Dr.Shruthi C S

Email id:shruthimari@yahoo.com

Professor and Head

Academic Qualifications:
i. UG: B.D.S. – Bapuji Dental College,Davangere
ii. PG: M.D.S. –GDCRI, Bangalore
Inspirational quote – “Excellence in prosthodontics is not just about restoring smiles, but restoring confidence and quality of life. Stay committed to precision, innovation, and lifelong learning. Your hands have the power to transform lives—use them wisely.”
Experience: 19 years
Professional affiliations: Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Interests: Esthethic Dentistry, Implantology,TMJ Disorder, Microdentistry.
Specialisations : Prosthodontics & crown and bridge and Implantology
Achievements in past 3 years
• Dr. Shruthi. C.S has been appointed member of Review Board–RGUHS Journal of Dental Sciences.
• Dr. Shruthi. C.S has been appointed as Editor in the Journal of IPS Bengaluru branch
• Dr. Shruthi C S guided Post Graduate students Dr. Mihika and Dr. Ananya Agarwal for securing the Session Best in Student Paper presentation award on the topic – “Comparitive evaluation of the effect of unmodified zirconia and acid treated zirconia surfaces on the osteogenic potential of bone cell – an in vitro study, 51st IPS conference at Goa
• Conducted a Pre-conference course on “Magnification in Prosthodontics” at the 25th IPS Silver Jubilee PG Convention, Hyderabad.

Chaired a Paper Presentation session at the 25th IPS Silver Jubilee PG Convention, Hyderabad.

Elected Executive Member - Indian Prosthodontic Society, Bengaluru Branch for the year 2023-2024.

Dr. Shruthi C S and Dr. Poojya R guided Post Graduate students Dr. Umra Tabassum and Dr. Shruthi Babu, Postgraduates, Department of Prosthodontics, for securing the Best Poster award on the topic – “Digital Photography – A tool in shade selection”
Dr. Jeetendra J S, under the guidance of Dr. Shruthi C S, has been awarded short term studentship 2023-24 by ICMR, for the research proposal titled “Comparative evaluation of the dimensional stability of irreversible Hydrocolloid impression material treated with organic and chemical disinfectants: an in vitro study.
Dr. Dhananjay J N under the guidance of Dr. Shruthi C S has been awarded the 1st Prize in Paper Presentation in Dentistry 2022 – Indian Dentist Research and Review Conference in Research Category for the paper titled – “Comparative Evaluation of two commercially available denture cleansing agents on physical Properties of denture Base materials: An in vitro study.
Conducted a lecture session on “Recent advances in luting cements” at Masterclass Program held on 26th -27th September 2024 at M S Ramaiah Dental College, Bengaluru.

Research Projects – Ongoing & Completed, Grants obtained from universities or any other

Guided

Dr J S Jeethendra- ICMR/ RGUHS study= Comparative evaluation of the dimensional stability of irreversible hydrocolloid impression material treated with organic and chemical disinfectants: an in vitro study,2023
Dr Dhananjay J N- ICMR study - Comparative evaluation of two commercially available denture cleansing agents on the physical properties of denture base materials: an in vitro study, 2023
Dr C S Shruthi and Dr Poojya R are doing a RGUHS study - Knowledge and attitude of ENT surgeons in Bengaluru city towards maxillofacial prosthodontics as a dental specialty, 2023

Message to students

Dear Students,

Prosthodontics is an art and science that goes beyond restoring teeth—it restores function, confidence, and quality of life. As you embark on this journey, embrace precision, creativity, and continuous learning. Every patient you treat is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Stay dedicated, refine your skills, and never stop striving for excellence. Challenges will come, but perseverance and passion will guide you through. Remember, your hands have the power to transform lives. Be compassionate, ethical, and innovative in your practice. The future of prosthodontics lies in your hands—shape it with dedication and excellence.

Best wishes,

Dr Shruthi C S