Bibliometric study of three journals of orthodontics: A comparative analysis of 10 years
Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society · 2018
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EVM No. 26 · LM0994Prof. Dr.
Snigdha Gowd
Orthodontist. Academician. Healthcare leader.
Over 25 years in orthodontics, with a career spanning clinical practice, postgraduate education, research and professional service.
Explore my academic work My vision for IOS
Professional journey
Experience across practice and academics
My work as an orthodontist and teacher has been shaped by patient care, scientific learning and collaboration with colleagues.
Clinical practice
MDS in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics; specialist training in Switzerland. Over 25 years of clinical practice, including complex adult and interdisciplinary cases, clear aligners, smile design and digital treatment planning.
Academic leadership
Head, Department of Orthodontics, Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS), with a decade of departmental leadership. Postgraduate education, research and mentoring.
Healthcare leadership
Chairperson & CEO, Dr. Gowd’s Dental Hospitals, Hyderabad. Experience in multi-centre healthcare leadership, digital dentistry and early adoption of Invisalign and Damon System treatment in South India.
Leadership and innovation
Completed the Goldman Sachs Women Entrepreneurs’ Course at ISB, Hyderabad, and served as a panel judge for Health Tech India startups.
Research and publications
Contributing to scientific knowledge
My published work with colleagues spans orthodontics and interdisciplinary dental research.
241Total citations
167Citations since 2021
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Source: supplied Google Scholar profile screenshots, received 14 November 2026. Counts may change; profile metrics have not been independently verified.
Contribution to the Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society
Co-authored a 2018 study comparing ten years of publications across JIOS and two international orthodontic journals.
Selected published work
10 citations
Nonthermal plasma in dentistry: an update
Journal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry · 2017
Denture hygiene knowledge and practices among complete denture wearers attending a postgraduate dental institute
Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice · 2017
Gingival zenith positions and levels of maxillary anterior dentition in cases of bimaxillary protrusion: A morphometric analysis
Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice · 2017
Comparison of frequency of congenitally missing upper lateral incisors among skeletal class I, II and III malocclusions
Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice · 2019
Speedy orthodontics: a review on methods of accelerating orthodontic treatment
International Journal of Oral Health and Medical Research · 2017
A comparative evaluation of mixed dentition analysis on reliability of cone beam computed tomography image compared to plaster model
Journal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry · 2017
Simonart’s Bands and Facial Growth in Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate Patients: A Cephalometric Analysis
Journal of International Oral Health · 2016
Synchronizing orthodontic, surgical and prosthodontic intervention for optimal cleft outcomes: a case report
Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists · 2025
Selected titles and citation counts are from the supplied Scholar screenshots. This is not a complete bibliography. The 2025 case report has no citation count shown.
Professional and community contributions
Learning, mentoring and service
Academic exchange
Speaker, presenter and chairperson at national and international dental conferences; involved in postgraduate mentoring.
Professional associations
Indian Orthodontic Society (IOS); World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO), fellowship recognition (2025–2028); American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), international member.
Community work
Oral-health education for tribal students, dental camps in rural communities and schools, and support for community health programmes, including Safe-T, a rural women’s hygiene initiative, and collaborations with FICCI FLO and Heal A Child Foundation.
Clinical and scientific practice
Experience in 3D aligner therapy, interdisciplinary orthodontics and technology-led treatment planning, with an emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient comfort.
Selected professional recognition
Recognition over the years
2026
Famdent recognition for aligner dentistry.
2025 & 2026
Indian Orthodontic Society recognition.
2024
FICD Best Orthodontist recognition.
2023
Business Mint Most Promising Orthodontist.
2018
Hi9 Best Orthodontist Award.
2023, 2024 & 2025
Invisalign Platinum Provider.
My vision for IOS
Serving our members. Strengthening our profession.
I believe leadership is not just about holding a position, but about serving our members, listening to their voices and working together for the progress of orthodontics.
Unity and meaningful representation
Listen to members, value every generation of orthodontists and encourage wider participation in IOS.
Academic excellence
Strengthen academic opportunities, knowledge sharing and evidence-based clinical practice.
Young orthodontists and PG students
Support mentorship, learning and opportunities to contribute to our Society.
Responsible innovation
Encourage responsible digital and AI advancements in orthodontics.
Transparency and modernisation
Work towards a more transparent, digitally enabled and modern IOS.
Service with integrity
Collaborate with colleagues, listen with empathy and work with sincerity and purpose.
With gratitude to our orthodontic community
With your trust and support, I aspire to contribute with sincerity, integrity and a strong commitment to our Society. I humbly request your valuable vote and support.
Dr. Snigdha Gowd · EVM No. 26IOS Executive Committee candidate · 5 December 2026 · Delhi