India. He was posted as a senior resident (SR) doctor from 2005 to 2006 at KGMU. He worked as Assistant Professor from 2006 to 2009 and Associate Professor from 2010 to 2014. He is Professor from 2015 till date. He has 20 publications in national, international and specialty journals. He is internal examiner in BDS and MDS examination, and guide for postgraduate students. He is life member of the Indian Society of Periodontology. His clinical practices limited to Periodontology, Periodontal plastic surgery and Implantology.

Awadhesh Kumar research interest includes periodontal flap surgery; Periodontal plastic surgery and peri-implantitis.

John E. Nathan, DDS, MDentSc, FAAPD, MASDC currently serves as Adjunct Professor, Depts of Pediatric Dentistry, University of Alabama, Birmingham and at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland. He served as Clinical Associate Professor, Dept of Otolaryngology/ Dentistry, of North-western University Feinberg School of Medicine from 1998-2018. He is engaged in full time private practice, limited to pediatric dentistry in Oak Brook and St Charles, Illinois since 1986. Dr Nathan serves as Editor in Chief of several journals, including the Journal of Pediatrics and Neonatal Nursing, the Journal of Pediatric Disorders and Neonatal Care, Journal of Otolaryngology and Rhinology, Journal of Dentistry and Oral Health as well as on the editorial boards of numerous other online journals.

Dr Nathan Research interests include child behavioral management involving non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies with emphasis on efficacy and safety. He has published well over 50 manuscripts and is recognized as a national expert in pediatric sedation.

Dr. Sia is a graduate of both Dentistry and Medicine and is an International Board Certified Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacail Surgery holding the position as Chairman of the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Gullas Medical Center – University of the Visayas and a Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City, University of Cebu Medical Center, Cebu Doctors’ University Hospital, Chong Hua Hospital Group and Cancer Center, Perpetual Succour Hospital, and the Craniofacial Foundation of the Philippines. Currently, he holds the position as Vice President of the Philippine Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and is a Clinical Assistant Professor of the Department of Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine at Cebu Doctors’ University. He was appointed as the International Relations Officer for the Philippines of the Young Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Group of Hong Kong and the Editor-in-Chief of the EMS Otolaryngology Journal and editor in various journals in Surgery, Otolrhinoaryngology, Oral Health and Dentistry, and Research. Dr. Sia completed his dental degree at the Cebu Doctors’ University, medical degree at the University of the Visayas, Postgraduate Diploma in Oral Surgery, and Master’s Degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Hong Kong. He was a recipient of the Clinical Fellowship grant by Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO) Craniomaxillofacial Foundation at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology. He is a Fellow of the International Board for the Certification of Specialists in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, International and Philippine Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, Philippine Academy of Head and Neck Surgery, International College of Continuing Dental Education, and an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Active member of the International College of Maxillofacial Surgery, International Academy of Oral Oncology, and International Cleft Lip and Palate Foundation.

Dr. Sia Research interest includes Regenerative and Reconstruction techniques in Maxillofacial region, Bone Grafting, Biomaterials and Growth Factors, Orthognathic Surgery, Cleft Surgery, Pharmacology, and Quality of life in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery patients

Ashfaq Akram Research Interest includes Oral Diagnosis; Problem based learning; School infrastructure; Interactive lecture; Student learning time; Students’ selection procedure